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Skatter Tech got a hold of the Shure SE210, an upgrade to the popular E Series, a few weeks ago and we have been quite pleased with the headset’s performance. The headphones included with most MP3 players, including iPods, are not exactly top notch. Purchasing a high quality set of headphones makes quite a big difference. Although the SE210 is at the bottom of their line of high-end earphones, it is still one of the best ones available on the market. (We reviewed the SE210-K Black)
Shure SE-210 Specs:
- Sound Isolating Earphones
- Hi-Definition Micro Speaker
- Frequency Range: 25Hz – 18.5kHz
- Included: Deluxe Fit Kit & Case
- Available in Black or White
- Price (MSRP):
$179$150
If you own the previous E2c model, the first thing you’ll notice is that the new SE210 earphones are much smaller and lighter. We felt the material also looked cheaper, but the sound it produced proved us wrong. Shure kept the headset in the Y-shape form factor instead of switching over to other styles such as “behind-the-neck,” which Sony uses in their headsets. Unlike its predecessor, which had a 56-inch cord, the Shure SE210 offers flexibility by including a 36-inch extension cord to go along with the short 18-inch headset. (54 inches total) Finally, Shure has improved the performance of the bass since it could barely be heard in the E2c’s.
Another bonus when you purchase Shure earphones is that they are almost guaranteed to fit (unless you have really weird ears). Shure includes 3 types of headphone sleeves: foam sleeves (S/M/L), rubber flex sleeves (S/M/L), and a triple flange sleeves. In addition to the sleeves, Shure bundles a semi-hard carrying case, the 3-foot extension cord, and a little tool to clean out wax from your earphones.
Overall, the most important factor, sound quality, was superb. Although $50 more expensive than the previous model, the SE210 is quite a good improvement since the earphones are more compact, reach a wider set of frequencies, and have an improved bass. If you one of those audiophiles, who is looking for something even better, you might be interested in their other higher-end models: SE310, SE420, or SE530. However for most people who want a better set of headphones, but want something cheaper than $150, we recommend checking out these: Shure E2c, Bose Tri-Port, or Sony MDR-EX90. And as for the SE210s, they are available in stores now!
Buy Now: SE210 White or Black for $149
Links: Shure.com | SE210 Earphones
Related: Shure HeadPhones Preview
I’ve had a pair of the Shure SE210 in ear headphones for about three months now. Got them at hifi headphone store for the best price.
I was initially a bit disappointed by what I perceived as lack of bass. However, I love the clean, accurate sound and would not give them up for anything.
It’s got me wondering what the higher end Shure sound isolating earphones sound like. I would be very interested to hear the SE420 or SE530 to see how much better the bass response is.
I had a pair of these for about 3 weeks, then returned them. The Bass was terrible, and the sound go muddy at high volumes. The right ear even blew out (right before i returned them) I got a pair of BOSE Triport IE headphones instead, and they sound wonderful.
I’ve owned three pairs of these within the last couple of years. I think they sound great, but with every single pair I’ve owned the left ear speaker has blown out after not a very long period of time. The last time it happened after just a few months. Returning them to Shure on the warranty is a pain and I can’t keep buying new ones at $150 a pair. I can’t say I recommend them.
Hi,
I purchased a set of Shure SE210 ear buds about a month ago. After using them I believe these ear buds are a great purchase. They are crisp clear and precise, the lack of base is a not true, ok they will not blow your head off with base, but to be true. I wear these most of the day, and at the days end, my head is not thumping and I have enjoyed every moment of the day’s music. After using Sennheiser MX400 & CX500 Headphones these Shure SE210 will blow you away. They stay in place all day; you will forget they are there. I have also purchased a Tekkeon myTalker™ Bluetooth Gateway for iPod and MP3 Players. This is a must for anyone who uses a MP3 all day as it will stop the music alerting you of a phone call, then it will patch the call straight through to you ear buds while you can talk through a built in mic. Real joy! now my Sony NW-A300 can do it’s magic! Some people have made a song and dance about the leads and the connection that joins the ear buds to the MP3 and the fact that it has a break at the bottom of the V. Well in my mind this it the right place to have a break in the lead as the Mytalker fits in just snug. I would advice anyone looking for a well-built & superb sound (for the price) you cannot do better in my book than Shure SE210.
these are great… when i first got them i thought they sounded terrible, however the key is the positioning in your ear, get them just right and they sound better than Bose triport over ear headphones which i also have.. the problem with bose stuff is the EQ, bose tends to boost mids in a way that is untrue to the real material, but in a good way. the Shures have better SQ and clarity and do not color the sound nearly as much as anything by bose will. the bass is clear and true with the correct positioning, it is difficult to get these in just right but you will get the hang of it. I do find these to be very uncomfortable and irritating to my inner ear though, but there is a whole bag of sleeves to try out yet.
Yes, I agree. I have these headphones for about two months now.The key is how to position these headphones in our ears. When you get it right, you will definitely experience a great audio sound from these pairs. My favorite headphones are Skullcandy Headphones and Sennheiser Headphones.