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Oh, isn't it supposed to be really expensive when compared with the E2 and UM1?

The layout of the headphone with the box. The inspiration at that time must have came from the headphones.

Then there might be a smaller market. If Creative doesn't have agood brand name in the area, they still go bust. sigh

Come to think of it, it seems rather emotional, given the circumstances at that time. Here's my analysis: Who can say for certain Maybe you're still here I feel you all around me Your memories so clear Deep in the stillness I can hear you speak You're still an inspiration --> Death for the victims, so surreal, yet still real. Can it be That you are mine Forever love And you are watching over me from up above -->Loved ones in Heaven. Died, but forever watching over us. Fly me up to where you are Beyond the distant star I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for awhile to know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are --> So close, so close and yet so far (I like dreaming) Are you gently sleeping Here inside my dream And isn't faith believing All power can't be seen --> They are not here (in disbelief) As my heart holds you Just one beat away I cherish all you gave me everyday 'Cause you are mine Forever love Watching me from up above --> remembering the fond times they had together And I believe That angels breathe And that love will live on and never leave --> Death will not do us part Fly me up To where you are Beyond the distant star I wish upon tonight To see you smile If only for awhile To know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are --> Same as the previous chorus I know you're there A breath away's not far To where you are --> Indeed, a breath away's not far, to where you are, given the frailty of life. How's the Literature analysis?

Actually, the photos are quite "arty". Rather special.

Enjoy this article from Engadget! Simply love some of the comments there. Engadget Article

All cinemas are like that. Loud volumes make lousier sound systems sound better.

Isn't this posted on Headfi? Wow. http://www6.head-fi.org/forums/showthread.php?t=180319

Double post. Oops.

Remembered one more: Love me by Collin Raye. Simply beautiful.

Definitely have, though that was many years ago with my parents. They were saying something like "please stay on, or else I'll lose my bonus". Seemed more like "you'd better stay on, or else you'll get into serious trouble around here" Most likely, you'll have to sit through an hour and later become "coaxed" into buying another travel package and maybe even an overseas apartment. Rather save up for better headphones.

Tears in Heaven by Eric Clapton. Not really tears, but more of it being able to bring forth your emotions and take a step back. Must really read the lyrics though, the words are not too clear (sounds like Eric Clapton is really emotional there, grieving over his son's death)

Never tried the ER6i before, nor any ER IEMs to be exact. Can't find them, but a few posts in certain threads have been promoting the UM1 as the best sub $200 IEM. The ER6i is slightly more than $200 though.

Well, for a sub $50 canalphone, they are really not too bad. Then again, the science of audio perfection is all in the ears of the beholder. Under $100? I'll go for a full sized or supra-aural headphone, better value for money, squeezes the most from your money at this range.

I'll bid. $40 000 can buy me a UE10, R10 and Omega II, with money to spare.

The noise isolation is really lousy, compared with IEMs (for the HQ-1700s, almost the same as FC7) . Haven't tried other supra-aurals yet. Anyway, it looks quite cool when not worn (foldable, shiny, reflective), but is really quite weird looking when worn, as the metal part protrudes out from beside your head.

Oh... No wonder it looks so similar to an audio technica in a Headfi thread. Wow, thanks.

Will do so, when I have time, soon.

Battle of the 'phones Basic introduction I ain't no expert in the study of headphones, but would just like to give my very own review. (My very first! ) All headphones are tested without amplifers and are unmodified UM1 It's been at least 3 weeks (if I am not wrong), since I got the UM1, so I can be considered rather aquainted with it. No burn in required, balanced armature drivers are used in this. (costs: $170 after 10% discount) HQ-1700 Got it in December. Only partially burnt in (30+ hours before I gave up waiting), but the sound is definitely different from when I got it at first. The only Supra-aural headphone in this "battle". (costs: $49 at CreativeFest and member special $20 discount) EP-630 Definitely the "veteran" amongst the 'phones in this line up. Got it 2 Creative Fests ago. That is slightly less than a year ago. Fully burnt in through normal usage. (costs: $49 at CreativeFest) COMFORT Perhaps one of the most important factors in a headphone (other than sound quality). I personally feel that the UM1s are the most comfortable of the lot. A lot has been said about Westone having some of the most comfy phones, and I agree whole-heartedly. I have tried them with the long and short comply foams which come with the UM1 plus the Shure clear flex foam (which I feel, are great. Once you get used to them, you'll forget they are there.) Didn't get the tri-flanges after being dissuaded. The EP-630s come in close second, with their soft silicon sleeves. No matter what you do though, you can still "feel" them there. No painful though. The HQ-1700 comes in last in this catergory, being a Supra-aural headphone. Ears get warm after a period of use. Needless to say, you'll always feel them on your head. UM1: 3 points EP-630: 2 points HQ-1700: 1 point Portability UM1 and EP-630s tie for this catergory, being IEMs. The HQ-1700 is last. Imagine using it on a hot day. Your ears will be completely wet with sweat (rhymes!). UM1: 3 points EP-630: 3 points HQ-1700: 1 point Isolation Sorry, no surprizes, the UM1 takes first, EP-630 second, and HQ-1700, having virtually no isolation, third. With the UM1, you can feel your heart beating (true, with comply tips). With the EP-630, you'll have to listen carefully to hear what others are saying. With the HQ-1700s, you'll have to listen carefully to hear what the song is like (in a train, at normal, about half of the maximum, volumes). UM1: 3 points EP-630: 2 points HQ-1700: 1 point Sound Quality The UM1 is supposed to take this easily with its high price tag(not really though, compared to the Shure E3 and E4 and ER6i, but relative to the other two headphones, it is quite expensive) The UM1 has a rather "tight" bass, and sound really good with small drums. Music also comes very much alive in this phone. Beautiful, smooth trebles lead me to believe that this is more of a treble phone. (EDIT: MOST WOULD DISAGREE, BUT THIS IS MAINLY DUE TO THE FACT THAT I LISTENED TO BASS-HEAVY HEADPHONES ONLY IN THE PAST) Soundstage can be felt, though not to such a large extent. The sound is great when you listen to it in a quiet environment (some noise still leak in despite the isolation), especially, as the silent parts sounds so creepy, given that you cannot hear a single thing. Details can be heard very well (perhaps due to the isolation also). I can even play music at the minimum volume on both my Panasonic CDP and Zen Micro EP-630s are last, as expected in this category. The music sounds rather "dead", compared to the UM1, but with stock buds, the definitely sound better. Bass is much less "tight" than the UM1. Nevertheless, it sounds quite good for its price. I can even play music close to the minimum volume on both my Panasonic CDP and Zen Micro (4 or 5 on a scale of 25) HQ-1700 are as good, if not better than the UM1. Very much a bass headphone. There is much impact from drums (which is rather cool). Soundstaging is great. I can hear where the instruments and voices are coming from. Must be played in a very quiet environment though, in order to experience it in full splendor. Music is really detailed and I can understand/decipher most of what is sung. UM1: 2 points EP-630: 1 point HQ-1700: 3 points Overall value for money Rather shocking that the HQ-1700s sound better, though they are less comfortable, but for their price, they are really good. The UM1s are the best commuting/travel phones in this line up., but their steeper price puts most people off them. The EP-630 gives a big bang for the buck, being one of the most "value-for-money" phones available (rated by people around the world). UM1: 2 points EP-630: 3 point HQ-1700: 2 points Total Score: UM1: 16 points EP-630: 11 points HQ-1700: 8 points This review is by no means definite, and is only my personal opinion. The total points don't really mean anything actually. People with different needs buy different headphones, and the 8 that the HQ-1700 gets doesn't mean that it is lousy. It is great for home use, at an affordable price. (Yay! Finished the review , not the best though ) EDIT: Pictures added! All pictures in .gif format for quicker loading time (reason for lousy image quality) EDIT: UM1 reasons

Not too bad a player, but the issue of plugins, or the lack of them, is rather big, considering the "want" good sound quality. Using it now, without X-Fi, and love it for its simplicity and organization. Plugins don't really bother me.

Replaced, all nice and new. Thanks so much.

Here's the competition! Posted it up somewhere else, but tell me what you think of my entry. Especially since I am a Creative fan, not so much a an Apple guy. Presenting the ZenPod ViTo! Definitely the most Creative of the lot, don't you think?

Number 1: Sorry about the statistic problem. Just to give a mental image. Number 2: I am talking of people of both genders. Funny how it turns out to be drifting away to become a discussion on headphones and females.

Honestly speaking, would you approach someone you don't know, but with a pair of high-end phones and strike up a conversation? (sociology question: interacting with strangers)

This is not really a very 'famous' forum though. But for people who like the audio nice, it'll probably be good, better than hardware zone. Imagine this: -I am a member of HWZ (so common). as compared to -I am a member of SGheadphones (wow!)