Shure SE425

116 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (55)
Comfort (25)
Bass quality (23)
Design (14)
Build quality (13)

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Portability (6)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 116 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the build quality and design. The bass quality and comfort also get good comments, whereas many are less positive about the portability. There are some mixed comments about the value for money.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Shure SE425 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: Jasmine France (cnet.com)

Shure SE425 (Metallic Silver)

Shure has been churning out impressive-sounding in-ear headphones for consumers for more than 15 years, and any new models from the company have featured mainly evolutionary changes from their predecessors. The latest update to the Shure consumer line...

The Shure SE425 earphones provide fantastic audio quality and a durable design. The package includes useful extras such as a case, a quarter-inch adapter, and the Shure Fit Kit.

The Shure SE425 earphones will not fit all users comfortably, and they take some effort to put on. Shure has eliminated its modular cable design.

The Shure SE425 sound-isolating earphones are an excellent choice for eclectic listeners who demand stellar audio and a high-quality design.

Oct, 2010

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Expert review by: (pcmag.com)

Shure SE425

For most people, $300 for earphones seems absurd, but for audiophiles, something in this price range can be considered slightly beyond entry level. Mind you, that's entry level for someone aspiring to one day own $1,350 custom-molded earphones, but...

High quality, flat-response audio performance. Detachable cable can be replaced, rather buying a new pair of earphones

Fit can be tricky to secure at first. Not for bass lovers

The near-flat response of the Shure SE425 will appeal to audiophiles looking for a hint of added low-end, but booming bass addicts should look elsewhere.

Aug, 2010

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Expert review by: Julie Nguyen (gadgetmac.com)

Shure SE425 Sound Isolating Earphones

For $299, this reviewer found that the sound and build quality from the SE425's makes it right for the price. These earphones are at a fair price point for what they offer. The minor cable twisting and anemic low end puts these at a 4/5, but of course...

Jan, 2011

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Consumer review by: trs0722 (cnet.com)

"High quality, great sounding earphones."

I've had these for almost a year now and just noticed no one has given a review on this color option yet. So, even though I have the clear version, I thought I'd give them some love on this color option, since they are identical mechanically.

Dual drivers for excellent sound; detachable sturdy cable; moldable wire; sits nearly flush with ear; two year warranty.

Sturdy cable pulls down a bit in the back; cable a bit too long.

Sep, 2011

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Consumer review by: (cnet.com)

Shure SE425 sound-isolating earphones (clear)

After listening to both pair I'm left with a longing for what could be. You almost want to change ear buds depending on what type of music your listening to. I find myself listening to the new SE425's more but I'm aware of whats missing the whole time....

Much better construction, more durable, better midrange, better imaging, not quite as bright on the top end (although its close), lower cost compared to the $500.00 SE530's, great for vocals, acoustic gutair, slightly lower listener fatuige

pronounced roll off of lower frequency's, The 530's give you more body, richer, fuller music with much more bass. The trade off is the lows on the 530's do "muddy the water" for the midrange and greatly effect imaging

Jan, 2010

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Shure SE425

alaTest has collected and analyzed 44 user reviews of the Shure SE425 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

77% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Eric "eROCtele" (amazon.com)

Great headphones, slightly overpriced

I bought these and did a sound shootout verses my Philips SHS8100 ($15). To my surprise, the sound was very similar between the two sets of earbuds. The difference between the two is these Shure 425s are built with quality and are made to be used for...

Oct, 2012

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Consumer review by: rc_matt (amazon.com)

Replacement for E2C's

I finally had to buy a replacement for my trusty E2C's that I've had for years. Although I loved the Shure brande and was sold on the E2C's I had a hard time spending this kind of money on earphones..... But let me tell you they are worth every penny...

Aug, 2012

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Consumer review by: D. Nightingale (amazon.com)

Sounds great, good noise isolation

Sleeves were stuck to the drivers, but a quick web search fixed that. Just pop 'em in the freezer for a few hours and they come off. It takes some patience. The plug is larger than the provided hole in my iPhone case, so I can't plug it in without...

Jul, 2012

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Consumer review by: Kevin (amazon.com)

Great

They are well constructed, the cable is very well made and replaceable. If you've not worn this type before, be aware the cable routes over your ear and is a different fit than most headphones and are more like monitors in their design. The sound...

Jul, 2012

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