The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro headphones are the best canalphones we have had the chance to audition to date.
Highs: Amazing sound quality; solid construction; dual drivers
Lows: Thin cord; expensive
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We heard a lot of marketing buzz when the Super.fi 5 Pros were released from a little known company, Ultimate Ears. Since then, audiophiles the world over have been singing their praises, and the company’s homepage has been overflowing with images of professional musicians endorsing these in-ear monitors. Is it marketing buzz or a truly great product? Well, we have the answer…
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by James Brady on November 8, 2009:
“I would give my right arm before I would ever part with my UE triple fi 10 pro's. I am a bass player who uses in-ear monitors, but was frustrated by the sound of the Shure E5's that seemed to distort the bass frequencies. When I got my Ultimate Ears, I couldn't...” More...
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by WeirdNeville on November 8, 2009:
“Comfort: It's easy to find the right sized silicone plugs in the batch provided. I find the best seal is got when you suck the plug (yuck!) before "insertion" and after that you have a good seal that lasts. However, you can' eat whilst wearing them, they...” More...