[dcg]

Well, my portapros finally bit the dust, so I'm in search of a new pair or portable 'phones. I have to admit I haven't been spending as much time at Head-fi as I used to, so I'm not up to date on the more recently released stuff. I liked the sound of the portapros but not the looks

Plus, I'd like something with some noise isolation for when I'm out mowing the lawn. I do not, however, want spend too much, so $100 is my limit, and less would be better. Looks like the Shure E2c can be ad for about $75 shipped (any recs on places to buy would be appreciated).

So, are the E2cs my best bet? I seem to have odd shaped ears, and I do ususally have trouble with earbud style headphones staying in (for example, I can't used the phones supplied with my ipod).

I'm sure this has all been discussed before, but unfortunately the search is down. Thanks for any advice.

Dave

 

[stromie]

I bought the shure e2c from ecost.com at ~$70 a few weeks ago to replace my supplied iPod earbuds.

The improvement is drastic and well worth the price. I am using the medium size foam tips and they are very comfortable. They cause no discomfort whatsoever.

They stay in my ears perfectly although it does take some getting use to running the wires behind the ears and underneath a shirt for going to the gym (and mowing the lawn I would imagine).

All in all, I would strongly recommend them

 

[dcg]

Thanks stromie! Ecost seem to have them at $99 currently, was there some sort of coupon code that needed to be used?

Dave

 

[EightyEight]

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Thanks stromie! Ecost seem to have them at $99 currently, was there some sort of coupon code that needed to be used?

Nope, they had a Countdown sale...don't worry though, i've seen 2 similar deals on eCost since i've been here.

 

[dcg]

hmmm....I'll have to keep an eye out, thanks.

Another question for those of you that have used these - I often listen to music while falling asleep. Are these comfortable to wear in bed?

 

[Bolt San]

Yeah, I can lay down on my side with them on, and sleep.

 

[commando]

I had E3cs but I didn't like them, so I returned them, and the E2s are a step down. They had enough bass, but the mids and highs seemed veiled, but I am comparing them with rather expensive headphones. I would personally buy Ety E4's if I were to get any more, but i'm not sure i'm going to get any.

 

[dcg]

Thanks for the input, guys.

Ety E4s would certainly be nice, but they

1. are more than I'd like to spend.
2. Stick out of your ears so you can't sleep with them
3. Are a bit expensive for something I'd use mowing the lawn or possibly at the gym.

I have heard the ER6 and ER4 side by side, and I thought the 4s were clearly superior, so they are what I'd go with were I to buy etys. However, these aren't going to be my main cans, just portables.