Reddit Reddit reviews Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver

We found 70 Reddit comments about Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver. Here are the top ones, ranked by their Reddit score.

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Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver
“-CL” designates the product’s color variation (clear).Evolved from personal monitor technology that's been road-tested by pro musicians, the SE215 offers detailed sound with enhanced bass for personal listening or professional monitoring.Comfortable sound isolating sleeves block up to 37 dB of ambient noise. Sound isolation technology prevents outside noise from interfering with your listening experience, whether on-stage or on-the-go.Lightweight, low-profile shape with optimized nozzle angle is designed to rest comfortably in the ear.Durable reinforced cable allows easy replacement or customization. Formable wire ensures secure placement, and over-the-ear configuration keeps cables out of the way. Gold plated MMCX Connector has a lock-snap mechanism allowing 360-degree rotation for comfortable fit.Fit Kit includes three sizes (S, M, L) of the flex and black foam sleeves. Experiment with the size and style that creates the best fit for you. A good seal is key to optimizing sound isolation and bass response as well as maximizing comfort during extended wear.A soft-zip, compact carrying case is included to provide a convenient, tangle-free solution to store and travel with your earphones.Wireless SE215 earphones (with a Bluetooth communication cable) are also available. Sold separately in 4 colors (Clear: SE215-CL-BT1, Black: SE215-K-BT1, Blue: SE215SPE-B-BT1, White: SE215SPE-W-BT1).
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70 Reddit comments about Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver:

u/Bulldogvaio · 9 pointsr/headphones

I don't know much about headphones. Just lurking trying to learn, but when comes to price (via Amazon) their is a price difference. The Shure SE215 are 99.99 USD and the Audio-Technica ATH-IM70 are 130.99 USD. Why is it worth the $30 extra price tag?

You can't just say

> Because they're better

You have to list ways that they're better. And the only reason I know you're right is because I googled and found a post.

> My IM70 arrived Tuesday, first impressions are very good
> Due to the square profile they will not fit the at-hpp33 case but my Shure SE215 do so I swapped cases
> Unfortunately I broke my arm on Monday so the full SE215 vs IM70 contest will have to wait a while
> Pre burn in the IM70 beat the SE215 in detail and clarity easily the IM70 is all round a much higher quality sound
> I have run them direct from an Ipod classic which powers them easily, through my full triple stack classic-clas-fireyeHD they really lift to a higher level coming close to my Ety er4s
> Output impedance does not appear to be an issue I cannot detect any problem areas in the spectrum with the Fireye HD and it has a rated output impedance of 10Ohms
> Fit is good the included T500 are a little small but they do not seem to be overly seal sensitive I have some large T500 on the way so will report back on any difference

-Dogmatrix on Head-Fi.org

EDIT @ 15:18:01 GMT-0400 (Eastern Daylight Time): Sorry if I sound hostile.

u/josecouvi · 7 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Here's a few that are in your price range and pretty well known for their durability:

Beyerdynamic DT 770

Sony MDR 7506 (Also check for the price on the V6 as they're both very similar and just as durable)

AKG K240

Shure SE215

u/Iceclimber11 · 7 pointsr/headphones

It looks like its only for the clear ones https://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-K-Isolating-Earphones-MicroDriver/dp/B004PO10E2?th=1
Edit: and the discount really only makes them almost the same price as the black pair. http://i.imgur.com/dAd1yrV.jpg

u/birdcar · 7 pointsr/BuyItForLife

Ok, so based on the suggestions you've gotten so far, my suggestion might be too expensive. Having said that, I'd still like to make the case for them.

The headphones you should buy are the Shure SE215s.

Now, before you look at the $99 price tag and completely balk at them, let me explain why you should consider them.

First, comfort. Shure manufactures several sizes and types of cushioned ear tip sleeves. This means that you can find a size and type that works best for your ears and gives you the most comfort with the best possible seal. If you're anything like me and you live in your headphones, this is massively important.

Second, sound quality. This is a professional pair of headphones. Sure, they're definitely on the entry level side of things if you're talking to an audiophile. But if you're coming from Apple headphones they will reveal parts of your music that you've never heard before and might be good enough to shatter you emotionally for a while.* If comfort matters, then so does the actual quality of the thing you're listening for.

Finally, and most importantly, the cable is detachable, replaceable, and damn near indestructible. This means that while your initial investment is higher than it would be for a pair of skull candies, you make up for it by actually being able to repair the headphones long term. Additionally, you shouldn't have to replace the cable that often, it's kevlar reinforced and can survive almost anything you throw at it. The pair I currently own I've had for almost 3 years now, and I've only had to replace the cable once (which I did for ~30 dollars).

