I may eventually get a replacement cable for them because sometimes the stiff around-ear portion can be odd but I haven't had any complaints yet. Moderators may remove posts at their discretion. Are they still alive and kicking ? I'd go for the RE-400 for rock and country personally. They are pleasantly warm, but not overpoweringly so with the silicone tips. I heard the Ostrys are very good for female vocalists but I can't quite appreciate the design of the Ostrys. Not especially unfortunately, but I can sleep with the pillow above my ears so that there's not too much pressure on them. If they could last 5 years with daily usage of several hours, that'd be so perfect :). [–]BestBagelNADT 990 Pro 250ohm/Schiit Modi 2/Magni 2 3 points4 points5 points 6 years ago (7 children). New SE215 Wireless Sound Isolating Earphones provide clear sound and deep bass with the freedom of upgraded Bluetooth 5 connectivity. In my opinion, they are very balanced, not too much bass, not too much treble. The foam tips seem to boost the bass at the expense of the mids and highs. Just be careful you're not getting biased recommendations from people who bought it as their only pair of "nice" IEMs. Their build quality is terrific and the sound quality blew me away. The Shure headphones are better-built and more comfortable and have a more stable design. 25 $124.00 $124.00 Shure SE215 Cause Pain I just bought a pair of Shure SE215's, but they cause pain on the back part of my ear from the plastic casing. At that point, I just gave up and started using cheap stuff :), New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. They need to be worn with the cable hanging down though. I listen to a lot of rock and country and want them to sound natural and clear. Find answers in product info, Q&As, reviews There was a problem completing your request. I enjoy my pair, but I don't have a lot of experience with other iems so take my opinion with a grain of salt, [–]andysaurus_rexFiio E9/E7; AKG K7XX 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). Therefore, Shure has started a customer return program and will not be shipping the products listed below. The stock Shure design is no longer new or revolutionary, and it's not for everyone, but it still holds its own against the field. Bottom line is that they're tanks that you can easily replace any component on if something -does- go wrong (which most likely won't happen, and hasn't happened for me yet). I play drums with them, use them in my dorm at night, etc... Well worth the $100 i got them for. These days it seems like everything is preferable to the SE215s. After 2 years with my trusty shure se215, i'm thinking of stepping up my game and give me a nice upgrade. Buy Shure SE215 Wired Sound Isolating Earbuds, Clear Sound, Single Driver, Secure In-Ear Fit, Detachable Cable, Durable Quality, Compatible with Apple & Android Devices - Clear: Earbud Headphones - Amazon.com FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Sorry, but I'm not getting what you're disagreeing with, is it the need to be mindful of how a product acquired it's reputation in order to make better purchasing decisions? Lime Ears Aether in the Streets, AKG K812 in the Sheets. Post: “Thank you all I finally got my first setup (nicepic.jpeg)”. Here are my SE215's after a year I've had no problems with them except for some sweat getting into the right earpiece. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. I just used them for traveling. Listening to Daft Punk's Alive 2007 album with them was my "wow" moment with IEMs. [–][deleted] 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). SHURE SE215 Sound Isolating Earphones Headphones SE215SPE Special Edition Blue (International Version) 4.8 out of 5 stars 5. I have them and I'm really glad i bought them. Having replaceable parts is indeed nice, but the ultimate goal would of course be not to have to replace anything. I had the same problem as you before, only with the left side being the one that breaks. I'd hate to have to adjust the cable every once in a while, because this is exactly what used to happen for all my IEM/earbuds that died: it starts to cut out infrequently, I fix it somehow, it comes back etc until they don't work anymore. "It's good for EDM" always seems to be the last argument for something whose only redeeming point is the bass, not saying that's the case for the 215, but this argument is not very convincing. Obviously, they don't sound as natural as open back headphones, but for in ears, they're pretty good. [–]LauriCular 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago* (3 children). The stock Shure design is no longer new or revolutionary, and it's not for everyone, but it still holds its own against the field. 