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Shure SE530-PTH Sound Isolating Earphones

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Let�s face it, if you�re considering spending around 500 bucks on a pair of earphones you�re someone who�s obsessive about their music. You�re the hard to please type not easily impressed by anything less than seriously impressive. Well, be assured that these tiny miracles of science are indeed impressive, seriously.

The most notable feature of the Shure SE530s is their ability to convey a multi-layered sound stage with absolute precision. Music you�ve heard over and over again takes on new life with an incredible sense of clarity that is always lucid and rich and never confused or entangled no matter what you throw at them. Where they really shine, though, is with lossless or uncompressed digital recordings or mp3s with a high compression rate. With recordings of this quality, the �530s are adept at producing an extraordinary dynamic range with a sense of magnificence that you didn�t know your ears were capable of decoding. For example, the expertly mastered �Teardrop� by Massive Attack was delivered with insanely crisp and clear highs, a deep, solid bass and with the placement of Liz Fraser�s spine-chilling vocals with meticulous precision. My much older reference track, �Golden Brown� by The Stranglers, was delivered with an equally exciting presentation whilst remaining true to the fidelity of the original recording.

Sparknotes.com describes an epiphany as �a sudden, powerful, and often spiritual or life changing realization that a character experiences in an otherwise ordinary moment.� That's what happened to me when I listened to The Beloved's �The Sun Rising� on my �530s.

For those new to �shove-right-into-the-ear-canal� type earphones the �530s may take a few goes at experimenting with the different types and sizes of sleeves supplied in order to achieve the perfect fit necessary for them to perform (no seal = no bass). But once you�ve found your �sweet-spot� you might just find yourself ignoring everybody you know for the foreseeable future or taking your dog out for a walk several hours a day more than he�s used to.

By Picto - Customer Review on 12/24/2007

As an Authorized Shure Dealer we guarantee you new, factory sealed Shure SE530 PTH earphones and Shure's 2 Year limited warranty. If the Shure SE530-PTH fails within this period, Shure will repair, replace, or exchange defective unit with proof of purchase provided by EarphoneSolutions.com. We are not allowed to ship the Shure SE530-PTH Earphones outside North America. Many customers are asking us if the price of the Shure SE530 will change. We strongly believe that the Shure SE530-PTH earphones, being a triple driver with the Push-To-Hear accessory included (which also sells separately for $59.00) is a tremendous value at $499.99. If you compare the Shure SE530 with the Shure SCL5 earphones you can draw that conclusion yourself.

Ergonomic and lightweight sound isolating earphones offer the most accurate audio reproduction from both portable and home stereo audio sources�for the ultimate in precision highs and rich low end.

Shure SE530 Overview:

Sound Isolating Design
Speaker Type: Triple Hi-Definition Drivers
Ergonomic and Lightweight
Included Push-To-Hear (PTH) Control

Key Features:

The Shure SE530PTH earphones evolved from personal monitor technology road-tested by pro musicians and fine-tuned by Shure engineers, the Shure SE530PTH offers unparalleled acoustic accuracy. Triple Hi-Definition Drivers�one tweeter and two woofers�deliver precision highs and the richest lows, for an auditory experience rivaled only by live performances. Included sound isolating sleeves block over 90 percent of ambient noise. Combined with a low-profile ergonomic design and modular cable options, interruptions from the outside world are minimized�so you can focus on your passion. And on occasions when you must tear yourself away from the music, the included Push-To-Hear Control activates a VoicePort(TM) microphone, allowing conversation without removing your earphones. Designed for the audiophile, the Shure SE530PTH earphones are ideal for a premium listening experience either at home or on the go.

SE530 Triple Hi-Definition Drivers

Optimized for listening to high-quality recordings, as well as lossless formats, the SE530PTH utilizes three hi-definition mini-speakers�one tweeter and two woofers. Additionally, the Shure SE530 earphones have integrated passive crossovers ensure that high and low frequencies remain distinct and defined. The result is an incredibly wide and detailed soundstage, distinguished by precision highs and tight low end. This innovative triple driver configuration is first in class for universal fit sound-isolating earphones.

