SKisaGooner
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I own the HD 518. I'm pleased with it, but obviously I won't be bringing it around. It's a pair of headphones I use only at home. My prized possession.
So now I'm looking to invest in a pair of IEM's that I can bring around with me, whereever I go. Perhaps something I can put in my pocket at all times. While the 518 is full sized and open, I want the IEM to be portable and sealed.
Here's a list of requirements for my IEM:
I used to have a brand preference of UE and Senn, but now I'm open to any brands as long as it fits my bill.
I have referred to the famous Multi-IEM Review many many times, but I still can't seem pinpoint any models that will suit me.
Please Head-Fi, guide me!
EDIT: Things that will rule out the IEM:
So now I'm looking to invest in a pair of IEM's that I can bring around with me, whereever I go. Perhaps something I can put in my pocket at all times. While the 518 is full sized and open, I want the IEM to be portable and sealed.
Here's a list of requirements for my IEM:
1) Budget: Has to be a class lower than my 518. I don't intend to replace the 518 with my IEM. Sub $100.
2) Sound: I want the sound to be something the 518 can't provide. Perhaps something a bit more colourful. But the bass must be decent, and the sound has to be relatively fun.
3) Build: HAS to be sturdy. I'm going to bring it around everywhere so the build quality has to be good. Bonus if it comes with a hardcase!
4) L/R markings: The most annoying thing about IEM's (besides tangling) is when you don't know which one is L and which is R. It needs to have some form of L/R marking that is easy to spot, and will last. Either that, or it should be designed so that it's impossible to wear the L side on your right ear and vice versa (like the EarPods).
5) Isolation: Above average isolation will do. I want to experience the 'closed' sound, something my 518 can't provide. If it can also function somewhat like an earplug, that'd be great.
I used to have a brand preference of UE and Senn, but now I'm open to any brands as long as it fits my bill.
I have referred to the famous Multi-IEM Review many many times, but I still can't seem pinpoint any models that will suit me.
Please Head-Fi, guide me!
EDIT: Things that will rule out the IEM:
1) Analytical sound
2) Problems with L/R marking
3) Mediocre/below average isolation
4) More expensive than the HD 518