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Shure SE530PTH Sound Isolating Earphones with Push-To-Hear Control | List Price: $549.00
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Brand: Shure
Binding: Electronics
Warranty: 2 years warranty
Features: - A first for sound-isolating earphones, the detachable Push-To-Hear Control allows you to activate the VoicePort microphone and adjust levels of external sound for clarity; ideal for brief conversations without removing your earphones
- Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers for unprecedented sonic clarity
- Premium Accessories Kit includes sound-isolating Sleeves, modular 3-foot cable, 1/4-inch adapter, carrying case
- Evolved from personal monitor technology road-tested by pro musicians and fine-tuned by Shure engineers
- Manufacturer's Two-Year Limited Warranty
Very good earphone with some problems [Posted on 2008-05-02]
First of all, the sound quality is absolutely top notch and for some people this is all they need. I am satisfied with the earphone. I compared it to my Quite Comfort 3. The overall sound quality is comparable to, if not slightly better than, Quite Comfort 3. When i used the foam ear pieces on Shure SE530PTH, it seemed to offer slightly more noise reduction than Quite Comfort 3. Unlike Quite Comfort 3, you can still use the earphones even when the battery is dead. It's needed only for Push-to-hear feature. The earphones will be as comfortable as the ear pieces you choose. They have put in several different ear pieces in different sizes. I opted for the medium size foam ear pieces. They block enough outside noise without making my ears uncomfortable. After wearing them for several hours, my ears get uncomfortable. My ears got uncomfortable with Quite Comfort 3 because of anti-noise pressure. In terms of extended wear, neither may be suitable.
The earphone came up with several cords and extensions. By far the largest one is the PTH device which cannot be removed. Then there is an optional volume control connector. I tried it without the optional volume controller. There was a slight hissing background sound which the optional volume controller reduced. I think it also dampened the sound slightly. My biggest complain is that it gets quite awkward to carry because of the PTH section which has to be on the outside. One can put it in a pocket, but this simply negates the whole point of having PTH.
Because of the design of the earphone, when used with foam ear pieces, it transmit any vibration or sound on the device. The cords rubbing against clothes can be heard. At the same time, any chewing or drinking sounds are also amplified.
Best Headphones You Can Buy! [Posted on 2008-05-07]
I know this thing is expensive, but honestly I have had several other mid-ranged Shure headphones (lost or eaten by my dog). The extra $100 is well worth it. It's like the difference between a Toyota and a Benz.
The 1st reason is the ear bud covers feel very nice. I always had a slight problem with the lesser models. The 2nd reason is that it comes with every conceivable connector (iPhone, airplane, etc.). And perhaps the most important is the little microphone interceptor hand held thing. Basically, I have these in my ears six to eight hours a day and when ever someone wants to talk to me I have to pull them out of my ears because they insulate outside noise so much. What this microphone thing does is that you push a button and you can hear the outside world. DUDE this is great for an office an I would pay several hundred more for this one great feature.
The people at Shure really did their homework refining their best pair.
Excellent [Posted on 2008-05-09]
They're not cheap. You know that, you've got this far. Here's my review...
I upgraded from the E3cs about 6 months ago, so I've had a decent period to bed them in. I use them with my Ipod Touch mostly on planes, around the house and listening in bed.
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.
The Push to Hear (PTH) gizmo seems unnecessarily large and a bit "plasticy" to be honest. 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, it works as advertised. You can hear what's being said through the mic easily enough. For the avoidance of doubt, it doesn't pause your music, 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. 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. Thoroughly recommended.
P.S To the guy that gave them one star without ever hearing them...You Rock!!!
Excellent product and service [Posted on 2008-06-19]
Shure SE530 Sound Isolating Earphones are all what the 5 star reviewers before me here have stated in terms of the sound. I have owned the e2c, e3c and e4c and other brands (not Etys/UEs)and these outdo them as they should for the price. You can invest in them with full confidence that Shure backs them up with prompt, no hassle service - mine, which I got as present, were replaced with a new pair (incl. all the accessories)very promptly by Shure. All of this has made me a loyal Shure cutomer.
BOTTOM LONE:if you want great sound from your music from earphones as I do, you should seriously consider investing in these.
Best IEMs on the market. Period. [Posted on 2008-06-27]
I have been using the SE530PTH for well over seven months now, and I have officially concluded that there is NOTHING else that I would use to listen to music on the go. Once I tried these initially, I instantly used my employee discount to pick up a set and listened to as much lossless and high-bitrate MP3s as I could. I could pick apart instruments in various locations with these earphones on, which I have never heard before. The low-end was pronounced, but not overbearing. The mid-range is untouchable by any IEM on the market today. The highs are precise and clear, a hint of harshness is detectable, but definitely not a deal-breaker. I have used the Triple.fi 10, Klipsch Custom-3/Image, Westone UM1, and Bose Triport IEs since I purchased these. They don't come close.
What you MUST do with these earphones to maximize their potential is get a high-quality source. Plugging these directly into an unamped iPod will net decent results (primarily due to these earphone's sensitive nature), but the lack of a customizable EQ and weak power output will mean that you will not be driving these earphones to their full potential. I personally use a Cowon D2, because of its high power output and FLAC/OGG support. The biggest draw of the SE530 is the fact, you can make these earphones sound any way you desire. EQ these babies any way you want them to sound, they can handle it with no distortion.
If you listen to high quality audio, you can't go without these. I promise.
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