[ValSic]

I'm fairly knew to the IEM scene but I'm not really new to headphones.
I own a Sennheiser HD 555 with a FiiO E5 but I got tired of it since I can't really use them outside. (Well i can definitely use 'em but it'll look weird and the sound leaks since they're open cans.
 
Can you guys suggest an IEM that're good for K-Pop , Acoustic , Rap , and some modern rock music?

 

[kiteki]

For those genres I'd suggest an IEM that excels at bass, female vocals and timbre.
 
I wish I knew which IEM was best suited for this, alas I don't.
 
However, if you don't mind no isolation, I'll recommend Sony E888.

 

[ValSic]

ATM Im looking at:
 
Head Direct RE0
 
or
 
Sennheiser IE7 (Refurbished one from adgtron)
 
That are the only ones I've seen so far but if there are better IEMs for the price range I've said please recommend some. It'll be greatly appreciated.

 

[kiteki]

RE0 has no bass and a flat FR, you won't like it with rap.. I think.
 
IE7 has a high risk of being fake, same as E888.
 
Check out Sunrise Audio and Fischer Audio, something like the Silver Bullet or Sunrise AS-Charm.

 

[ValSic]

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Would there be a difference in sound when I compare my hd 555's to the IE6's?
Are the IE6's good for my taste of music? Since for me , the HD 555's are little laid back in terms of sound.

 

[XxMerlinxX]

I've recently been reading a lot about the Monster Turbines, they sound like a good fit for what you're looking for.  I've ordered a pair and will be receiving them Wednesday, I'll let you know for sure when I get my hands on them.

 

[ValSic]

Yeah I've seen that on Amazon too. I think it's only $102 Brand New
http://www.amazon.com/Monster-Turbine-High-Performance-In-Ear-Speakers/dp/B001LNO722/ref=sr_du_2_map?ie=UTF8&qid=1289767190&sr=8-2
Thanks and won't you need to burn it in though?

 

[kiteki]

I don't know much about IE6/7/8, sorry.
 
I share your feelings about "laid-back" sound, I find most audio gear too laid-back for me, I prefer an upfront and engaging sound, and I really dislike when there's a "veil" on the music, these characteristics are pretty common in Sennheiser I think, not to mention Sennheiser are a little expensive, I used to like them because of their great spacious 3D sound, but you can find that in other brands too.
 
Since you're in the US, I can recommend Panasonic HJE900, they only cost $89 there, they're over $200 in Japan.  Dont' let the brand name fool you, they're actually made by Technics, which are famous for their DJ tables and stuff.  I've heard they're "upfront", some users even call them overpowering, when I'm the US I might pick up a pair.
 
Check these out too, Yuin OK2, Sony EX510, Sony EX600, Etymotic MC5, Final Audio Heaven A1.

 

[ValSic]

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I've read about the HJE900 too and they said that the mesh filters fall out.
I'm gonna check out the other five and see if they fit my taste.

 

[Icy56]

I have the ie6, they are terrible. too much bass, not detailed enough for my taste. I listen to similar types of music and i absolutely hate my ie6, i can buy $14 ksc75 that sound better(much more detailed) than the ie6. Ie6 are not worth the price at all. And I have the m50s which are known to have a lot of bass, I just don't like the ie6 bass at all. The ie6 sounds like there is a "vail" just like the poster above stated and i absolutely cannot stand that.

 

[ValSic]

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lol thanks for the heads up. I was about to consider them in my "probability" list.
 
But as of now I'm leaning towards
 
HJE 9000 , the monster turbines , the ie7 refurb (I got a confirmation from a thread that he's a legit seller and that they're genuine) , the Yuin OK2 , or the Etymotic MC5

 

[Icy56]

No prob, Im planning on upgrading to the HJE900 or the Sunrise Xcape(you should check those out) soon too. I'm just waiting to see if ill be able to sell my ie6 and some games to a friend. Keep me posted on what you get and what do you think of them.

 

[ValSic]

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Yeah Ima still do research since I'm waiting for my fake beat's tour refund which was $72 and im also selling my hd 555's with my FiiO E5 for $80.
That's my overall budget for a new IEM. And sure , I'll tell you what I think about the IEM that I'm about to get but as of now im not sure yet.

 

[kiteki]

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HJE 9000 , the monster turbines , the ie7 refurb (I got a confirmation from a thread that he's a legit seller and that they're genuine) , the Yuin OK2 , or the Etymotic MC5

Just to clarify, Yuin PK1, OK1 and OK2 have the same huge spacious soundstage, if you don't mind narrow soundstrage and want to save money, get OK3.
 
Sorry for recommending the expensive EX600 and Heaven A1's, but sometimes for a long-term investment it's worth it, especially if you're going to sell your full-size headphones.
 
Don't forget Fischer Audio, they are all the rave right now, high quality at low price from Russia.

 

[ValSic]

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HJE 9000 , the monster turbines , the ie7 refurb (I got a confirmation from a thread that he's a legit seller and that they're genuine) , the Yuin OK2 , or the Etymotic MC5

Just to clarify, Yuin PK1, OK1 and OK2 have the same huge spacious soundstage, if you don't mind narrow soundstrage and want to save money, get OK3.
 
Sorry for recommending the expensive EX600 and Heaven A1's, but sometimes for a long-term investment it's worth it, especially if you're going to sell your full-size headphones.
 
Don't forget Fischer Audio, they are all the rave right now, high quality at low price from Russia.

 
I haven't seen the EX600 and the A1's yet. Do you mind if you give me links for their infos? (price , tech infos , etc)