[bomboy2394]

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SM3 would be best sound-wise but they are pretty fragile. Check out the T Peos H200 or another TF10.

Do you think the T Peos H200 would be durable and sound close to the sm3? Because this is the first time that I have heard of the company (I know, I'm a noob). Also, would the sm3 standard cable last longer than the triple fi standard cable that was always breaking because I want to make sure my purchase lasts me a very long time.

 

[Illbetheone]

Do you think the T Peos H200 would be durable and sound close to the sm3? Because this is the first time that I have heard of the company (I know, I'm a noob). Also, would the sm3 standard cable last longer than the triple fi standard cable that was always breaking because I want to make sure my purchase lasts me a very long time.

I would check out the ortofon EQ-5. They are touted as being clones of the sm3 but a lot more durable and they look better IMO.

As far as cables go I can't comment on the sm3 but overtime nearly any cable would go and when it does I would go straight to BTG-Audio and have them recabeled with some top of the line wire.

 

[bomboy2394]

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I would check out the ortofon EQ-5. They are touted as being clones of the sm3 but a lot more durable and they look better IMO.

As far as cables go I can't comment on the sm3 but overtime nearly any cable would go and when it does I would go straight to BTG-Audio and have them recabeled with some top of the line wire.

Thanks for the suggestion. I am looking in to the EQ-5 and noticed that there is an EQ-7. Would you consider the EQ-7s to sound even better than the sm3
Thank You

 

[Illbetheone]

Thanks for the suggestion. I am looking in to the EQ-5 and noticed that there is an EQ-7. Would you consider the EQ-7s to sound even better than the sm3
Thank You

I really don't know. I would try asking in either appreciation thread. I know both are held in high regard.

 

[bomboy2394]

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I really don't know. I would try asking in either appreciation thread. I know both are held in high regard.

Ok thanks that's what I will do thank you for your help!

 

[Illbetheone]

^^ No problem, good luck!
 
 
 
As a side note, I am looking for the bi-flange silicon tips that came with the SM3. I took a wanted ad out, let me know if you guys have any you are willing to part with!
 
 
http://www.head-fi.org/t/669844/wtb-earsonics-silicon-tips-that-came-with-the-sm3

 

[Sterix]

Hey guys. Could you recommend me an upgrade cable for sm3 v2? My current cable died. One side of the monitors emits no sound. Budget range like $100ish and I prefer clarity and a little bass but not too faint.

 

[Kurdt-bada]

in that price range you can spend a little more and get  the baldur mk3 or something similar i bought this one ttp://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IEM-Upgrade-Cable-for-Westone-JH-Audio-UE-Custom-/271144319609?pt=US_Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item3f2175fa79  to my sm3v2 and to my fischer amps fa 4e i didn't receive it yet but the reviews are good and only in sound it performs above their price, check the reviews of the effect studio pearl cable its about 65$ plus shipping.

 

[H20Fidelity]

You guys do realize the SM3 v2 socket pins polarity are in reverse to Westone don't you?

Westones + / - layout is like this.




SM3 v2 are in reverse, so anyone out there running Westone upgrade cable is using their SM3 in reverse phase. I have tested this many times with a multimeter. Try it yourselves, check the positive / negative pins against your stock SM3 cable.

 

[Sterix]

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in that price range you can spend a little more and get  the baldur mk3 or something similar i bought this one ttp://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/IEM-Upgrade-Cable-for-Westone-JH-Audio-UE-Custom-/271144319609?pt=US_Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item3f2175fa79  to my sm3v2 and to my fischer amps fa 4e i didn't receive it yet but the reviews are good and only in sound it performs above their price, check the reviews of the effect studio pearl cable its about 65$ plus shipping.

You didn't receive the cable yet or the amps?

 

[Kurdt-bada]

the cable, i don't know the polarity but i used westone cables with the sm3 v2 and all of them sounded good, better than the stock one

 

[Sterix]

Sorry, as I'm quite new, how do we know which cables are compatible with the V2s?

 

[H20Fidelity]

Sorry, as I'm quite new, how do we know which cables are compatible with the V2s?

Basically, you can use any Westone cable that doesn't have pre-moulded ear hoops, because you can flick the plugs around. Any Westone cable with pre-moulded ear guides prevents you being able to switch the polarity the right way. Still you should be checking with a multimeter against the stock cable when hooking up the new cable.

 

[meurglys0]

My SM3 V1 had been upgraded in January 2012 to V2. A few weeks ago I realized both sides of my SM3 V2 has gotten distant and veiled. I now suspect dust and dirt accumulating in the earpieces might be the reason for this. Is there an easy way to clean the inside of the earpieces? Is there a guide on how to open and clean the SM3? Any suggestions?

 

[Kurdt-bada]

There is not a guide but someday they will open themselves