If your goal is to buy it for life, I honestly can't recommend the SE215s enough.

u/geegeegeegeebaby · 6 pointsr/singapore

>Headphones

I'm tempted to get a pair of Axent Wears, but I'm nowhere stylish ^^nor ^^cute enough to pull off the look.

Honestly, "gaming" headphones aren't renowned for sound quality. IMHO, it's better to get an affordable pair of audiophile high quality earphones like the MylarOne Bijous/Westone UMPro10s/Shure SE215s and then get an attached microphone (Zalman and Modmic are good choices for those). This is purely my opinion though :)

Regardless, Black Friday is coming up, so keep a lookout on Amazon for good deals!

u/mets233 · 6 pointsr/headphones

I don't have these, but loved the Shure SE215-CL before they broke on me. It's a cheaper version of the 535s, instead of triple drivers, it has a single driver. It's also on sale for $89, which is a much better price point =)

u/tielknight · 5 pointsr/buildapcsales

More fitting at /r/bapcsalescanada , looks to be a alright price for it being in CA.

edit : This should take you to the $99 listing, the one OP posted takes you to a $125 listing.

http://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B004PO10E2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB

u/novel__ · 4 pointsr/truetf2

A good pair of headphones and a microphone (separate)

I just like the peace of mind that comes with being able to hear spies decloak behind you, footsteps, and clearer voices.

Also, better music listening, of course.

When you're in a Mumble, you really want to get a clear representation of what someone's saying, so you spend less time deciphering it and more time acting on calls. The microphone is to make the same thing easier for your teammates.

If you're hearing "push now" instead of "don't push," and your mic is extremely unclear, all because you've got a pair of crappy earbuds, you're not going to last long without frustrating everyone, including yourself. Even worse, you're using speakers.

I'd recommend these for headphones, since you don't like over-ears. They are IEMS, meaning there will basically be zero background noise. At the same time, they have the same profile as earbuds, so glasses are more comfortable.

I'd also recommend this for a great high-value mic. It's a cardoid mic, meaning it won't pick up anything outside of a short cone (pointed at your face, of course), lessening background noise.

While we're on the whole philosophy of "reducing background noise," try to cut down on distractions on your desk. Take papers and everything else not essential away from your field of view. Folders, drawers, whatever. Flashing lights are also really annoying. The purpose of this is to make sure nothing has your focus at the moment but the game itself. It should be you and the monitor, not the monitor, strobe lights, and late homework everywhere.

While 120hz monitors, great mice, keyboards, and other upgrades might help, they will not be as helpful as complete immersion in the game. And that's something that is most easily done through audio, because it doesn't matter what monitor you have if your parrot is screaming his head off.

u/Lightalife · 4 pointsr/drums

I'm going to go ahead and link to a bookmarked post i have for playing live. Great great advice from /u/champaignthrowaway. His original post that can be seen here is locked, but toss him an upvote for the great guide if you see him around.

> Nutshell guide to IEMs for drummers:

> The most affordable way into it is a pair of Shure SE215s. They are inexpensive, sound very good in comparison to any normal consumer earbud on the market, and the generic fit actually does work 90% as well for most people. I use the foam tips on mine and they isolate completely and have never fallen out. They don't sound quite as good as full blown, custom molded, dual/triple/quad driver IEMS, but stuff like that is more in the $400-800 range and these are a measly hundred bucks. These come in clear or black, but obviously clear is the only real option since it looks so much more expensive and professional (haha).

>
Moving into the custom realm, things can get pricey very quickly but it is absolutely worth it if you're going to use them a lot (bear in mind as well that you can use these for just listening to music and stuff too). The most affordable custom option that I'm aware of is taking your pair of Shure SE215s and having Sensaphonics make a set of custom sleeves for them. To get them made, you need to have impressions taken either by a local audiologist (any doctor who makes hearing aids can do this for you for a low fee) or by actually going into Sensaphonics in Chicago for a consultation. They'll take the impressions, help you figure out what you want exactly, and do a very extensive hearing test for you.

> Custom molds will fit well for anywhere from 3-10 years from what I can tell. Your ears do actually keep growing throughout your entire life. If you're a teenager you'll probably have to have them refitted after a few years. If you're older, the growth is very slight and they'll probably fit comfortably for a very long time.

>
InEarz and 1964 are other popular companies that make a good product. Personally I prefer Sensaphonics because they are, as far as I know, the only company making them with 100% silicone, which is extremely soft and comfortable. The downside is that Sensaphonics is a bit more expensive than most other options. You honestly can't even feel them in your ear after a few minutes. Generic fit IEMs and custom molds made from harder materials usually get uncomfortable after thirty or forty minutes.

