guzziguy Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 JH13 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spritzer Posted June 13, 2016 Report Share Posted June 13, 2016 I have the HF5's and they are quite nice. Silly level of isolation and perfect for casual music listening. Funny story about them, my regular walks usually take me through the grounds of the presidential residence. This is Iceland so no guards but the presidents chauffeur stopped me a while back for a chat (we know each other enough to say hi). He said "I tried calling for you yesterday but you didn't reply. I thought you were so full of yourself that you didn't want to chat!" I showed him the HF5's and just how much they isolate... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellylh Posted June 14, 2016 Report Share Posted June 14, 2016 So which one do I want, the ER4PT? Or should I just get the HF5? I like the ER4P a lot better than the HF5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt Peanuts Posted June 22, 2016 Report Share Posted June 22, 2016 (edited) On 6/12/2016 at 8:03 PM, shellylh said: By the way, there is a ER4 upgrade option on this page. "For a limited time you may upgrade from the ER4 microPro Earphones to the ER4SR or ER4XR Earphones. Details available soon." http://www.etymotic.com/consumer/earphones/er4-new.html Unfortunately, not much of a deal for out-of-warranty ER4 (especially when you factor in the shipping cost to/from Etymotics). I think I'll wait for the price on ER4SR/XR to come down and just keep my ER4S as a backup. Quote ER•4 Upgrade Options Available July 1, 2016 On July 1, 2016, you will have an opportunity to upgrade your ER4 Earphones (ER4B, ER4P-T, ER4S) to the NEW ER4SR or ER4XR earphones. All purchases are new stock. No products have been opened, pre-owned or reconditioned. This program is limited only to the ER•4 microPro Earphones (ER4B, ER4PT or ER4S). No exceptions. Upgrade Option 1 Purchases made within the last six months. If you purchased an ER4B, ER4P-T or ER4S in the last six months January 1, 2016 thru June 30, 2016 from an authorized Etymotic reseller, you can purchase the NEW ER4SR or ER4XR earphone for $75. Original ER4 product must be returned. Proof of purchase is required. Valid for purchases made between January 1, 2016 and June 30, 2016. Upgrade Option 2 In-Warranty. If you purchased an ER4B, ER4P-T or ER4S from an authorized Etymotic reseller within the 2-year warranty period, you can purchase the NEW ER•4SR or ER4XR earphones for $225. Original ER4 product must be returned. Proof of purchase is required. Valid for in-warranty product only. If it’s determined that your original ER4 earphone is not covered under warranty (add warranty policy link here), you can purchase a new ER4SR or ER4XR earphone as outlined in Option 3. Upgrade Option 3 Out-of-Warranty. If you own an ER4B, ER4P-T or ER4S, you can purchase the NEW ER4XR or ER4SR earphones for $275. Original ER4 product must be returned. Proof of purchase not required. Customer-damaged or modified products that are not covered under Etymotic's warranty policy are eligible for this upgrade option. Shipping charges Shipping charges and tax apply (where applicable). Shipping is calculated by UPS based on shipping from Etymotic Research (Zip Code 60007) to the delivery address on the order. All available shipping options for your order are presented in the cart. Actual delivery times are at the discretion of UPS. Tracking information from UPS will be emailed to the email address listed on the order when the order is shipped. You are responsible for Customs Fees which are not included in the shipping charges. Etymotic Research does not have control over these charges and cannot estimate what they may be. Edited June 22, 2016 by Salt Peanuts 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullguise Posted June 22, 2016 Report Share Posted June 22, 2016 (edited) Thanks Haj. I'll likely get the new ones anyway, I really like what I'm reading about them; and I'll keep my older 4P's for a backup. I may wait and see if they go on Amazon soon, I have a gift card credit from Father's Day! Edited June 22, 2016 by skullguise 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robm321 Posted June 22, 2016 Report Share Posted June 22, 2016 (edited) I'll probably keep my ER4S too since its only $75 minus shipping. I'm going for the SR, I think. Edited June 22, 2016 by robm321 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shellylh Posted June 22, 2016 Report Share Posted June 22, 2016 (edited) 2 hours ago, Salt Peanuts said: Unfortunately, not much of a deal for out-of-warranty ER4 (especially when you factor in the shipping cost to/from Etymotics). I think I'll wait for the price on ER4SR/XR to come down and just keep my ER4S as a backup. This! I may get a pair of the ER4SR. I wonder if they did anything to quiet down the cord. It's too bad they didn't make them more comfortable. I hate that the ER4 stick so far out of the ears. Ok, here is what EtyDave says about the new cable: "The cable material is different than the older model. It's a bit softer and more supple (*cough* marketing term) than the old cable so it feels nicer in the hand than the old cable. Preliminary feedback has been people feel it's slightly less microphonic. But realistically, the earphone still seals deep in the bony portion of the ear canal, which doesn't help microphonics. As before, using the shirt clip will help, as will wrapping them over the ear (which is slightly easier than before because we modified the angle of the strain relief)." Edited June 22, 2016 by shellylh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnaud Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 I am really getting itchy about getting some ER4SR or XR. Not quite the deal starting from nothing but I have grown sick and tired of my crappy bose ANC earphones. They isolate great and are comfy but that really is it. Built as great as every other pos Bose makes, that is one of the drivers rattling during heavy when under stress from anc circuit, iPhone controls busted after a few months etc... I'd rather listen to my apple EarPods than this if it wasn't for the isolation. I tested ER4P (I think) and thought it was a bargain in the midsts of 1kUSD iems. 3 years later I think the average price fotm iems is more like 1.5kUSD to 2k so that makes me even more tempted to just go the single BA old-fashioned way ;-). