[TwinQY]

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Honestly, that sound chart is pretty intimidating to me. I'm not a producer so a lot of it is gibberish to me. As best as I can describe it, I tend to like bass-heavy sound signatures where I can really feel it. However, I also want good separation, so if any of these tend to get muddled, they'd probably be off the list. How else can I describe my preferences... I like high energy sound signatures as opposed to more relaxed ones, and I think I prefer more colored signatures. In addition to my Reloop set, I also own a set of ATH M40FS's, and I hardly ever use them because to me, they seem very flat and have no bass. I think that's their intent, but that type of sound signature is less appealing to me. I dunno if that helps or not.

The chart was only to be used as a supplement for the glossary that I also mentioned - the terms are there but in case you were confused about how they applies to real life instruments you could have checked the chart.
 
It's sounding more and more like the S500 in terms of sound at the moment, but you'd probably have to get over the looks, which is understandable.

 

[Kanto]

Do you have any experience with the Incipio F38 (which is a rebranded Fischer Audio FA-004)? The FA-004 was well reviewed at $80, and the F38 is the same exact phone mechanically for about $35.

 

[TwinQY]

Nope, no idea on the FA-004, sadly.

 

[petrucciXsfogli]

[size=12pt]Hi Head-Fi Community,[/size]
 
[size=12pt]I’m from Manila, Philippines. I’m new here and I’m a Headphone/Earphone newbie.[/size]
 
[size=12pt]So I need your advice on my first set of decent Earphones that I will be getting ASAP.[/size]
 
[size=12pt]·        [/size] [size=12pt]1 (one) In-Earphone ($100 - $200 price max) – (I just got a Shure SRH 840 HP for my main (Home & Office) use) . This IEM will be used for travel/commute/outdoors. It's hot here and difficult to commute so I guess In-ear is cooler, lighter, and more durable for travel/outdoors.[/size]
[size=12pt]·        [/size] [size=12pt]1 (one) Sports In-Earphone ($100 - $200 price max) – I want to start being healthy this year [/size][size=12pt]J[/size][size=12pt].[/size]
[size=12pt]I listen mostly to Progressive Rock/Metal (Dream Theater, Symphony X), Guitar Instrumentals (Marco Sfogli, Andy James), Blues Rock (Led Zep, Joe Bonamassa), Melodic Hard Rock (Mr. Big, Journey), and Motion Picture/Epic Music (Hans Zimmer etc…) to name a few of my genre and taste.[/size]
[size=12pt]Could you please recommend me what you think are the best IEM for my price range and preferences? Where I’m from, it’s hard to test due to the limited options/stocks; let alone buy one because the prices are inflated ridiculously – that’s why I choose to buy online but risk the repair and warranty.[/size]
[size=12pt]I’m looking for:[/size]
[size=12pt]1.     [/size] [size=12pt]Audio Quality[/size]
[size=12pt]2.     [/size] [size=12pt]Comfort[/size]
[size=12pt]3.     [/size] [size=12pt]Durability[/size]
[size=12pt]I could go for recommendations beyond my price range above. [/size][size=12pt]I have a friend whose business is shipping from the US to Phil so I have no problems buying online from the US.[/size]
 
 
[size=12pt]Thanks for your time and help.[/size]
[size=12pt]Sincerely,[/size]
 
[size=12pt]Ken[/size]

 

[TwinQY]

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[size=12pt]Hi Head-Fi Community,[/size]
 
[size=12pt]I’m from Manila, Philippines. I’m new here and I’m a Headphone/Earphone newbie.[/size]
 
[size=12pt]So I need your advice on my first set of decent Earphones that I will be getting ASAP.[/size]
 
[size=12pt]·        [/size] [size=12pt]1 (one) In-Earphone ($100 - $200 price max) – (I just got a Shure SRH 840 HP for my main (Home & Office) use) . This IEM will be used for travel/commute/outdoors. It's hot here and difficult to commute so I guess In-ear is cooler, lighter, and more durable for travel/outdoors.[/size]
[size=12pt]·        [/size] [size=12pt]1 (one) Sports In-Earphone ($100 - $200 price max) – I want to start being healthy this year [/size][size=12pt]J[/size][size=12pt].[/size]
[size=12pt]I listen mostly to Progressive Rock/Metal (Dream Theater, Symphony X), Guitar Instrumentals (Marco Sfogli, Andy James), Blues Rock (Led Zep, Joe Bonamassa), Melodic Hard Rock (Mr. Big, Journey), and Motion Picture/Epic Music (Hans Zimmer etc…) to name a few of my genre and taste.[/size]
[size=12pt]Could you please recommend me what you think are the best IEM for my price range and preferences? Where I’m from, it’s hard to test due to the limited options/stocks; let alone buy one because the prices are inflated ridiculously – that’s why I choose to buy online but risk the repair and warranty.[/size]
[size=12pt]I’m looking for:[/size]
[size=12pt]1.     [/size] [size=12pt]Audio Quality[/size]
[size=12pt]2.     [/size] [size=12pt]Comfort[/size]
[size=12pt]3.     [/size] [size=12pt]Durability[/size]
[size=12pt]I could go for recommendations beyond my price range above. [/size][size=12pt]I have a friend whose business is shipping from the US to Phil so I have no problems buying online from the US.[/size]
 
