[kckc]

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I recabled my Westone 3 after the right channel decided to pack up. Now it's still working fine after 4 years.
 
 

 
Any sonic differences you've noticed compared to the original westone cable? 
 
My W3's cable has been getting stiffer (probably as a result of sweat) and I'm considering doing a similar mod to make the cables removable. 

 

[lordnikon]

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Any sonic differences you've noticed compared to the original westone cable? 
 
My W3's cable has been getting stiffer (probably as a result of sweat) and I'm considering doing a similar mod to make the cables removable. 

 
Actually there was quite a difference. The vocals are crisper, more forward. Bass I couldn't tell a difference....if I used a blend of silver and copper wire, I could tune it for more bass.

 

[davidcotton]

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Any sonic differences you've noticed compared to the original westone cable? 
 
My W3's cable has been getting stiffer (probably as a result of sweat) and I'm considering doing a similar mod to make the cables removable. 

btg-audio could probably help you there.
 
cheers

 

[Uruha]

Wow that mod is sweet!

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

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I recabled my Westone 3 after the right channel decided to pack up. Now it's still working fine after 4 years.
 
 
Removable cable mod

 
Silver cables
 

 
Wow, very nice!  I've love to have that on my W3.

 

[bhaskarjyotik]

Could anyone recommend a pair of ear guides that go well with the W3s?
 
How well will these work? The W3 cables are thinner than Phonak cables.
http://www.audeoworld.com/en/US/Products/Parts/Siliconeearguides.htm

 

[Uruha]

So my W3 decided it wanted to develop a crack 2 months after my warranty is over. I wish Westone didn't have to charge so much for a replacement, but I guess this little guy had to cost something to make... GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!

 

[Technocrafts]

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So my W3 decided it wanted to develop a crack 2 months after my warranty is over. I wish Westone didn't have to charge so much for a replacement, but I guess this little guy had to cost something to make... GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!

 
Was it after two years? I'm noticing the cable on mine around the ear is getting stiffer, after only a year and very light use, no gym.
I'm curious whether these can be re-cabled locally, and what is the cost. I was under the false impression that the cables on the westies would outlive the monitors...Guess not!

 

[Uruha]

My cable has been fine, but the body is getting worse. I do not know what I can do to stop them from cracking more...
other than not using them. At this point both sides have developed cracks. I think it might have something to do with me pushing them into my ear with the UM56. It started after I got them.
 

 

[Technocrafts]

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My cable has been fine, but the body is getting worse. I do not know what I can do to stop them from cracking more...
other than not using them. At this point both sides have developed cracks. I think it might have something to do with me pushing them into my ear with the UM56. It started after I got them.
 

Wow, this is the weirdest structural failure I've ever seen...Chinese made quality I'd say! At one point I was contemplating selling mine and get a pair of UM3X, mainly because those are US made. Unfortunately at the moment I can't afford to make the move...

 

[Uruha]

I (think I) found out why they have been cracking! I believe the cause is due to the force created when the cable gets caught on something. This force pulls the shell upwards while still ankered to your ear, causing the shell to split.

 

[stefanolandesca]

hey guys, just a quick question. Would these be good for metal/rock? I listen to a lot of metal like Gojira, Kreator, Children of Bodom, Krisiun, etc.. and was wondering if these woud fit the bill. Or will i be better off with a Sony MDR7550(ex800st)? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks guys!

 

[Uruha]

These are very versatile and I think everything will sound great through them. They are modern metal bands that benefit from the slight mid-bass hump the W3 has. I feel metal is more enjoyable when it is fun sounding. With Comply tips the bass kicks are very strong (from memory). Without the Comply, it is very balanced. Everything comes out nice and clear. If you want something where the bass kick kicks you in the face, though, I don't think the W3 will offer that. Sometimes I like that powerful bass in my metal songs.

 

[stefanolandesca]

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These are very versatile and I think everything will sound great through them. They are modern metal bands that benefit from the slight mid-bass hump the W3 has. I feel metal is more enjoyable when it is fun sounding. With Comply tips the bass kicks are very strong (from memory). Without the Comply, it is very balanced. Everything comes out nice and clear. If you want something where the bass kick kicks you in the face, though, I don't think the W3 will offer that. Sometimes I like that powerful bass in my metal songs.

Thanks bro. does the midbass hump not making the details drown out? im quite worried about that.Do you recommend the Westone 3 over other westone universals for metal and edm? I laso heard that it is very tip dependent. 

 

[davidcotton]

Me am sad.  Left ear piece has decided to go so the bass is much lighter now.  Still I guess that's what happens when you leave them in your coat pocket and that gets put in the wash