[fatmonkeyryit]

I just accidentally blasted my new se535's with full volume for a few seconds from my iphone 3gs. Do you think this could have damaged them?

 

[Spyro]

Yea, absolutely.  Have you listened to them since (???)  How do they sound?

 

[Xstream]

I've received the SE535 a few days ago and i'm listening for hours everyday. I just love the sound, more everyday. 
Today i tried my previous in-ears, the Sennheiser CX400-Precision II and allthough they aren't bad at all, especially considering the price it's a world of difference with the SE535 (and so is the price ofcourse). 
 
Especially the definition of sound, with having a much wider / clearer soundstage, is a huge difference. More open, clear, balanced and realistic sounding. I love it

 
But, i'm a little worried about the fit. 
Playing around with the earplugs will solve my in-ear annoyances, i'm not worried about that. 
 
It's more the headphone itself which lies on year ears and starts to irritate on some edges after a while. Changing the angle a little solves it a little, but still, not entirely irritation free. I guess my ears are just a little too small. 
 
So i'm in doubt wether another high end IEM would have a better fit and similar sound quality. Anyone any suggestions?
Are the Westone 3's smaller then the SE535's for instance?

 

[MacedonianHero]

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Are the Westone 3's smaller then the SE535's for instance?

No, they are bigger.

 

[bscott]

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I've received the SE535 a few days ago and i'm listening for hours everyday. I just love the sound, more everyday. 
Today i tried my previous in-ears, the Sennheiser CX400-Precision II and allthough they aren't bad at all, especially considering the price it's a world of difference with the SE535 (and so is the price ofcourse). 
 
Especially the definition of sound, with having a much wider / clearer soundstage, is a huge difference. More open, clear, balanced and realistic sounding. I love it

 
But, i'm a little worried about the fit. 
Playing around with the earplugs will solve my in-ear annoyances, i'm not worried about that. 
 
It's more the headphone itself which lies on year ears and starts to irritate on some edges after a while. Changing the angle a little solves it a little, but still, not entirely irritation free. I guess my ears are just a little too small. 
 
So i'm in doubt wether another high end IEM would have a better fit and similar sound quality. Anyone any suggestions?
Are the Westone 3's smaller then the SE535's for instance?

I have the same issue.  They're smaller and less smooth than the 530's, so the fit presses into your ear more.  I suggest trying the triple flange tips, as they are pretty long and give a great seal, while keeping the 535's from pressing as much since they stick out some.  You can cut the base to get them just the right length.
 
I tried the Comply tips, but they don't give me the same seal as the triple flanges.

 

[Onza]

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I have the same issue.  They're smaller and less smooth than the 530's, so the fit presses into your ear more.

This is the exact issue I've had with mine, it means I can't listen for extend sessions. I have to say over the past few days my ears have been getting a little more used to it.. On another note they do sound different since I first used them though, more open and airy. I'm struggling to note if this is my brain getting more used to the sound, or a real change in the sound they are producing...

 

[MacedonianHero]

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I have the same issue.  They're smaller and less smooth than the 530's, so the fit presses into your ear more.  I suggest trying the triple flange tips, as they are pretty long and give a great seal, while keeping the 535's from pressing as much since they stick out some.  You can cut the base to get them just the right length.
 
I tried the Comply tips, but they don't give me the same seal as the triple flanges.

If by less "smooth" you mean less laid back because the SE530s had rolled off highs...I can see how you can come to that conclusion. But, I'll take the present highs of the SE535s any day of the week.

 

[sambo60]

I believe he was referring to the physical construction of the se535s, not the sound.

 

[MacedonianHero]

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I believe he was referring to the physical construction of the se535s, not the sound.

Sorry, I take "smooth" as a sonic description...but yes, the SE530s are physically smoother (if that matters).

 

[bscott]

sorry, yes I meant physical - the 530's had zero hard edges and were very slick.

 

[boostedsm]

I have pair of Shure E5c's that the cable started cracking in multiple area's. Been thinking of sending them into Shure for repair they are out of warranty. Does shure replace the e5c's with the cracking cable or do they recable?

 

[Onza]

I posted my comments on the SE535 here:
 
http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/518129/shure-se535-impressions#post_6998203

 

[Mariusz22]

So I bought the W3 a few months ago and simply loved it.  Great bass, nice highs, slightly recessed mids, just an overall fun IEM.  I got an itch to try the new 535s, and all I can say is that the W3s are not seeing much use lately.  The clarity and midrange on the Shure's is just awesome, a bit larger soundstage than the W3 as well.  The bass is there when it needs to be, and is never muddy.  People usually equate bass with "fun", but to me, these forward mids and clarity are pretty fun as well.  
 
My only gripe is that I'm not a fan of the memory wire, and combined with the swivel action of the earpiece, they can be a bit tricky to get in.  Also, as it gets colder outside, the thick cable gets less flexible and can be a bit awkward.  For comparison, the W3 with Complys are a breeze to get in and the thin (but strong) braided cable only adds to that.  I'll probably keep both as they are a nice compliment to each other, but the 535 is definitely a winner and my favorite right now. 

 

[MacedonianHero]

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So I bought the W3 a few months ago and simply loved it.  Great bass, nice highs, slightly recessed mids, just an overall fun IEM.  I got an itch to try the new 535s, and all I can say is that the W3s are not seeing much use lately.  The clarity and midrange on the Shure's is just awesome, a bit larger soundstage than the W3 as well.  The bass is there when it needs to be, and is never muddy.  People usually equate bass with "fun", but to me, these forward mids and clarity are pretty fun as well.  
 
 

Mirrors my experiences exactly coming from the Westone 3s (which I still enjoy)!

 

[Mariusz22]

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Mirrors my experiences exactly coming from the Westone 3s (which I still enjoy)!

By this comment and looking at your sig, we must have similar tastes.  I sold off all my cans to hopefully get the HD800 soon and I'm looking at the D7000 as a closed compliment.