SE530 Push-To-Hear Control

A first for sound isolating earphones, the detachable Push-To-Hear Control allows you to activate the VoicePort microphone and adjust levels of external sound for clarity�ideal for brief conversations without removing your earphones. The switch allows you to conveniently alternate between your music and your connection to the outside world. Similar to the microphones used in Shure QuietSpot� cellular headsets, the VoicePort microphone is tuned to pick up the human voice for maximum intelligibility. Included with the SE530PTH and available as an optional accessory for all Shure E Series models, the PTH control switch is also compatible with other brands of earphones.

Shure SE530 Sound Isolating Sleeves

The role of the included sound isolating sleeves is twofold: blocking ambient noise and ensuring customized fit and comfort. Because every ear is different, the Premium Accessories Kit includes three sizes (S, M, L) of the Flex and Clear Flex Sleeves as well as one universal-fit pair of Foam and Triple Flange Sleeves. Experiment with the size and style that creates the best fit for you�a good seal is key to optimizing sound isolation and bass response as well as maximizing comfort during extended wear.

SE530 Modular Cable Options

Based on extensive user feedback, Shure engineers developed a detachable cable solution to enable unmatched personal customization. Two cables�9-inch and 3-foot�are included, allowing you to tailor your experience depending on activity and application.

SE530 Premium Accessories Kit

In addition to the sound isolating sleeves and modular cable options, your Shure SE530-PTH earphones include the following accessories:

�� Adapter - Offers a solution for home stereos or other applications with �" jacks
Carrying Case - Provides a convenient, tangle-free solution to store your earphones
Level Attenuator - Allows for comfortable listening from any high-output audio source, such as airplane armrests

Customer Review of the Shure SE530-PTH Headphones

Review of the Shure SE530 headphones by Justin

Shure SE530-PTH Headphones Specifications:

Weight: 1.02 oz (29g)
Speaker Type: Triple TruAcoustic Microspeaker
Sensitivity (1mW): 119 dB SPL/mW
Impedance (1kHz): 36 ohms
Frequency Range: 18Hz - 19kHz
Cable Lentgh Without Extension: 18in./45cm
Cable Lentgh With Extension: 54in./136cm

The Shure SE530 IEM comes with:

Shure's Push-To-Hear Accessory
Shure's Premium Fit Kit: airline adapter, volume control, and �� (6.5mm) adapter, 3 pairs of disposable black foam sleeves (S, M, L); 3 pairs of soft flex sleeves (S, M, L); 1 pair of triple flange sleeves
3' (91 cm) cable
9" (23 cm) cable
Deluxe Carrying Case
Wax Guard
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Amazing
By Rich (Minneapolis) on March 4, 2009
Comments: I was using the original E1's from my days playing in a band and decided it was time for an upgrade. I researched just about every earphone out there without paying to much attention to the cost and decided that since I have always had luck with Shure products that was what I chose. These earphones are the real deal. The sound is absolutely amazing. My car I thought had a great system but after using th SE530's on vacation I thought something was wrong with my cars system. With the triple drivers you hear everything the way it is meant to be heard. FIVE STARS PLUS.

Amazing

By Rich (Minneapolis) on March 4, 2009

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I was using the original E1's from my days playing in a band and decided it was time for an upgrade. I researched just about every earphone out there without paying to much attention to the cost and decided that since I have always had luck with Shure products that was what I chose. These earphones are the real deal. The sound is absolutely amazing. My car I thought had a great system but after using th SE530's on vacation I thought something was wrong with my cars system. With the triple drivers you hear everything the way it is meant to be heard.
FIVE STARS PLUS.

Double Your Music
By Micah on February 9, 2009
Comments: All that I have to say is that the dynamic response of the 530's is drastic enough of an improvement to make you want to revisit all of your music to hear what you have been missing!

Prefer the scl5
By grant on November 27, 2008
Comments: These are great quality sounding headphones. But I find them a little less comfortable than the scl5 due the lack of the stiffening wire in the cord near the earpiece. The stiffening wire of the scl5 allows a little space to be left around the top of the ear so the cord doesn't press against the ear so much.

