[toughnut]

U doing it wrong

The circular metal loop is actually for cleaning the tips.

 

[Vladimir_F1]

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Originally Posted by tstarn06 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I had the same cracking sound with the IE7s and my Touch 2G. I think it went away, will let you know.

Aha, funny but they actually went away.
Well while spining jack don't hear them anymore

I like bass, very nice

but still expect better sound in the future

 

[Covenant]

What fullsize headphone do people consider as sounding the most like an IE8?

It sure isnt the HD600. I'd be inclined to think it would sound closer to an HD650, judging by memory, but I dont think its quite there either. Oppinions?

 

[h.rav]

I own both. IMO, they sound similar, the HD650 is very airy though. I'm using the HD650 w/ WA6.

 

[koruki]

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Originally Posted by toughnut /img/forum/go_quote.gif U doing it wrong The circular metal loop is actually for cleaning the tips.

LOL yeah I realise that, though I find it pretty fail in that aspect too.

 

[walkingman]

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Originally Posted by toughnut /img/forum/go_quote.gif U doing it wrong The circular metal loop is actually for cleaning the tips.

Useless for that too. I rather they bundle a toothbrush! Fortunately my ears aren't that waxy...

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Originally Posted by LFC_SL /img/forum/go_quote.gif Q: What's the durability been like for long-term owners?

I do not think anybody here has them long enough to judge conclusively. Some had their IE 8's nozzle accidentally coming apart (not break) when pulled, but that can easily be glued back, apparently.

But to me, three months on I really feel that this is one heck of a durable IEM. The cable is soft, flexible and yet tough and exhibits no microphonics. Sennheiser claims that the cords are kevlar reinforced and I have found no reasons to doubt them yet.

Despite being made of plastic, the IE 8 doesn't seem to suffer from any potential defects or issues that may arise later on. They are very very light too. I use to keep them in a case, but lately I just hang them when not in used or stuff them in my jacket pocket. Naturally I am a bit more careful with them. At the price, who wouldn't? I certainly would not let them get near my keys, or indeed my cat (if I had one).

Finally it comes with a standard two year warranty and detachable cable solution.

 

[koruki]

lol I dont think they can survive being chewed by your dog though as we saw from an earlier post

 

[Incognito73]

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Originally Posted by walkingman You can call Sennheiser CS and ask them. At least one head-fi'er here has succeeded in getting spare tips by calling their CS department. They come in packs of five pairs in different sizes. You can get the individual part numbers from here:

Hey, thanks for that. Much appreciated. Only question is what's the part number of those small double flange black tips. I don't recognise the names from the part list (and there are no pictures) ... hmmm. Lamella ?!

Speaking of double flanges. I believe that someone from this very thread recommended Double Flange Ear Bud Cushion for Sony In-Ear Headphone - eBay (item 380119991227 end time May-24-09 21:52:31 PDT) and some Sony tips were preferable (although I did read that it's a pain to get them on/off). Did anyone had a play with Comply T-400 maybe ? I'm just thinking if it would be a less hustle just to order some other tips, highly regarded from the users here.

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Originally Posted by toughnut Get yourself familiar with IE8 sound first and only then find a suitable amp to shape to your preference sound. Let it burn around 400+ hours to settle down.

Sounds like a plan

Exactly what I had in mind. I'm in no rush for the amp. I mean, I can build cMoy in the next couple of days just for fun ... but honestly I'm rather keen to investigate what IE8 can offer me without any "helping hand".

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Originally Posted by gameboy115 I stop burn in when it hits 350 hrs. From my experience, it will have another great change between 250-350, less veil especially low end, more control at bass and more forward

From all the comments about the burn-in, I can only conclude that IE8 does have rather special "character" and you do have to spend some time to get familiar with it

For me, that can be only one big plus

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Originally Posted by LFC_SL In particular I am wondering about confidence in build quality...

Unfortunately, I can' comment on long term build quality and durability (someone have to jump in here) ... but to me they do look like a pair of robust IEM. I have to comment that I really like the design. Some people commented that they are "ugly" ... but to me they are just beautifully crafted. Yes, they look a bit "strange" but in rather positive way. I like non-flashy and understated look. They look like pro IEM, no doubt. It's typical example of German understated engineering.

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Originally Posted by koruki I went from under the tip sliding it in and just going in a circular motion so free all the edges and slowly wedged them out as I know silicon has a characteristic to stick a bit.

I see. That's completely on contrary what the manual says, but interesting approach nevertheless. You just need to stretch the silicon a bit, yes, and I used to pick up the top end, stretch it a bit on the side and then pull it over. But for the very small tips this could be tricky affair.

