
M-Audio IE30 Dual Driver Reference Earphones
Dual-driver crossover. 26dB of noise isolation. Patented dual-bore design. 46 in. detachable/replaceable cable. Metal carrying case.
Overall User Ratings (based on 10 ratings)
Submitted July 24, 2008 by a customer from techie.com
M-Audio IE30 Earphones Customer Review
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Sound
I'm a drummer so I naturally want a clean top end to hear the mix but a solid low end to be able to hear the kick and bass. These ear buds provide both. With the dual drivers you get clean top end and lots of bass without distortion. I love them.
Features
The accessories are handy. I'm glad they provide a pretty good selection of ear buds. Replacement ear buds seem hard to find as of yet...
Ease of Use
The ear buds are easy to use, have a memory wire in the first inch of wire out of the ear bud to help wrap around the ear. They twist into the ear to get a good solid fit. The plastic in the actual ear bud is a bit larger than the Shure E-series buds, so finding a good fit with the included ear piece jackets is essential.
Quality
These are one of the only types of ear buds that you can replace the wiring on. They simply unplug from the ear bud and can be swapped out with a replacement wire for about $20.
Value
Pricey but worth it.
Musical Background:
Active Musician
Musical Style:
Rock Alternative
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Submitted July 6, 2009 by a customer from gmail.com
M-Audio IE30 Earphones Customer Review
All in all a great product! I've convinced at least 4 of my friends to pick up a pair for themselves. You can't get an equal set of dual-driver in-ears for anywhere close to the same price.
Sound
The quality of audio is great, but the high end (3kHz and up) is a bit to loud "boosted" for my liking. I know others that own them as well and that is also their only complaint.
Features
Came with all what you would expect from a higher end set of in-ears. Although I never use the included limiter, it lowers the volume output by too much.
Ease of Use
I love the memory wire, I never have a problem with getting a great tight fit. It'd be nice if the end of the wires (near the plugs) were color coated, but that's me.
Quality
It is my second pair but that is only because I lent them to a friend and he blew one side (no clue how, I've never even come close!)
Value
For the quality of what you get, it is well worth the price! I wouldn't settle for anything cheaper. I've had many models of in-ears and this is only set of dual-drivers that you can get for this price.
Musical Background:
Technical Director
Musical Style:
Everything
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Submitted March 10, 2009 by a customer from mikehughes1.com
"For active people, these are awesome!"
Sound
The sound quality of these is fantastic. I use them with my Ipod Nano during athletic events and the cover the full range nicely.
Features
I've tried serval types of earbuds because I compete in triathlons and need them to stay in my ear while running and cyling. The metal wire wraps around the ear and so the ear bud does not need to stay jammed in the ear canal. I've never had them fall out. This is a great feature.
Ease of Use
I can adjust my Ipod to any type of music and the ear buds handle it great
Quality
I've own mine for over tow years and have had them all over the planet. I have found them to be durable and reliable. Because I use them during athletics, I've noticed thw wire starting to rust due to sweat but there has been to difference to the sound or functionality.
Value
They are expensive but if you are active and what super high quality sound with an earbud that stays put, do yourself a favor and grab a pair of these babies!
Musical Style:
Rock
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Submitted May 5, 2008 by a customer from gmail.com
"Don't waste your money"
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Quality
I purchased the in ears and they broke the 2nd month I had them. I sent them back to M-Audio and they replaced them. Now the pair that was replace broke on both ears.
Manufacturer Support
The support's great and the product turn around was fast. Product isn't durable.
Musical Background:
Professional Drummer
Musical Style:
All styles R&B, Rock, Country and Gospel
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Submitted April 29, 2009
"Amazing sounds"
Sound
Amazing.. really well balanced, good depth in the mids, and the bass is deep and punchy. Just make sure you have them inserted correctly... you must create a seal and that means pushing them into your ear canal a bit.
Features
Good selection of tips, attenuator/limiter cable for stage use, and two different carrying cases ( soft/hard ).
Ease of Use
Stick 'em in your ears, the wire ear loops really help to stabilize them.
Quality
Seem very durable, cable is tough AND replaceable should anything ever happen.
Value
Fairly expensive, but worth it.
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Submitted March 25, 2009
M-Audio IE30 Earphones Customer Review
Sound
Very poor quality... I went through two pairs in less than 3 months
do yourself a favor and buy some shures
Features
the chord is pretty good, they adjust well to your ear and its long enough
Ease of Use
not good
Quality
didnt last long at all!
Value
too expensive for what it is
Manufacturer Support
good support they helped me out a lot.
The Wow Factor
they look nice
but thats about it
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Submitted May 9, 2008
M-Audio IE30 Earphones Customer Review
Sound
Sorry about the fellow with the broken set...and...I agree to a point..my first set also broke..sent them back and received a new pair...in a word AWESOME..these wil spoil you,they sound so superior to anything out there other than Shure's top-of-the-line that you will wont even like listening to music through other ordinary ear buds again...they are crystal clear with super smooth mids deep bass and ultra clear highs
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