Recent Purchases
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Spiewak Deck Jacket. I was gonna hold out for the IH but they put these up on gilt for $149. i couldn't pass it up. Made in the USA.
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I would guess http://ultimateears.com/en-us or someone with similar services.
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Oh Man! If only I could fork out for some UE Customs!
I've had a few 'universal' In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) over the years - Shure, UE & M-Audio. IEMs sit in your ear canal and should form a seal. This blocks out some external noise and forms an acoustic chamber. Universals have removable eartips of varying sizes to get the correct seal.
My last universals died in an unexpected rain shower (they've since come back to life :-). Whilst researching for a replacement, I discovered 1964ears.com who had some awesome reviews and a low price point for customs. I figured I would bite the bullet and get a pair. Customs are molded to the shape of your ear (including canal) and do not require tips.
Following a few emails, I sent them an impression of my ears made by a local audiologist. A month later they turned up. The sound was good; but the fit on one side wasn't quite right, which cause a loss of bass response. An email or two later to 1964 and I sent them back to be refitted, all part of a great service. I've now got them back, the fit is great and they sound fantastic!
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OMG why am I only hearing about this now. This sound life changing!!
Anybody tell me more. How are they with noise canceling etc eg. On planes
For me they are, especially compared to iPod or Skull Candy earbuds! However, they're not too everyone's taste.
A better explanation of IEMs can be found here - http://www.head-fi.org/t/310723/fyi-basic-guide-to-in-ear-canalphones-rev-4
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(problems with my right foot), and so...