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Originally Posted by h.rav I own both. IMO, they sound similar, the HD650 is very airy though. I'm using the HD650 w/ WA6.

Well ... this may open one rather interesting subject. Can IE8 be used, apart from mobility aspect, as static monitors for critical listening (as swap for your trustworthy full sized over-the-head set-up) ? I have heavily modified X-CAN with Mullard ECC valves paired with HD600. What immediately was obvious to me (when swapping back and forth between the HD600 and IE8) is rather impressive IE8 soundscape (for IEM). You really do have that over-the-head feeling and that brought immediately one serious grin to my face

If someone tested the Ultrasone sample CD (aural recordings) ... it's very obvious.

Last night I was auditioning the IE8 by watching the movies (HTPC/Home cinema set-up). It was really good. There was one particular scene where two people had a chat in relatively quiet room ... but room was not quiet at all! I could easily hear and pin point the source of every faint or distant noise. For example, there was one small clock ticking just behind on the left, there was faint song from the bird just above and outside the window, there was car siren just in the distant front. Apart from the impressive soundscape, I could almost sense that people are chatting just in front of me. Great midrange too.

I need more time to test and, of course, for IE8 to settle down. Honestly, I wouldn't mind them as an replacement for HD600. Sometimes with full sized headphones I have that "clump" felling over my head and they do start to hurt after some time (well my head particularly). When I master the comfort level for IE8 ... I will seriously consider them as HD600 swap when I feel like it.

 

[Surrealsky]

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Originally Posted by walkingman /img/forum/go_quote.gif Despite being made of plastic, the IE 8 doesn't seem to suffer from any potential defects or issues that may arise later on. They are very very light too. I use to keep them in a case, but lately I just hang them when not in used or stuff them in my jacket pocket. Naturally I am a bit more careful with them. At the price, who wouldn't? I certainly would not let them get near my keys, or indeed my cat (if I had one).

Sorry to say mine had it's sennheiser logo dropped off from one of the side, it's a small piece of plastic if you observed. I couldn't find it nor locate it since i didn't even know when it dropped till i just saw it.

 

[walkingman]

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Originally Posted by Incognito73 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Hey, thanks for that. Much appreciated. Only question is what's the part number of those small double flange black tips. I don't recognise the names from the part list (and there are no pictures) ... hmmm. Lamella ?!

I think they are called Lamella, but best to confirm first. Not sure why Sennheiser didn't just call them dual flange instead of this rather fancy term...

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Originally Posted by Surrealsky /img/forum/go_quote.gif Sorry to say mine had it's sennheiser logo dropped off from one of the side, it's a small piece of plastic if you observed. I couldn't find it nor locate it since i didn't even know when it dropped till i just saw it.

I think I'm going to check mine now...

Still there!

 

[Surrealsky]

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Originally Posted by walkingman /img/forum/go_quote.gif I think I'm going to check mine now... Still there!

Haha good for you, mine was properly taken care of and yet the plastic logo just dropped off..

 

[Vladimir_F1]

He

Just tried all tips that come with earphones. None of them fits me

Except those that is set by default

I'm glad that at least they are perfect

Now i understand, why i am so lucky that at least 1 pair of default tips fits

I also broke one small double-flange, too hard to take them off. ( somebody else wrote that broken them too )
So if you like them, be very careful. Thank God i don't need them

Also tried those tips which was perfect with CX 300. With IE 8 they are not so good

 

[Vladimir_F1]

I've found in previous posts mention about some 'virtual barber shop'.
And I'am amazed too

)) it's so funny(don't know why, but I laughed actually, while listening), like I'am really there. I don't even suspect that its possible to hear that detiled and so real sounds with this 'soundstage'(now i really know what it is)

of sound on IEM.

The funniest part was when man approached slowly and whispered to my ears. Also when he was using scissors. My ears never heard that kind of detailed sound. I'am a happy man.

Now I really know that IE 8 really cost that kind of money.

 

[RAQemUP]

I guess I am one of the few that had luck with the included ear tips. I was having a tough time figuring out if I liked the small black foam tip or the medium double flange tip the best. Then I ordered those Sony hybrid tips 3 weeks ago and found the SS tip to be the "bees knees". Now, depending on the situation, I use either the supplied double flange tip or the Sony SS tip.

 

[Vladimir_F1]

Guys, if you want to hear more 3 D Audio. Follow this link.
YouTube - Virtual Thunderstorm - Sound Illusion Sound is just spectacular.


BTW anybody know why pink noise is used for burning? There is white noise

Or even simple music!

If anybody can send me file with pink noise, it will be great

Cant find anywhere.