Heads & Shoulders Above
By Mark on October 22, 2008
Comments: I've tried most of the top brands and models now and found these to be amazing as far as quality of sound. I don't thin the PTH unit is of any value whatsoever. The unit is to bulky to carry easily, and I find it just as easy to remove one bud to hear someone than carrying the PTH unit for such a small "convenience". I would rate these much better than the Westones that I used before these.

Heads & Shoulders Above

By Mark on October 22, 2008

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I've tried most of the top brands and models now and found these to be amazing as far as quality of sound.

I don't thin the PTH unit is of any value whatsoever. The unit is to bulky to carry easily, and I find it just as easy to remove one bud to hear someone than carrying the PTH unit for such a small "convenience".

I would rate these much better than the Westones that I used before these.

Fantastic
By R on June 5, 2008
Comments: There are several things that determine the quality of these headphones. The equipment thru which you are listening, the quality of the recording, and the quality of your ears (if you have ANY hearing loss). No matter how great and perfect the headphones are, the music won't sound good if one of the above is off. If all of the above listed items are great, these headphones are as well. Fantastic sound with a good player, good ears, and a great recording... I highly recommend them.

Fantastic

By R on June 5, 2008

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There are several things that determine the quality of these headphones. The equipment thru which you are listening, the quality of the recording, and the quality of your ears (if you have ANY hearing loss). No matter how great and perfect the headphones are, the music won't sound good if one of the above is off. If all of the above listed items are great, these headphones are as well. Fantastic sound with a good player, good ears, and a great recording... I highly recommend them.

Numero Uno
By Angelo on May 22, 2008
Comments: While traveling I have used since their introduction the Bose around ear headsets and just recently decided to purchase the Shure SE530-PTH headset.. There was no comparison in regards to the fidelity and quality... The Shure beat the Bose on all counts especially comfort... On this first trip, I switched between the Bose and the Sure many times to compare them, and found little difference with regards aircraft noise.. On both, I felt the engines of the 747 coming through my body, and not through the headsets. The real difference was comparing a variety of music from Jazz, Opera, to Salsa with each headset. The Shure beat out the Bose in brightness and reality of sound at one level, and another just the shear magnificence of sound. I still have to adjust the in ear fit of the Shure, but the comfort level after 16 hours on planes was great!! Also, the in-flight movie was a great listening experience. I also did a short comparison to the Bose in-ear set, and there was not comparison. The Bose in-ear was uncomfortable, kept falling out of my one ear or another, and the noise from the aircraft was nearly unbearable. I highly recommend the Shure 530-PTH for air travel and as for normal use, they are unbeatable. Upon seeing the users of the Bose headsets in the aircraft, I could not help feeling that they were using antiquated equipment.

Numero Uno

By Angelo on May 22, 2008

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While traveling I have used since their introduction the Bose around ear headsets and just recently decided to purchase the Shure SE530-PTH headset.. There was no comparison in regards to the fidelity and quality... The Shure beat the Bose on all counts especially comfort...

On this first trip, I switched between the Bose and the Sure many times to compare them, and found little difference with regards aircraft noise.. On both, I felt the engines of the 747 coming through my body, and not through the headsets. The real difference was comparing a variety of music from Jazz, Opera, to Salsa with each headset. The Shure beat out the Bose in brightness and reality of sound at one level, and another just the shear magnificence of sound. I still have to adjust the in ear fit of the Shure, but the comfort level after 16 hours on planes was great!! Also, the in-flight movie was a great listening experience. I also did a short comparison to the Bose in-ear set, and there was not comparison. The Bose in-ear was uncomfortable, kept falling out of my one ear or another, and the noise from the aircraft was nearly unbearable.

I highly recommend the Shure 530-PTH for air travel and as for normal use, they are unbeatable. Upon seeing the users of the Bose headsets in the aircraft, I could not help feeling that they were using antiquated equipment.