> If you want to use them live, there are some things to keep in mind. Firstly, it is of vital importance to have some sort of body pack with a volume control and a built in limiter. You are putting these things inside your freaking ears and giving some stranger behind the board control over what sound they make. If you have no safety measures in place and the engineer brainfarts out and grabs the wrong aux send, you are going to have a very, very bad night. You can seriously hurt yourself that way. Most sound guys wouldn't even agree to give you an IEM mix without you having a personal limiter of some sort, but it's worth mentioning because there are some idiots out there. I recommend the Behringer P1 bodypack. There are nicer options out there, but the P1 is cheap, simple to use, and will get you up and running.

>
Secondly, it will be a bit of an awkward adjustment period especially if you are not in a position where your band is running it's own monitor mix (and if you are in a band like that, you're probably not reading this because you already know all of this stuff). Some engineers will know how to deal with IEMs and can give you a good mix complete with ambient/crowd noise, some will just throw everything up to the same level and leave you in some weird sounding isolated freakish space. At smaller venues that don't mic everything you'll obviously be missing some stuff. Not having overheads is weird - unless you get a lot of cymbal bleed through your other mics you might tend to over crash. Some live engineers like to gate the hell out of all the mics as well, which exaggerates the problem. It just takes some getting used to. You know how vastly different a show feels when your monitors and stage sound are good compared to when they are shitty? Yeah, well your monitors are now inside your freaking head and everything is even more exaggerated. So communicate a lot with your sound guy/girl and hopefully they will do you right. Oh, and at least once you're going to stand up and walk away from the kit without remembering to unplug and you'll probably knock something over or damage a cable. Live and learn, haha.

> * Last small thing - if everything goes right you'll have an awesome IEM mix at your show. That's awesome. That also means you'll probably hear every single mistake your bandmates make. So be ready for that, so that you don't get thrown off or make a funny face when the guitarist botches a note or the singer is half a step off.

> edit: Thanks for gold, kind stranger. If the mod/s want this in the sidebar or something that's fine by me. Somebody let me know if that happens and I'll clean it up a little bit.

u/williamthebastardd · 3 pointsr/UBC

I'd recommend the Shure SE215.

It's decent for the price, it stays on pretty well even when you do exercise and in my experience, the noise isolation is pretty good.

I actually have the special edition (blue one) and I hear that it has slightly stronger bass compared to the regular black or clear ones.

EDIT: Woops, sorry, I misread the post and just realized that you were looking for headphones and not earbuds. I think in-ear earbuds are more suitable for travelling with because they're smaller and lighter, whereas headphones tend to be bulky and heavier to bring around. I'd save the headphones for home use and get a decent pair of in-ear earbuds for going to class. Headphones also tend to have a lot of sound 'leakage' when you play music, so that may be a disturbance to other people around you when you're studying in the library. In-ear earbuds have less 'leakage' when you play music, if that's something you want to consider.

u/tcookc · 3 pointsr/WeAreTheMusicMakers

I use the same ones and never have any slippage: SE215

u/ThePandemonium · 3 pointsr/formula1

You are going to want something that goes properly deep in side your ear. I don't know what your budget is, but in terms of sound isoloation, Etymotic is the best there is.

http://www.amazon.com/Etymotic-Research-Noise-Isolating-Earphones/dp/B003S3RFJ0/ref=sr_1_8?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376231272&sr=1-8&keywords=etymotic

This is their entry level earbud, just warning you they will take a while to get used to because they go so deep into your ear. If the depth is something you are not looking forward to, you can sacrifice alittle isolation for the foam ear tips they provide or you can step to Shure.

http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Sound-Isolating-Earphones/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1376231486&sr=1-2&keywords=Shure

The Shures will be much more comfortable and isolate just as much. Like I said though, I don't know what your budget is, so I do not know what you want. These are two more hardcore earbuds and will work for everyday use also because they sound great.

Source: I own both the Etymotic ER4P and Shure SE535

u/zakool21 · 3 pointsr/applehelp

Return them and buy something better quality that actually goes a bit farther into your ear canal. For $80 these are total shit and you should get some Shure IEMs instead:

http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Sound-Monitor-Clear/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1346278059&sr=8-1&keywords=shure+SE

You'll never have such issues with these.

u/justikowski · 3 pointsr/ipadmusic

Look for some in-ear monitors. They’ll give you a truer mix than any earbuds.