89. I babied them but eventually the sound would start cutting off and now it's completely dead. Have a question? Overall, we found the Shure SE215 to be the best budget in-ear monitors, pound for pound. Additionally, sitewide rules and reddiquette applies. EG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtyVdC7E6Wo, [–]veni_vidi_valeDo audiophile androids dream of electrostatic sheep? I tend to like drier bass though. [–]KakuzLD MKIII/Crack > HD650 | B&O H8 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children). I wonder what is the chance of the cut out thingy happening ? These things are fantastic with the silicone tips. It can deliver very clear and clarity sounds … It looks like it is still present on pairs bought recently. That exactly sounds like what would happen to me. Modi > Vali > K712 | CX-300 II | Sennheiser IE80, Sennheiser Momentum, KZ ZS3|ES3|ZSA, AirPods, Fiio E17K & E12A / Tin T2 & P1 / TRN BT Cable with ZS10 Pro, HE-400i, Senn Amperior, Eggo, shure 215, Fiio E07k/09k, Cayin C5. Shure SE215-CL Clear Earphones and CBL-M+-K-EFS Music Phone Cable with Remote and Mic for iPhone, iPod, iPad. Probably 5 or 6 years? How do the 215s compare to your KC06A? If you want something more balanced with clearer Highs, take a look at the SE-315. If you made a post to /r/headphones that is in accordance with our rules as listed above, and it doesn't seem to appear on the front page, please message the moderators. The wire is not the issue. I've read a lot about this cut out issue and it concerns me. Only had mine for 8 months, but if i give you a picture of how I treat my IEMs, you'd know by now that i'd have already spent 100 dollars on replacing cheap iems that break easy, don't sound nearly as good, or are nearly as comfortable. Shure SE215. SE215 Professional Sound Isolating™ Earphones provide clear sound and deep bass through a single, high-definition driver. Which sucks cause it keeps me from wading them as often. If you do your own Google search, and type in "SE215 vs [insert IEMs]" most people either prefer the alternatives or think they're on par. I listen to metal, rock, electronic, or pretty much everything other than rap. [–]veni_vidi_valeDo audiophile androids dream of electrostatic sheep? I've had mine since last October and their still like new. I am atm using se315 as my daily iems, but these are quite a lot more expensive and not as comfortable. Mine are about 8 months old now and they're still going just fine. Demo units courtesy of: Frequency Response measurements and graphs for In-Ear Monitors (IEMs) and earphones. [–]BestBagelNADT 990 Pro 250ohm/Schiit Modi 2/Magni 2 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (2 children), I second this for sure. Certainly I can think of a few cheaper dynamic or hybrid IEMs that can give the IE80 a run for its money, and probably are better value from a price-performance perspective. The only thing idd say is bad about these IEMs is the connector on the earbud side. Only 5 left in stock - order soon. Shure SE215 Wrap Up. Audiophiles, studio musicians, and pretty much everyone else looking for the absolute best audio quality will still want to buy a pair of wired headphones. Pro-oriented audio company Shure has launched a new consumer wireless audio line called Aonic at CES 2020. The first set of higher audio phones that I have ever owned and started this mad obsession was the Shure E2C and what was to follow was a love affair, since the I have owned the E3C, SE210, SRH440, SRH840 (I still use the pads on my Fostex t50rp) SE530 and se535 along with my favourite the se425. I've had mine for about two years now and use them pretty much every day at uni. Stainless steel build with a three-year warranty and, from what I've heard, good customer service too. Press J to jump to the feed. At that sub-$100 price point, in reality your options aren't that huge as you think when you are considering bang-for-your-buck. Anyway, I'm trying to be careful and they never died directly as a result of something like that (though it must have surely helped), Sometimes it took just a few weeks (h2o audio for swimming, Jays - three pairs, got tired of sending it back), sometimes longer (Sennheiser, Sony) and very rarely lasted over a year (Apple earbuds, crappy sound quality but at least I was not burning through cash replacing them, Sennheiser/AKG headphones), After searching for tough IEM (I like to be mobile) the SE215 is highly recommended for both its sound quality in that price range and "built like a tank". Part of its new Aonic sub-brand, Shure has launched two new audio products - the Shure Aonic 215 and Aonic 50 - at CES 2020. It's a pretty old design. The Shure SE215 look identical to the higher-end Shure SE315 and Shure SE425. Their build quality is terrific and the sound quality blew me away. Would you recommend them to someone who wants the absolute toughest IEM out there ? It's no fault on the part of the equipment, just something to consider if you intend on using them while exercising. They get wet in the rain and have been pulled on very hard numerous times. 