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Shure SE530 Sound Isolating Earphones Formerly known as the E500 the SE530 make the transition from the iconic E Series line to the brand-new range of Sound Isolating Earphones from Shure (SE Models). Evolved from personal monitor technology road-tested by pro musicians and fine-tuned by Shure engineers the SE530 earphones deliver unparalleled acoustic accuracy. Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers one tweeter and dual woofers deliver an expansive sound stage with full-bodied bass for an auditory experience rivaled only by live performances. Sound Isolating Design Included sound isolating sleeves block over 90 percent of ambient noise. Combined with a low-profile ergonomic design and modular cable options interruptions from the outside world are minimized - so you can focus on your passion. Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers Optimized for listening to high-quality recordings and lossless formats the SE530 utilizes three balanced armature drivers - one dedicated tweeter and dual woofers. Additionally integrated passive crossovers ensure that high and low frequencies remain distinct and defined. The result is an incredibly wide and detailed soundstage distinguished by precision highs and robust bass. This innovative triple driver configuration is first in class for universal fit sound isolating earphones. Premium Fit Kit Includes: Sound Isolating Sleeves The role of the included sound isolating sleeves is twofold: blocking ambient noise and ensuring customized fit and comfort. Because every ear is different the Premium Fit Kit includes three sizes (S M L) of the Flex and Black Foam Sleeves as well as a pair of universal-fit Triple Flange 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. Modular Cable Based on extensive user feedback Shure engineers have developed a detachable cable solution to enable unmatched personal customiza
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- Sound isolating design- Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers
- Premium Fit Kit included
- Two-year Limited Warranty
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By CJ
I upgraded from the E3cs in mid 2008 and bought the push to hear (PTH) device as well. I use them with my iPod / iPad, mostly on planes, around the house and listening in bed. I lost my first set and liked them enough to replace them with the same in 2010, despite the price.
SOUND QUALITY: Outstanding. Bass and mids much better than ECxs which I thought were weak. Don't mess about and go straight for the foam yellow sleeves. A good fit in the ear canal is essential to generate the highest quality. It's a good idea to order an extra pack of these when ordering as they deteriorate reasonably quickly and 'go hard', causing sound leak and reduced quality. Extras are inexpensive.
Also has an extra benefit for those of you that are modest about your music taste. Others can't hear what you are listening to. My wife in a silent room lying 2 feet from me can't hear when it's about 1/2 volume (which is as loud as you'd want it). Your fellow passengers on trains and buses etc would have little chance of an AC/DC appreciation session.
DESIGN: The ear buds are great. Unlike my E3cs, they lie flush in your ear, meaning that if you are lying down (in bed or on a plane - for you lucky first class passengers) it's comfortable and you don't ram them down your ear canal.
I bought the Push to Hear (PTH) gizmo with my first set which seems unnecessarily large and a bit "plasticy" to be honest. It died about a year later and I don't really miss it. Shure could have done a bit better. The switch requires more a than reasonable effort, but I guess it does avoid accidental switching. That said, when it worked - it worked as advertised. You can hear what's being said through the mic easily enough. It doesn't pause your music though, just shuts the sound off to the headphones.
PACKAGING: They give you a neat little zip case for them. Problem is that it's a tight fit to get all the bits in if you also have a PTH unit. I recommend just using it for the phones and sticking the PTH device in your bag separately.
SUMMARY: They're great. No "buyers regret" on my purchase. I've got plenty of use out of them and will continue to enjoy them for many years to come (if I don't lose them). I owned the first set for over two years and never suffered the wire issues that some mention. Thoroughly recommended.