These are a classic choice. I use a pair of these and have been happy with them

u/i_have_a_gub · 3 pointsr/AskSF

Yep, I have a pair of Shure SE215s and they work great.

u/lipton_tea · 3 pointsr/motorcycles

Shure SE215 changed my life. They reduce road noise so you don’t go deaf and can listen to music/podcast at a reasonable volume. I plug them into a Sena/Cardo which pairs with a phone.

u/Jib_ · 3 pointsr/Fitness

These are rated very high for budget headphones: https://www.amazon.com/SoundMAGIC-Isolating-Earbuds-Earphones-Headphones/dp/B078RJ8BZP/ I dont own any, but if I were to buy a new pair of throwaway headphones I'd try those.

Personally I use these https://www.amazon.com/MEE-audio-Universal-Fit-Noise-Isolating-Detachable/dp/B00SLVB71Q/ for the gym, as I don't mind them being a bit bright, and I really like having the option to replace the cable.

I use these at home / when sleeping: https://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Isolating-Earphones-MicroDriver/dp/B004PO10E2/ Also come with detachable cable, still in the budget range.

Both of the last two you can buy a bluetooth cable for, but honestly, the main reason headphones break is the cable, and when you can buy a replacement one for like 10 USD it's no big deal to have them wired, and it avoids the need to charge things.

u/icanhazaspergers · 2 pointsr/Anxiety

I have a pair of these.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004PO10E2/ref=mp_s_a_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1493591454&sr=8-12&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=in+ear+monitors

Of course, you have to collect some good relaxing music or other sounds to play through them, but they essentially are earplugs with earbuds built in. I wouldn't sleep with them if you live alone, you'd want to hear the smoke detector go off, for instance, but they're relatively comfortable to sleep with. I also have anxiety from sounds I can't control, I have these in more than I have them out.

u/therandomdude69 · 2 pointsr/GlobalOffensive

SE215's

IE60's

A final recommendation I might have... use your normal earbuds and just put earmuffs on over them (like noise reduction gun range type for 30 decibel reduction) It is much cheaper :)

u/thehomie · 2 pointsr/motorcycles

Shure SE215

I can't believe no one's mentioned Shure. So much bang for your buck.

u/wayfareralex · 2 pointsr/drums

My personal experience on the subject: If you're going with maximum hearing protection (just jamming) there's absolutely nothing that'll block more sound than your standard foam earplugs (up to 37db). As for equipment you can play a clicktrack or a song through, I have tried numerous headphones (vic firth, extreme isolation,.. ) and NONE of them provided enough isolation for me to properly hear the clicktrack or nuances in a song.

If you want to play to a clicktrack or a song I would suggest going for in-ears. I recently bought these and haven't looked back since: http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Sound-Monitor-Clear/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1342337766&sr=8-2&keywords=shure+se215

They isolate sound quite like earplugs would (due to the foam tip) and the clarity of the music is phenomenal for a sub 100$ earphones. If you ask me, in-ears are the only proper way to listen to music or a click track while playing.

u/HipHopHistoryGuy · 2 pointsr/drums

These work perfectly. Great sound and drowns out abundant noise.
Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_8WJKDbSJ3BXSW

u/Alkalilee · 2 pointsr/drums

I think it's easier if I just explain what I use.

My drums are mic'ed into the Scarlett 18i20 interface which offers output mixing through its software. I then have my DAW (Reaper) recording while the interface sends the raw signal into a mixer which sits next to the kit (this one). I can then run another output from the PC with the track/click I'm recording to, and mix those two signals accordingly. I then use these in ear monitors which do a good job of blocking out my drums' acoustics and let me listen to just the mix at whatever volume I'm comfortable with.

Pretty simple setup.

u/chaosisbeautiful · 2 pointsr/solotravel

I've been using these about a year now. I travel a lot and these have been the best I've found. I keep them in my ears even when not listening to music. They are a little pricey but worth it.

u/TheBeatCollector · 2 pointsr/TheWeeknd

These Shure SE215s sound really great for $100. The style of them is a little different than typical ear buds. They're in-ear monitors made for professional use.

u/apiffany · 2 pointsr/Nexus6P
u/cjcdrum · 2 pointsr/drums

Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cifxDbM7C3NYH

These are the ones I picked up. There’s plenty of cheaper options out there, but I wanted ones that would perform well in a live setting and would also last a while.

u/nakon14 · 2 pointsr/Fitness

Shure SE215s

Awesome fit, excellent sound quality, and the cable is replaceable! They're a bit more expensive than a lot of the other options listed here at $100, but they're honestly worth it. I've had my current pair for about 2 1/2 years now and they're still going strong!

u/Neurotikitty · 2 pointsr/misophonia

Actually, the best in-ear buds I've ever used for sound isolation are Shure earbuds. My husband and I play in a hard rock band, and we use these for in ear monitors in practice and on stage. When I have them on, even if there's nothing coming through, I can barely hear anything. They are not active noise cancelling, but they are excellent at isolating sound and they are a little cheaper. Just something to try out as an alternative. :)

