Good IEM for the money
584299
Good IEM for the money. Shipped fast. Good high quality. A little weak on low freq (bass) but a great overall sound. I use them everyday and have no complaints. Best IEM in the price range. Good job!
3494904
I'll write a follow-up after using these for a few more weeks, but after only a few days I can say without hesitation that I'm happy with the purchase. The sound isolation is top notch for an IEM (In Ear Monitor), the frequency response is flat without being completely void of low frequencies, and they're surprisingly comfortable for how deeply into the ear canal they're designed to go.

I have owned over a dozen mid to high-quality IEM's (with these being on the upper end of the scale for me), and these sound as good as anything I've tried, but they fit better!

I've already noticed that they've broken-in a bit after about 20-hours or so. The bass is more pronounced (but still tight), and the Mids/Highs are smoothing out. If you take them out of the box and find them lacking bass or a little harsh on the mid/high end, just give them some time... They settle-in nicely with time. I can't wait to hit the 100hr mark and beyond to see how they've improved. More to come...
3914922
I am not an audiophile. I don't know all of the nuances of headphones. However, I wanted to buy a set of IEMs that would be a more portable, quieter alternate to my Grado SR-60s (which leak out sound so that everyone in the room can hear what I'm hearing).

I bought the HiFiMan RE-262 on recommendation from several HeadFi forums that suggested that it had really great mids, really great treble, and ok -- especially if amped -- bass. (But the reviews also warned that this is NOT for bassheads...and I would agree...you can hear bass, but you definitely won't FEEL it.)

Since I am not an audiophile and my only training in music was playing saxophone in junior high and high school, "highs" or "trebles" or "mids" or whatever don't really register that much to me.

So, let me try to translate.

I have a few albums in my collection of acoustic guitar music. I have a few albums as well of nuevo tango featuring expert and intimate bandonen playing.

These earphones are a *revelation* when it comes to acoustic music. If I could, I would want to convert my entire collection acoustic, because these are just so...INTIMATE. So clean and clear.

Percussion...let me try to distinguish. Cymbals are here, but the crashes are not as grandiose as I would like. Bass drums can be heard, but not felt. But everything in the middle (snare drums, tom toms, timpani)...again, a revelation. Like, I never got the deal with percussion solos, but now, I *do*.

I feel like these are good IEMs for acoustic stuff, symphonies, jazz ensembles, etc., Things where space is important -- because these IEMs give a good range of space (I guess that is soundstage).

Moving away from sound, I will say that these IEMs come with quite a few accessories. there are something like 5 or 6 kinds of flanges (so, depending on how deep and how tight you want them to fit in your ears, you can exchange as is necessary), and there are cables for switching the right and left sounds (so you can wear the earphones over your ears or under), cables for sending to a balanced output or unbalanced output.
658342
Great sound isolation, excellent sound quality. Definitely an improvement on my UE 600vi's. Obviously there are some areas where they're lacking, specifically the bass end, but the bass is still excellent for a pair of IEMs, considering every part of its range is so well-represented.
1348272
I've been on a quest for a few weeks now to find the perfect sub $150 IEMs for general use. I'm active, live in a big city, and a train-commuter, so I wanted something that would hold up to the daily wear & tear, isolate well, and bring with it a rich, detailed sound. These deliver! The metal build is solid without being too heavy, the cords are thick, durable and easy to manage (plus really cut down on microphonics) and the sound... WOW. I tried out the Klipsch R6i, Shure SE215s as well as the Bose Soundtrues and let me tell you -- this pair blows them all away.

The Klipsch R6is had a nice warm sound, but lacked detail and had horrible microphonics from their flat cord which was tough to wear over the ear. They did have a decent nice in-line mic/control, though -- plus a slick carrying case and a lower (~$70ish) price-tag.  The Shure SE215s ($99) were a nice pair but, to me, lacked a full range -- the highs were a bit harsh, the lows a bit blown out and lacking in detail, and overall sounding a bit hollow, even with the "olive" foam eartips. The Shure's isolated slightly better than these RHAs but, to me, were very uncomfortable, though they do have a nice, detachable cable and a nifty nylon carrying case. The Bose Soundtrues (~$99) were quite comfortable and gave a balanced, yet unremarkable, sound (especially for the price) -- they also don't isolate AT ALL. You hear everything around you with the Bose -- that, combined with the winged eartips, leads me to believe they're more for a runner who needs to be aware of their surroundings.

But back to these lovely RHAs...

These IEMs carry a rather V shaped sound signature, with a strong, nuanced bass and sparkling highs. The mids are slightly recessed, but clear and unveiled, and they bring a very sweet, warm and smooth sound if you use the foam tips. The silicone tips, in my opinion, hurt the bass response and hollow the sound in a way I found similar to the Shure SE215s. That being said, there are LOTS of tips which will ensure you get the perfect fit! I'm using some of the foam tips these shipped with and am quite impressed with the comfort and isolation. Also, just to echo some other reviewers, please disregard anyone who says these IEMs lack bass... the bass is ample in these phones and anyone who lists 'lack of bass' as a complaint is likely a rookie who didn't bother to find the right fitting tips, firing from the hip in their review.

