[meat01]

The color of the filters has to do with the frequency that is dampened.  They do not increase a certain frequency, they decrease it.
 

 

[gnarlsagan]

Does the red filters really sound different then the green ones ? I thought the filters were just there to block ear wax and not curve the sound any ? Sorry if I'm wrong but I did not know that

would like to know more about the red filters and also the group buy detail 

All the info about the filters is here: http://www.head-fi.org/t/626457/nrb-mod-nut-rattlin-bass-from-an-ety-yes-yes-yes-how-to-nrb-mod

Be sure to look at the links to see how the different filters affect sound. There are also detailed filter comparisons earlier in this thread.

Luisdent is organizing the filter group buy.

 

[darthian123]

A frustrating problem for a newbie: 
 
Which version of the er4s should I get? I will prefer the one that possess the "best" ER4 sound signature
 
I will be using these with an amp (iBasso D-Zero+Sony Z1050/iPod Video).
 
Thanks

 

[luisdent]

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A frustrating problem for a newbie: 

Which version of the er4s should I get? I will prefer the one that possess the "best" ER4 sound signature

I will be using these with an amp (iBasso D-Zero+Sony Z1050/iPod Video).

Thanks

he er4s only has one signature. The er4 series has a few, and the s is usually considered the best, but they all serve different purposes. The p has less treble but is more easily powered by ipod type devices. The s is harder to power but has more neutral treble...

 

[luisdent]

I'll post more info on the filter group buy soon.

 

[darthian123]

Quote:

The er4s only has one signature. The er4 series has a few, and the s is usually considered the best, but they all serve different purposes. The p has less treble but is more easily powered by ipod type devices. The s is harder to power but has more neutral treble...

 
So with a D-Zero, do you think it is enough to power the er4-s? Cuz I'm looking for some good treble and extreme clarity
 
Thank you

 

[luisdent]

Quote:

 
So with a D-Zero, do you think it is enough to power the er4-s? Cuz I'm looking for some good treble and extreme clarity
 
Thank you

 
I haven't heard that amp, but based on the specs you should be o.k.

 

[darthian123]

Quote:

 
I haven't heard that amp, but based on the specs you should be o.k.

Thanks for replying. Do you know anywhere to get a sweet deal of the ER4-S's?

 

[luisdent]

Quote:

Thanks for replying. Do you know anywhere to get a sweet deal of the ER4-S's?

 
Unfortunately no.  Someone here just found one one amazon.com from a japanese selling for around $210 I believe.  Otherwise, most stores are asking the $300 retail...

 

[tomb]

Just finished building a Mini3 for my Etymotic ER-4PT's and pupDAC and I can tell you - nwavguy is full of crap.
 
I love the ER-4's, by the way.

 

[dnullify]

Hahaha... I like my Mini3s.

 

[luisdent]

I love DIY gear, but I'm always too afraid to drop money into something I could easily screw up

 

[dnullify]

I'm seriously fortunate in that i live very close to Ti, and he was most kind enough to help me out with one of my Mini3 builds when i screwed it up.

 

[eke2k6]

Quote:

Thanks for the pointers guys on dealing with fit/imbalance!

 
I wanted to add a couple of tips earlier.
 
The imbalance (at least for me) comes from pressure in the canal. I alleviate this 2 ways:
 
1) push it deeper in. I think there's a point where the inner seal is broken somewhat, which allows the mids and treble to come through without interference. I also insert with a twisting motion, so you essentially break the seal every time you move it in deeper.
 
2) I like the Atrio foams and the Shure Olives, since they don't require the vacuum to seal off the ear canal like the silicones do. However, I find them to be less comfy than the triple flanges, believe it or not. They fill up my ear canal more, creating pressure on the walls of my ears at the proper insertion depth.
 
Overall, push it in deeper, and twist while you do.
 
This advice is also applicable to one's love life.

 

[groovyd]

Just got mine on amazon for $250, but they are not coming directly from Etymotic so I hope they aren't seconds...