[blackreplica]

Not a fan of the remote either and am looking forward to a non 'i' cableset though none seem to be available now from klipsch.

Also, i feel the true weak point for the cable is where the cable meets the earpiece, thats the part that gets subjected to the most tugging force when removing it from one's ear, and is sadly not fixable should a disconnection occur there (without replacing the entire earpiece)

Are there any owners of the x20i here that can vouch for it's long term reliability yet?

 

[LunaC]

The strain relief is over twice as thick as the material on the X5 so I doubt there will be an issue. My x5 have a slight tear in the strain relief but given cable thickness (thin) and thin strain relief, I don't see the x20 doing the same.

I also think that the flexible vs hard mechanical connection is a good thing. Looks to be trend started by the senn ie800. Over stressing one gives a bend and the other is a broken connector or cracked housing

 

[Fraussie]

Is there any competition for the x20i? Thinking of getting a pair but they are so expensive I feel like I should be at least looking at other options before deciding.

 

[LunaC]

I'd be tempted to wait just to see what the newly announced Etymotics will bring to the table. Sound wise, the x20i do not leave me wanting (other than disease of upgraditis we al have constantly ) and I think the only complaints I've read have been cost, wanting cable attachment at housing and wanting a mic free version. I find it odd that if the sound quality is being found at the top of the game with 1000$ units, why they complain about the cost. All I can think is brand snobbery is at play. Sure I expect the margin based on component cost is high but if you tabulate the component cost of a plastic housed 6 driver unit, you would quickly see a lot 1000$ unit had an even higher margin. You can witness this with the DIY IEM kits you can find easily. (A DIY 535 is 100$ or so to get idea)

Good luck!

 

[gauchotodd]

What is the new Etymotics model you mentioned?

 

[LunaC]

There is a big discussion at the end of the if-you-still-love-etymotic-er4-this-is-the-thread-for-you thread

 

[Adrian Yong]

  There is a big discussion at the end of the if-you-still-love-etymotic-er4-this-is-the-thread-for-you thread

Which end or where is that end ?

 

[LunaC]

Just search for er4sr and er4xr

 

[Adrian Yong]

Just search for er4sr and er4xr

I know....just kidding....just love the eay u put the earlier reply.....end of tread to your thread...

 

[DivineCurrent]

How does the X20i compare sound signature wise to the XR8i? I know Klipsch has that graph at the bottom, but it doesn't tell you much...

 

[LunaC]

I only had a short listening experience with the XR8i so hard to say with certainty.  However, I like the X5 and always felt a little bottom end would be perfect. That is basically what the XR8i is. I seriously considered a pair but they just didn't feel right in my ears. I tend to end up with a deeper insertion (20yrs+ of etys) and the XR8i seem to be set up for a more shallow depth.

 

[DDDYKI]

Klipsch replied to a comment I left on their X20i photo, and said they are "looking into" making an Android cable. That, coupled with a temporary sale on the X line (along with a discount through my employer) has me thinking about picking them up. Of course, just because they're looking into it doesn't mean it will happen, nor do I know if this is a 1-button remote (useless for me) or a 3-button (perfect!).

 

[DivineCurrent]

Sale alert on the Klipsch X20i's, you can find them for $439 on Amazon and Ebay, as well as the official Klipsch website. I just got one, they are incredible sounding!
edit: btw, I have a new review of these up: http://www.head-fi.org/products/klipsch-x20i-earbuds-with-mic-and-playlist-control-for-ipod-iphone-ipad-silver-black/reviews/16229

 

[Adrian Yong]

The Ebay store called worldwide stereo thats has the sale is very lame as it does not ship outside US....

 

[DivineCurrent]

  The Ebay store called worldwide stereo thats has the sale is very lame as it does not ship outside US....

That's a shame. That's actually the place I got them from too. There's got to be other dealers who ship outside the US.