I've been working to tune rigs at home using my Kemper rack and Atomic CLR wedge. I really like what I am getting. The problem is that when I play live, things sound very different (harsh) in my IEMs (Future Sonic G10s) through the Aviom system (we are going all-direct with no on-stage speakers). I am coming to the conclusion that it must be my IEMs or the Aviom unit. The G10s aren't cheap necessarily but the aren't an expensive, custom set either. So my question is, what IEMs do you recommend? I've been reading up on the Westone UM Pro 50 which looks like a good step up. Others in the sub $1000 range? Worth the investment? Thanks.
Recommended IEMs for live use?
- crockwell
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I've used IEMs for the past 10 years. My first set was Westone, and I now use 64 Audio. I'm a firm believer in the tight seal provided by custom ear molds - the 'universal fit' ear pieces never got the job done for me.
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Using 64audio v6 model bloody awesome and couldn't imagine doing a gig without them
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Using 64audio v6 model bloody awesome and couldn't imagine doing a gig without them
Same here!
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I've been using Shure SE535s for six years with great results. It's not the Aviom.
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Another 64 audio user, A8 customs. Very good sound!
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I went on the 64 Audio site and did not find a "v" model only A and U
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I went on the 64 Audio site and did not find a "v" model only A and U
they have discontinued the V model
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I wonder what the difference is
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The A series have the ADEL technology that acts like a second ear drum to help protect your hearing
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Cool thanks
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No worries
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Ultimate Ears UE11pro, from 2007 to 2012.
Cinepaq C4 from 2012 to 2017.
Ultimate Ears UE11pro, from 2017 to........ -
JH13v2 from J Harvey. Sound great and have extra bass level control built into the cables.
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I am quite happy with my shure se215 but when I look at what you are talking about the are probably way too low-end for you guys.
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I am quite happy with my shure se215 but when I look at what you are talking about the are probably way too low-end for you guys.
Don't knock it! ... the 215s are fine. When the cable went on mine (still works but scruffy - will probably replace and keep as spare) I bought a set of 425s which did improve the sound (only slightly) but the comfort went up dramatically.
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Don't knock it! ... the 215s are fine. When the cable went on mine (still works but scruffy - will probably replace and keep as spare) I bought a set of 425s which did improve the sound (only slightly) but the comfort went up dramatically.
Ok, what is it that makes the 425 so much more comfortable? They look very similar in pictures..
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Ok, what is it that makes the 425 so much more comfortable? They look very similar in pictures..
Good question ... I'll compare them when I get to the gig (this afternoon) Off the top of my head the 425s don't have that "There's something stuck in my ear" feeling ... I may have used different buds, in which case the 215s could be altered with a different bud!
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I've got a set of Westone UM10's that sound pretty darn good. A lot less bass than the SE215's and good clear mids. I like them for guitar. For bass/drums the SE215's would probably be better.
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I've got a set of Westone UM10's that sound pretty darn good. A lot less bass than the SE215's and good clear mids. I like them for guitar. For bass/drums the SE215's would probably be better.
Aren't the 215 considered as linear? At least I have read that. And I don't think they are bassy at all and I play a sevenstring guitar