UNBELIEVABLE!!
By E on May 22, 2008
Comments: I bought mine after seeing all of the great reviews here and at other sites. I enjoy good music with my Ipod while working around the house and exercising. When they got here and I heard them, I was just blown away at the sound quality. So then my wife, who owns Bose, Sennheiser and Sony headphones put these on...and wouldn't give em back to me. Like the reviewer above, she is very hard to please also. And she loves em. So I bought her a pair also. She says that they are the best gift anyone has ever given her. TRUE STORY! And Shure honors their 2 yr warranty, no questions asked. Both pairs have had to go back in the past 3 mos. Repair?? Nope. New pair 5 days later. What else can you ask?? Just buy em. You won't regret it.

UNBELIEVABLE!!

By E on May 22, 2008

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I bought mine after seeing all of the great reviews here and at other sites. I enjoy good music with my Ipod while working around the house and exercising.
When they got here and I heard them, I was just blown away at the sound quality. So then my wife, who owns Bose, Sennheiser and Sony headphones put these on...and wouldn't give em back to me. Like the reviewer above, she is very hard to please also. And she loves em. So I bought her a pair also. She says that they are the best gift anyone has ever given her. TRUE STORY!
And Shure honors their 2 yr warranty, no questions asked. Both pairs have had to go back in the past 3 mos. Repair?? Nope. New pair 5 days later. What else can you ask??
Just buy em. You won't regret it.

Damn...!!!
By Onur Baki on April 3, 2008
Comments: I got in to an adventure looking for a noise canceling headphones for my Mp3 player. I met several items on the way, saw some great products. I bought one of greatest products of o good brand. It was an in-ear earphone. I said "WOW, this product is awesome!!!!" Then time went by and i realised that for that price i wasn't getting a high performance from it. Then i saw SE530-PTH. I looked at the item and investigated it very carefully for days. I gave a green light to SE530-PTH and wanted to give it a try at least. When i tried the item, I hated the day i entered www.earphonesolutions.com. I hated SE530-PTH the most. Because now i have to listen to my music archive all over again (about 40.000 Songs), and now i am listening my 40.000 song archive as if i never had those songs Because they sound different, better, best ever. Damn you SE530-PTH. You are PERFECT...!!!

Damn...!!!

By Onur Baki on April 3, 2008

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I got in to an adventure looking for a noise canceling headphones for my Mp3 player. I met several items on the way, saw some great products. I bought one of greatest products of o good brand. It was an in-ear earphone. I said "WOW, this product is awesome!!!!" Then time went by and i realised that for that price i wasn't getting a high performance from it. Then i saw SE530-PTH. I looked at the item and investigated it very carefully for days. I gave a green light to SE530-PTH and wanted to give it a try at least. When i tried the item, I hated the day i entered www.earphonesolutions.com. I hated SE530-PTH the most. Because now i have to listen to my music archive all over again (about 40.000 Songs), and now i am listening my 40.000 song archive as if i never had those songs Because they sound different, better, best ever. Damn you SE530-PTH. You are PERFECT...!!!

Awe Inspiring
By Picto on December 24, 2007
Comments: Let’s face it, if you’re considering spending around 500 bucks on a pair of earphones you’re someone who’s obsessive about their music. You’re the hard to please type not easily impressed by anything less than seriously impressive. Well, be assured that these tiny miracles of science are indeed impressive, seriously. The most notable feature of the Shure SE530s is their ability to convey a multi-layered sound stage with absolute precision. Music you’ve heard over and over again takes on new life with an incredible sense of clarity that is always lucid and rich and never confused or entangled no matter what you throw at them. Where they really shine, though, is with lossless or uncompressed digital recordings or mp3s with a high compression rate. With recordings of this quality, the ‘530s are adept at producing an extraordinary dynamic range with a sense of magnificence that you didn’t know your ears were capable of decoding. For example, the expertly mastered “Teardrop” by Massive Attack was delivered with insanely crisp and clear highs, a deep, solid bass and with the placement of Liz Fraser’s spine-chilling vocals with meticulous precision. My much older reference track, “Golden Brown” by The Stranglers, was delivered with an equally exciting presentation whilst remaining true to the fidelity of the original recording. Sparknotes.com describes an epiphany as “a sudden, powerful, and often spiritual or life changing realization that a character experiences in an otherwise ordinary moment.” That’s what happened to me when I listened to The Beloved’s “The Sun Rising” on my ‘530s. For those new to “shove-right-into-the-ear-canal” type earphones the ‘530s may take a few goes at experimenting with the different types and sizes of sleeves supplied in order to achieve the perfect fit necessary for them to perform (no seal = no bass). But once you’ve found your “sweet-spot” you might just find yourself ignoring everybody you know for the foreseeable future or taking your dog out for a walk several hours a day more than he’s used to.

