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Shure SE530 Sound Isolating Earphones | 
 enlarge | Brand: Shure
Category: CE
List Price: $499.00
Buy New: $301.00
You Save: $198.00 (40%)
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Rating:  51 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8 x 10 x 6
The SE530 and SE530PTH mark the bridge from the classic E Series line, to the new line of Sound Isolating Earphones from Shure (SE Models). Evolved from personal monitor technology road-tested by pro musicians and fine-tuned by Shure engineers, the SE530PTH and SE530 earphones deliver unparalleled acoustic accuracy. Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers, one tweeter and dual woofers, deliver an expansive sound stage with full-bodied bass?for an auditory experience rivaled only by live performances.
Warranty: 2 years warranty
MPN: SE530
Model: SE530
UPC: 042406143219
EAN: 0042406143219
ASIN: B000O8ENQK
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: BRAND NEW FACTORY SEALED- EXCHANGES ONLY IF IT IS DEFECTIVE. IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO BUY IT AND KEEP IT, PLEASE LOOK ELSEWHERE AS TOO MANY PEOPLE ARE BUYING TO TRY AND RETURNING.
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| Features:
| • | Triple speakers for sound that rivals live performance | | • | Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers: Dedicated Tweeter and Dual Woofers | | • | Sound Isolation Technology reduces background noise better than noise-cancelling headphones, without batteries or added hiss | | • | Premium Fit Kit including a selection of interchangeable sleeves for personalized, comfortable fit; 3' extension cable; 9" cable; premium carrying case; volume control; " adapter; airline adapter | | • | Modular Cable Design lets users choose different cable lengths to suit different music player locations (armband, pocket etc.) |
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Product Description
Pure audio precision--the SE530 uses Triple TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers to create an expansive sound stage. A dedicated tweeter ensures that highs and mids are incredibly accurate and detailed, while dedicated dual woofers provide balanced, full-bodied bass. The Push-To-Hear Control (included with the SE530PTH) adjusts levels of external sound for maximum intelligibility.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 46 more reviews...
 61 years old with hearing loss September 6, 2008
As stated I have about 50% hearing loss with sever tinnitus (ringing in the ears), so I was not sure if getting "the best" in ear headphones was such a good investment for me. Would I really be able to discern a major difference in quality between these $500 (I actually payed $324 from Amazon for the Shure SE530PTH) headphones and the ear buds that came with my iPhone?
Well the SE530PTH did not restore my hearing and the ringing in the ears is still there but even I could easily discern the difference in sound quality and I am thrilled with the way my music sounds. I clearly hear the deep base notes and the high notes are clean and crisp to my ailing ears. I only have to turn the volume about one quarter compared to full volume with the iPhone buds.
Now I realize comparing the SE530 to the iPhone ear buds is probably not a fair comparison but that is not the point. Based on a thorough web search there is no argument that the SE530 is second to none in terms of sound quality. The question was would someone with serious hearing problems be able to benefit from this quality improvement or should they save their money and just stick with a cheap but decent pair of ear buds?
Some might argue that going half way with better but cheaper headphones would have given me the same results, but that was not an option I wanted to take. If I could tell a significant difference then I wanted the best headphones possible so I could take full advantage of the hearing I had left. I did not want to have any regrets later that I could have done better. I don't have that many years of hearing left so I want to enjoy what I still have to the maximum possible.
I am delighted to say that the money I spent is well worth it. It is a joy for me to listen to music again and it is as if I am right in the middle of the stage with the artist. That is truly a fantastic experience. Just think how it will sound to you who still have most of your hearing. Get this headphone. You will not regret it.
 Awful, Awful, Awful September 3, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I can't believe these ear buds ever made it out of research and development. Sound: Tinny with no base. The sound that should be base is just scratchy noise. I tried using them for listening to audiobooks, but even that sound quality was unacceptable. I am now using my $9.99 Sony In-Ear Headphones. The Sony sound quality is far superior to the Shure SE530s. What an absolute rip off! The lowest rating I can give this product is one star. If I had the option, I would rate this product a negative five stars.
These are the best IEMs as of August 2008, period! August 30, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have used over a dozen top of the line IEMs including the UE10s, Sensaphonics 2XS, UE Triple-Fi's, Etymotic ER4P/S, Westone UM2, Sony EX700LP, Shure SE420, etc.
From my experience, the Shure SE530 not only are the most comfortable, but offer the best sound signature for most listening experiences. Their sound reminds me of the vinyl records I grew up with. It reduces the digital harshness of portable players. And is still good enough to be used in a serious audiophile system.
