Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones review

What you need to know

Reviewed by: Nate Lanxon

Reviewed on: 27 November 2008

Tags: Sennheiser, Sennheiser IE 8, performance, phones, music collection

We like:

Stunning bass performance and overall sound quality; solid design

We don't like:

We've heard sweeter treble from other models

Also known as:

Sennheiser IE8

You might also need:

6.3mm adapter

CNET UK judgement:

A blindingly impressive pair of earphones, and more than worthy competitors to the Shure SE530s. As long as you like deep bass, these earphones will bring out dance, drum 'n' bass, rap, rock, metal and pop with admirable skill

Full review:

At £250, the flagship IE 8 sound-isolating earphones from Sennheiser sit at the top of the price range even for high-end earphones, competing head-on with the Shure SE530s and Ultimate Ears triple.fi 10s. Continue Reading...