Etymotic Research ER4-XR Reviews

Etymotic Research didn't jump on the headphone bandwagon. Rather, the company helped hitch up the horses and get the wagon rolling. With roots in acoustic research and hearing aid design, Etymotic developed its first high-performance, noise-isolating...

The ER4XR is an accurate in-ear monitor that serves up clean, spacious, nuanced highs, as well as rich mids and solid bass--as long as you take the time to get a proper fit ; These IEMs provide great noise reduction. Etymotic claims 35 to 42 dB, and I...

The supplied cable lacks a microphone and phone/volume controls. Also, the L-shaped connector may not fit into a bulkier protective case for your phone or tablet (I had to take off my iPhone case that includes a backup battery). And there's no small,...

Etymotic's ER4XR is a high-performance in-ear monitor that's accurate enough to bring out the best in your higher-quality recordings but forgiving enough that you can still enjoy any lesser-quality files or streaming services that are part of your...

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Expert review by : Parker Hall (digitaltrends.com)

Etymotic Research ER4XR review

Etymotics new ER4XR in-ears bring superb bass performance to their classic soundstage.

Nov, 2016

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Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Etymotic ER4 XR

The stunning Etymotic ER4 XR earphones deliver the sonic accuracy sound professionals need, and add some subtle depth in the lows to complement modern mixes.

Exceptionally accurate mids and highs coupled with rich, full bass response. Detachable, high-quality cable. Plethora of eartip options in various sizes and styles. Ships with several accessories, including zip-up case.

No inline remote control or mic.

It comes down to taste, but when I know a mix has serious bass thump to it, I want to hear it—without the bass overwhelming the balance. Through the Etymotic ER4 XR, you get the thump when it's there, but there's no bass added when the mix doesn't call...

Jun, 2017

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Etymotic Research ER4XR headphones, First Take: Tiny but powerful

If you travel a lot and you need to listen to livestreams, webinars and podcasts -- and, of course, music -- on the go, then noise-reducing or noise-isolating headphones are a boon. Noise-reducing headphones use white noise and other tricks to mask the...

Expert review by : Adrienne Maxwell (hometheaterreview.com)