Shure Se425 Silver

This is my third pair of Shure IEM's. My SE 315's developed a balance problem after many years. The output of the left earpiece was just slightly lower than the right. I decided to replace them with the SE425's. As a long-time owner of Shure IEM's I already had the microphone cord and a recently acquired BT2 adapter. I also have a FiiO balanced cord which I use with DAPs that have balanced outputs. I own several other professional headphones and IEM's. I have always liked the sound of Shure IEM's. They have a clarity which I enjoy. Bass response has been criticized by some. It is solid without being overwhelming. However, it is important to note that the selection and fit of the various ear tips will greatly affect bass response. The wrong tip will reduce bass response and sound isolation. I have experimented with various tips and always returned to the old yellow universal fit ones. Your results may vary. I travel frequently and love the isolation of the Shures. With the properly fitted tips they will out perform any of the active noise cancelling headphones I own. No battery to charge either. Shure claims approximately 37db of isolation and this is across the spectrum not just in some areas. How do these compare to full size headphones? My current favorite are the Neumann NDH 20's. The Neumann's base response is superior to the SE425's, but only a little. In terms of clarity, the Neumann's are also a little better. However, they are twice the price of the Shure's and, while they offer good isolation, they are not equal to the SE425's.  I also own the FiiO FH5 IEM's. Excellent sound, but lack the isolation of the Shure's even fitted with Comply isolation tips.   You have to set your priorities. Mine are sound isolation when I need it and the ability to use Bluetooth and the SE425's are quite excellent in both respects. All in all a very good value.

I have owned Shure in-ear devices for some 20 years. Started with the E3C. I currently own the SE215 and SE425 as well as many other wired IEMs. My true wireless device is the TW-1 besides the BT1 and BT2. Not sure why I bought the AONIC 4 as I was already in good shape, but I had read about the hybrid driver and that the AOMIC 4 sounds more realistic than the SE425. I was alternating between the SE215 and SE425 for gym and travel respectively. Now the AONIC 4. I am using this for the gym and travel. I placed the others in a drawer. The sound is so much fuller that the SE425 and does not have the weak sound of the SE215. Noticeable improvement. The fit is secure. Do not fall out of the ear. Works well with the TW1/TW2 setup with the MMCX connection. Worth the money although I would wait for a sale as I did. Good luck!

I have used Shure earphones for many years in my helmet while motorcycling. I decided to upgrade from an earlier product to the SE425 for the durability and low profile fit. The design makes it easy to get a snug full-face helmet over the earphones without dislodging them. The cable is extremely durable and holds up very well to flapping in the wind at highway speeds. The sound is awesome, crisp tight base, and very clean highs. Very good sound isolation from wind noise when I'm not playing my music. Very, very satisfied with the quality and ruggedness of the SE425.

B&H You guy's did a wonderful job, I got exactly what I ordered and it was delivered when you said it was going to be . As far has the Shure SE425 Wireless Sound-Isolating Earphones go They are the best I have used so far. I do like the previous unmiked cable better it seemed sturdier. The new cable is definetly not the same quality as the one that came with my SE215's. But this one comes with the bluetooth cable so... its a wash. I will definetly be buying my next set of Ear Bud/phones from B&H. Thanks for the great service.

I have owned the Shure SE425 in-ear headphones and the SE535 for some time now. I love the clear and non-bassy reproduction of the Shure SE425, on my iPhone 6s especially in conjunction with the in-line remote/mic cable. In conjunction with the Bluetooth 5.0 Communication Cable, the bass is much more pronounced, almost too much for me! The Shure SE535 headphones sounds warmer, the frequency response may score better in tests, but in conjunction with my iPhone, I prefer the SE425. However, things are different when pairing my Android phone with a DAC headphone amplifier: Here, the Shure SE535 headphones clearly show their strengths compared to the SE425.

I've owned the Shure SE425 in-ear headphones and the SE535 for some time now. I love the clear and non-bass reproduction of the Shure SE425, on my iPhone 6s especially in conjunction with the In-Line Remote/Mic Cable. When paired with the Bluetooth 5.0 Communication Cable, the bass is much more pronounced, almost too much for me! The Shure SE535 headphones sound warmer, the frequency response may score better in tests, but in conjunction with my iPhone I prefer the SE425. However, things are different when pairing my Android phone with a DAC headphone amplifier: Here, the Shure SE535 headphones clearly show their strengths compared to the SE425. Without a DAC headphone amplifier, however, you can spare yourself the additional costs.

I needed an orch stand - this is much sturdier than the silver Shure 14' and it's black. Need a mic adapter. I am still afraid to max out its height - if it ever falls, bad news...

Shure is SHURE and still Shure

Upgraded from the SE425 to SE535 and didn't realize just how much I was missing. Goes toe-to-toe on bass with Bose in-ear headphones plus sounds better overall.

I own both SE215 and SE425. Does SE425 worth 2+ times the price of SE215? It depends. If you are looking for a piece of instrument that excites you by revealing every single details in techniques and emotions embedded in the diva's rendition, then you will find SE425 is that cutting edge gadget. If you feel reluctant to spend over $200 for just casual listening, SE215 is more than enough. To conclude, I recommend SE425 if you are a big fan of female singers (e.g. Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, etc.). SE425 is born for listening to divas.