[robin5540]

I am planing on getting a pair of custom IEMs for sub-$1000, and I've been looking into Westone and UE, wondering if anyone has experience with them or any other great customs. So, looking for your suggestions. THX
 
I listen to almost everything, piano, rock, vocal, metal, pop, jazz...... Therefore, I guess something really balance would be great.
 
RM

 

[robin5540]

Please guy, help me?

 

[Spyro]

Do a search on those models under $1,000
 
While I am a big JH Audio fan, their high end stuff (JH13, JH16) goes over $1,000.  Westone ES5 might be the best value for a truly premium sounding custom at $850.  It has amazing clarity and detail with a somewhat forward midrange. 

 

[robin5540]

Do a search on those models under $1,000

While I am a big JH Audio fan, their high end stuff (JH13, JH16) goes over $1,000.  Westone ES5 might be the best value for a truly premium sounding custom at $850.  It has amazing clarity and detail with a somewhat forward midrange. 

I did some research, that es5 would give me the warmest sound out all of them but relatively bass-light. But still wondering is the mid would be too aggressive. Also, while you are talking about JH I think I can break the budget limit a little, can you give me some suggestions on JH? I'm not a basshead and mostly looking for bright high and thick and warm mid while not too aggressive. THANK YOU

 

[goodvibes]

I ordered the 13s but you may prefer the 16 if bass is your thing. There's 15% off for a couple more days. I think headphone addict has a new freqphase 16 review here somewhere.

 

[Xymordos]

I have the UERM and though it does have the bright highs you want, and neutral bass, its sound signature is not thick at all.

 

[robin5540]

How is the vocal performance on UERM. Also, how do they perform in terms of soundstage and locating the sounds? Thank you!!!!

 

[Staal]

You might want to read average_joe's review of the UERM.

 

[robin5540]

Thank for all of you guys, I think I am getting ES5. Will post unboxing pics and basic impression once I get them and burn them in for a bit!!!
 
Happy New Year!!!!!

 

[goodvibes]

Hard to go wrong here.

 

[xutantuo]

facing the same dilemma..

 

[Spyro]

UE Reference(flat, analytical) > ES5(more fun, great midrange and overall detail and clarity)> JH (richer thicker fuller funner sound)
 
General guideline....JH Audio also has flat analytical offerings.