Edit: I also get a lot of mileage out of my ~$15 JVC marshmallow buds for office settings. They're really not bad, sound quality wise, for the price. However, they're only useful when music is on. They do muffle external sounds fairly well, but not completely.

u/foxtrotgulf · 1 pointr/tinnitus

Another thing I would look for in headphones is noise isolation. This way you can keep the volume of what you are listening to at a minimum. I have worn these headphones on flights before and find that as long as you use the foam inserts they do a pretty good job at attenuating the noise of the plane. Biggest downside is that I can't hear the flight attendants or PA announcements with them in.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004PO10E2/

u/PayEmmy · 1 pointr/ChronicPain

I'm not sure what your version of "affordable" is (true noise-canceling headphones/earbuds can be very expensive). I currently use the Bose QuiteComfort 20 noise-canceling earbuds. I think they're pretty awesome.

I was using Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones and Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear earbuds. I use them mostly at work after we were moved from a building with individual offices to a building with god-awful cubicles. I use them with my phone to listen to music. Even with quiet music playing, I think the Sennheiser and Shure noise-isolating earbuds are almost as effective at drowning out office noise as the noise-canceling Bose earbuds are. Without music playing through them, though, the actual noise-canceling feature on the Bose is great.

I've seen advertisements and reviews pop up recently for "high-tech" earplugs recommended for people who sleep with a snorer. The reviews seem to be great for many of them, and they were all around $25-35/pair, so they're a lot less expensive than something you can connect to a phone or other device.

u/not-brodie · 1 pointr/headphones

check out the shure se215.

they wrap around your ears, plus they come with 6 different tips (S/M/L silicone, S/M/L foam). not to mention, they sound great

u/I3ombastic · 1 pointr/motorcycles

I was debating this same thing but decided to get some noise cancelling earbuds instead. Mostly because I was spooked by tons of sena reviewers saying the speakers were way too quiet. Worth checking out if you don't need the walkie talkie features of the sena.

I got a pair of these, they don't fall out of my ears when I put my helmet on, and they cut out wind noise just as good as earplugs. Even with my phone volume at only 25% I can hear it perfectly.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004PO10E2/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

u/raffletime · 1 pointr/livesound

I've had my pair of Shure SE215's for a couple years and they've done me well.

u/IDontWantToArgueOK · 1 pointr/gaming

$100

$10

There's a world of difference between the two, for one the $100 pair has all replaceable parts and much better drivers.

And just a heads up, the cable on either might be a bit short.

u/Terror_Bear · 1 pointr/jungle

>Holy smoke! That price :D

I understand completely, it's a big investment for something you jam in your ear holes. If by chance you did talk yourself into it, I can vouch for the sound quality of these things. Where most earbuds emulate a noise that's kinda bass like, these things deliver actual bass.

They do it so well that I can't turn up my MP3 player past a volume level of 2 with them in. The shure earbuds I can comfortably listen to at 6-8.

Heads up, don't follow any product links from that amazon page, or you're gonna find out that $180 in the world of high end audio is hardly even an entry price.

>Atm my main plan is though Sony MDR EX650AP but just an idea atm, do you know if their good?

My only experience with Sony products in the last 10-15 years is in regards to their monitoring headphones for mixing.

I've owned the MDR-V700DJ, and the MDR-V900's, I have no complaints about either set, and would recommend them, but I don't imagine that info is much help in your want to know about sony earbuds.

Shure makes a pair around the same price point as your Sonys, and they make great stuff.

The only thing I would say about Shure is that the bass definition leaves a bit to be desired, but the overall fidelity is amazing.

Another cool thing about Shure earbuds is that you can replace the cable if it gets jacked up. You pop off the drivers, and a new cord plugs right in, no tools needed.

u/knaekce · 1 pointr/AskTechnology

cable break.
The wire is quite thin, and most people don't tread their headphones well.

My solution:
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Sound-Isolating-Earphones/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1374352379&sr=1-2&keywords=se215+shure
Headphones with a exchangeable cable. They are quite expensive, though.

u/Airhead72 · 1 pointr/motorcycles

I ride with some buds that block the wind noise very well using some foamy tips, and then you can listen to music without your ears getting blasted. It makes such a huge difference on a longer ride, don't get tired as easily. I know one time I got off the bike before I started using them and everything was temporarily quiet, like in war movies after a blast goes off. Knew then that I was f-ing up my hearing.

The Shure SE-215 earbuds are what I use. Unfortunately I also had to buy a separate cable to get the inline pause/skip/volume control. I want the phone in my pocket, not on the bars.

