Shure E3 High Energy Earphones

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Lightweight, sound isolating earphones with extended frequency response

Lightweight, sound isolating earphones with extended frequency response. Enjoy an audiophile listening experience when music matters.

The E3c combines precision components and remarkable sound isolation to provide studio quality sound everywhere you go. High energy micro-speakers deliver great tonal balance across the entire frequency range. Flexible sleeves produce remarkable isolation, revealing the subtle details of original recordings. The small compact earphone design fits securely in your ear, making it ideal for active listening and frequent travel. The E3c's ear sleeves can even be custom-fit by a hearing specialist, after your purchase, for the best personalized fit and comfort.

Features
Sound isolating design

High energy micro-speakers with extended frequency response, for studio-quality sound

Lightweight: Smallest shure design, Weighing only 0.9 oz (28g)

Fit kit for personalized, comfortable in ear fit

Earphones carrying case

Sound Isolating Technology
The E3c's in ear design naturally blocks background noise. This allows lower listening volumes in loud environments. No batteries or extra equipment are needed for sound isolation.

High Energy Micro-Speakers with Extended Frequency Response
The E3c's speakers are constructed with studio-grade components, with balanced armature technology, producing efficient output and exceptional audio clarity. The E3c's speakers have an extended frequency range for even greater clarity in your listening experience. (See technical read more specs)

Personal Fit Kit
Because every ear is different, E3c's earphones come with a pair of disposable foam sleeves, three pairs (small, medium, large) of flex sleeves, and three pairs of ultra-soft flex sleeves (small, medium, large) to ensure the ideal personalized fit.

Secure In Ear Design
The soft, flexible sleeves in the Fit Kit gently contour the inside of the ear for a comfortable, secure fit. The E3c's are compatible with custom-molded sleeves, fit by a hearing specialist, for the ultimate in fit and comfort.

Low-Profile Earphone Cables
The E3c's cables pass behind the ear - out of sight and out of the way - to provide a more comfortable, discreet fit.

Lightweight Construction
Weighing only 0.9 oz (28g), the E3c is one of the lightest earphones ever made.

Earphones Carrying Case
The E3c comes with a stylish, compact carrying case. The cable spool inside allows for an easy, tangle-free way to store your earphones.
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Speaker Type: Single Low Mass/High Energy Micro-Speaker

Sensitivity (at 1kHz): 115dB SPL/mW

Impedance (at 1kHz): 26 ohms

Cable Length: 1.52m (60 in.)

Net Weight: 28g (0.9 oz)

Input Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) gold-plated stereo plug

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-516-2525
Email: service@shure.com

Submitted May 12, 2006

"Great Shure sound, bad quality construction."

Overall: 3 out of 5 stars
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Sound
Excellent Sound once you get them in your ears properly
Features
Ship w/ excellent accessories (case, and extra ear pieces)
Ease of Use
They are difficult to wear and often can fall out of your ears
Quality
They tend to break off at the earbud. I've heard of a number of other users that had the plastic crack. Seems to be a materials issue. I wouldn't buy them again because of this
Value
Pretty expensive overall
Manufacturer Support
Support is very good from Shure
The Wow Factor
Everyone wants a pair

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