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexicanDragon Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 Just get both and let us know how they are. **BRENT** Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpelg Posted June 23, 2016 Report Share Posted June 23, 2016 (edited) For existing ER4 owners, I'm not seeing the compelling reason to get a new model, especially at or near retail. Edited June 23, 2016 by jpelg 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n_maher Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 2 hours ago, jpelg said: For existing ER4 owners, I'm not seeing the compelling reason to get a new model, especially at or near retail. Agree, 100%. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadhead Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 I too am unwilling to "sell" my ER4P back to them for $75. I will keep an eye if I can get them on sale somewhere but I barely use in ears anymore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullguise Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 From reading, it sounds like the new ones are better-sounding; the praise seems pretty much unanimous, thinking beyond FOTM type of enthusiasm. I'm definitely going to get a pair (most likely the SR's), but yeah if I can avoid retail cost somehow I'll do that. Sale, or using my gift balance @ Amazon....not in a rush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robm321 Posted June 24, 2016 Report Share Posted June 24, 2016 I'm still going to get it too. For one, I appreciate the company and how they are keeping prices reasonable, unlike most of the others. So, I don't mind rewarding that. My ER4S is old. I wouldn't mind a new one, and it appears to hit even closer to neutral. Its not a reasonable upgrade, but very few of my audio purchases make financial sense. So, Ima get the SR. Also, no rush, hoping for a discount. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MexicanDragon Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 http://www.elusivedisc.com/Esoteric/products/1967/&utm_source=email&utm_medium=special 50% or more off Esoteric SACDs and box sets. **BRENT** 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emelius Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 Parasound Zdac v.2 Compact DAC/Preamp/Headphone Amp In Silver Finish, Regular $549, Our Price $299.99 via Audio Advisor... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aardvark baguette Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 On 6/24/2016 at 9:45 PM, MexicanDragon said: http://www.elusivedisc.com/Esoteric/products/1967/&utm_source=email&utm_medium=special 50% or more off Esoteric SACDs and box sets. **BRENT** good lord, they're doing jazz now? glad i got out when i did. what an evil nerd tax. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skullguise Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 Unfortunately, the jazz ones weren't on sale. I would love to try the Blue Note reissues..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 10 hours ago, emelius said: Parasound Zdac v.2 Compact DAC/Preamp/Headphone Amp In Silver Finish, Regular $549, Our Price $299.99 via Audio Advisor... Wanted to snag one but they were all sold out when I went to their site. Congrat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emelius Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PAZDACV2&variation=SIL might be back...now says ships in 3 to 5 days... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt Peanuts Posted July 13, 2016 Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 On July 12, 2016 at 1:34 AM, emelius said: http://www.audioadvisor.com/prodinfo.asp?number=PAZDACV2&variation=SIL might be back...now says ships in 3 to 5 days... Actually in stock right now. Very tempting. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
morphsci Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 Yep, ordered one and it will be here Saturday. 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swt61 Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 Having owned the original ZDAC for about 4 years now, I think you'll be quite pleased. Quite a bargain IMO. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvdunhill Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 Unfortunately, the jazz ones weren't on sale. I would love to try the Blue Note reissues..... Still more expensive than ordering from Japan. I am glad to grab anything you are interested in! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purk Posted July 14, 2016 Report Share Posted July 14, 2016 (edited) 14 hours ago, morphsci said: Yep, ordered one and it will be here Saturday. I need a DAC with a USB input for work so I placed an order as well. Probably will get here early next week. Is the ZDAC really that good for the price? USB is capped at 24/96. Edited July 14, 2016 by purk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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