For the most accurate listening experience I refer you to the Ultimate Ears UE10s....and possibly their newer UE11s which I have not heard. These two IEMs are at least 3 times the money of the Shures. And from my experience are not as comfortable. Think about it, would hard plastic shells be as comfortable as supplanting foam into the ear?
Anyway...I've come to prefer the Shure sound signature overall. The midrange is the best I've heard on a headphone. The sound is extremely smooth. The decay of notes seem to melt into one another as if it were real live music. The soundstage is fairly realistic. Moreso than any other IEM I've heard.
One issue you may have with the Shures, is if you listen to classical music and are very used to extremely open and accurate sound presentations, the Shures may be a little dark for you. I listen to a lot of classical music. I'll tell you this, I too prefer generally and open and extremely airy sound presentation for this, but the Shures handle classical music brilliantly regardless of their airy shortcomings.
For rock, jazz, reggae, hip hop, country......I refer you to these monitors as there is no rival for them. Due to a very honest bass response and beautiful midrange the Shures are most pleasing monitor I have heard for that variety of music. I promise you, that if you are coming from a consumer vantage point of Bose products and other Apple Store offerings, the Shures will make you cry of amazement. The Bose products are very dishonest in their presentation and really cloud the music prefering to emphasize a visceral experience....much like a subwoofer. The Shures are quite visceral in their impact but somehow allow for a much more honest and less boomy presentation. I have never heard a single Bose headphone that would please any listener even half as much as these Shures.
If you are coming from a audiophile standpoint where you are already aware of great audio products and are just doing some IEM comparisons, let me say that if you like the sound of Sennheiser's top of the line products (HD600s / 650s) then you will love how similar the Shures are. The midrange presentation of the Shures may even slightly surpass the Sennheisers, but the Sennheisers have a bit more extended treble range.
Let me also say: IEMS are generally not comfortable. The concept of cramming something in your ear canal is just not a comfortable thought. Shures are about as comfortable as IEMs can get. They come with what is known in the audio world as "Black Olive Foams" these foams contour comfortably to the shape of your canal but have a smooth surface that does not irritate the canal. This is also very important: With whatever ear canal phone you buy DO NOT feel the need to cram the monitor uncomfortably in the canal. You won't do damage to the ear canal of course, BUT I truly believe with the right sleeve on the IEM nozzle, you can achieve a seal just by entering the very opening of the canal. As long as the foam or plastic sleeve is covering the entry of the canal, the bass response will not escape, you don't need to force the monitor uncomfortable up the canal.
Overall, I find that the Shures SE530 are great for the digital generation because their sound presentation simply makes the bright sound of digital mastering these days sound more organic and emotional. Something that has to be heard to be understood.
Also....these IEMs are extremely sensitive, meaning they can get really loud.....use caution, they don't need to be blasted and like most other headphones (and especially IEMs) blasting them for long hours will impact your hearing response if you do it often.
Hope I have been helpful in you deciding on your purchase. I will say this.......there may be a better IEM for some needs, but there certainly is no better all rounder, and in my opinion, the Shures handle no music I've thrown at it poorly.
 Audio Quality Doesn't Justify the Price August 27, 2008
I found the audio a bit dampen. It's not as crisp as the Audio Technica ATH-ANC3 which I own. In fact, I found that to have better audio quality, at about 4 times cheaper the price. Yes, it looks cool but you're really buying it for the audio ability.
Noise cancellation is excellent, via ear buds. It's even better than my Audio Technica, which is using active noise canceling mechanism.
It's mandatory to test it before you buy.
Listen for yourself. Compare it with other earphones.
Reviews can be misleading because people have different standards for audio appreciation.
Shure SE530s: Not that Good. August 25, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
They're bright and transparent but lack in depth because of minimal bass. My UE Super Fi 5 Pro IEMs sound way more full-bodied and balanced. I'm not asking for "booming" bass, just, well ANY bass! I shelled out $300 and change for these "cans" and I feel robbed, to be honest. And the cheap wire that loops over the ears feel as if it's gonna break apart. Also, the sleeves are a pain when it comes 'twisting and pulling' them off.
And their weight is a joke: They feel like earphones you'd buy in a discount dollar store; cheap, crappy, 'MADE IN CHINA' junk. And after a few hours of using them, I'd experience a discomfort behind both of my ears, because Shure decided NOT to use a flexible-metal to fold their cheap wires around both ears. I will be selling these "things" ASAP, for they are an absolute rip-off of the up tenth degree.
And for you people giving these "things" a 4 and 5-star rating, well, you're living in a blissful world of naivete--simply trying to justify your purchase by denying the fact that these "things" are garbage.
They're not worth $500. Hell, they ain't even worth $200--maybe $100. The sound that you get, for the price you pay, is not worth it.
Don't buy 'em, people!
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