Etymotic Research Headset Reviews

"Fantastic sound Replaceable ear tips and filters Solid construction...In ear style may be uncomfortable for some Expensive...Basically, I can differentiate between good sound...If you can’t shell out the big bucks for the ER-4Ps, the Etymotic ER-6...Post your comments here on the Etymotic Research ER-4P and ER-6 Earphone Review......" read more »

"It would be easy to stick Etymotic Research's ER-4S ($299 direct) in your ears, press play, and wonder what makes these earphones so special...But audiophiles who prefer a perceived even (or flat) response throughout the frequency range enjoy the ER-4S not only for its accuracy but for how well each ear's output is matched, two qualities that have made this pair both an industry standard and our Editors' Choice...Like a reference pair of monitors in a recording studio, the ER-4S seeks accuracy in all frequencies rather than adding the embellishments in low and high frequencies many of us are accustomed to hearing from other 'phones...Unlike less-expensive pairs, the ER-4S can easily handle very deep bass without distorting,?it simply doesn't over-boost these frequencies...It's difficult to compare the Etymotic ER-4S to anything else on the market..." read more »

"They?re only $15....Bad sound; bad construction; bad fit....The ER·6 Isolators are comfortable enough, small and lightweight so that they sort of disappear after a few minutes' use...On the plus side, the silicone sleeves that come with the ER·6 Isolators are some of the more comfortable ones we've tried, a little softer than most others and easier to wear for long periods......" read more »

"Excellent sound Outside noise is virtually eliminated Replaceable 3-flange or foam ear tips and filters Solid construction...Worn in the ear, and some won’t find that comfortable...probably because even though they had a better overall design, they still...When we returned to the hotel, I took a look at what came inside the 6i...plugged the 6i Isolators into my player, inserted them into my ears…and was......" read more »

"Few companies make in-canal earphones as superb as Etymotic's, and we rejoiced when we thoroughly tested the company's iPhone-ready hf2 wired headset this week...As with hf2, we were genuinely excited to test EtyBLU, as we had yet to see an iPhone-ready wireless headset worthy of our A-level high recommendation...Callers described EtyBLU as a little below the performance of Plantronics’ less expensive Voyager 520, which we have praised as the best overall Bluetooth headset we’ve tested for the iPhone..." read more »

"The hf2 is a high-fidelity, hands-free noise-isolating headset and earphones combination...Made by Etymotic Research, the people who created in-ear earphones, the hf2 delivers Etymotic's world-renowned sound quality in a comfortable, convenient wireless phone headset, so you'll never miss a call...The HF2 is perfect for your music and movies, as well as for clear, distortion-free voice calling...The hf2 includes the in-ear headset and earphones, assorted eartips so you can find the ones that fit you best, carry pouch and filter changing tool with filters...Other in-the-ear earphone manufacturers do not report accuracy scores, but Etymotic Research has tested all competitive products..." read more »

"Use a foam eartip if a good seal cannot be obtained with a flanged eartip...Roll down or compress foam eartips before inserting...hf5 headset + earphones can be worn with the cables in front or in back of the head..." read more »