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Announced at CES 2009 to be available sometime in the spring, the SE115 are an upgrade to Shure's lowest end set of earphones the SE110. Touting added bass as the major enhancement to the pair, the new model is available in black, red, pink and blue. Featuring a dynamic driver (which was originally used in the much bulkier Shure E2), the SE115 retains the smaller body of the original SE110. Its sound signature is explained as leaning towards the "fun and bassy" rather than the "cool and neutral" - so those looking for a more natural sound may wish to look elsewhere.
MSRP $119.99
Release date March, 2009
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Competitors
MSRP $149.00
Released May, 2006
The Etymotic ER6i is a mid-priced isolating canalphone. Featuring the same balanced driver technology used in their more expensive ER4 design, the ER6 also shares the same unbeatable isolation as the rest of the Etymotic line. At $149, these are a great option for high fidelity travel and on-the-go listening, with unsurpassed background noise...
Shure SE115
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Etymotic Research ER6i
MSRP $115.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- dynamic driver adds punch to lower frequencies
- combines MDR's superior bass with much-needed midrange & treble
- Comes with 3 sizes of ear adapters
Cons
- dynamic driver requires body to have irregular, unattractive shape
- no isolation; effects the sound negatively
- Sony is not known for their earphones
Shure SE115
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Sony MDR-EX500SL
MSRP $110.00
Released October, 2008
Pros
- 2-year warranty
- good brand name
- canalphone design eliminates ambient noise making listening experience healthier and more enjoyable
Cons
- noise canceling effect can be dangerous if used without caution
- hard to find / poor naming conventions
- expensive
Shure SE115
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Sennheiser CX 400-II G4ME
MSRP $115.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- three ear tip sizes
- 2 year warranty
- short 2 foot cable with 2.5 foot extender
Cons
- expensive
- plain basic aesthetic
- no case included
Shure SE115
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Sennheiser CX 550 Style II
MSRP $79.99
Released April, 2009
Pros
- 2-year limited warranty
- affordable for the majority of consumers
- canalphone design eliminates outside noise without need for batteries or manipulation of the sound output
- include carrying case and cleaning tool
Cons
- uses very glossy and reflective materials - much like other Klipsch models
- not all that upgraded from the cheaper Klipsch Image S2
Shure SE115
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Klipsch Image S4
MSRP $129.99
Released October, 2008
Pros
- large 13.5mm dynamic drivers
- comfortable silicon ear buds
- sound good for a variety of music
Cons
- oddly shaped to make room for drivers
- more expensive than the Shure SE210s
- wiring isn't very durable
Shure SE115
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Sony EX-500LP
MSRP $100.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- available in a variety of colours
- interchangeable tip sizes for a more comfortable fit
Shure SE115
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Audio-Technica ATH-CK6W
MSRP $80.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- includes some noise isolation
- 3 sizes of silicon tips for best fit
- Very good bass and overall sound quality
Cons
- noise isolation is potentially dangerous
Shure SE115
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Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220
MSRP $50.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- includes some noise isolation
- 3 sizes of silicon tips for best fit
Cons
- noise isolation is potentially dangerous
Shure SE115
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Ultimate Ears MetroFi 170
MSRP $149.95
Released December, 2008
Pros
- affordable price
- three sizes of ear tip for better comfort and seal
- outside noise isolation - makes it easier to enjoy your music, and saves your hearing at the same time
Cons
- made by Monster Cable
- SATA cables
- endorsed by a celebrity
Shure SE115
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Beats In-Ear Headphones
MSRP $79.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- blocks external noise - allowing listeners to enjoy at lower volume levels
- dual drivers for better reproduction of the full audible spectrum
- three sizes of tips for better comfort and isolation
Cons
- can't share them with your friends
- look the same as the regular iBuds
- isolation is potentially dangerous
Shure SE115
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Apple In-Ear Headphones
MSRP $139.00
Released --
The Etymotic ER6 is a mid-priced isolating canalphone. Featuring the same balanced driver technology used in their more expensive ER4 design, the ER6 also shares the same unbeatable isolation as the rest of the Etymotic line. At $139, these are a great option for high fidelity travel and on-the-go listening, with unsurpassed background noise...
Shure SE115
vs.
Etymotic Research ER6
Shure SE115
vs.
Ultimate Ears Super.fi 3 Studio
MSRP $79.99
Released --
Based on the same body as Ultimate Ears' more expensive Super.fi 5 Pro and Tripple.fi 10 Pro, the Ultimate Ears Super.fi 3 Studio was the highest end, and most popular Super.fi 3 line, now defunct. Featuring a single driver armature design, the Super.fi 3 Studio features the same top-notch isolation as the rest of...
Shure SE115
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Ultimate Ears Metro.fi 2
Reviews
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Pros
- available in 4 colours
- utilizes a dynamic driver for added bass/punch
- affordable price
- good isolation
- "fun" sound signature
- modular cable allows for inline accessories
- wide range of earbuds/tips
- good carry case
- over-the-ear cable design reduces microphonics
Cons
- not as neutral as the SE110 or SE210
- requires extension for normal use
- larger headphone body than most
- in-ear-monitors may fell uncomfortable for some
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Pros
- available in 4 colours
- utilizes a dynamic driver for added bass/punch
- affordable price
- retains the same small body as the rest of the SE series
Cons
- not as neutral as the SE110 or SE210
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