I also had a decent experience with the Mee M6 Pro if you want to save a few bucks, but the foamies that came with them fell apart in less than a year, the Shure's seem more durable. Probably cheap to replace. It did come with two cables in the box though, one with the inline controls.

u/0___--_______0 · 1 pointr/DIY

I'm planning on buying these Shure SE215 CL earphones, and I want to paint the transparent ones to look like these ones. It doesn't need to look exactly like those but I want it to be similar.

Thanks!

u/BigOrangeSky · 1 pointr/drums

In ears are not that far out of budget, honestly. I am a drummer in a similar set up and I use this headphone amp ($50). You have to run a LINE level signal (not amplified) out of the board, so you'll need a free aux output.

next question is headphones. At first I was using my normal ear buds (klipsch S4) and those were OK - sometimes played with one in, one out. Other times I used various over the ear cans I had. Basically you just need a little extra, you don't need 100% awesome sound.

I recently got sure 215's ($90), which are awesome for my needs. they block out even more sound - which makes it more important to get a good mix.

So thats what I use, and what I'd recommend.

However, nothing wrong with using a monitor wedge, if that works better for you. I'd be most concerned about my hearing - IEMs keep lots of the sound out, and total volume a lot lower.

u/glassd · 1 pointr/headphones

Shit is getting expensive here. I managed to buy my pair of m50x for 120 not that long ago on amazon.ca. But I doubt you will be able to find them for that price now.

I can list a few options for you based on popular products.

Closed headphones:

Sennheiser HD 280 PRO
They are 112 right now, so a good deal. The only thing with them is that they are super analytical, so they have a very flat response.


Audio Technica ATH-M40X
The little borther to the m50x. Still a good pair of cans. A little less bass but still have the same sound stage as the m50x. Going for 130.

Open Headphones:

Audio Technica ATH-AD500x
These are a no brainier if you want them for gaming. Open sound stage really makes for good location accuracy. Still great sound quality for other uses. They are super open, so they won't be good for walking around. 130.

In Ear:

RHA MA750
No one will argue with these. They sound amazing, come with all the tips you could want. Have a great sound stage for in ears. A little pricey at 150 but so worth it.

Shure SE215
I loved these. I used them until they fell apart, then I upgraded to the MA750. Warm mid forward sound. I would recommend getting some comply tips for them. They go for 125.

u/maltawind · 1 pointr/headphones

Haven't used them myself, but they seem to have gotten high marks from users on "head-fi".

http://www.head-fi.org/t/733283/new-sennheiser-momentum-in-ear/390

On Amazon they're currently selling for $99.95 so they'd be cheaper than the three I mentioned, esp. the SE315.

Some notes (sorry if you've found out this stuff about them already):

u/Mephiska · 1 pointr/headphones

Klipsch Image s4 - $56 - recomended these to a coworker and he loves them. edit: forgot to mention said co-worker is 6'3" so I know the cord on these is long enough.

HiFiMan RE0 - $79 - Phenomenal sound but will require a small amp like a FiiO E5 to get the best out of them, otherwise you'll think they lack bass. I own them and keep them at work. Cord is pretty long, longer for sure than my panasonic hje900's or Audio Technica CK10's.

Shure SE115 - $69.99 - I haven't tried these but I have owned Shure e3c's in the past and love them, and can attest to their quality.

Shure SE215 - $90 - These are quite popular and the price is fantastic. They're the direct step up to the SE115 and have the added bonus of a detachable cable. Shure usually bundles nice accessories with their headphones, multiple tip styles, a case...

Etymotic ER7 - $75 - Great sound, clear and well defined. They've also got inline ipod/iphone controls if you have that. Decent bass. Nice accessories and extra tips, 2 year warranty.

But also check the IEM's reviewed link. That's a TOME and has almost every earbud worth talking about covered.

u/DJChasma · 1 pointr/Earphones

Shure IEM's are what I used to use playing drums on stage, they're great at cancelling noise out, and they have a whole range of quality options available. Will edit with link.

EDIT: the Shure SE series is what I would recommend. Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_idWNAbD04A73Y

u/DrHerbst · 1 pointr/headphones

Hey, i consider to buy the Shure SE215-CL iems. What portable amp/dac would be the best to go with? under 100€
Thanks in advance

u/BananasApeUnicorn · 1 pointr/headphones

The Klipsch S4 is bassy with a warm sound signature, be sure to check those out. Although, for an extra $20 above your budget, you could get the Shure SE215, which also has a warm signature.

u/codyy5 · 1 pointr/AmItheAsshole

NTA

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however, taking a pricey[not actually expensive headphones, look up sennheiser etc] or flashy item like that to place where other people would consider that pricey would make you more likely to be a victim of theft. It may be better for you to leave them home.

