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(More customer reviews)BLUF: Best headphone for the money, hands down!!!
I'm no audiophile, but I can tell the difference between a good and bad headphone in terms of bass, mid, and treble performance. This is by far the most balanced pair of headphone in all three categories that are in this price range.
I've been a die-hard Shure fan for years since I bought the Shure E2C (yes, they are the cheapest Shure headphones out there but still good). I also have a pair of Shure SE210 as an upgrade, but actually disappoints. This review will contain comparisons between these headphones.
COMFORT:
Even the best sounding headphones aren't good if they aren't comfortable. The IE6's silicone tips feels very comfortable just like the SE210's foam tips. They are much more comfortable than the E2Cs. I can wear the IE6 all day long and not feel uncomfortable which cannot be said for both (yes, both) the Shures.
CONSTRUCTION:
The IE6 is truly a high quality product in this regard. Plus the Kevlar coating will surely help the durability. I can't say for sure since I only have been using them for a few days, but they certainly feel more sturdy than the SE210s, which the left headphone broke off from the cable after a year's use.
SOUND QUALITY:
The IE6 blows both the Shures out of the water. The sound is very rich with crisp highs and thumping lows that does not overpower. The IE6 sounds much more detailed and more plesant than both the Shures but provide more bass. This was exactly what I was looking for in a new headphone and the IE6 delivers.
I usually listen to a wide variety of songs when I test headphones but I always like to listen to Dave Matthews Band's "Crush" and "Crash Into Me" to listen to how much details the headphones deliver. Shures sound like as if the bass was severely toned down while delivering very clear, crisp sound. The IE6, however, sounds almost like if the band was preforming right in front of me. Not only are the details crisp and clear, but the bass is pleasantly strong. They sound very rich and warm and overall, much better than Shures.
SOUND ISOLATION:
This is one aspect that the Sennheiser loses to Shure, but not by much. Shure's ear-tips are truly like earplugs that fills your ear canal in order to block out all outside noise. The silicone tips from the IE6 are not as effective, but once the music is playing, the difference is minimal under most conditions.
ACCESSORIES:
The IE6 comes with a beautiful brushed aluminum/matte black plastic case. It also comes with a cable clip, ear loop and 6 sets of ear tips. The Shures only come with a decent hard fabric case and an array of ear tips. Both also come with a cleaning tool.
OVERALL:
The Shures are great, but the Sennheiser IE6 is even better. The more I use them, the more I can hear the difference between the two and it is really, really mind-blowingly good. If you think the Shures are great but want more bass, try the IE6. They deliver more bass and more detail than Shures. It's really worth the premium to get these.
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Sennheiser's IE 6 delivers high-grade audio performance, superb, customized noise isolation and accessories for hassle-free transport. Featuring dynamic transducers and an enhanced bass response ideal for your vast music collection, the IE 6 will show you how "low" your tunes can really go. By providing 3 sizes of ear adapters, a customized fit is guaranteed without intruding the inner ear canal. This seal blocks out noise pollution and allows you to listen at a lower, safer volume level without sacrificing audio detail. Painstaking effort was made to measure optimum cable lengths and ear adapter sizes to ensure an ergonomic, simple use with no cable-tangling-hassle. The low-profile design of the IE 6 speaks volumes (literally) of class and elegance without the intrusive feeling from most in-ear headphones. The IE 6 stores quickly and safely in the included carrying case.
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