If you like a warm, smooth and detailed sound signature in a premium package, without breaking the bank, these are for you!

Thanks, RHA!
2244161
I like the over the ear design. My ears do not fatigue as with other headsets. The sound is decent and do not appear to be "flimsy" at this price point.
1613237
EDIT: Fixed up the review since i had more time now. Hopes it more clear for those who didn't understand more point before.

I have been listening to many IEMs ranging from Vsonics GR07 to Earsonics SM3. Now these IEMs are really the best bang for the buck. Now if your entering the IEM world there are many phones to select from such as Westones, Shures, Sennhiesers, Grados and the lists goes on. But Ultimate Ears are known for there customs IEMs and of course the Triplefi 10s. These headphones have the sound quality that can stand up to the top dogs of the universal IEMs league. They have a good amount of lows that gives enough kick (unless your a basshead IE8/80 recommended), the treble is sharp and to be honest can be too much for some if you equ these. Isolation is quite good but not awesome compared to the Westone brand. The mids are the only flaw i find in these due to being recessed. Now that flaw can be easily fixed with a custom cable that has a good blend of copper and silver which can cost you either less then the Triplefis and sometimes if you want a quality cable it can cost you more. I would recommend these with Hip-Hip, Metal Rock, Techno, Dubstep, bass oriented orchestra, and pretty much any music with bass and teble as there main focus. Other genres such as classical, as i mentioned before get a custom cable and these will sound pretty good. Now comparing these to other IEMs they don't compete to the likes of the Westone 4 and the Earsonics SM3 when they aren't equ. But these headphones are amazing when equ to your liking and a good set of tips can do miracles. Now these IEMs sadly can't be enjoyed by everybody due to there design, so a word of advice these headphones can fit on medium to big ears. I don't recommend these for those with smaller ears since you can get a bad seal which wouldn't give you the beautiful sound these IEMs can offer. Now for those seeking better sound you have to spend probably three times the cost of these which to be honest isn't worth the cash when the sound isn't that much of a major jump(Universal IEM specifically). So if your low on cash or want the best IEM for the value i recommend these IEMs. If you desire better sound i recommend to dip into custom cables, getting a portable amp and eventually reshelling with more drivers which in the end can still cost you less then buying Earsonics SM3/Westones at there retail price.
316821
Shure SE112-GR Sound Isolating Earphones are good all around earphones, but nothing about them stand out as special. They are comfortable, and include a variety of different size "sleeves" for different sized ears. They do a good job of isolating ambient sound. The 50" wire is a good length in my opinion. Sound quality is good all-around. I have earphones that sound better, but I also have some that are not as good. At this fairly low price point, the sound quality is more than acceptable. I listened to all different types of music to test these out, and the results were all for the most part positive. Shure advertises these to have "Deep Bass". I feel that is a little bit of a stretch. The bass isn't bad, but it was a little lacking for my tastes. The highs and mid-tones were all there though. All in all, they're just "good" all around. I wasn't blown away, but I wasn't disappointed either. In order to get the best sound and isolation, you have to make sure you have them inserted into your ears properly, using the correct size sleeve. If you're looking for earphones that won't break your bank, then I recommend the Shure SE112-GR Sound Isolating Earphones.
597401
Not audiophile sound by any stretch.....but for the money, it's hard to beat.
581043
Love the bass on this. At such a price for a dual dynamic IEM, this literally offers more bang for your buck than any other I've seen
4022673
They sound great and work perfectly for someone needing a cheap inexpensive pair of IEMs for a Worship Team.  You get so much for the price.  I love the comply tips included.
4466707
I recently purchased the SE530 IEM through 'TheDealSpot'. I don't believe any IEM is worth the $500 asking price from Shure. However, at ~half that, these IEM's are worth every penny. My reference is the Shure SE110 and the Bose Tri-Port IEM.

The SE530's have an amazing audio range and audio profile.  I rip from CD's (mostly) at 256 kbits. I am now hearing details in instrumentals and vocals that I was completely unaware of before. It feel as though I am getting twice as much out of music purchase.

CNET mentions that the IEM is a little on the large side. I suppose this is true when comparing the units side by side with other 'buds'. However, I do not feel that CNET's comment is of consequence. Other reviewers report that they are disappointed with the bass response. I am convinced the units they received are either defective or the user is not accomplished with fitting the IEM to their ear. I actually use the equalizer to back the bass back a little.

I would rate these at five stars but, I do not believe anything is perfect. The only 'peeve' I have is that the 9 inch cable should be longer, maybe 12 inches.

