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I am fairly new to IEMs and have recently decided to get a pair of IEM with microphone for my iPhone 4. I purchased both the Monster Beats and the Monster Turbine (regular one, not the Pros) with ControlTalk in order to be able to evaluate both of them side-by-side since they are both in the same price range that I am interested in. While the Beats sounds decent except having not enough bass as compared to Turbine, I am surprised that the Turbine to me sounds a bit "muffled" overall. I have read many reviews here in this forum and elsewhere and it seems like everyone thinks the Turbine sounds clear and crisp while at the same time delivers good bass. When I compare the Beats and the Turbine side by side, Beats always seems to provide a more clear sound overall, with less bass as compared to Turbine. Is this normal since Turbine delivers a warmer sound? I am pretty sure that I am doing the fitting right as I am using the Comply tx400 foam tips on both pairs and I am getting a pretty good seal. Perhaps it's just that my ears are not well-trained enough to hear and appreciate the "true" sound? I have tried it on a variety of music (electronica, hip-hop, r&b, jazz, rock, even some classicals) and always comes back to the same conclusion: Beats is more clear (better delivery of mids and highs?), while Turbine delivers great, deep bass but sounds a bit "muffled".
Will I see a significant difference if I move up to either the Pro Gold or Pro Copper?
Thanks.
Kenny
Will I see a significant difference if I move up to either the Pro Gold or Pro Copper?
Thanks.
Kenny