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get some earbuds or something more inconspicuous. That doesn't mean you need to sacrifice sound quality. For example get some soundmagic E10 one very very good pair of earbuds for the price, definitely better than any beats products. or if you have money gert some shure or mee in ear monitors.

u/t-iloverain · 1 pointr/gaybros

Shure They last for at least 10 years, the cables are replace-able because the buds are remove-able. Also, since u can switch cables u can buy a cable with a mic and buttons so u can use it with cellphone. It is really nice for commuting on public transit because u don't have to pull out your music player to change tracks or pause. The sound quality is amazing. They have many different ear-bud models that go all the way up to 1000$, but I only have ever used the 100$ ones.

u/Lagerbottoms · 1 pointr/Psychonaut

I can absolutely recommend Shure in-ear headphones. The sound isn't necessarily warm, it's actually pretty clinical. But it's insanely clear.

When I first got the Se425 I was absolutely shocked and disappointed, because they sounded nothing like my expectations. But after a few days of regular listening I got adjusted and after a few weeks I loved them. I've had them for 2,5 years until the cable broke. I used them a LOT. Multiple times daily, for most days.

The budget option would be the SE215 for 100$ on amazon

the cables are replaceable. I now use my first custom in-ear by The Custom Art(which are the fucking BOMB. warm, crystal-clear, seemingly perfect sound), but will probably at some point get a new cable for my shure.

u/duce190 · 1 pointr/BuyItForLife

Shure SE215-CL Sound Isolating Earphones with Single Dynamic MicroDriver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PO10E2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_kZ9DCb0M0K0X7

Shure SE215-K-BT1 Wireless Sound Isolating Earphones with Bluetooth Enabled Communication Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074QQNY64/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Th-DCbDK6R2FF

Shure RMCE-BT2 High-Resolution Bluetooth 5.0 Communication Cable https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07HYMWSGY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_fi-DCbQY8XCSP

u/drakthorian0294 · 1 pointr/HeadphoneAdvice

These are my suggestions

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In ear:

Shure SE215(Very neutral sound signature they used to be $200 but is now on sale for $99)

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Sennheiser IE60(A warmer relaxing sound signature, you might not get a good seal without third party tips such as comply foam though, but get that and they sound amazing)

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I own both of these. I put comply foam tips on all my IEMs, cause that's what's most comfy to my ears

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Over ear:

Audio Technica M40x(Cold somewhat neutral sounding over ear)

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Sennheiser HD 569(A warmer sound signature but relaxing)

The HD 569s are really comfortable at least to me.

u/intendingtoburn · 1 pointr/financialindependence

I have an extra pair of these brand new in box if you're interested. I can cut a better deal than prime day.

Shures

Although they're probably not very sweat resistant now that I'm thinking about it. I've worked out with them issue free before though.

u/daft357 · 1 pointr/headphones

Budget - $100 - $150

Source - iPhone 5 primary and PC (schiit vali+modi).

Isolation is preferred

On the go headphones

Location - Arizona USA

More interested in universal IEM's.

Past headphones - ATH M50. They sound okay. I would like them to have more deeper bass. DT 990 Pro. Overall sound is great. Sharp highs and mid. Bass is accurate present but not deep. Soundstage is great.

Indie rock, indie pop, electronic music, EDM, deep house, hip-hop, alternative rock, technical heavy metal.

Preferred tonal balance - Warm and clean sounds. Present and somewhat deeper bass. (Not overpowering bass like beats tour) Do not like sharp highs.

Headphones I've discovered so far that might help fit my profile.

Shure Clear SE215 CL The clear body looks awesome but not completely necessary.

RHA MA750i The microphone is a plus.

u/dharmabumzzz · 1 pointr/headphones

After 9 long years with my Sennheiser HD 202s, it's time for a change.

The run down:

  • studying/concentration (noise-cancellation)
  • commutable/portable
  • mic for iPhone

  1. Etymotic's Hf3 @ $150 USD
  2. Shure's SE215 @ $98 w/ mic cable (+$48)
  3. Klipsch's S4i @ $75
u/NewVirtue · 1 pointr/GooglePixel

just remember you get what you pay for:

u/PuppyShy · 1 pointr/headphones

Hello all, wall of text approaching.


Budget - $100-$150 MAX

Source - Retina Macbook Pro, Iphone 4s. No amps here.

Requirements for Isolation - Moderate to High Isolation. I'll use these at work with one headphone in.

Preferred Type of Headphone - IEMs,

Preferred tonal balance - Balanced with a lot of bass/sub bass. (not really balanced I know, but the rest of the tonal range is important to me)

Past headphones - Meelectronics M6P's these have nice bass, but not the best over-all sound quality. Astrotec AX-35. Picked these guys up on a recent Massdrop.The bass is a little flat on these guys, but everything sounds really nice, IMO.