By Webbo
I waited ages before finally taking the plunge and buying these - £250 is a lot of money for a pair of earphones - but after a fair amount of experimentation, there's no doubt in my mind that it was money well spent. But beware - it's essential that you put the time and effort in to get these 'phones right. Here are a few ideas based on my own experience:-
1. It's been said time and again, but make sure you have the correct fit!! It took me two weeks of squeezing and shoving (and fairly painful ears as a result) to realise that the foam tips were not for me. I eventually worked out that the conical-shaped clear silicon ones fitted best - this after a visit to an ear-clinic for a routine de-waxing (recommended before you stuff anything into your ear-canal), where I was told that my ear canals narrowed inwards, so the only effect of trying to shove the foam tips in was that they were squeezed back out again. The difference between correct and incorrect-fitting buds is about £200 worth of earphone - they sound totally average unless you get a complete seal. I'm sure that all the negative reviews on this product are due to the fact that the reviewers aren't getting the tips in securely enough, so I can't stress enough how vital this is. I'm about to get some custom-made ones, as although the silicon cones give a good seal, they're not that comfortable.
2. Make sure your music is ripped at a decent level. I've re-recorded most of my stuff at 320kbps with VBR, and although I don't claim to be an audiophile, I can easily tell the difference between the higher level and the Apple default. I tried lossless as well, but to be honest I couldn't hear any difference, but it's not difficult to run a few tests yourself.
3. I'm hooked on iPods because the overall ease-of-use is so much better than anything the competition has to offer, but I've read a lot of criticism about iPod sound quality. I managed to get around this for the princely sum of about £15 by getting the FiiO headphone amp, which plugs into the bottom of the iPod and bypasses the built-in headphone amp. The difference is significant - I get an annoying background "burbling" on my iPod when I use the jackplug (which is ironically much more noticeable with top-quality earphones like the Shure's), but this disappears with the FiiO amp, leaving a much cleaner and tighter sound, especially at low volume on acoustic pieces. If you're not short of cash, you can upgrade to a much higher-spec headphone amp such as the Graham Slee Voyager, although it will cost you as much as your MP3 player, so you'll need to be fairly serious about your sound!
When I first bought these 'phones, I thought I'd made a big mistake. But after taking the time to ensure I was getting the best out of them, I think it's possibly the best value-for-money purchase I've ever made. I hardly ever listen to music other than when I'm on the move, and the Shure's have massively increased my listening pleasure. Yes, they're expensive. But a similar standard hi-fi system at home would cost you thousands of pounds and you wouldn't listen to it half as often. That point alone justifies the cost.
By Reveredcivilservant
About 12 months ago, I bought a pair of Shure SE 500PTH earphones. Recently, the isolative outer layer on both cords leading to the transducers broke! They shorted out soon after. Now this - supposedly - is a premium product - and a very expensive one at that! I have Emailed Shure UK to complain, but they just ignored me on each and every occasion. So, I would urge everybody contemplating purchasing any products from Shure, to think again.
By dennyjoe (London)
And I really did. I bought the hype about the tri driver pure sound. Maybe I was kidding myself, but I really thought they sounded great. A sound so rich and clean that it almost seemed worthy of the sacrifice required for that awkward pulling and bending to get them in place. But that sound it was great, even though after a while my ears hurt. Itchy and scratchy, it was me not them, because I had paid so much it had to be me, so when I the rubber protective sleeve came loose I finally saw that it was me. I did not deserve them. They were precious magical objects only worthy of the righteous, which is why I started to go deaf. Or that's what I thought. Yes in one ear I had to be deaf, because how was it that that I could only hear this beautiful music in one ear? It was me not you surely? Like a fool I persevered I bought another one and they did it again, but this time not just to me there were others.
Well my friend you can keep your poor build quality and bulky frame and uncomfortable ear ache to yourself. I've moved on.
By M. J. Baker (UK)
Having owned both the SE115 & SE210 models prior, I can fully recommend these. Being a bit of a sound quality 'geek' both in terms of home and car hifi, the SE530's exceeded my expectations. To gain the biggest quality gains, the source and compression of the music makes a big difference obviously. Haven't really used them out and about much so can't comment on their durability but I think the extra care required after reading other reviews is worth it. A good price on Amazon aswell should seal the deal.
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