407 sold. You are also encouraged to check the menu at the top of the screen, containing links for further learning, past discussions, and to a number of audio-friendly subreddits. The SE215 and the 1More Triple Driver are about even in overall design, with both headphones edging out the other in several categories. OP never specified budget, and the SE215 is not $60-80, it's $99, you're shaving awfully thin with your price cut-off. [–]lobeholdHD650, Beoplay H6 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (1 child). Having said that, the SE215 is great too. If I had to buy new iems today, I'd surely choose the 215s. Shure has really nailed the balance between price and performance and the SE215 set performed superbly throughout. They sound really fucking good with female vocals. Like hooking them behind my bike handles when getting on and off. I'll give you a contrasting opinion. From the standard silicone (grey) to black conforming foam and even a triple-flange silicon as well as Shure’s iconic yellow foam. NEW Shure SE215 Wireless Sound-Isolating Earphones w/ Bluetooth 5.0 - Clear. But that $250-350 price point is a difficult one for any IEM to occupy. Before you ask, yes, I have replaced the cables. They're definitely old and overpriced at this point in time. Like 1-2 times a week or so, with periods of no use. I'm not sure they would be my first choice for genres like country. I do think they would work with some genre's like EDM and metal, but classical and jazz seemed devoid of life with them IMO. So they get used occasionally but not daily. as someone who listens to a lot of classical music, IMO the 215s don;t particularly shine with orchestral music. The bass is a bit concerning indeed (I usually prefer clear, neutral sound) but I'd be willing to disregard that if the IEM last a long time. I've had mine since last October and their still like new. I've used them for sleep for the last 5. Comply foam tips seem to work best with them. 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (5 children). As its name implies, the Aonic 215 True Wireless Noise-Isolating Earphones incorporates Shure's SE215 buds, the $99 entry-level model in its line of earbuds that have detachable cables. Cookies help us deliver our Services. do you have experience with both (the 315 and 215)? Finally bit perfect portable hd600! [–]PyschoCandyHE-400i, Senn Amperior, Eggo, shure 215, Fiio E07k/09k, Cayin C5 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (2 children), have an up if it bothers you so much... :), [–]LauriCular 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (1 child), [–]PyschoCandyHE-400i, Senn Amperior, Eggo, shure 215, Fiio E07k/09k, Cayin C5 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), true, but calling it out is as pointless... and I see someone else gave another down lol, [–]lobeholdHD650, Beoplay H6 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (6 children). Free shipping. As well as walking past the armrests in the bus and hooking behind those pulling out the 3.5mm connector. [–]veni_vidi_valeDo audiophile androids dream of electrostatic sheep? 5 years is a pretty long time, that's nice ! The 215 is still great value if you listen to genres like EDM. How is your daily routine and to what kind of abuse do you subject them to ? A lot of questions have already been answered in the past, often comprehensively. This can be strange for … $99.00. I think I disagree, even though I get what you are saying. If this is your first visit to our community, please familiarize yourself with the all content in this sidebar - as it will make your stay more pleasant. Next. Comply™ Fit Finder Tool; Shop. I've had 215s for... long enough that I can't casually remember. They still sound like they did when new. 5 out of 5 stars I looked into the RHA MA750 and that 3-year warranty sure is sexy :). I also really enjoy them for piano music. I owned them for a week and returned them. SE215 Ltd. Standard version. On the other hand, I'm sure there are a lot of people who never had any issue with it ? I can't believe it. The earbuds look and feel premium, and the audio cable is thick, heavily rubberized, and detachable. 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (1 child). Thanks for the advice. The soundquality is awesome and they have great buildquality. Not sure what happened but it just stopped working altogether. The Shure Aonic 4 is packed with so much variety of ear tips – Shure calls them “sleeves”. I only own the SE215 so I can't do a comparison, but the Shure's will definitely not disappoint. I do love they way they sound however. Get it as soon as Thu, Sep 5. Shure SE215 earphones review If you're looking for bass and good sound isolation, and don't really care about the way they look or the over-the-ear cord thing, the SE215s will do you well. Tough as nails, regularly dropped them, had them on multiple times in rain. What are your opinions on the Sure SE215's. I find the SE-215 to be a bit bassy for those genres. I’ve been