Over the past decade, most pro touring musicians have switched to personal monitor systems to hear themselves clearly and in real time. A crucial component of these systems are the earphones: a pair of small, hi-fidelity speakers that fit directly into the performer's ears. By isolating the performer from background noise, earphones allow musicians to hear themselves more clearly and at lower (and thus safer) volume levels. E Series Earphones were originally developed as the in-ear component of Shure's PSM series of personal monitoring systems for touring musicians. Their outstanding sound, personalized fit, durability, and low-profile design all match Shure's exacting standards and support our history -- 80 years of delivering the highest quality professional audio gear.
The E Series goes offstage
The latest evolution of the E Series began when musicians and sound engineers who were using the earphones professionally (on stage and on tour) started taking them offstage -- on tour buses, on planes, literally "wherever their music took them." The superior quality and natural sound isolation made them exceptional traveling companions on noisy road trips, lending studio-quality sound and subtlety to everyday listening experiences. MP3 players, CD players, MiniDiscs, DAT, DVD, cassettes - the E Series makes them all sound better - more real, more present. At Shure, we're committed to delivering your sound with its full richness, nuance and detail, no matter what the environment. That's why we're now delivering the E Series directly to you -- the same technology, design, and earphones that your favorite performers use to listen to themselves while performing.
The musicians who use them
Shure has an extensive list of musicians and sound engineers who use our products daily. They act as our ambassadors and our sounding board. We use this feedback to help us design products that answer needs and exceed expectations. Since 1995, Shure has been the world leader in personal monitor systems through our PSM Series wireless systems and E Series earphones. Some of our PSM Series and E Series endorsers include artists like John Mayer, Five for Fighting, Phantom Planet, Alice Peacock, Queens of the Stone Age, and Pete Yorn.
The E Series Sound Isolating Earphones line includes:
- The E2c: Sound Isolating Earphones with Dynamic MicroDriver technology
- The E3c: Sound Isolating Earphones featuring WideBand MicroDriver technology
- The E4c: Sound Isolating Earphones with High-Definition Drivers and Tuned Port Technology
- The E5c: Sound Isolating Earphones with Dual Live Performance Drivers coupled with an Inline Crossover
E Series Product Comparison Chart
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E2c |
E3c |
E4c |
E5c |
| Price |
$109.00 MSRP |
$199.00 MSRP |
$319.00 MSRP |
$549.00 MSRP |
| Description |
Lightweight, sound isolating earphones deliver a rich, full-frequency soundstage. |
Lightweight, sound isolating earphones deliver an extended frequency soundstage. |
Sound isolating earphones deliver ultra-wide frequency soundstage with brilliant highs and extended bass. |
Sound isolating earphones deliver extended frequency response for precise highs, natural mids, and full bodied bass. |
| Speaker Design |
Dynamic MicroDriver |
WideBand MicroDriver |
High-Definition Driver with Tuned Port Technology |
Dual Live Performance Drivers |
| Impedance (at 1 kHz) |
16 Ohm |
26 Ohm |
29 Ohm |
110 Ohm |
| Sensitivity (at 1 kHz) |
105 dB SPL/mW |
115 dB SPL/mW |
109 dB SPL/mW |
122 dB SPL/mW |
| Lightweight Construction |
30 g (1oz) |
28 g (0.9oz) |
31 g (1.1oz) |
31 g (1.1oz) |
| Personal Fit Kit |
3 sizes (S, M, L) of Foam and Flex Sleeves |
3 sizes (S, M, L) of Foam and Flex Sleeves, and 1 pair of Foam Sleeves |
3 sizes (S, M, L) of Foam and Flex Sleeves, 1 pair of Foam Sleeves, and 1 pair of Triple Flange Sleeves |
3 sizes (S, M, L) of Foam and Flex Sleeves, 1 pair of Foam Sleeves, and 1 pair of Triple Flange Sleeves |
| Cable Length and Design |
1.57 m (62 inches) high-fidelity copper cable with flexible reinforcements at the earphone and plug |
1.52 m (60 inches) high-fidelity copper cable with flexible reinforcements at the earphone and plug |
1.57 m (62 inches) high-fidelity copper cable with flexible reinforcements at the earphone and plug |
1.55 m (61 inches) high-fidelity copper cable with flexible reinforcements at the earphone, crossover, and plug |
| Cable Adjustment Tube |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| Connector Plug |
Stereo, gold-plated, mini 3.5mm (1/8") plug |
Stereo, gold-plated, mini 3.5mm (1/8") plug |
Stereo, gold-plated, mini 3.5mm (1/8") plug |
Stereo, gold-plated, mini 3.5mm (1/8") plug |
| Carrying Case |
Zippered Nylon Carrying Case with integrated cable spool |
Zippered Nylon Carrying Case with integrated cable spool |
Zippered Nylon Carrying Case |
Zippered Nylon Carrying Case |
| Level Attenuator |
None |
None |
Included |
Included |
| Memory Fit Cable |
None |
None |
None |
Included |
| Suitable Uses |
E Series sound isolation earphones work with any listening device that has a 3.5 mm (1/8") stereo jack, including (but not limited to): portable CD players, MP3 players, MiniDisc players, DAT, DVD, cassette players, notebook computers, in-flight entertainment systems, exercise equipment fitted with gym entertainment systems. |
| Guarantee |
Earphones ordered from this website have a 30 day no-questions-asked, money-back guarantee. |
| Warranty |
Two-year warranty when you purchase from EarphoneSolutions |
| E Series compared to other listening devices: |
| E Series vs. Regular Headphones |
E Series vs. Noise Cancellation Devices |
E Series vs. Other Sound Isolating Products |
| Shure Sound Isolating Earphones deliver accurate sound compared to larger, more expensive home listening headphones, and they are easier to carry. The sound isolating technology blocks background noise, revealing extraordinary detail and allows the listener to listen at lower levels for longer periods of time. |
Typical active noise canceling headphones may introduce unwanted audio artifacts in your audio. Furthermore, active noise-canceling products are typically only effective at low frequencies. Shure Sound Isolating Earphones help to stop the noise from even entering the listening space and do not need any extra batteries or an external body pack to operate. |
Shure Sound Isolating Earphones provide studio quality sound, offer a unique, more secure around-the-ear, behind-the-back cable design ideal for active lifestyles. They also provide a personalized fit kit with more sleeve options for a secure fit, resulting in better isolation. |
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