If you have $250 and want to get the most of your portable music player and music purchases, buy these!
197381
We liked these enough to purchase a 2nd pair.  The original survived an amazingly unfortunate fall into a glass of water, after drying out and recharging I was pleasantly surprised.
Battery life is decent and sound quality is fine, not on par with the higher end set of wired IEMs I was using but also not $200.
My only gripe is an occasional disconnection on one pair, they say out of range ( less than 2 ft away from source) but reconnect automatically.  That may be due to the the proximity of the 2nd pair as both pairs ID themselves as simply Q7 on whatever device I am using.
The ear hooks took some figuring out, you should watch the videos about them to save time.  However they do stay in our ears.
2665272
At this price point there are several very good if not exceptional earphone choices. Which only makes it more difficult to choose. What may make it easier is that they are tunable. Sub bass,  bass and mids/uppers,  truly tunable to your sound preferences. I have other triples ( dd and dual twfk ba)  that are tunable Dunu and  Astrotec both are very good with my preference going  to the Astrotec Ax60 . Spacers or filters which both do offer small if meaningful changes. But not as customizable as the flc's. Base sound is sweet to start then very customizable. It does take a bit of trail and error to get there but if you follow the reviews it's easy to get close. Fit for me is good and the non angled tip barrels don't compromise the fit or comfort. Some with small ear canals have more difficulty.  Sound is everything it's supposed to be and definately top tier. If there is a weak point it's still the cables while sonics are good they don't fit great ( over the ear) not staying tucked behind my ear. The color a dark green goes well with the red shells and bring to mind little Christmas lights with their fine wire they are stiff and are a bit microphonic. Accessories are superb the highlight being the heavy screw top aluminum storage container. Is it an end game iem? Quite possibly for some it is, as is the Dunu Dn2000j. But it really isn't,  it's close and  livable.
Update; Having lived a little more with the 8's, the newness has worn off and sounds still very good. There are some  short comings. The biggest still being the cable it has take a fixed curl that causes it to not stay in the ears. The obvious solution is a new cable ( yes after 2 weeks ) the only cable choice is the FLC single crystal silver at $100.00. It does use that same 2 pin Ultimate Ears configuration but instead of the .75mm ue pins these use .74mm pins. Using the large will invalidate the warranty ( info from FLC) . So the problem has become even more noticible while the sound gets sweeter,  So while I did order the new cable just to be able to use it,  it does increase to overall cost for this iem. So I dropped a star based on value and need to replace the cable.
3523071
Does well for its price range. A little mushy on the bass, but I think it's good sound for the money.
938000
I picked these up to have a good pair of IEMs to wear to the gym and at home. I also have a set of Brainwaves ProAlphas and Sennheiser HD280s headphones that I would be comparing the sound to.
Sound:
I've let these break in for a week before comparing them critically to my other IEMs and headphones. After that time the bass is tight, but a hair lacking. The highs are pronounced and detailed, with the mids filling out the rest of the tone. I hope they will relax and get warmer after I've used them more. As with most IEMs, the tips can have a major impact on what you are hearing. The clear silicon tips that came with them worked better for me than the Comply foam tips that I use with my Brainwaves. Where these really shine is the details these IEMs bring out in the music and wide sound stage. When listening to a 24\96 .wav file I can hear a full range from my left to my right, creating an immersive experience.
Construction:
The feel well build. I like the flexible, yet reinforced 1/8" jack arm and cloth covered cable. The covering keeps these IEMs from getting too tangled up, a real problem I have with the Brainwaves. The drivers themselves are light and sleek, although the protection on the cables going up into them is a little on the light side. When wearing them straight down I get some microphonics through the cable, especially when running. This goes away if you wear them over the ear. They don't have an inline control or mic, but I never use any of that, so it doesn't bother me.
Packaging:
The little box HiFiMan ships these in is nice. Older reviews of the RE-400s say they don't come with many tips or a case, but that must have changed. They came with a few different sizes of black or clear silicon tips, an alligator clip, and a case. Simple, yet included everything you need.

Highs- for $50 these are nice sounding IEMs. I really like the sound stage and construction. Very comfortable.
Lows- Right now they are a little sterile. Listeners that want big thunderous bass would be disappointed.
Bottom Line- I really like the details these bring out in my music. I listen to FLACs ripped from CDs or HiDef .wav files that I've purchased, because I enjoy the experience of listening to music. These IEMs do my music justice. I can't say that they will replace my Brainwaves as my go-to for general listening, but they are better at presenting nuances in music.
2043973
Let me state for the record that I have small ears.  I tried other in-ear headphones like the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Sony-MDR-W08L/dp/B00005N6KG/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Sony MDR-W08L</a>&nbsp;and had a hard time keeping them in my ears.  So I was pleasantly surprised that the Maximo iM-390 earphones came with three different sizes of rubber tips, the smallest of which fit my ears pretty well.

However, I'm not too fond of the rubber tips.  They keep some of the outside noise out, but they have kind of a squishy feel when putting them in.  I've had some headphones that barely felt like they were there, but I can definitely feel these.  It's not painful, but you can tell they're there.

The sound is really good for the rock and jazz I listen to.  Maybe not as good as some other high-end models on the market, but for iPod use these seem more than sufficient.  They do a pretty good job delivering the volume through too.  I also think they look great, although your taste may differ.

The package comes with a carrying case and some jack adapters, in addition to the aforementioned rubber tips.  I have had no use for the case or adapters so far but they make for a nice touch nonetheless.

In short, if you're looking for a good pair of mid-priced earphones, the Maximo iM-390 is a good candidate.