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Thanks for replying! I realize this is a great portable headphone, but I'm not falling for the design. Are they really that much more comfortable than the esw9's? I reckon it's kind of foolish to go for design over function, but I just can't help it. Also how do the headphones compare in size and actual looks? A picture can only tell so much. Design and comfort are huge for me!
[size=11.0pt]Hi. I ride the NYC subways and I’m looking for an IEM with good isolation but will also not leak sound to the person next to me. I was leaning towards the GR07, but was concerned that the dynamic drivers would be more likely to allow sound to escape. However, it seems the units with BA drivers (in my price range) sacrifice bass and SQ.[/size]
[size=11.0pt]Priorities/Specifics are:[/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]Music: varied, but mostly rock or techno; [/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]Budget: prefer $150 but up to $200 max;[/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]Source: portable mp3 player or android smartphone (controls not required; amp not an option);[/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]Sound: a little bassy but not overwhelming;[/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]Tips: prefer foam, but flexible;[/size]
[size=11.0pt]- [/size][size=11.0pt]No leakage![/size]
[size=11.0pt]Would the GR07 work for me? Are there better options?[/size]
[size=11.0pt]Thanks.[/size]
GR07 will leak a bit, I recommend UE700 for you...
I'll try to give you some insight on the esw9 comfort and fit. They are comfortable as in a sense that they have lamb skin earpads and the head band is well cushion and covered in leather. They are also very light. IMO, I find them very comfortable after the third week of usage, but that is if you are aware that they are still indeed on ear and some can find on ear uncomforble in general. As for the size of the cup, average size ears, it will cover the whole ear unless you have unattached ear lobs then that will stick out just a little. But although they do cover your ears they will never the less sit on your ears. The clamp force is mild but close to average as far as on ears goes after the third week. For me I can wear them 2 - 3 hrs. Straight and I have stick out ears like how monkeys do. I read others can wear them much longer. I find them good for portable as the ear cup swivel flat and they are light with short cables, just get a hard case for them unless you are not rough then the bag that it come with might work.
I haven't tried the hd 25 yet so no comment on comparison there as far as fit and comfort.
Need a pair of earphones or IEMs for walking and gym time.
For use with a Sandisk Sansa Clip+. The earphones that came with that are on the way out as of yesterday, and besides, I know - in theory anyway - that almost anything would be superior to them.
I have really no experience with headphones of any kind to speak of, other than a few times in studios, and then as a musician, not a sound engineer. Speakers, I got into a while back, but have since settled for something that "does the trick"... for now. Was quite fond of some older mid-to-high end British models in particular, in case it's relevant.
What I'm after is something that sounds significantly better than stock earphones (as noted, probably a given), and - I hope I am using useful terms here - qualities like: lush, musical, sweet, immersive... and also non-fatiguing, not harsh, not sibilant, not boomy, not muddy. A nice balance across the spectrum is desirable, but I suspect not necessarily attainable without blowing the rather limited budget (see below).
I mostly listen to prog and metal via the Sansa, though there could be just about anything else in the mix at times. Budget would be preferably under $100, but that might depend somewhat on just how persuasive a given product (or sales pitch!) happens to be.
Hi, quick question for Klipsch S4 owners.
Which Shure 'Olive' foam tips fit these the best? I've been trying to look for an alternative to the Comply foam tips.
Will these work?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0015PN3W6/ref=gno_cart_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER