Full Review
Introduction
The SE530s are at the high end of Shure’s in-ear options. Like other Shure in-ears, the SE530s come with a variety of extras, such as eight different sets of sleeves, an optional volume control, and an optional remote and mic. The S530s have a modular cord, meaning it’s a bit under a foot and a half long. This is ideal for connecting to a media player in an arm band. The headphones also come with an extension cord that makes them a typical length for a set of in-ears.
Although the Shure SE530s are at the top of the line, they aren’t all that different from the next model down, the SE420s. While the SE530s come with a few more extras, they have an equivalent sound quality.
The Shure SE530s are currently available for about $300.
Comparisons
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Sound Quality
Average or above average performance. Read More... |
Page 3
Isolation
Isolates well, high decibel output with low distortion, controls leakage well. Read More... |
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Comfort
Large selection of sleeve options. The foam sleeves were kind of itchy, the plastic sleeves got uncomfortable over time. Read More... |
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Usability
Lots of options for cord length, comes with a cleaning tool. Many extras. Not easy to fix. Read More... |
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Sennheiser MM 50 iP Comparison
 We compare the SE530 to the MM50 iP. Read More... |
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Shure SE420 Comparison
 We compare the SE530 to the SE420. Read More... |
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V MODA Vibe Duo Comparison
 We compare the SE530 to the Vibe Duo. Read More... |
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Apple In-ear Headphones with Remote and Mic Comparison
 We compare the SE530 to the In-ear Headphones with Remote & Mic. Read More... |
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Page 10
Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Shure SE530. Read More... |
Part 11
Comments
Read what people are saying about the Shure SE530. Add your comments... |
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