Awe Inspiring

By Picto on December 24, 2007

Comments:

Let’s face it, if you’re considering spending around 500 bucks on a pair of earphones you’re someone who’s obsessive about their music. You’re the hard to please type not easily impressed by anything less than seriously impressive. Well, be assured that these tiny miracles of science are indeed impressive, seriously.

The most notable feature of the Shure SE530s is their ability to convey a multi-layered sound stage with absolute precision. Music you’ve heard over and over again takes on new life with an incredible sense of clarity that is always lucid and rich and never confused or entangled no matter what you throw at them. Where they really shine, though, is with lossless or uncompressed digital recordings or mp3s with a high compression rate. With recordings of this quality, the ‘530s are adept at producing an extraordinary dynamic range with a sense of magnificence that you didn’t know your ears were capable of decoding. For example, the expertly mastered “Teardrop” by Massive Attack was delivered with insanely crisp and clear highs, a deep, solid bass and with the placement of Liz Fraser’s spine-chilling vocals with meticulous precision. My much older reference track, “Golden Brown” by The Stranglers, was delivered with an equally exciting presentation whilst remaining true to the fidelity of the original recording.

Sparknotes.com describes an epiphany as “a sudden, powerful, and often spiritual or life changing realization that a character experiences in an otherwise ordinary moment.” That’s what happened to me when I listened to The Beloved’s “The Sun Rising” on my ‘530s.

For those new to “shove-right-into-the-ear-canal” type earphones the ‘530s may take a few goes at experimenting with the different types and sizes of sleeves supplied in order to achieve the perfect fit necessary for them to perform (no seal = no bass). But once you’ve found your “sweet-spot” you might just find yourself ignoring everybody you know for the foreseeable future or taking your dog out for a walk several hours a day more than he’s used to.

Like the Bose in the house
By E on October 14, 2007
Comments: You will NOT believe that all of this sound comes out of these earbuds. My wife, who is EXTREMELY hard to please, I've almost given up, put these on and just smiled unbelievably. Her words, "these sound like the big Bose on our stereo. They are that good! Now she wants a pair for her Ipod too. I tried the 310's first, they were very good but a lil bit scratchy. Then I tried the 210's and they just didn't get there at all. If you appreciate good music, loud or not, in your ears, BUY THESE EARPHONES!! If you can afford them, you will not regret it!!

Like the Bose in the house

By E on October 14, 2007

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You will NOT believe that all of this sound comes out of these earbuds. My wife, who is EXTREMELY hard to please, I've almost given up, put these on and just smiled unbelievably. Her words, "these sound like the big Bose on our stereo. They are that good! Now she wants a pair for her Ipod too.
I tried the 310's first, they were very good but a lil bit scratchy. Then I tried the 210's and they just didn't get there at all.
If you appreciate good music, loud or not, in your ears, BUY THESE EARPHONES!! If you can afford them, you will not regret it!!

These are Outstanding
By Jon C on September 7, 2007
Comments: I have been a music performer for over 20 years and when it comes to sound quality I consder myself VERY hard to please nad extremely picky. I have been searching for a good pair of in ear earphones for some time now... I own the Shure e4c's, Bose Tri-point IE's, and the Ultimate Ears Super Fi.5 Pro's, and these are BY FAR the best earphones I have ever used. The sound quality is incredible.. crisp highs but never harsh, excellent mids but not overpowering, and smooth, rich bass that is never distorted or muddy. Do not however make the mistake of thinking these headphones are bass-shy (like many of the Shure's are known for).. put on a little Tribe Called Quest or Outkast and these things will rock your skull!! Kudos to the guys at EarphonesSolutions.com in constructing such and informatiove and accessable site and making the purchase process seamless and extremely pleasant. If you are seeking the ultimate experience in in-ear headphone sound quality look no further than the Shure SE530's, and whatever you do I urge you... let the guys at Earphones Solutions take as good care of you as they did me. Cheers!

