Need new IEM's for my iPod nano, last pair died

[Mac Write]

I have looked at the buyers guide, but I still need help. I listen to podcasts 99% of the time on my 1g iPod nano in bed, I roll onto my nano, pull the cord out, etc. So I need IEM's that can handle that hence not just going out and getting ER-6i's etc. I live in Vancouver BC, so it would be nice if I can pick them up locally ASAP (as I use my iPod daily and need my night time podcast to go to sleep

).

my EX-51's bit the dust (I had to max out my iPod nano just to hear them and still had trouble) yesterday, and I need to replace them immediately. As I am listening to podcasts that are talk radio 99% of the time in bed etc,

I need to have IEM's that meet the following requirements

1. strong
2. durable
3. thicker cord (since I turn over onto the iPod)
4. can handle being pulled out of my iPod when I move
5. Are good for working out at the gym

Cost is a factor (I don't want to spend hundreds on them).

Thanks for the help

 

[intoflatlines]

Maybe check out the SF3 Studio. The cord is pretty thick and durable. They are typically worn over the ear with memory wire which makes them very secure for gym use.

 

[Shifter]

get the Shure SE110. Durable, great sound, I mean wow they sh|t over the Etymotic ER6i (IMO).

 

[Mac Write]

Over the ear

(I like the light feel of IEM's since there is no "band" so to speak, wouldn't over the ears feel like a band?

 

[epaludo]

I've read a lot of people saying that the Shure's SE110 are overpriced. Although i got to agree with the Shure's durability. I own a E2c and it's super durable. Might be lucky, but indeed really tough ...

 

[Shifter]

Only the wire is over the ear and in my opinion it just feels alot more secure. I owned Etymotic Er6i last week and returned them because they weren't comfortable or durable. I bought these and found a great fit plus they are alot more durable then the ER6i.

Here is a video if you want to check them out (I like them more than the ER6i)
Shure SE110 Sound Isolating Earphones (black) Headphone reviews - CNET Reviews

And I don't understand how they are overpriced.. I got them for the same price as the ER6i, and those things are overpriced. The Shure SE100 costs like 100 bucks without any sale. You get alot more with the Shure than the ER6i.

 

[Mac Write]

Where's a good place in Vancouver to get headphones at a reasonable cost?

 

[Joelc87]

Yeah the wire just loops up over the ear and back down. Not over your head or anything. Like this...very comfortable and more secure than just buds.

 

[Mac Write]

Plans are changing now I am looking at an iPod Stereo for podcasts when in bed and headphones only for when out.

 

[qqbingbing]

e2c

 

[Elluzion]

IBUdz??? lol

 

[Mac Write]

After my afternoon nap an "Daily Giz Wiz," I like the headphones in my ears, since when lying on my side ear into pillow, the sounds seems to be in my head.

 

[Mac Write]

Which $100 IEM's (also include the e4c's) have thick or the thickest cord? That is going to be a problem with catching on things (like doors etc) due to my vision and balance.