Shure E4c-n Sound Isolating Earphones (Black)

Jun 08

Shure E4c-n Sound Isolating Earphones (Black)

Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B000E5EF70
Manufacturer: Shure
Average Customer Review: (From 54 total reviews)
List Price: ~~$319.99~~
Amazon Price: $178.50 (7 new available)
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Features

Highest quality audio experience with your Black ipod Nano or other black MP3 or Sony PSP.
Sound Isolating in-ear design provides exception clarity - you hear only what you want to hear - prevents outside noise from interfering with the music
Dual high-energy micro in-ear speakers with in-line crossover to enhance studio-quality listening
Portable and lightweight design - weighing just over one ounce
Personal fit kit to contour to your ear size - earphones won’t fall out while you’re exercising.

Accessories

Editorial Reviews

Product Description:
The E4C earphones feature a High-Definition driver with Tune Port technology for an ultra-wide frequency soundstage with brilliant highs and extended bass. As the ideal companion to any portable or home audio source, the E4C incorporates the same precision components used by professional musicians to bring incredibly accurate sound with remarkable isolation. The E3G’s in ear design works like an earplug to block background noise naturally. This enables you to listen comfortably at lower volumes, even in loud environments. And unlike bulky headphones utilizing active noise cancellation technology, no artifacts are introduced into your listening experience. Sound isolating earphones are also much smaller and don’t require batteries. The soft, flexible sleeves in the Fit Kit gently contour the inside of the ear for a comfortable, secure fit so that the earphones don’t fall out while you’re exercising. The cable spool inside provides a convenient, tangle-free way to store your earphones. Sensitivity (at 1kHz) - 109 dB SPL/mW Impedance (at 1kHz) - 29 Ohm Cable Length - 1.42m (56 inches) Input Connector - 3.5 mm (1/8 inch) gold-plated stereo plug Unit Weight - 31 gram (1.1 ounces)

Customer Reviews

Most amazing earphone’s I’ve ever owned. by Marion Johnson
I recently purchased the Shure E4c-n Sound Isolating Earphones and just love them. I got these for work to block out noise. Our cubicle walls are so thin that you can hear every sound, and I have a very loud person on the other side. When I want a little quiet, I put one ear in - when I want total quiet I put both in. It totally cuts all all background noise. I did a lot of research before I got these. They are well worth the price, and are very comfortable. I would highly recommend these.

All that and a slice of cheese by Platofish
I’ve owned a pair of Shure e2c earphones for the past few years. They have been faithful, constant companions on many long flights, airport delays, trips to the gym, and so on. I’ve used them a lot, so I wasn’t disappointed when one of the wires eventually started to fray, and prompted me to look for a replacement. I was thinking of buying another pair of the same, but they are currently being discontinued. The replacement model, the Shure SE110, isn’t getting good reviews. So I was looking at the next model in line when I noticed the rest of the s range was being sold off at big discounts. I bought the s4c - in the past $300+ seemed too much to pay for something I might leave on an airplane, or ruin at the beach. At just over half that price, and with the promise of better sound than the SE210 I’m willing to take the risk.

I’m really glad I bought the e4c. I’m also glad I owned a pair of e2c before I bought them. Straight out of the box, the ‘default’ sleeves look really good (they balance the rest of the earbud perfectly). But, they absolutely don’t fit my ears. Being a bit impatient I tried them anyway - ouch! The sound was sibilant, and actually hurt if I turned the volume up too much. I think this is the experience many people have with this type of earphone, and perhaps Shure in particular. It takes a bit of patience finding a good fit. I’m almost there, using the silicone Xmas trees, but not quite. With a good fit these earphones sound really good. I mean REALLY good. I’m hearing things I’ve never heard in well played tracks - unfortunately, some of this is due to ripping the CD badly, or from my laptop’s amp when there is no music playing.

Currently I’m listening to old school House - there is plenty bass. As many people have pointed out in other reviews, this is not as thumping as it might be in cheaper earphones. Instead its accurately reproduced bass that comes through strongly, but not so strongly it bludgeons the mid and high range into oblivion.

All in all. A really good upgrade from the e2c of old, and a bargain at the current price ($170 or so). Highly recommended.

Balanced sound using foam sleeves by chuckles-s
The earphones I received were the SCL4’s, which are said to be the same devices as the E4C’s but with a different name. The earphones have a balanced sound including adequate bass, but only when there is a very good seal bewteen the sleeves and the ear canal. For me, that meant using the foam sleeves since the default “soft flex” sleeves produced bass that was inadequate. Users who don’t want to take the trouble to use the foam or those who simply want more bass might consider the newer SE-310’s, which are said to be based on the E4C’s but with more bass.

sound advice by king
The sound quality is nice and clear. I find the high frequencies can be a little brassy at times but nothing to get your knickers in a twist. The sound isolating is great even at high volumes. I could be sitting right beside you with them on and the other person won’t hear a peep. The only problem i found is it an be a little frustrating finding the right earbud earpieces fit your ears properly. I bought these partially for working out. At first they kept falling out of my ears whenever i moved. It took some trial and error but i finally found the right earbud earpiece to fit my ears. Fortunately they come with a variety of earpieces in different sizes.

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