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Thanks. I have access to a vulcan and T4 amp -- now to track down a H140...

Thanks again. So the potential from improvement is there, but also the potential to mess up the SQ if I get the amp<->IEM synergy wrong. Is the ipod the option if I want something with a line-out?

Hi charlie, thanks for your input. If we take convenience and cost out of the equation, do you think there is real improvement in SQ if I go for a amp/player combination vs Cowon D2+?

Amazing talent. Really like her material, but strangely not "The Gift" album...

Hi All, I'm currently using a Cowon D2+ with Westone UM2/UM3X and need advice on moving to the next level of sound quality. I listen to all types of music, except dance, country and rock, and find the Cowon/Westone combination works well, but I am looking for more defintion in the highs. I see my options as: 1. Sell Cowon, then buy new amp + player with line-out. Suggestions of new player and amp? 2. Keep Cowon, and go for custom canals with the UM3X. The ES3X is not an option due to cost. Option 1. will cost more, but I plan to sell the Cowon and UM2 (PM me if you are interested!) to finance this option -- with top-up, that leaves me with $700-800 for a new player and amp. Which route gives more bang for my $? If I go option 1, will $800 get me a player/amp combination that will thump the Cowon?

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I meant landed in Singapore, not necessarily at SE.

Sorry for asking, but what were the transparent blue earpieces? Landed...

Farle @ Funan Centre sell a high grade full leather case (made by Cowon for their D2 and D2+ models). It's quite pricey (~$60). Alternatively, there are quality 3rd party leather case selling for less ($28 inclusive of shipping to Singapore) on ebay from South Korea sellers.

Thanks Mark. Sounds like the Westone 3 are superior at both ends of the scales (expected at the price!).

OT again, how would you discribe the fundamental differences between the Westone UM2 and Westone 3?

Cowon D2+, but if metal/rock/trance is your thing, give the Sony S7xx series or Zen x-fi a try.