[gtcharlie]

Been reading about the Bower and Wilkins C5 in ear headphones and almost everything has been very positive.  Having said that I am wondering if there are comparable alternatives for a somewhat lesser price.  I want something similar to the B & W that has either an earhook or an innovative design like the C5's.  Straight in ear monitors just don't seem to want to stay or fit in my ears comfortably.  Should also mention the C5's appeal to me because of the mic and in line controls for Apple devices.  A great deal of my listening is done using my iPhone 5.  Any recommendations would be greatly apprectiated.   I do have a birthday coming up this Friday