tk3
Headphoneus Supremus
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Hi,
After quite a bit of reading, I've set my eye on a E500.
But considering that these cost quite a bit, I have a question about their durability.
What can one reasonably expect about how long a pair of these will last, if:
-attention is paid to handle them as carefully as possible (replacing into case whenever not used, no chugging on cord, etc)
-no manufacturing problems on that particular item
-used for indoor listening in a lying/sitting position 90%+ of the time
Since they are so expensive, it would be a shame if they broke down shortly after the warranty has expired or something like that, I would like to get 4+ years out of these at the very least.
Is this realistically attainable?
@owners:
Since these are still quite new, I surmise no really long term use can be shown, but how are your current sets holding up?
Input about older Shure models is very welcome too, thanks!
After quite a bit of reading, I've set my eye on a E500.
But considering that these cost quite a bit, I have a question about their durability.
What can one reasonably expect about how long a pair of these will last, if:
-attention is paid to handle them as carefully as possible (replacing into case whenever not used, no chugging on cord, etc)
-no manufacturing problems on that particular item
-used for indoor listening in a lying/sitting position 90%+ of the time
Since they are so expensive, it would be a shame if they broke down shortly after the warranty has expired or something like that, I would like to get 4+ years out of these at the very least.
Is this realistically attainable?
@owners:
Since these are still quite new, I surmise no really long term use can be shown, but how are your current sets holding up?
Input about older Shure models is very welcome too, thanks!