 
[size=12pt]Thanks for your time and help.[/size]
[size=12pt]Sincerely,[/size]
 
[size=12pt]Ken[/size]

Since there's virtually no difference from what you previously asked, I'm going to give the exact same answer as last time as that's likely why you couldn't get any replies - a lack of specifying.
 
 
1) Genres are helpful but stating sound/sig preferences would be even more so. But for preliminary recs (i.e. extremely limited due to lack of information on sound preferences) the GR07 does rock justice, very dynamic, very balanced, yet very articulate. Durability is fairly nice on these.
2) For the sport IEM, would go cheap and stick to something sweat-resistant (-ish) like the M6 or otherwise.
 
But again, stating sound preferences would be immensely helpful in the long run.

 

[Lieuthawkeye]

I'm in need of help finding earbuds with controls that works with android.
 
i currently have the yuin pk3 but i would like to know if there are any earbuds like the yuin (no in ear canal earbuds, only the ones that hang on the ear) with controls.
 
there is no price limit here. i was looking at getting the 

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[size=1.7em] Sennheiser MX580 In-Ear Stereo Headphone with Intergrated Volume Control[/size]

 
but i need a second opinion on this.

 

[TwinQY]

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I'm in need of help finding earbuds with controls that works with android.
 
i currently have the yuin pk3 but i would like to know if there are any earbuds like the yuin (no in ear canal earbuds, only the ones that hang on the ear) with controls.
 
there is no price limit here. i was looking at getting the 

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[size=1.7em] Sennheiser MX580 In-Ear Stereo Headphone with Intergrated Volume Control[/size]

 
but i need a second opinion on this.

The MX580s are nice, yeah, but not sure if they worked or not on my Desire C, as I didn't actually try the controls out. Sorry to be of no help

 

[Lieuthawkeye]

it's ok. i tried my friends ipod earbuds with control on my Sony xperia ZL but that only thing that worked was the middle button to skip music but i want buds with volume controls and all i can find are the in ear canal buds. (i hate them with a passion as i don't like isolation). i already have the Audio-Technica ath-m50 for home use but i need earbuds with volume controls.

 

[cucera]

                      Sennheiser MM 400-X,  Sennheiser HD25-1 II or Sony MDR-1R?

I suggest HD25 verry good isolaton, excelent independance of source and I am shure it will fit with your favourit music.

 

[rettib2001]

Hi Everyone
 
I was reluctant to ask for advice about which IEM to go for because a) I naively presumed I could piece together all the information together myself and b) I'm sure people are getting a bit sick of such generic questions.
 
Any yet here I am...
 
Budget around 200$
 
Previous IEMs
 
-Etymotics Er4P = Can't argue about SQ but didn't find them very 'fun' for lack of a better word. A little clinical at times and made me feel like I was analyzing/assessing music rather than just listening for pleasure.
 
-UE700 = Bizarrely preferred these to the Etys, but the cable lasted about 6 months.
 
Current shortlist
 
Vsonic GR07 Mk2 (or bass edition)
TDK BA200
SHURE SE215 (simply for the detachable cable, as this is what ALWAYS breaks)
Yamaha EPH-100
HifiMan RE262
 
They need to be 'allrounders' is that is even possible as I listen to an eclectic mix of music.
 
Source will be both a Colorfly C3 and a fairly generic Android phone, so unamplified.
 
Any push in the right direction would be really appreciated as I feel I could be spending the next 6 months swaying from one choice to another...

 

[bambino]

Sennheiser MM 400-X,  Sennheiser HD25-1 II or Sony MDR-1R?
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I suggest HD25 verry good isolaton, excelent independance of source and I am shure it will fit with your favourit music.

Which one gives the most bass?

 

[Increesingly2]

Long story short I like bass. I have been struggling to find good earphones since forever... all I want is an IEM that will provide.
 
