Very beautiful S-em 6 packaging comming with new commands...
Looks like the packaging is finally going to match the price tag
I would sell my soul to try the S-EM6...
Very beautiful S-em 6 packaging comming with new commands...
I'm really curious how these compare to the Sennheiser IE800 and Shure SE846. I'm trying to shop for an upper tier IEM right now.
Sennheiser IE800: The IE800 vs. the S-EM6 is similar to many other BA vs. dynamic driver comparisons, as both perform very well and have characteristic differences. The IE800 is smoother, but in being so gives up detail and resolution. Soundstage width is similar, but the S-EM6 has superior depth of presentation, making the IE800 sound a bit flat in comparison. The S-EM6 is more mid-forward with a bit better coherence and transparency. Tonally, the IE800’s smoother treble and more neutral bass lead to a bit more natural sound overall, but the S-EM6 is more punchy and fun while still retaining a good tonality. The IE800 is very enjoyable, but is a bit V-shaped in comparison, although it will appeal more to fans of “neutral” while the S-EM6 presents additional information from recordings and a more engaging presentation.
Already read Joes review?
http://theheadphonelist.com/ciem_review/earsonics-s-em6-crystal-edition-universal-fit-ciem-review/
Here is his short IE800 comparison:
I really dislike the S-EM6. It sounds to me like someone covered the nozzle with thick pieces of wool. Pure, farm fresh sheep wool.
The bass is bloated, loose, and lacks definition. The treble seems to have studied at the school of Houdini, because it's very proficient at pulling disappearing acts. The only saving grace of the entire IEM is that is has very nice creamy lower mids. The upper mids are stifled though.
I know I'm being harsh, but this iem should not cost anything close to $1000. The XBA-H3 is a great deal more technically proficient than than the S-EM6, carrying more detail, less bloat in the bass, and and a much larger soundstage, all for a third of the price. The S-EM6 makes my blood boil every time I listen to it and A/B it to other iems.
If you want a more technically proficient S-EM6, look into the InEar SD3 or the Cardas Ear Mirrors. Both of them cost less than half the S-EM6's asking price.
I couldn't disagree with this more. The S-EM6 is an incredibly veiled sounding IEM. The IE800, and most other top tier IEMs I've heard, are ahead of the S-EM6 in terms of resolution and apparent detail. It sounds like the sonic equivalent of sheep's wool, while the IE800 sounds like a polished diamond in comparison.
I don't talk much about the S-EM6 so it doesn't sound like I have a vendetta against Earsonics, but it's simply not a good purchase. My mini-impressions of it:
You might want to put a "IMO"
I couldn't disagree with this more. The S-EM6 is an incredibly veiled sounding IEM. The IE800, and most other top tier IEMs I've heard, are ahead of the S-EM6 in terms of resolution and apparent detail. It sounds like the sonic equivalent of sheep's wool, while the IE800 sounds like a polished diamond in comparison.
I don't talk much about the S-EM6 so it doesn't sound like I have a vendetta against Earsonics, but it's simply not a good purchase. My mini-impressions of it:
Think you got a dud EM6. I've heard they are quite capable technically
SM64 was excellent when I heard it, I'm sure EM6 would be a stepup considering the price
Tyojpn, I am in the same boat. S-EM6 requires a lot of time for ear adjustment and should be listened louder than others. Much better than Shure 846, K3003. Will do an A/B with Universal Roxanne soon. Its on par technically with 1plus2 although with different sound signatures.