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hello!
i was interested in the Soundmagic e10 because the id America Spark
just go too deep into my ear canals and it bothers me
does the Soundmagic e10 make for a shallower fit?
thanks
Shallower but probably not shallow enough, Maybe try something with an angled-nozzle type fit, such as a Brainwavz Beta?
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Joker, which IEM have best definition: SM3, EX1000, W4, PFE 232, CK10 or DBA-02 MKII?
Thanks!
It would be pretty close between the DBA/CK10, EX1000, and PFE 232 - they are all very crisp-sounding. Tempted to say DBA-02 mkII but you'd have to A:B between them listening specifically for that. The SM3 would have the most smoothed-over response for sure.
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Hi ljokerl, just a couple quick questions:
1) Have you gotten a chance to hear the GR07 Mk. 2? If so, what are your impressions of them vs. the Mk. 1?
2) I'm strongly considering getting custom silicone tips made for the GR07s - do you believe this would significantly improve isolation? Or does the fact that they're vented mean that the stock single-flanges are about as good as isolation is going to get?
3) I'm very happy with the GR07s for now, but if I wanted to upgrade, what higher-end IEM has a similar signature? I particularly don't want anything with more bass or more pronounced treble, as I seem to be sensitive to that stuff.
Thanks!
Have not heard the mkII. Custom silicone tips should help with isolation but it will depend on how deep they are. The vent on the GR07 is very small, I highly doubt it will make a significant difference in isolation.
Regarding the upgrade, I am tempted to say PFE232 but it's such a small difference that I have trouble justifying the $400 price hike on sound quality alone.
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That has to be the LSX5/LS5X - probably a Merlin-like sound - average_joe posted a review (with other Rooth customs) in May, impressed with the depth and neutrality.
Right you are, that's the one. I thought the Merlin demo didn't compete with my Miracle very well but the Rooth one definitely did.
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Hi All,
I stumbled across head-fi.org a little while ago when I decided on purchasing a new pair of earphones.
Looking at the threads i've found the choice of earphones overwhelming and I was hoping you guys could advise me on a pair of earphones. Unfortunately I won't have the opportunity to try before I buy so your views are important.
My music taste vary, however what i'm looking for a pair of earphones that provide clarity, crisp vocals, detail between the mids and the highs a good but not overwhelming bass response. I will be using the earphones with my iPhone 4s on my journey to and from work and in the gym so build quality is important.
I've included a couple of links below which should give you an idea of the tracks I will be listening to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q9zBkXCz1KU
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--tg0mQf8Zo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSbWfBZIjgE
My budget is £350.
I look forward to hearing from you guys.
I'm thinking either the west one 4r which will cost me £270 or the phonak audeo pfe232 at £400. Should I be aware of any others???? Was considering the shure 535 but reads they lack in the bass department.
Have seen the UE 900 how do they compare against the above?
That's quite a budget. The W4R at 270 pounds seems like a good option. I've only had the UE900 for a week or so, so no final impressions yet but so far it seems to do what you want as well. Not sure I would recommend it if it costs the same as the Westones, though. The GR07 would also be a fantastic cheaper option that does what you want. You could also see what the Sony EX1000 or EX600 would run you if isolation is not a priority (they don't isolate very well)
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Not sure why you, AstralStorm, and ClieOS all picked the Sennheiser IE8s last for my requirements. From what I've heard from others, they seem like really good headphones. Could you tell why they aren't too good for my style?
Also, what would you recommend if I stretched my budget to $300?
The IE8 is bass-heavy and not particularly resolving compared to something like a GR07. Just seemed like you'd be happier with one of the other sets you are looking it. And, I really don't think theres anything great to be had by stretching your budget from $200 to $300. The Final Audio FI-BA-SB is in there somewhere but I think it might be over $300, and not necessarily better than a GR07/EX600 anyway.
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I see MEE A161 is now listed as a copy of Fischer SBA-03.
Are we 100% certain it's exactly the same thing on the inside? I recall Joe from MEE saying they were tweaked to their specs. I haven't heard either model so I can't tell.
Either way even if they sound the same, the packaging differs, it would be wise to mention that and change the accessories rating accordingly IMHO.
I just got an A161P loan from innerfidelity and they seem to be the same as my Fischers. I wasn't sure what the differences were in terms of build/accessories so I haven't added any ratings for them yet.
