zlot
New Head-Fier
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Hi all,
First, a quick background: I bought a pair of ESW9's, after owning a pair of ES7's for a while. Loved the sound except I found the treble to be fairly fatiguing—it seemed to have more sibilance than I had expected. Perhaps they needed a good burn-in.
Anyway I was still very impressed with them, and I jumped on a pair of 2nd hand ESW10jpn's, which I now use and absolutely LOVE.
But I need a set of IEM's now as summer is here, and it's too impractical (not to mention HOT) to use cans when walking around in 30degree heat.
So, I don't exactly need an IEM that sounds exactly like the Audio Technica sound signature as that would just be silly. It will be nice to have a different sound palette to add to my growing headphone arsenal.
But what I'm trying to explain is that I want a pair of IEM's that can compete with the quality of sound that the ESW10jpn's provide. So, deep quick bass (but not exaggerated or overpowering), and clear but smooth treble that doesn't harsh. I also run my headphones directly out of my iphone 3gs, I don't use a portable amp.
I read a lot of great stuff about the RE0's, which I am strongly considering. Is there any other IEM's that one could suggest for me? I'm prepared to pay well for quality. Any suggestions regarding tip replacement will also be appreciated. I read a lot of good things about the foam tips—the last time I tried canalphones I hated the feeling, so anything that will both increase the sound quality AND comfort will be wonderful!
Oh btw, I listen to all types of music, so they have to be broad enough to sound good jumping from experimental, pop, minimal etc.
Any help will be appreciated. Thanks!
First, a quick background: I bought a pair of ESW9's, after owning a pair of ES7's for a while. Loved the sound except I found the treble to be fairly fatiguing—it seemed to have more sibilance than I had expected. Perhaps they needed a good burn-in.
Anyway I was still very impressed with them, and I jumped on a pair of 2nd hand ESW10jpn's, which I now use and absolutely LOVE.
But I need a set of IEM's now as summer is here, and it's too impractical (not to mention HOT) to use cans when walking around in 30degree heat.
So, I don't exactly need an IEM that sounds exactly like the Audio Technica sound signature as that would just be silly. It will be nice to have a different sound palette to add to my growing headphone arsenal.
But what I'm trying to explain is that I want a pair of IEM's that can compete with the quality of sound that the ESW10jpn's provide. So, deep quick bass (but not exaggerated or overpowering), and clear but smooth treble that doesn't harsh. I also run my headphones directly out of my iphone 3gs, I don't use a portable amp.
I read a lot of great stuff about the RE0's, which I am strongly considering. Is there any other IEM's that one could suggest for me? I'm prepared to pay well for quality. Any suggestions regarding tip replacement will also be appreciated. I read a lot of good things about the foam tips—the last time I tried canalphones I hated the feeling, so anything that will both increase the sound quality AND comfort will be wonderful!
Oh btw, I listen to all types of music, so they have to be broad enough to sound good jumping from experimental, pop, minimal etc.
Any help will be appreciated. Thanks!
