[Frydude]

I did utilize the search function and I'm honestly just as lost as I was lurking the threads so I'm hoping I can get some actual suggestions. The most I can shell out is $150 and I mostly listen to rap and soft rock (I think Coldplay-The Killers are soft rock bands). My Bose inearphones got tangled and broke last night at the gym lol... so I could use a new pair.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Hentai11]

Nuforce NE-6/7. You'll have to tame the bass, though.

 

[mythless]

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Originally Posted by Hentai11 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Nuforce NE-6/7. You'll have to tame the bass, though.

Tame the bass? The NE-7m is perfect for rap.

 

[ChroniCali]

NE-7M are great, you should also take a look at the Klipsch S4.

 

[kmhaynes]

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Originally Posted by ChroniCali /img/forum/go_quote.gif NE-7M are great, you should also take a look at the Klipsch S4.

Take the NE-6 or NE-7M, double the bass, almost double the trebles, add some detail and you have the Klipsch S4 -- it is big and hot -- way too much for me.

The NuForce NE-6 is a great option for only $40. Great for the gym so that the next time they get broken, it's only $40 to replace.

 

[Frydude]

Appreciate the responses, I'll check em out. Thanks again.

Edit: As noobish as this may sound, they are comp. with an iPod correct?

 

[earthpeople]

yeah, all the models mentioned are compatible with ipod, if that's what you're asking.

 

[Frydude]

K thanks. I think I'll go with the NE6's, I'm considering getting the comply foam tips. I only see the NE-7M's listed, they would work on the 6's right?

 

[mythless]

yep they're basically the same phones, any tip that works on the the 7 will work on the 6.

Hrmm 100 CAD for the S4, I think im gonna try them out

 

[Q-Tip-81]

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Originally Posted by mythless /img/forum/go_quote.gif yep they're basically the same phones, any tip that works on the the 7 will work on the 6. Hrmm 100 CAD for the S4, I think im gonna try them out

About the ne-7m's.....they don't work on some Zen DAP models. So be careful if you ever have a desire to switch for some reason, which I doubt you will.

 

[Q-Tip-81]

Quote:

Originally Posted by kmhaynes /img/forum/go_quote.gif Take the NE-6 or NE-7M, double the bass, almost double the trebles, add some detail and you have the Klipsch S4 -- it is big and hot -- way too much for me. The NuForce NE-6 is a great option for only $40. Great for the gym so that the next time they get broken, it's only $40 to replace.

I agree with this statement.....coming from the ne-7's, the S4's were a bit hot for my tastes starting out. But I've adjusted well enough that there is no reason to take them back.

 

[Frydude]

Did you guys order your pair online? Is there anywhere in Canada to go to buy them in person or no?

 

[mythless]

The S4 you can buy them at londondrugs for 100 CAD. NE-7m is pretty expensive in Canada, the im-590 is much cheaper, it has more detail but less bass impact. the NE-6 is not available in Canada, you will have to get them from the USA.

 

[Frydude]

I tried London Drugs and they don't have it, bummer. I emailed NuForce and they said I'd be better off buying the NE-6 off of eBay. Are there variants of the NE-6? I wouldn't know if it was real or fake lol...

NuForce® NE-6 Earphone works with iPhone/iPod, MP3 on eBay.ca (item 180414196762 end time 30-Oct-09 20:52:39 EDT)

Is the listing I'm considering.

 

[chinesekiwi]

Well, yeah, for gym use, I'd go the Klipsch S4 if I was you.
If it isn't for the gym, I'd recommend the JVC HP-FX500 from seyo-shop but they probably won't be the best for gym use due to it's non low-profile form factor.