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Headphones Westone UM3X, New universal-fit ES3X !
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TStoughnut
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 Apr 9 2009, 12:42 AM
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QUOTE(p0wderh0und23 @ Apr 9 2009, 12:21 AM) W3 - Personal Listening (has all the tips and adapters that folks wanted). Sound is built to be more dynamic on compressed music (AKA recorded.. we're not starting that argument, so shhh)
UM3X - Stage Monitor (no bells as whistles, same case and accessories as the UM2). Sound is built to be more dynamic though a monitor system (yes there are BIG differences). We're only marketing it in the pro audio arena, that's not to say you will not be able to get your hands on it.
ES3X - This was a wicked beast to build really. We wanted to have a driver package that complimented both personal and pro audio applications. This was the outcome. Our Senior Designer did good!
Yes we are splitting up the markets. The UM Series will be marketed to Pro Audio stores and the Westone 3 (and maybe others) will be marketed to Consumer/Personal Listening stores. There are differences in them and as we move forward those differences will become more apparent. As for the ES's, the ES1, ES2, ES3 will continue to be sold as is, more towards pro audio, but of course anyone can get them. The ES3X is the only one we are TRULY doing in both. Doesn't make sense not to. sourceFinally powder showed up and cleared our confusions  |
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bahathir
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Apr 9 2009, 12:59 AM
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So, as I mentioned earlier, sound more towards ER-4 or PFEs ... Yesss!!!  Err.. wait ... This is my question QUOTE Ok, UM3X is for professional audio. Then the sound should be flat, no or less colorization, analytic, crisp and crystal clear ? So, is it more toward ER-4 sound + bass? And here is the answer from westone. QUOTE Not totally true. That is more studio monitoring, from my experience. Artists on stage want a full, dynamic sound. Not analytical. http://www.head-fi.org/forums/5591576-post140.htmlPass ... Back to my PFEs Thank you. This post has been edited by bahathir: Apr 9 2009, 01:18 AM |
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TStoughnut
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Apr 9 2009, 01:06 AM
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No, it's not. "Sound is built to be more dynamic though a monitor system" meant it benefit from amping. Doesnt mentioned anything related to sound signature. It's best not to speculate..
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jkleejk
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Apr 9 2009, 07:26 AM
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I digested,
UM3X sound signature like transparent & neutral with additional bass? hahaha
I wish it is sound similar like K701 with more bass impact then that is perfect.
sometimes too much bass sunken the high & mid thus sacrifice clarity.
Anyway IE8 is a keeper for me & UM3X is tempting as it is good to have another iems which sound signature is very diff from IE8, I can swift around for different songs or mood.
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 08:35 AM
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QUOTE(xandman @ Apr 8 2009, 08:58 PM) i wanna follow him too! UM2 for sale. W3 for sale. Offer me in PM! er...hold your horses dude...  dun sell yet...let ppl book it 1st...put a [MWTS] tag (might want to sell) so that juz in case its delayed or it isint as good as it seems you still have it to listen too |
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chingwooi
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Apr 9 2009, 08:46 AM
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QUOTE(icyfawkes @ Apr 9 2009, 08:35 AM) er...hold your horses dude... dun sell yet...let ppl book it 1st...put a [MWTS] tag (might want to sell) so that juz in case its delayed or it isint as good as it seems you still have it to listen too Nowadays you can't put one a sale thread with "MWTS" ady. They'll delete ur thread without prior notice. It's either you sell it or you keep it<< what the mod says xD They don't allow market testing now  |
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 08:50 AM
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QUOTE(chingwooi @ Apr 9 2009, 08:46 AM) Nowadays you can't put one a sale thread with "MWTS" ady. They'll delete ur thread without prior notice. It's either you sell it or you keep it<< what the mod says xD They don't allow market testing now LOL really?  i didnt know...  but anyways...do it personally then...i let ppl book my UM2 last time...when i wanna sell it then i will tell them...i dont think we need a thread to do that |
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g3n0c1d3
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Apr 9 2009, 08:56 AM
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xandman bro....
hang on to ur W3 1st dude.... u can sell the UM2 but hold the W3 1st... i dont think its a loss if u have W3 and didnt upgrade to UM3X....
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TStoughnut
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Apr 9 2009, 08:57 AM
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If i have W3, i wont bother with UM3X first. It's still untested product and worst, not even in the market yet. 50% it will be better than W3 or 50% might be worst.
For current owners of W3, hold your W3. For potential highend IEM buyer, hold your wallet.
I'm still waiting for powder writeup on W3 and UM3X differences. Btw, UM3X physical design totally the same as UM2, which meant smaller and sleeker size.
