Gamemako
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Alright, here's the situation.
Some 3 years ago, I bought a pair of iM716 phones for a song. They were around $60 and sounded excellent for the price. However, 3 years, 8 countries, and untold abuses later, they've thoroughly had it. The original tips have been destroyed and the foam tips are disgusting, and the right ear now gives horrible tearing if I turn the volume up to a reasonable level.
So here's what I'm looking for. Ideally, somewhere between $60 and $80. Good, balanced sound quality. The iM716's were reportedly based on the Ety ER4s, and on the HQ setting, they avoided the ugly, overbearing bass problem. I don't carry an amp with me (too bulky).
Suggestions?
Some 3 years ago, I bought a pair of iM716 phones for a song. They were around $60 and sounded excellent for the price. However, 3 years, 8 countries, and untold abuses later, they've thoroughly had it. The original tips have been destroyed and the foam tips are disgusting, and the right ear now gives horrible tearing if I turn the volume up to a reasonable level.
So here's what I'm looking for. Ideally, somewhere between $60 and $80. Good, balanced sound quality. The iM716's were reportedly based on the Ety ER4s, and on the HQ setting, they avoided the ugly, overbearing bass problem. I don't carry an amp with me (too bulky).
Suggestions?