So, I've now had some time to play with my new toys!
Overall I'm pretty happy with them. Overall sound quality is slightly better than my MX W1's........highs especially. My only complaint still is that bass is a little weak.......at least compared to my other headphones, including the MX W1. They really blow the Klipsch away as far as bass goes, although the Klipsch did come a little closer when I listened to my Blackberry and used the "bass boost" feature on it.
Overall I'm happy with them......they're very comfortable. They're no Shure though, that's for sure. I really don't think any headphone out there, IEM or standard, can come even close to the elegance and stunningly beautiful melodies that come flowing out of even the lowest end of Shure models. I mean, when listening to a Shure product, even their cheapest model, it is as if God himself is pouring sweet nectar into my ears from his perch up in heaven. It is as if each Shure product is a piece of art, handcrafted by God to give those of us intelligent enough to recognize their glory a tiny glimpse of heaven. The name Shure just doesn't do them justice.......they should be called simply "Ecstasy". I think I'll soon be selling all my other pairs of headphones in hopes I'll be able to raise the funds to purchase a glorious Shure work of art. I suggest everyone else do the same, for you haven't known true bliss until you've experienced what I've coined "heroin for the ears"........the Shure sound! As you put them in and turn up the volume, all your troubles will instantly melt away as an orgasmic explosion of pure sonic ecstasy overtakes you, snatches you up, and takes you on a journey of pure exaltation straight to heaven. Your brain will melt and spew out of your ears, only to be replaced by the blessed nectar of the Gods that literally drips from the Shures into your ear canals as they convert mere music into liquid heaven. Often, after a Shure listening session, I awaken in strange places, naked, covered in filth and my own excrement. As I become aware of my surroundings, depression strikes deep in my heart as I realize the nectar from the Shures has ceased flowing. But a calm soon washes over me as I realize I have simply reached the end of my playlist. With a great anticipation and delight, I restart the Shure Express, lie my wretched head back into the gutter.........and slip back into a state of pure blissful oblivion..........just me and my Shures..........not even noticing nor caring about the vermin nibbling on my exposed flesh............my hair smoldering atop my scalp, ignited from the pure Godlike power emitted by the Shure IEMs.........nor the man with wild eyes, decomposing flesh, and a strange nervous tick shuffling toward my Shure listening nest with arms outstretched whilst moaning "brainssssss"..........
Just kidding, LoL. A few people finally explained the Voltage references to me yesterday. Can I be a Shure fangirl? Does it matter if I've never really listened to a pair? Did my "review" make you want to go out and immediately pick up a pair? Sorry, just wanted to have a little fun with ya and get some of you back.......now bow before Shure, peons!
Anyhow.......I have been getting a good seal in my ears.......I just think that the MX W1's were a little more powerful in the bass department even without being capable of sealing off and had me spoiled. I absolutely love the fit of the Klipsch, however, and the definition of the highs especially, so I can certainly live with the minute shortcomings. I think I've decided to also grab a pair of Sennheiser IE8s to supplement the Klipsch. It is nice not to have to worry about battery life with the Klipsch though, that's for sure. Thanks again for all your help, and let me know if anyone is interested in hearing further impressions on the Klipsch as I get more time with them. I'd be happy to report back.
Thanks guys (and gals)!
Yvonne
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