These are Outstanding

By Jon C on September 7, 2007

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I have been a music performer for over 20 years and when it comes to sound quality I consder myself VERY hard to please nad extremely picky. I have been searching for a good pair of in ear earphones for some time now... I own the Shure e4c's, Bose Tri-point IE's, and the Ultimate Ears Super Fi.5 Pro's, and these are BY FAR the best earphones I have ever used. The sound quality is incredible.. crisp highs but never harsh, excellent mids but not overpowering, and smooth, rich bass that is never distorted or muddy. Do not however make the mistake of thinking these headphones are bass-shy (like many of the Shure's are known for).. put on a little Tribe Called Quest or Outkast and these things will rock your skull!! Kudos to the guys at EarphonesSolutions.com in constructing such and informatiove and accessable site and making the purchase process seamless and extremely pleasant. If you are seeking the ultimate experience in in-ear headphone sound quality look no further than the Shure SE530's, and whatever you do I urge you... let the guys at Earphones Solutions take as good care of you as they did me. Cheers!

amazing
By jason on August 21, 2007
Comments: sabastion is bang on many say the bass is a bit overpowering but i think its clean clear punchy and sweet with super clear high detail mids and super sharp highs with a hint of roll off in the very upper frequency range making for superb musical perfection,iem's dont come better as of yet i prefer these to the frankly ugly triple fi's and anything below is just a step down,if you appreciate your music and want the best portable solution for earphones these are the best at the time of this review,roll on them westone 3's success or fail i cant wait to find out if they kick these off the top the triple fi's didnt

amazing

By jason on August 21, 2007

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sabastion is bang on many say the bass is a bit overpowering but i think its clean clear punchy and sweet with super clear high detail mids and super sharp highs with a hint of roll off in the very upper frequency range making for superb musical perfection,iem's dont come better as of yet i prefer these to the frankly ugly triple fi's and anything below is just a step down,if you appreciate your music and want the best portable solution for earphones these are the best at the time of this review,roll on them westone 3's success or fail i cant wait to find out if they kick these off the top the triple fi's didnt

INCREDIBLE
By Sebastian on March 7, 2007
Comments: The sound is INCREDIBLE!! These are a replacement for the ShureE3c headphones and what a replacement. Much Much better sound and the bass is great not over powering but just right. The fit of the headphones is great too when jogging they stay in place and sound great i would say it is worth the money

The new Shure SE530-PTH with triple driver comes in first place for sound and comfort. The SE530-PTH includes the PTH (push-to-hear) accessory. The major difference between the Triple.Fi, UM2 and the SE530-PTH will be personal taste. The SE530-PTH outputs slightly more detail in the mid range; the Triple.Fi outputs the most detail on the high frequency range (sometimes too much) while the UM2 has stronger bass than both SE530 and Triple.Fi. Overall the SE530-PTH is slightly brighter. The UM2 is slightly more balanced (flatter) than the SE530 and the Triple.Fi. The UM2 sells for less but both the Triple.Fi and SE530PTH are triple drivers. The SE530-PTH includes the PTH (push-to-hear) accessory and it comes with a 2 Year Warranty while the Triple.Fi and UM2 do not include the PTH (you can purchase it for $59) but come with a 2 Year Warranty as well. Fit and comfort are very similar between the UM2 and the SE530-PTH and not so great with the Triple.Fi for those customers that want a flush fit.

Those who can afford will experience the greatest detail on mids and highs. If that is what your music needs (or if that is what you like best) the SE530 will deliver! Also excellent choice for isolation and comfort. Great for working out and flying first class :)!

SHURE SE530-PTH EARPHONES

Shure SE530-PTH Sound Isolating Earphones

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