Why sound isolating earphones?
Sound isolating earphones provide sound quality far beyond the technical ability of even the most expensive earbuds, and provide isolation that's superior to even the best headphones. By creating an exact fit between the sound source and your ear canal, unwanted sounds are blocked out while the music comes straight in.
What are sound isolating earphones?
Sound isolating earphones are a special type of earphone developed originally for musicians trying to monitor their performance in loud onstage environments. They work by using soft foam or flex sleeves to seal out background noise, allowing small, high-performance micro-speakers to deliver incredibly precise sound directly to the ear. Shure now makes these professional-quality earphones available for personal use with portable audio or video devices such as CD, MP3 and DVD players.
How are sound isolating earphones different from other headphones?
The primary differences are their listening position-where they are worn in relation to your ear-and sound quality. Headphones generally enclose your ear or rest on top of it. Regular earphones, like the earbuds sometimes packaged with CD players, sit on the outside of the ear. Sound isolating earphones are unlike any of these products. They are designed to fit inside your ear, where they create an isolated listening area. Working in tandem with this isolation, Shure E Series earphones utilize small high energy micro-speakers to deliver a rich and detailed sound experience that far surpasses most portable headphones.
How do sound isolating earphones work?
There are two properties to Shure's E Series Earphones that allow them to deliver such a rich listening experience: isolation and high energy micro-speakers. First, by selecting from an assortment of soft, flexible sleeves, you're able to personalize the fit of the earphones to your ears. The sleeves conform to the unique shape of your ear and create a quiet space that is isolated from the noise around you. Next, Shure earphones utilize small, high energy micro-speakers (which differ by model) to bring incredibly precise sound quality directly in ear. This isolated listening area is so quiet, so intimate, you can actually hear subtleties in recordings that you may have never noticed before.
Why is isolation important?
In ear isolation makes it possible to hear greater detail at a lower listening volume than is possible with earbuds or most headphones intended for portable use. Low-volume listening can actually be less fatiguing over extended periods and safer than competing with background noise by turning up the volume on your headset. This makes isolating earphones an ideal choice for commuting, travel, exercise, study, work or any activity where you desire portable, high fidelity sound.
Is isolation different from noise cancellation?
Like earplugs, the isolating seal created by an in ear earphone blocks most frequencies of background noise and is a simple, natural form of noise reduction. In other words, the E Series blocks out unwanted ambient noise through isolation, rather than through electronics. In contrast, active noise cancellation headphones are generally larger, heavier, battery-driven headphones that generate tones to cancel out specific outside sounds. They typically target only selected frequencies and can even introduce additional sound "artifacts." As a result, the natural isolating properties of a properly fitted sound isolating earphone rival the performance of even the most expensive active noise cancellation alternatives.
What are the features of Shure E Series Earphones?
The unique technical design of E Series Earphones reflects their origins as a solution for musicians who need to "monitor" or listen to their performances onstage. Now, features developed expressly for professional musicians are a part of the listening experience provided by all Shure E Series products. Many of these features have particular appeal in portable applications.
Studio-quality sound
Shure E Series Earphones utilize small sound isolating speakers or "high energy drivers" that deliver accurate detail for a rich and unique listening experience.
Personalized fit
All Shure E Series Earphones include a Fit Kit - a selection of soft foam and flex sleeves used to personalize the fit of the earphone to your ear, ensuring the isolation from background noise and longer wearing comfort that is key to this unique listening experience.
Noise reduction
Isolation from background noise makes in ear earphones ideal for any situation where you typically compensate for a loud listening environment by turning up the volume on your headset (commuting, travel, exercise, work).
Portable, lightweight design
Sound isolating earphones are much smaller and more portable than headphones and can be stored in their zippered case and slipped into a pocket when not in use.
Secure in ear design
Because sound isolating earphones stay securely positioned inside your ear, they are a perfect choice for sports, workouts or other activities where headphones or earbuds may pull free.
Low profile cable design
Sound isolating earphone cables are designed to pass behind your ears - out of sight and similarly out of the way for listeners with active lifestyles.
What are the differences between the E Series Earphones?
The primary differences between the three products in the Shure E Series relate to the micro-speaker technology that each model employs and the sound quality associated with that configuration.
Micro-speaker technology
- The E2c features a single high energy driver in a comet-shaped enclosure that optimizes the acoustic environment around the driver for the best possible sound.
- The E3c features a single low mass/high energy driver with balanced armature technology for more efficient output.
- The E5c features two (2) dedicated low mass/high energy micro-speakers and an in-line crossover that optimally seperates the high and low frequencies provided by each driver.
Sound quality
- Shure E2c and E2 - Rich, full-frequency sound
- Shure E3c and E3 - Rich, full sound with an extended high-frequency response
- Shure E5c and E5 - Fully extended frequency response for a clear high-end, smooth mid-frequencies and deep, rich bass
Weight
- Shure E2 - 1 oz. | 30g
- Shure E3 - 0.9 oz. | 28g
- Shure E5 - 1.1 oz. | 31g
Unique features
- Shure E2 - Three (3) sizes each of both foam and flex sleeves to personalize your fit.
- Shure E3 - Shure's earphone with the most compact design, the E3c is styled to match portable digital players.
- Shure E5 - A memory-fit cable that shapes the cable around your ear for a more secure fit.
Is there a return policy when I purchase this online?
There is a 30-day money back guarantee if you purchase online at www.EarphoneSolutions.com Additionally, Shure E Series earphones come with a two (2) year limited warranty.
Where can I buy Shure earphones?
Currently, Shure E Series Earphones are available for purchase direct from
EarphoneSolutions.com or by calling 1-888-473-9661.
In what applications can I use Shure earphones?
Shure earphones can be used with any audio or video devices such as CD, MP3 and DVD players, PC and Mac computers, and gaming systems. Due to the superb isolation offered by the earphones, Shure does not recommend that you use the earphones in any situation where it is important to be fully aware of your surrounding environment.
Often higher-quality earphones are more fragile. Do I have to worry about dropping them? These earphones are road-tested and approved by professional musicians and sound engineers. They also pass the same rigorous quality and durability standards that are the hallmark of Shure products. Additionally, Shure earphones come with a two (2) year limited warranty.
How do I know if the earphones will fit my ears?
Shure E Series earphones include a Fit Kit - a selection of foam and flex sleeves used to personalize the fit of the earphone to your ear, ensuring the isolation from background noise that is key to this unique listening experience.
Where can I purchase replacement sleeves for my earphones?
Replacement sleeves are available for purchase at this website. Please look at the
Accessories page.
