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Reddit mentions of Etymotic Research ER3XR Extended Response High Performance In-Ear Earphones (Detachable Balanced Armature Drivers, Noise Isolating, High Accuracy, Robust Low Frequencies)
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 7
We found 7 Reddit mentions of Etymotic Research ER3XR Extended Response High Performance In-Ear Earphones (Detachable Balanced Armature Drivers, Noise Isolating, High Accuracy, Robust Low Frequencies). Here are the top ones.
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Enhanced and extended bass response. Sensitivity (@1 kHz) SPL at 0.1v-102 dBPrecision machined metal bodies; high performance balanced Armature micro-drivers4ft reinforced detachable cables with 3.5mm Gold Plated stereo Plug and MMCX connectorsAssorted ear tips for 35-42db of external noise isolation; 120dB Max outputFrequency Response - 20 Hz - 16 kHz and Impedance - 22 Ohms
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 7 Inches |
| Length | 2 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | May 2018 |
| Size | Standard |
| Weight | 0.03968320716 Pounds |
| Width | 3.75 Inches |
As a drummer, I've found it's really tough to get a pair of IEM's with a good seal without breaking the bank. Drummers move around a lot, and that causes most of the universal sets to pop out of the ear canal pretty easily. The best I found that weren't custom were from Etymotic:
https://www.amazon.com/Etymotic-ER3XR-Extended-Response-Earphones/dp/B076652HPH/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=etymotic+earphones&qid=1555418908&s=gateway&sr=8-4
The three-tiered silicone tips they use sit pretty deep in the ear canal and seal pretty well. Downside is that they get really damn uncomfortable after an hour or two of use. My original Shure's were more comfortable to wear, but the seal always broke, and by the end of a gig, my ears were hurting.
In the end, I saved up and sunk some cash into a pair of AE3's from 64 Audio. I'll never switch back to universals, the difference is astonishing. If you can swing it, go the custom route. Your ears will thank you.
For insane isolation nothing beats Etymotic IEMs.
You have two options:
The most common issue with headphone durability is the cable attachment. That is why many of us, such as myself, will no longer buy headphones without detachable cables. In that price bracket, your best options are the GR07 Bass Edition (detachable version), the Ikko OH1, or the Etymotic ER3XR. The GR07 and the ER3XR are the closest in sound signature to your MSR7s, but the GR07 do also have a reputation of the housing needing to be reglued every once in a while. The most durable of the three will likely be the ER3XR as they have a metal housing. It would probably be my recommendation if durability is your #1 concern. Purchase links for all three can be found below:
GR07
OH1
ER3XR
Why do earplugs need such concha complications?
Why aren't you just using normal pharmacy foam earplugs?
If you want something reusable you could try music concert earplugs that reduce certain damaging sounds.
Etymotic concert earplugs
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015QL3ADG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_EhwIDbHKF0QBP
Earasers High Fidelity Earplugs https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L4LKQK2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.hwIDb8FNY19N
Also Etymotic brands earphones are famous for blocking sound while being headphones. (when using their triple-flange silicone tips)
Etymotic ER3XR Extended Response Balanced Armature In-Ear Earphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076652HPH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DnwIDbM7764KH
Etymotic is famed for clarify, details
https://www.amazon.com/Etymotic-ER3XR-Extended-Response-Earphones/dp/B076652HPH/?th=1
If you end up not digging them, checkout the etymotic ER3XRs. Amazing company and amazing headphones:
Etymotic ER3XR Extended Response Balanced Armature In-Ear Earphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076652HPH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_DZg7CbD9X5XWY
ER3XR on sale for $140 right now.
https://www.amazon.com/Etymotic-ER3XR-Extended-Response-Earphones/dp/B076652HPH