[Jozurr]

So would you say the pl30 are more fun sounding/engaging or musical than the pl50?

 

[ljokerl]

No, that's not necessarily true. I'm not trying to make this confusing (honest!) but the PL30s, while more similar to the KSC75s signature-wise, aren't nearly as fun or engaging. They have the right amount of emphasis on the mids/treble but they lack the forwardness and aggressiveness of the Koss.

For fun and engaging I'd pick the PL21, although they sound more like the KSC35/PortaPros than the KSC75.

 

[Jozurr]

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Originally Posted by ljokerl /img/forum/go_quote.gif No, that's not necessarily true. I'm not trying to make this confusing (honest!) but the PL30s, while more similar to the KSC75s signature-wise, aren't nearly as fun or engaging. They have the right amount of emphasis on the mids/treble but they lack the forwardness and aggressiveness of the Koss. For fun and engaging I'd pick the PL21, although they sound more like the KSC35/PortaPros than the KSC75.

Oh okay..

Thanks alot. Your opinions are really helpful

 

[OHPC]

I love these earphones. And I have listened to many others. To my ears they just sound "right". The right amount of bass, mid and treble. Comfortable, light. They are my portable choice right now, due to the great sound and low price. I really didn't expect them to be so good for the price, but Soundmagic did it right.

 

[goodvibes]

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Originally Posted by Belabor /img/forum/go_quote.gif Ah well, it seems the seal with the foams is not sufficient. You seem right that these are hard to get off, first of all because they're damn slippery. Can anyone help me with a method to get these off unharmed? Can I use a bit of pressure? PS: I've tried the Sensaphonics Seal Test and the 50Hz tone is not as loud as the 500Hz tone. Actually, I would describe the 50Hz tone as 'barely audible'. EDIT: It could be that my ears are adjusting, but I think the bass is getting slightly stronger. But I have to push them in my ear further if I want to get the base response I want. Unfortunately that is too far for the tips to stay put. I really think I need to try the large silicone tips, but I still don't know how to safely remove the foam tips without damaging them or the earphone.

I use Shure foams. They're tight but will go. Nice thing about them being tight is that you can install them 1/16" or a hair more off the base of the too short stem for deeper insertion, they seal great and have a complimentary signature. I've had these for 5 days and 4 were used for breakin and they needed all of it. They change slowly like other BAs so some think not much is happening but I'm becoming of the impression that BAs just need more time to become aware of it. I increased volume over the period and the last day was at uncomfortable levels. These are no longer mid centric, have found some missing air and have good bass.

Compared to top phones, they do lack some deep bass, top extension and space between the notes but noting is missing and they are suprisingly deliniated, natural and low distortion. Currently the seem quite balanced with an extremely minor extra in the very upper mids and some lack of weight but this is really picking nits. Their balance is as good as many very expensive IEMs. The effeciency seems to have dropped a couple of db overall but this is just the mids having been beat into submission

and falling into their proper place with a bit more harmonic structure. Bass is now fuller and up in amplitude compared to the mids when new as you would expect from the previous sentence. Those that hear distress at added bass or high volumes need to run these in more and harder. They seem pretty tight when new. You won't be disappointed.

 

[ru9]

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Originally Posted by nsx_23 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Head-Direct seems to stock them now: Head-Direct.com | YUIN

Soundmagic
PL50
catalog:Earphones
package weight:200g
sale price:$79.00

Why $79.00???

 

[ljokerl]

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Originally Posted by ru9 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Why $79.00???

Addressed at the bottom of the first page:

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Originally Posted by ClieOS /img/forum/go_quote.gif That is where you'll pay for the 30 days refund, 90 days replacement policy and the customer service from a reputable dealer whenever you need it for warranty

 

[ru9]

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Originally Posted by ljokerl /img/forum/go_quote.gif Addressed at the bottom of the first page:

Thanks, just got the impression that this was $55.00 last year, same dealer.

 

[actorlife]

55.00 shipped here: Focalprice.com offers Genuine Sound Magic PL-50 Professional 3.5mm In-Ear Headphone (Black) ,discount Genuine Sound Magic PL-50 Professional 3.5mm In-Ear Headphone (Black),Genuine Sound Magic PL-50 Professional 3.5mm In-Ear Headphone (Black) products Anybody ever buy from this place? and how long would it take to get to the US?

 

[ljokerl]

FocalPrice is fine. Shipping usually takes 2-3 weeks to US. Not great but faster than DX and mp4nation in my experience.

 

[actorlife]

Darn 3 weeks, anybody want to sell theirs? Please PM me.

 

[ru9]

Yes, a bang for buck IEM, using the Klipsch clear ovals for a tight seal. The bass shines, tight and well defined, great for classic rock.

I now prefer this to the Image S4.

 

[NatedZA]

For anyone that has both the pl-20/pl-30 and the PL-50 , are they really worth double the price or should I just go with the cheaper pair?

 

[ljokerl]

I don't have the PL20 but I have owned the PL50, PL30, and PL21. All three are quite different in presentation so it really depends on what you're after. If you just want a gym pair with a good bit of bass and a fun sound signature, the PL21 will probably do best. If you want the most detailed possible sound and intend to listen to vocal-heavy tracks, the PL50 is well-worth the extra cash. If you're after a sound that's more dynamic and airier/wider, the PL30 may be the ticket.

 

[NatedZA]

I am really torn because I don't really want to pay $50 for IEMs that will last me 3 months, so how is the durability? And also I really have no idea how these are going to sound, I come from a Zune premium earphone user and I was fairly happy with them and am not an audiophille at all. Will I enjoy the pl-50s? I listen to mostly hip-hop( not a bass head at all though) and quite a bit of the beatles, how do they sound? Specifically the remastered albums ?