I listen to Hip Hop and Trance - Lows and Highs... Mids can suffer for all I care 

 
Here's a video with the kind of sounds I want to hit well:
 

 
My short history:
 

1. I had 3 cheap pairs of Phillips SHE3570 which gave me somewhat what I was looking for, but being cheap they broke fast.
2. Then I bought Beats by Dre Studios, which also - subject to piece of **** build quality - blew within 2 months.
3. I also had a pair of Seinheiser headphones, that sounded ok, but sucked in comfortability and alround looks.

 
Out of the above, the Studios (regardless of their reputation), satisfied my taste in music where lows were the basic desire. Their size and sh***y quality is what screwed them.
 
 
So I have decided IEMs are the way to go, especially when I go to Uni and massive headphones are not the go.
 
On the note of looks, I want a pair that are available in white, and aren't going to be weird looking in my ears - basically portably acceptable. I have ATH-M50's for home use, I need looks + quality for outdoor thought.
 
Price Range= <$200
 
Thanks for the help everyone!

 

[bhavneesh]

hello everyone.. first of all thanks a lot to TwinQY for helping me out in choosing an iem.. i got xba-1 and i damn enjoying it fully.. now to the advice part.. my cousin is planning to buy a pair of cheap and good earphones.. and after searching the deals etc. and keeping the budget in mind, its either brainwavz m5 or signature acoustics elements c-12. he loves bass but i personally thought to ask for the pros and cons of both compared head to head. my queries list for their comparison in order of descending preferrence are:

1. overall sound quality and clarity [ not just bass. the sound should be least sibilant as possible to which one can listen for hours without fatigue ]
2. build quality [ i have read mixed reviews for the m5.. some say its best build in brainwavz series.. some say its the worst in the series]
3. bang for the buck [ m5= 40$, c-12= 50$ ]
 
thanks a lot!

 

[~n00beR]

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I am looking for some new portable cans.
They have to be closed, as they will also be used at the office.
 
I have been looking at either the JVC S500's or the DT 235.
The 235's are currently on sale at amazon in the UK.
 
I have around £50 to spend (~$80).
 
I listen mostly to hip-hop and electronic music of all sorts.
 
I enjoy the sound of my HD 600's so bass is not a deal killer.
 
What does head-fi think of my choices?
 
Can nayone recomend anything better in this price range?
 
Thanks in advance for the help

While it is appreciated that you stated both your sound preferences (to an extent) and your genres preferences, you might want to go into a bit more detail as it is fairly vague as of right now and you probably won't get much in terms of specific choices pointed out,

 
I have been a sennheiser fanboy for a while, however I also own the JVC HAFX1X iem, so I am not tied to a specific signature. 
I am looking for an all round headphone due to a wide range of genres I listen to.
 

 

 

 

 
As you can see there is a wide range I will want to throw at the cans.
 
I am looking for something that has controlled, tight, punchy bass, and can present female vocals on occassion.
I am looking for the best all round can I can get for my budget, I do listen to a large range of genres, but hopefully the above gives you an idea of what i listen to 90% of the time.

 

[Yoris]

So here we go,
 
Currently I have the Sennheiser CX300II, and I've had them for about three years now. During this period I had to get them replaced three times due to damage. This is the fourth time something is wrong with them, the balance is off, and there is no bass is my left ear. Because the warranty is expired I have to get a new pair. 
 
My budget is around 100$, with a maximum of 130$, which comes down to 100€, Since I am from the Netherlands.
 
Preference: Good isolation, good build quality, comfortable for long periods of time and a headset combo would be very nice, since I will only use them on my phone.
Environment: On the road (bike)/travelling, school.
Sound Signature: Punchy bass with clear treble, also like a warm sound to it. But it's very hard for me to give a real preference since I've had this set for so long. My only other music source is my 5.1 system at home and the speakers of my phone.
Driver: My Galaxy S3
Genres: Mostly metal but also kind of agressive drum and bass and bass music. Noisia is the perfect example, [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Waqn0jBG58, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2pWZRJd4z8o, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OVdWB-MhNxU.
 
I've been quite happy with the sound of the ones I have now, but I want to step it up a notch on all fronts. I already have been looking around and my eye fell on the ethymotic mc2's because of the isolation and all round quality (and headset), and the beyerdynamic mmx 101 iE, because of the strong bass, very decent isolation and confort (also headset).
 
Allthough I do not understand why there are seperated adaptors needed for Samsung devices? As stated on the beyerdynamic website. If anyone could clarify that for me. 
 
"Combining sophisticated aesthetics with striking sound quality, the MMX 101 iE is the ideal headset for owners of iPhones, iPads, iPod Touchs, Blackberrys, HTCs or other compatible mobile devices provided with 4 pole mini jack plug 3.5mm (for Nokia, Sony, Ericsson, Samsung, Motorola, LG models, separate adaptors are available)."
 
Thanks in Advance,