[Cephei]

I was looking at how pricing was nowadays and I see the IE8 at $145.00. This can't be right.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-IE-Audiophile-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B0012XFDWE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1283265972&sr=8-1

 

[dynasonic]

I would call Sennheiser and see if Johnny's Cellphones is listed as an authorized retailer. If not, I would steer clear.
 
I just got some factory refurb IE6's for $55 shipped from an authorized reseller (ADG I believe) and they look brand new and sound great! Granted I am more of a mid-fi guy so I may be easier to please but I can't imagine finding a better IEM for the same money.

 

[mnagali]

they're not in the non-authorized list, so maybe you'll get lucky and they'll overlook that it was bought by a 3rd party Amazon merchant vs Amazon themselves?  I was able to get warranty service on a pair I bought from the marketplace, before they made this list (that merchant is on it now though). YMMV.
 
http://www.sennheiserusa.com/nonauthorized

 

[dynasonic]

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they're not in the non-authorized list, so maybe you'll get lucky and they'll overlook that it was bought by a 3rd party Amazon merchant vs Amazon themselves?  I was able to get warranty service on a pair I bought from the marketplace, before they made this list (that merchant is on it now though). YMMV.
 
http://www.sennheiserusa.com/nonauthorized

 
Good idea - This is obviously a fantastic deal. Let us know if you go through with it and what your experiences are.