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xandman
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Apr 9 2009, 09:08 AM
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QUOTE(icyfawkes @ Apr 9 2009, 08:35 AM) er...hold your horses dude... dun sell yet...let ppl book it 1st...put a [MWTS] tag (might want to sell) so that juz in case its delayed or it isint as good as it seems you still have it to listen too  did i say i wanted a UM3X... oooo what i meant was ES3X...  |
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 09:13 AM
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QUOTE(toughnut @ Apr 9 2009, 08:57 AM) If i have W3, i wont bother with UM3X first. It's still untested product and worst, not even in the market yet. 50% it will be better than W3 or 50% might be worst. For current owners of W3, hold your W3. For potential highend IEM buyer, hold your wallet. I'm still waiting for powder writeup on W3 and UM3X differences. Btw, UM3X physical design totally the same as UM2, which meant smaller and sleeker size. yeah i noticed... i think they take the feedbacks bout the W3 seriously...coz there were many complaints on the tips slot...W3 unlike the UM2 the tips slot were short...unlike UM2 which extends into the ear canal...hence reduces the seal... lol xandman...i havent go customs u wanna go already? This post has been edited by icyfawkes: Apr 9 2009, 09:13 AM |
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xandman
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Apr 9 2009, 09:14 AM
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westone is bad. They replied my email. They said they could do it.   Also juz called Gleneagles Audiology Center. |
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 09:20 AM
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QUOTE(xandman @ Apr 9 2009, 09:14 AM) westone is bad. They replied my email. They said they could do it. Also juz called Gleneagles Audiology Center. wah...so fast...lol... man...i gotta stay away from you...but trust me la...if you are really getting the ES3X...stay with it la...and btw...you cant resell it anyways...coz it was customize for your ear,like it or not...you will be stuck with it |
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TStoughnut
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Apr 9 2009, 09:23 AM
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Not to mention countless refitting if it doesnt fit properly and estimated 4 years shelf life |
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 09:35 AM
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QUOTE(toughnut @ Apr 9 2009, 09:23 AM) Not to mention countless refitting if it doesnt fit properly and estimated 4 years shelf life yeah...thats why im sticking to universal...i hate the part where you gotta make an ear impression for it...not free to do those stuff la...zzz... get universal at least when a new or better IEM comes out then i can sell and get the latest one  |
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jkleejk
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Apr 9 2009, 09:36 AM
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QUOTE(toughnut @ Apr 9 2009, 10:23 AM) Not to mention countless refitting if it doesnt fit properly and estimated 4 years shelf life changing new customize shell is like rm300+ only...dont worry about after 4yrs...haha pour more poison |
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SUSicyfawkes
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Apr 9 2009, 09:38 AM
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QUOTE(jkleejk @ Apr 9 2009, 09:36 AM) changing new customize shell is like rm300+ only...dont worry about after 4yrs...haha pour more poison what if a 5 driver IEM comes out after 2 years?still wanna stick to a triple driver IEM? |
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AngleR35
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Apr 9 2009, 09:38 AM
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QUOTE(xandman @ Apr 9 2009, 09:14 AM) westone is bad. They replied my email. They said they could do it. Also juz called Gleneagles Audiology Center. oh man  I wish i could do it right now too |
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jkleejk
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Apr 9 2009, 09:39 AM
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QUOTE(toughnut @ Apr 9 2009, 09:57 AM) If i have W3, i wont bother with UM3X first. It's still untested product and worst, not even in the market yet. 50% it will be better than W3 or 50% might be worst. For current owners of W3, hold your W3. For potential highend IEM buyer, hold your wallet. I'm still waiting for powder writeup on W3 and UM3X differences. Btw, UM3X physical design totally the same as UM2, which meant smaller and sleeker size. again i am eagerly waiting for IE8 vs W3 vs Es3X vs UM3X showdown. this will most interesting moment... i kinda of confuse ES3x is combo of monitor+personal listening...or just another marketing strategies.. |
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AngleR35
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Apr 9 2009, 09:39 AM
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QUOTE(icyfawkes @ Apr 9 2009, 09:38 AM) what if a 5 driver IEM comes out after 2 years?still wanna stick to a triple driver IEM? if not wrong japan or china got 5 driver Custom IEM edi , just dun know what brand for the custom only .
Added on April 9, 2009, 9:41 amQUOTE(jkleejk @ Apr 9 2009, 09:39 AM) again i am eagerly waiting for IE8 vs W3 vs Es3X vs UM3X showdown. this will most interesting moment... i kinda of confuse ES3x is combo of monitor+personal listening...or just another marketing strategies.. should be only IE8 vs W3 vs UM3X ! Dun bring ES3X in , quite no fair for it This post has been edited by AngleR35: Apr 9 2009, 09:41 AM |
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