waiting so long for this! For example, here's a topic in this subreddit where many people prefer other IEMs to the SE215. As I mentioned in the Aonic 5 review, the ear tips play a very important role in altering the audio balancing. Shure SE215 BT2 Wireless Sound Isolating Earbuds, Premium Audio with Deep Bass, Single Driver, Bluetooth 5, Secure In-Ear Fit - Clear 4.2 out of 5 stars 829 $59.00 $ 59 . I had owned the RE-400 for six months prior to that and was never a huge fan of them. [–]veni_vidi_valeDo audiophile androids dream of electrostatic sheep? I am not exactly sure why, there might be something with how I handle my right ear when I use it ? Weird that the right side would give up first, considering you were mostly using the left side. Related searches. If I had to characterize the difference in a single sentence, i would sat that the 315 wins on detail, while the 215 wins on bass. Shells are pristine. 3.8 out of 5 stars 31. I am not being particularly rough on them except for the occasional cable entangled to my chair armrest, I stand up/pull back suddenly and you see where this is going. The se215 are hands down the best earphones for the price. Accessory $128.89 $ 128. Lets not forget the various cheaper IEMs such as the Ostry KC06/KC06A, TTPOD T1, cheaper VSonics, Havi B3, some even prefer the $25 Xiaomi Pistons to the 215. I bought these at around $89, and I will say that these are wonderful for the price I … I bought Shure SE215-CL on Ebay, and they arrived yesterday. IMO the IE80s are in a difficult place from a price-performance-value perspective. I haven't owned the SE215s but I now have had the RHA MA750 since December 2014 and they have yet to break, I use them every day too and they sound great and have amazing sound isolation. The comments: Cringy and cool mod of a 1970s electrostat. Cable is in good shape. WTF was wrong with that?!? [–]givemeyournewsFiio E17K & E12A / Tin T2 & P1 / TRN BT Cable with ZS10 Pro 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children). I have always been a Shure man. [–]mynamejesse1334The Schittier the amp, the better 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (4 children), https://doctortentacles.wordpress.com/2015/02/01/in-which-i-talk-about-the-shure-se215s/, if you want natural and clear, and are willing to spend a bit more, I'd recommend the SE315 over the 215's, the 215's have more powerful bass, but the 315's are more of a natural sounding headphone, [–]AxialLP7Modi > Vali > K712 | CX-300 II | Sennheiser IE80 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (3 children). If accurate sound is top of your list of needs, then we’d also highly commend the Future Sonics Spectrum G10. I usually wake up lying on my back and them halfway across the room. The 215 is still great value if you listen to genres like EDM, the 315 IMO is unmatched for a single BA driver IEM and shines particularly for classical, and both the 535 and 845 have a large fan base not because of the Shure brand but because they sound pretty darned good. Edit- 0 points? They are available in more color options and feature a detachable audio cable, which adds to their overall durability. I wouldn't classify them as natural and clear. They are a bit more expensive where I live (about $30 USD compared to the SE215) but better sound quality. The se215 are hands down the best earphones for the price. And when you climb over the $350 altitude, why then CIEMs become increasingly attractive. As its name implies, the Aonic 215 incorporates Shure's SE215 buds, which have detachable cables. For bass-prominent genres like EDM they are awesome, for sure. I just looked into it and the 3-year warranty is making me lean towards the MA750 now. The Aonic 215 true wireless earbuds and Aonic 50 wireless … I see. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 18324 on r2-app-00b7f574b435e5980 at 2021-02-20 09:16:26.131849+00:00 running 8d94f57 country code: US. A place for discussion, news, reviews and DIY projects related to portable audio, headphones, headphone amplifiers and DACs. I'd recommend the Dunu Titan T1 in a heartbeat over those. I don't know ? Before posting, please consider using the search function. A bit of background: of all the IEM/earbuds/headphones I've owned, every single one of them had the right side die on me. They will not disappoint! They're good for what they are, but I'd struggle to use them more often or without background noise. All of their designers: My thoughts on the SeeAudio Yume (yume want to hear this IEM). Haven't really used the foam tips, and I think the bass is perfrct, [–]JimTokleModi > WA6 > HD650, HE-400 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (1 child). That said though, I myself didn't find the sound signature to my taste, but they're technically good, [–]BestBagelNADT 990 Pro 250ohm/Schiit Modi 2/Magni 2 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), Ummm, the extent to which I listen to female vocals, picano, etc would be Christian music. 