Customer Reviews:
 Awesome headphones September 30, 2008
This is my first pair of ear canal headphones. I was skeptical that there could be SOOO much difference between regular earbuds/headphones and a pair of these. I knew Shure had a great reputation, but had no idea they were this good.
Part of the improved listening experience comes from the design. Since these fit into the ear canal instead of over the ear or in the ear cavity, they bock out most of the sound from outside. This makes the sound from the earphones much clearer and allow you to get incredible sound quality at lower volumes.
The other thing that makes these earphones better is the design and quality. They have gold-plated connectors and awesome sounding drivers. You get 9 sleeves to choose from, so fit is perfect. In fact, if you see a review that says they don't sound/fit right, that person is undeniably using the wrong ear pieces. They even have stick on wax shields to screen the electronics from ear wax.
The first time I watched a movie, I couldn't believe these sit in your ear canal, but allow you to hear in surround sound! Another note, I had to adjust the eq on my mp3 player, because these are so awesome. You will be amazed at how much range they have on every band of the eq.
At first it took me a day or two to get used to how you put them in. The cord goes over the ear from the back and the driver housing fits perfectly in your ear cavity. The sleeve (ear piece) fits just inside the ear canal. The first couple of times you have to adjust them to get the right seal. If they aren't in all the way, the sound will be "tinny" like there isn't enough bass. You'll see reviews that say they don't have enough bass - this is why I tell you that person isn't wearing them correctly, because when you get the tip sealed right the bass BOOMS. It takes a little practice. After putting them in and taking them out a few times, I can get them in and sealed almost as easy as putting in those crappy earbuds I used to use.
Don't sweat the price, you will be happy. I am a notoriously cheap and these cost a lot to me. My only regret is that I didn't buy them years ago. I can only imagine how good the earphones are that cost twice or 3X as much.
 Nice September 26, 2008
These headphones are "nice." Their sounds is somewhat lacking, but it feels good in my ears and are WAY better than the stock phones you get with the iphone.
 Quit Working after about 6 months September 22, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Again, (this is the second pair in a year) the sounds quality was awesome until the left one quit working. Sound comes in and out if I move even the slightest bit. If I hold the part where the one wire splits into two - it quits going in and out - but you shouldn't have to do that. I agree with the other reviewers that say the reason for all the positive responses are people write these when they first get them. There are plenty of other decent earphones that wont break so early.
Excellent for the business traveller September 16, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've owned these headphones for about a year now, and purchased them when they were at the $99 price point. I use them mainly for business trips, and have been very pleased. The sound quality is excellent, they block most but not all of the airplane noise even though they are not necessarily active noise canceling headphones. I have used them with the iPod, iPhone, and PSP with no crackling or other issues. They are the first headphones I have used that allowed me to hear the PSP on a plane, which is quite an accomplishment. They are very durable, the case is great, and the assortment of tips for a personalized fit is great. My only negative impression is that the replacement tips can be hard to find, and are ridiculously expensive.
Well worth the purchase, despite the frayed cord in the end August 31, 2008
I first bought these earphones about a year ago to listen to my ipod on my commute to work (why anyone uses those ipod earbuds is beyond me).
PROS:
- These fit nice and snug...it's just a matter of trying out each of the different sleeves to get the right fit for you.
- Sound isolation is great once you find the right fit. It allows me to be at peace with my music and tune out people on the bus.
- Sound quality is great. I've used various earphones and the sound quality on these is the best by far. With my old earphones, I had to turn up the volume to at least 50% to get decent sound...now I can get the same sound at 25% and less.
CONS:
- After about a year and a half of frequent, yet careful use (1 hour a day, 5 days a week), one of the wires became frayed. Right now, it's surgically enhanced with electrical tape but still works. It's only a matter of time before it goes dead.
- Getting the earphones to fit in the case is cumbersome.
- Wax build-up gets on the earphones. They come with wax guards but once you run out you'll have to buy replacements, which are more expensive then they should be.
These earphones were $100 when I first bought them. Now that the price is around $60, they're a steal. I would've given 5 stars if it weren't for the frayed cord after a year and a half of use.
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