Hung0702
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I'm getting a pair of Shure E4 (SCL4) from GuitarCenter ($80!). The most expensive buds I've ever gotten are $70 iM616. I'm 18, a student, and have never been one to spend frivously. Thus, my experience with quality audio equipment is extremely limited. My financial aid check is still plenty fat, and I figured that having saved so much on a great deal, I'd get an amp and/or attenuator.
Herein lies the problem: I don't know how either affects the sound. An attenuator makes the buds harder to drive and reduce sibilance. An amp strengthens the signal and makes stuff louder... ...ok, so what do that mean in terms of treble, mids, and bass? What about clarity and response? How are they affected?
I'm not a basshead, but I definitely prefer a bit more bass than the E4s have, both in quality an quantity. Can an amp or attenuator make the sound warmer or fuller? What kind of setup would you recommend? I'd prefer to leave the equalizer on neutral to cut down on distortion.
What kind of mods do most people make with the E4s? NOTE: I won't change the cables, and have no experience in soldering.
I'd appreciate any tutorial or articles links as well! I looking for information more about the theory and science behind audio equipment more than actual product reviews. Take your time, I don't get the buds until after New Years (backordered)!
Herein lies the problem: I don't know how either affects the sound. An attenuator makes the buds harder to drive and reduce sibilance. An amp strengthens the signal and makes stuff louder... ...ok, so what do that mean in terms of treble, mids, and bass? What about clarity and response? How are they affected?
I'm not a basshead, but I definitely prefer a bit more bass than the E4s have, both in quality an quantity. Can an amp or attenuator make the sound warmer or fuller? What kind of setup would you recommend? I'd prefer to leave the equalizer on neutral to cut down on distortion.
What kind of mods do most people make with the E4s? NOTE: I won't change the cables, and have no experience in soldering.
I'd appreciate any tutorial or articles links as well! I looking for information more about the theory and science behind audio equipment more than actual product reviews. Take your time, I don't get the buds until after New Years (backordered)!