00 $149.00 $149.00 Unfortunately they rub my inner ear and feel odd. Reading here and there on reddit, however, I saw discordant options on the quality of those (excellent headphones but now outdated and too overpriced). The Final Audio Heaven series is a single balanced armature design so will sound quite pure and natural, but has more bass than other similar designs. If you talk about products in isolation everything sounds darned good, again, what about against the competition? The battery and electronics section of the earphones is detachable. The miss are lovely and the treble smooth but recessed a bit. Thank you :). Get an ad-free experience with special benefits, and directly support Reddit. PS DL III>Silver Serpent ii XLR>Phonitor>K702/HD650/HF2. It cuts off randomly about once an hour, and then after a while comes back to life. Thanks for sharing your opinion. Rendered by PID 18324 on r2-app-00b7f574b435e5980 at 2021-02-20 09:16:26.131849+00:00 running 8d94f57 country code: US. Shure's earphones are meant to be worn with the cable strung over your ears, around the back of your head and down your back. That's also something I want to avoid because it's a pain in the ass not having headphones when you need them. They have the same angled earbuds to better fit the contours of your ears and a pseudo-ear-hook design that makes them a stable choice for sports. I remember the foam tips having better tonality but they degrade fairly quickly and I don't find them as comfortable. They block out A LOT of sound. Silicone tips are sturdy. Shure SE-215 - PREFACE. I got three pairs of Jays that died while still under warranty. Reviewed in Japan on March 9, 2020. Theyve survived a wash in the washingmachine. Amps aren't necessary as a result for these in ears. If I'd have to guess they held up for maybe 2000 hours before the right one gave up. It is pretty strong and robust and has survived all these years but sometimes it cuts out (known issue). Thanks for the advice. They were very dark sounding, and the bass seemed muddy to me, not punchy. No clue about orchestra, though. Would recommend them highly. 1 point2 points3 points 6 years ago (0 children). and join one of thousands of communities. Look into the RHA's. You will always have second guesses before you buy a pair of headphones and these are definitely, definitely worth it! Rest assured that this is not due to any safety issue. Or maybe you were asking /u/Fallen_horizon ? Shure SE215 Wired Sound Isolating Earbuds, Clear Sound, Single Driver, Secure In-Ear Fit, Detachable Cable, Durable Quality, Compatible with Apple & Android Devices - Black 4.3 out of 5 stars 925 $100.25 $ 100 . I use the silicone tips, and these things sound spectacular for everything that I listen to. The K10 is a horrible example to throw out, that's >10x more expensive, there are many "entry level" IEMs that have been widely considered to be preferable to the SE215: For the established competition, Vsonic GR07 Classic Edition is $109, RHA MA750 is $120, and Yamaha EPH-100 is $130. [–]kelvinlucSennheiser Momentum, KZ ZS3|ES3|ZSA, AirPods 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (0 children), RE-400's are supposed to be really good, you probably simply didn't like the sound signature (or the durability). These are pretty common issues too. what about female vocalists, classical--piano/orchestra? They have since broke, but they had an amazing soundstage and were fairly natural. Foam tips less so. I freaking love this topping nx4! crinacle's Ranked IEM List (over 274 Entries), EQ information and settings for many headphones, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtyVdC7E6Wo. Shure has been in the headphones game for a while, and you should check them out. To be fair, I did use them a lot. Great build, great isolation and comfort, but they gave me a headache every time I tried them. Shure SE215-CL is one of the best iem under $100 which has all the great features that an iem should have . but because they sound pretty darned good. [–]mynamejesse1334The Schittier the amp, the better 0 points1 point2 points 6 years ago (1 child), i have not used the 315's, but did a ton of research especially comparing them to the 215's when i was deciding on my next purchase, i absolutely LOVED my Ostry's. I don't sleep with music on :) (at least, not anymore). SE215 Videos Compatible With What Moves You Shure SE Sound Isolating Earphones How to Properly Fit and Wear Shure Earphones How to Change Shure Earphone Sleeves How to Clean Earphones Understanding Earphone & Headphone Specifications In-Ear Monitoring Basics Bluetooth isn't the answer to everything. IEM Makers: "What should we make our TOTL model look like?" In the beginning, I was really careful with the 215's but later on I kinda abused them by accidentally getting the cabel stuck on various places. They pretty much rock all kinds of music, albeit a bit lackluster in the highs.