[romulusremus]

Hi guys! I just want to ask your opinion about these two IEMs. Which is better or more "bang for buck"?
I'm open for any suggestions as long as it fits my under $100 budget. BTW, I will use the IEMs for school,commuting,gym etc.
I'm on a tight budget because I'm just a student and I'm saving up for a Fiio E11 amp. Thanks in advance!

 

[Angels and Air]

Owning both, I'd say go with the Shure SE215.
 
The cable on the Klipsch is pretty thin and delicate. The Shure's have a better fit (over-ear) and have much better isolation than the Klipsch.
 
Amp wise, I doubt an E11 will help much. I noticed slight improvement with the S4 with my Fiio E6, but no difference with my SE215's.

 

[291079]

se215 by far. no amp is necessary

 

[takoyaki7]

Not a fan of s4. Not bad but unremarkable. X10 is way better for a small premium.
se215 is pretty underated imho.
Plus se215 has superior fit, isolation, accessories...a no brainer to me the best choice.

 

[SpringBiscuit]

go for SE215, recommend this one more then s4

 

[AstroTurf]

You should also consider the Etymotic line.

MC5, or the HF5. Both can be found for under a 100, and crush those other two choices easily.

Jim

 

[romulusremus]

Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions! I'm now convinced to buy the Shure SE215. I think it will be a good upgrade from my a-jays two.
 
@AstroTurf
I always wanted to try the Etymotic line but it's hard to find a store here in the Philippines that sell Etymotics(even Shure and other brands like V-Moda,Westone etc). 

 

[AstroTurf]

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Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions! I'm now convinced to buy the Shure SE215. I think it will be a good upgrade from my a-jays two.
 
@AstroTurf
I always wanted to try the Etymotic line but it's hard to find a store here in the Philippines that sell Etymotics(even Shure and other brands like V-Moda,Westone etc). 

Ah, It's all good.
 
Just keep an eye for some used ones.
 
Enjoy your new phones.
 
Jim

 

[nikkojames15]

Hey, ever tried Egghead Audiohub in Robinsons Galleria, if you live in Metro Manila? They sell most brands (even Westone). They don't have UE though.
 
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I always wanted to try the Etymotic line but it's hard to find a store here in the Philippines that sell Etymotics(even Shure and other brands like V-Moda,Westone etc).

 

[ASpec818]

I have a pair of S4's, and the tips don't fit my ears properly. They are cone shaped rather than round. You may want to try both pairs on before committing.