Coop47
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Hi all,
I was pretty active here years ago, but settled on some gear and decided to get out while I still had some money left. However, I started a new job a few weeks ago that has a 45 minute train commute, so I dug out my Sleek SA6 that I had barely used and attached a cable I had never used. The cable last three weeks before fraying, and while Sleek customer service has been great at replacing parts, I've reached the end of my rope with their build quality.
So now I'm in the market for some new IEMs. After doing a little research, I'm overwhelmed. I hate to start a new thread, but I'm lost. Here's the criteria:
Budget: $50 - $150
Build Quality: Excellent, able to hold up to being taken in and out of a case twice a day.
Sound Isolation: Good, but doesn't have to be great
Source: iPod, iPhone, iPad
Music: Classic rock, jazz, classical, acoustic
Preferably compatible with the Shure Olives that I have been using with my Sleeks, or Comply T500. Both seem to fit my ears pretty well.
I was leaning towards the Spider Realvoice, but just read that the build quality is questionable. I don't abuse my gear, but I would like something that will stand up to use. If someone can make suggestions and if possible point me towards a good place to purchase, I'd be very grateful.
Thanks in advance,
Coop
I was pretty active here years ago, but settled on some gear and decided to get out while I still had some money left. However, I started a new job a few weeks ago that has a 45 minute train commute, so I dug out my Sleek SA6 that I had barely used and attached a cable I had never used. The cable last three weeks before fraying, and while Sleek customer service has been great at replacing parts, I've reached the end of my rope with their build quality.
So now I'm in the market for some new IEMs. After doing a little research, I'm overwhelmed. I hate to start a new thread, but I'm lost. Here's the criteria:
Budget: $50 - $150
Build Quality: Excellent, able to hold up to being taken in and out of a case twice a day.
Sound Isolation: Good, but doesn't have to be great
Source: iPod, iPhone, iPad
Music: Classic rock, jazz, classical, acoustic
Preferably compatible with the Shure Olives that I have been using with my Sleeks, or Comply T500. Both seem to fit my ears pretty well.
I was leaning towards the Spider Realvoice, but just read that the build quality is questionable. I don't abuse my gear, but I would like something that will stand up to use. If someone can make suggestions and if possible point me towards a good place to purchase, I'd be very grateful.
Thanks in advance,
Coop