The Head-Fi forums are the best resource for headphone reviews. The community is insane about sound and build quality and their lists are invaluable.
This thread contains concise observations on IEMs (In-Ear Monitors) in my possession. It is meant to be a quick reference for those in need of earphone recommendations or a start-off point for research into IEMs. The observations reflect my personal experience with each earphone and should be taken as such - audio, after all, is extremely subjective.
For those new to IEMs, ClieOS’s [FYI] wiki is a must read:
Basic Guide To In Ear CanalphonesFor excellent definitions of sound descriptors please see the Head-Fi Glossary: Describing Sound - A Glossary
For an overview of custom earphones, see average_joe’s custom IEM resource thread: Custom IEM Resource Thread - Summary Reviews, Info, Custom IEM Manufacturer
My running comparison of portable and semi-portable headphones, started long before this thread: Shootout: ## Portable Headphones Reviewed
