[reeshahn]

Hi people,
 
This is my first message in this forum. I got acquainted with Head-Fi last week thanks to a friend. Now I am jumping straight to my problem:
 
I am currently using Creative EP-630i earphones for three years but I feel like sound quality is getting poorer every year even though it prooved to be extremely durable (even survived getting washed in the washing machine). Since I started working I think it is time to buy something little bit better for my music enjoyment. In this case what I think about buying is something In Ear Noise Isolating / Cancelling in 100-200 USD price range (US price) if possible with iPhone controller & mic. I was shuffling around the website and three products attracted my attention. I would like to ask your opinion regarding these products and ask for further suggestions:
 

• AKG K391 NC: This product is differentiating from other two since it has active noise cancelling function. Price is around 200 USD so it definitely fits my budget. Only thing annoying me a little is now knowing if I have to carry around the processor / battery unit with me or if it is possible to seperate the headphones from the unit.
• Shure SE215: This came as a suggestion from a friend. I can easily all iPhone cables to use it with my devices.
• Bose MIE2i: Last and as far as according to what I read in the board probably least comes the Bose. It looks like a good option for me since its warrant is valid worlwide. (I am currently living in Turkey)

 
Couple more things to add:
 
I am living in Turkey at the moment. In my previous job I was travelling a lot and the noise cancellation was something really needed. At the moment I am having around 10 roundtrip flights abroad every year so I need some noise isolation / cancelling.
 
I am listening to different varieties of music but I can say I am mostly listening to Electronic Music. I would like to have some good bass in my headphone.
 
Thank you very much in advance for all your help!

 

[kimvictor]

Quote:

Hi people,
 
This is my first message in this forum. I got acquainted with Head-Fi last week thanks to a friend. Now I am jumping straight to my problem:
 
I am currently using Creative EP-630i earphones for three years but I feel like sound quality is getting poorer every year even though it prooved to be extremely durable (even survived getting washed in the washing machine). Since I started working I think it is time to buy something little bit better for my music enjoyment. In this case what I think about buying is something In Ear Noise Isolating / Cancelling in 100-200 USD price range (US price) if possible with iPhone controller & mic. I was shuffling around the website and three products attracted my attention. I would like to ask your opinion regarding these products and ask for further suggestions:
 

• AKG K391 NC: This product is differentiating from other two since it has active noise cancelling function. Price is around 200 USD so it definitely fits my budget. Only thing annoying me a little is now knowing if I have to carry around the processor / battery unit with me or if it is possible to seperate the headphones from the unit.
• Shure SE215: This came as a suggestion from a friend. I can easily all iPhone cables to use it with my devices.
• Bose MIE2i: Last and as far as according to what I read in the board probably least comes the Bose. It looks like a good option for me since its warrant is valid worlwide. (I am currently living in Turkey)

 
Couple more things to add:
 
I am living in Turkey at the moment. In my previous job I was travelling a lot and the noise cancellation was something really needed. At the moment I am having around 10 roundtrip flights abroad every year so I need some noise isolation / cancelling.
 
I am listening to different varieties of music but I can say I am mostly listening to Electronic Music. I would like to have some good bass in my headphone.
 
Thank you very much in advance for all your help!

First of all, noise canceling iems are jokes imo. SE215 is solid and for electronic, SE215 bass edition might fit you better.

 

[reeshahn]

Thank you kimvictor. I tried AKG K390 before (previous version of K391) and when noise cancellation was turned on it made a significant difference in a noisy plane therefore I am thinking K391 is probably not a joke even though I never had chance to try it.
 
I know it is not possible for a simple earphone to isolate all the otside sound but I think it should make a difference. I hope to get couple more comments.

 

[kimvictor]

Quote:

Thank you kimvictor. I tried AKG K390 before (previous version of K391) and when noise cancellation was turned on it made a significant difference in a noisy plane therefore I am thinking K391 is probably not a joke even though I never had chance to try it.
 
I know it is not possible for a simple earphone to isolate all the otside sound but I think it should make a difference. I hope to get couple more comments.

No problems. I haven't tried any noise canceling iems/hps in a plane, so I can't comment.

 

[reeshahn]

Well, I already decided to buy AKG K391 NC and placed my order. Since it will be specially imported I still have one month to change my mind but I don't think I will be changing it. I will post a review when I receive my shipment.