[DannyBai]

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I want this but the CKM500IS version is the one available locally, I don't want the extra control but that's the only thing they have right now.
 
my questions are:
 
-is it the same with regards to sound?
-can i control the volume using the built in control of the iem even if im not plugging it to smartphones? (I know it can but just wanna be sure)
 
thanks

I have the "i" version which has 3 buttons.  Volume up, down and play/pause/skip tracks/answer calls.  I believe the "is" version only has one button for play/pause/etc.
I also had the non remote version there was no difference in sound.  
I can control using my mac computer with the buttons, not sure about PC's.  

 

[jmwreck]

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I have the "i" version which has 3 buttons.  Volume up, down and play/pause/skip tracks/answer calls.  I believe the "is" version only has one button for play/pause/etc.
I also had the non remote version there was no difference in sound.  
I can control using my mac computer with the buttons, not sure about PC's.  

thanks, I saw it having a slider

 

[eengel24]

So, i just ordered a pair of these from dzone2 on ebay for $58! i'm excited, but i'll probably have to wait a month or so. I'll let you know what i think when i listen to it. i'm just hoping this the upgrade i've been looking for from the brainwavz m3

 

[-sandro-]

I ordered from the same seller and it will probably be delivered to me around Wed (it cleared customs today and was sent to the local postoffice)

 

[DannyBai]

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thanks, I saw it having a slider

I've never realized or seen a slider on an earphone before.  Thanks for pointing that out.  

 

[Mackem]

What are these like in terms of bass? I'm wondering what they're like for bass in comparison to IEMs like the JVC HA-FX101 and the SoundMAGIC E10s.

 

[jasonb]

The mids and highs are fairly level, but the bass is a bit exaggerated. They arent bass monsters, but they arent neutral either. They are better suited for electronic music than they are for rock or metal. I used them for rock and metal for a couple months and then i started to feel that they were a bit slow and heavy on the bottom end. I will probably keep them for electronic music, but they definitely are not my choice for rock or metal anymore.
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What are these like in terms of bass? I'm wondering what they're like for bass in comparison to IEMs like the JVC HA-FX101 and the SoundMAGIC E10s.

 

[Mackem]

Yeah I listen to a lot of rap, R&B, dance, trance etc. and it's just annoying me how fragile my E10s are.

 

[Angelopsaro]

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Yeah I listen to a lot of rap, R&B, dance, trance etc. and it's just annoying me how fragile my E10s are.

what do you mean fragile?

 

[Mackem]

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what do you mean fragile?

First pair: Left side audio channel completely died, got a replacement
Second pair: Right side 'nozzle' (?) came away from the housing, got a replacement
Third pair: Right side 'nozzle' (?) came away from the housing AGAIN, getting a replacement and selling them
 
I take very good care of my possessions and this still happens. Same thing happened with my PL11s but it took longer. I just want something that won't fall apart within 3 months.

 

[dukespecial]

I just received these today and you may take my words with less weight as I am coming from some Senn CX95 which are the equivalent of the 300 II but all in all very pleased with these. They still sound like they need a little refining which will hopefully come over time but for now my instrumental range has expanded drastically. The highs are a little touchy but so far everything else is being handled beautifully.

 

[sybe]

Does anyone know where i can get the stock silicon earbuds? I lost one today on my way home from work

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I saw an earlier reply about someone buying some from ebay and they lost some of the beautiful bass.
 
I just found this link on amazon. does anyone know if these would be close to stock?
http://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Audio-technica-Earphones-Ath-ck31-Headsets/dp/B0052KF67A

 

[jasonb]

Get some Meelectronics brand tips instead. They are much better tips.
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Does anyone know where i can get the stock silicon earbuds? I lost one today on my way home from work

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I saw an earlier reply about someone buying some from ebay and they lost some of the beautiful bass.
 
I just found this link on amazon. does anyone know if these would be close to stock?
http://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Audio-technica-Earphones-Ath-ck31-Headsets/dp/B0052KF67A

 

[-sandro-]

I just received them. Unfortunately I don't like them, I don't like the sound signature, it reminds me of the Brainwavz M4 where the vocals/mids are recessed giving a semi congested sound but not as bad. It's the typical sound that gives me an headache giving too much emphasis to the highs. It's not balanced.

 

[jasonb]

Let them break in, and if you have any wide bore tips they will help bring the mids forward. The really arent recessed, at least after break in. I always thought the mids and highs were great, i eventually just didnt like the bass, at least for rock and metal.
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I just received them. Unfortunately I don't like them, I don't like the sound signature, it reminds me of the Brainwavz M4 where the vocals/mids are recessed giving a semi congested sound but not as bad. It's the typical sound that gives me an headache giving too much emphasis to the highs. It's not balanced.