Preferred Music - EDM, Rap, Alternative, Rock, etc. A lot of bass-heavy stuff.


I'm leaning toward the Shure SE215's and the RHA MA750i's. I know I'm looking for clear bass and sub-bass. But mids and highs are important to me too. Some of the pairs I've had in the past will either put bass center stage leaving the mids/highs muddy or distant, or visa versa. I like everything sounding clear with a lot of bass presence.
RHA's warranty is a big plus to me. And I know that the SE215's have been known to fail.

Any thoughts?

Thanks in advance!

u/synrb · 1 pointr/motorcycles

I have a RF1200 and a 10s, the speakers would touch my ears and honestly, they sucked anyways. I ended up getting some headphones that wrap above, then behind the ear so it stays put when I pull the helmet on. I love em.

http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SE215-CL-Isolating-Earphones-MicroDriver/dp/B004PO10E2

u/Krazy-8 · 1 pointr/Music

Grado SR60i's for amazing sound (79 though), comparable to headphones twice its price. If you have to have IEMs the S4s are the best in their price bracket.
If you can stretch the budget by just a little I would get the new Shure SE215s

u/Terry_Pratchett_ · 1 pointr/headphones

For isolation you need IEMs, they are of course lightweight aswell. I don't know what your experiences are with the fit, but usually they come with a lot of different tips so any of those should fit pretty good and tight.

Take a look at the RHA MA750 or Shure SE215 for example, those get recommended a lot.

u/ashowofhands · 1 pointr/CasualConversation

I've got a pair of Shure in-ear monitors that I use on the go, they sound great IMO. Don't get much use since I graduated college, though, since now I drive everywhere instead of walking everywhere, so I don't need headphones on the go very much.

When I'm at home I use these Sony over-ear headphones - they're bulky but they're great...industry-standard for recording studios, many professionals swear by them.

I'm happy with both of these investments after years of having pair after pair of cheaper headphones shit the bed prematurely.

u/maiormat · 1 pointr/headphones

I own a LG V20 which has a Quad DAC. I mainly drive them with my Sennheiser HD 598 and looking for a earbud companion. I mainly listen to hip hop, but I'd like something good across most genres like my 598's. What do you think of these products and how do they compare against eachother?

MEE M6 PRO

ATH E40

Shure SE215

u/Bowsa2511 · 1 pointr/iphone

Ok guys so given the following, which would you choose in terms of performance/price ratio?

u/steviepoo · 1 pointr/motorcycles

Check these out Shure SE215

u/Lucifers_Tits · 1 pointr/headphones

Budget - $100
Source - iPhone, occasionally laptop
Requirements for Isolation - Some (not a priority)
Preferred Type of Headphone - IEM
Preferred tonal balance - Basshead
Past headphones - I've only used Earpods for earphones, but I own and love MDR-XB500's.
Preferred Music - Punk, Pop Punk, Hardcore, Medalcore, Post Hardcore, some Hiphop, and lots of Podcasts.

I've got my eyes set on a set of Shure SE215's or some Bose IE2's. I need the IEM's for working and for my daily jogs. Sound isolation isn't a huge deal for me. I'm not a huge fan of headphones that have the silicone tips. This is where I'm having a dilemma. I really like the shape of the Shures, and my buddy who is a drummer is recommending them to me; but they still have the silicone tip that I'm not a huge fan of. The Bose have an alternative ear tip shape that I like, but they look really big and bulky. What do you guys think? I think I would be happy with either choice, but I think I'm leaning towards the Shures.

u/zebiekste16 · 1 pointr/headphones

Hello,

I've been looking for headphones for two days and the more I look the more confused I get.

I'm listening to music all day and even from-to work. Basically the requirements would be:

  1. budget $100
  2. noise isolating (can't afford active noise cancelling), because don't want to hear the background of my work environment
  3. good bass, since I mostly listen to EDM
  4. easily portable, because I also listen when travelling from-to work

    Also I'm bit afraid of buying IEM, because it might hurt my ears if I listen to music all day long. (correct me if I am wrong).

    I haven't found my perfect headphones yet, but these are my current candidates:

  5. Sennheiser HD 280 Pro Headphones - But the cord is quite big, so there might some mobility issues.

  6. Audio-Technica ATH-M40x - Also big cord, and seems that they have no noise isolation.

  7. Shure SE215 - As I said i'm afraid that IEMs might hurt my ears. And I always had a problem of IEMs fitting real bad in my ears.


    Any suggestions? Maybe anyone know some good non-mainstream alternative? Sorry if this question has been asked thousand times.