[Rocket]

Hi Guys,

I recently had my Earsonics SM64 reshelled by Inearz.  I never really liked the universal version of this IEM as I could never get the bass to sound consistent and I had to always adjust them.  I did some research on Headfi and there were a number of options and recommendations regarding reshelling IEM's.  The most positive feedback was Inearz and their prices appears quite good ie. $125US.

The reshelling service took about 6 weeks to complete and I received them last week from the US (I live in Australia).  I went for the basic version ie. acrylic, black with Inearz letter in gold.  I had mouldings taken from an audiologist locally (cost $50) and sent them to Inearz. The fit and finish of the product is very good and it looks very professional.  The sound is very good and does not appear to have changed except that the bass is now deep and I don't have to continually adjust the IEM's to get good quality sound.

Anyway, I can recommend Inearz if anyone is interested in having their IEM's reshelled.

Cheers Rod

[Rocket]

Hi Guys,

I just edited my post as 'I can recommend...'.

Has anyone else had their universal item's reshelled and if so were they happy with the result.  I'm over the moon with how much better they sound.

Cheers Rod

[tubesguy2]

Er, you seem to be having recurring problems with your shelling.

[Rocket]

Hi,

Fixed a couple of typos and hopefully the post is clearer now.  I have stupid spelling program and it continually changes the words that I type.  Not sure if anyone is interested in this post but at least I've provided some information relating to reshelling universal iem's.

Cheers Rod

[tubesguy2]

Ugh, spelling programs. It takes me twice as long as it should to send a text because of all of the "helpful" corrections or completions of words by my phone that distract me.

Thanks for the info about Inearz.

[ACHiPo]

I'm still not terribly sure what "reshelling" is, but if it means having in-ear 'phones rebuilt, I've had my Etymotics "rebuilt" 3 times (basically they send you a new set when the wires fatigue after 2-3 years).  I finally broke down about 2 years ago and got earmolds made, which make them a lot more comfortable and also a lot less prone to wax clogging, but no real discernible change in sound.  Last year when my ER4s died again, Etymotic changed their policy so instead of $50 to "rebuild" them they charge $180, so I decided to give their $130 HFS with Kevlar-reinforced wires a shot.  The HFS sound quality is not quite as good as the ER4s, but still very good.  So far the cables have held up.

[Rocket]

Hello,

I guess there are a number of terms that are used for this type of service. Inearz refers to the service as IEMR – Remolding'.  This is for anyone who has a pair of universal IEM's which use comfy plugs or flange type buds etc.  I had the Earsonics SM64's remoulded/reshelled and had some ear impressions done.  The price is $125USD plus options if you chose.  I noticed a distinct improvement in mid/bass response after the SM64's were remoulded/reshelled.

Cheers Rod

[dB Cooper]

I have tried every type of tip I know of for my Ety Hf's- all the included tips plus the Comply's, even customs. They all give about the same degree of isolation (even the customs) and they are all a little tricky to fit right (in my ears anyway) (again, even the customs). The customs make me think "Is this what I paid for?" when I put them on, but I have found that "chewing" for a bit, and some time, help them settle in. I think warming up from body heat makes them expand just enough to make a good seal?

UltimateEars is now making their custom products using a 3D printing process, which is interesting.

[Rocket]

Hi,

This is the issue that I had with my universal iem's.  I tried all the different types of tips and they didn't satisfy me.  Now that the iem's are custom made the SQ is far better.  Much deeper bass and isolation is great.  It only cost $125USD plus having moulds made by an audiologist.

I'm currently looking at some of the custom iem's.

Cheers Rod

[dB Cooper]

Some of the interchangeable universal tips had good comfort and isolation but were not durable. Customs seem to be the only way to combine comfort, isolation, and durability.

No budget for audio right now but I covet the Shure 535 due to their replaceable cabling and rep for first rate SQ. Some day, hopefully soon...