[tmcat]

I am new to IEM so I picked up the super.fi 3 to try and I don't think I'm sold on the comfort. In particular I really don't like the piece of stiff wire about 2 inches long found after the earbud.

Would the UM1 be more comfortable and do they have this same stiff wire after the earbud?

 

[Etrips]

Going to vouch for the UM1's being comfortable! Just gotta find the right tips!

 

[solo2]

The Westones are more comfortable but you might want to note that the Y chain is fixed in the Westones so you can't adjust them. They ride up pretty high up the neck too........ This applies only if you wear the Westones in front.

 

[Dregur]

The Y Chain has a earphone adjuster...uh..thing, just like most IEM's...

-The Grinman

 

[nsjong]

Ue has replacable cables.
Various tips.

I think sound preference is more important to you. Isn't the UM1's warmer and bassier?

 

[rhymesgalore]

I'd call it even muddier. The Superfi has better clarity and tighter bass - the UM1 is a bit boomy to my ear - but in sacrifise of bass quantity compared to the Westone.

I'm telling you this so that you know, that if you switch to the UM1, there's a whole new sound signature waiting for you.

And about the wire: The Westone IEMs have a very soft and flexible wire, and no stiff part after the earpiece, so they're more comfortable in this regard.

 

[achristilaw]

I have both. And use them at work. Alternating back and forth on different days. The UM1 is the more comfortable. The Superfi 3 has more extension. In both directions. With a descent mid-band. The UM1 is more homogenous. That is sound cut from the same cloth. They both needed break-in. Beginning music enthusiasts would prefer the Superfi 3. It offers more sonic fireworks.
Seasoned ears might lean toward the UM1. It offers a single voice. Not one particular audible frequency calls attention to itself. Smoother overall.

 

[tmcat]

Thanks for your input.

I should have mention earlier that I listen to hip-hop and rock but mainly hip-hop and did have to turn on the bass boost to get the super.fi to sound the way I like.

I think I may pick up a pair of UM1 to try.

 

[derek8555]

If UM1 doesn't satisfy you, then go straight to UM2

 

[LFC_SL]

If its possible for you to get a refund and string extra money together, you could even go for UM2/E4C/UE super.fi Pro

My policy to to get a phone and then skip a level and go to the next level of phone

 

[norseman8485]

Go for the um2. um1 has really poor extension, esp. the treble. But very comfy and solid build, I use it for long trips.

 

[Jokieman]

Quote:

Originally Posted by rhymesgalore /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'd call it even muddier. The Superfi has better clarity and tighter bass - the UM1 is a bit boomy to my ear - but in sacrifise of bass quantity compared to the Westone.

No way are the UM1's muddier than the Super.Fi 3's. hehe.

 

[rhymesgalore]

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jokieman /img/forum/go_quote.gif No way are the UM1's muddier than the Super.Fi 3's. hehe.

you wish

 

[mr56k]

I have used both. Hands down to UM1's. Smaller physical size = easier to insert, better fit, dont stick out. They set very flush with your ears.

 

[Jokieman]

Quote:

Originally Posted by rhymesgalore /img/forum/go_quote.gif you wish

No wishing about it.