Shure SE315-K, Sound Isolating Earphone, Hi-Definition

Product Review

Evolved from personal monitor technology thats been road-tested by pro musicians, the SE315 delivers full range sound for personal listening or professional monitoring. High-Definition Micro Drivers deliver full range sound while the Tuned BassPort optimizes low end performance utilizing a vented driver. Designed to meet the needs of live performance and personal listening, the SE315 Earphones are ideal for studio monitoring systems and are a perfect upgrade for portable listening devices. High-Definition MicroDriver + Tuned BassPortFeaturing single High-Definition MicroDrivers, the SE315 delivers full range sound and optimized low-end performance utilizing a vented driver. A detachable cable with formable wire enables easy replacement and secure, comfortable fit on-stage or on-the-go. Sound Isolating sleeves in multiple sizes provide up to 37 dB of isolation and a customized fit. Available in black or clear color choice. Sound Isolating Design Comfortable sound isolating sleeves block up to 37 dB of ambient noise. Sound isolation technology prevents outside noise from interfering with your listening experience, whether on-stage or on-the-go. Shure Sound Isolating Earphones require a proper fit to achieve the best sound. Based on the design platform of the SE425 and SE535, the SE315 offers the same advanced features at a lower price point, said Matt Engstrom, Category Director for Listening Products at Shure. Adding the detachable cable offers innovation outside of sound quality alone. It allows for the integration of other functionality, and extends the life of the product through easy cable replacement. The Shure Sound Isolating Earphones provide an unparalleled combination of sound signatures and sound isolation in a small, comfortable design. All three models feature a detachable cable with wireform fit. Traditionally a pro feature, the cable design allows for easy replacement, significantly extends the life of the product, and offers a more comfort.

Product Features

Shure CBL-M-+K Music Phone Cable with Remote + Mic for iPone, iPod and iPad works with Shure's SE315 earphones.
A detachable Kevlar reinforced cable at the ear allows for easy replacement and customization. Formable wire ensures secure placement over the ear.
Sound signature provides a unique acoustic sound to address specific listening preferences using Hi-Definition MicroSpeakers plus Tuned BassPorts
Available in Clear and Black
Shure CBL-M-+K Music Phone Cable with Remote + Mic for iPone, iPod and iPad available as an additional accessory.

Accessories

Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review

(48 customer reviews)

85 of 85 people found the following review helpful

Amazing Sound Quality, Top Notch Features, Near Perfect Earphones, September 28, 2010

Christopher D. Mcbride (Jacksonville, FL) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Shure SE315-K, Sound Isolating Earphone, Hi-Definition Micro Speaker with Tuned Bass Port (Black) (Electronics)

I wouldn't consider myself an "audiophile" in the strictest sense of the word. I do, however, like to enjoy my music the way I believe it was meant to be heard. In my experience, Shure earphones provide some of the best sound quality for the price. While they are not in any way cheap, there are certainly far more expensive options out there.

I have used a pair of Shure E4c's for the past three years on an almost daily basis. I absolutely loved them. Unfortunately with that much use the cords began to get brittle and started to fray until a few weeks ago, one of the wires finally completely cut out. This is a common occurrence for all earphones which are used extensively. I contacted Shure customer service to inquire about repairs, replacement, and their advice on a comparable product now available. Shure's customer service delivered a highly detailed and cordial response within 24 hours. I learned that I could repair my E4c's for around $110. Alternatively, I was...Read more

38 of 40 people found the following review helpful

From a Drummer's Perspective..., November 13, 2010

KelVarnson (Central CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Shure SE315-K, Sound Isolating Earphone, Hi-Definition Micro Speaker with Tuned Bass Port (Black) (Electronics)

I *really* wanted to like these earbuds, and they are a fine product with many good features, but ultimately they were not the best solution for me. As a working drummer I have been regularly gigging for the last five years, using Shure E2's exclusively. I've put up with the E2's deficient bass response and inevitable cable rot because they offer great isolation (essential for live drumming), they're affordable, and they fit me very well. The cable rot was an issue, the first time I encountered it, Shure's truly stellar customer service team replaced the entire units, even though they were about a month away from warranty expiration. I cut apart the brand-new set and immediately put heat-shrink tubing over the wires to prevent them from rotting. Why Shure can't fix such a simple problem, I don't know.

I was hoping that they had addressed the lack of bass and the cable rot with the new SE315's. It appears that their solution to the cable rot is to make a replaceable...Read more

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful

Would be 4.5 stars if that was an option... But really nice, November 5, 2010

Kevin Dorff "kdorff" (Yonkers, NY USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Shure SE315-K, Sound Isolating Earphone, Hi-Definition Micro Speaker with Tuned Bass Port (Black) (Electronics)

The SE315 are marvelous headphones. It APPEARS Shure has solved ALMOST every issue with their previous headphones.

Pros:
* They're Shure headphones, so they sound great and come with lots of different tips for nearly any preference.
* The in-ear comfort is exactly the same has previous Shure entries. If you've owned Shure before, you know what you are getting into for fit.
* The replaceable cable is something that was SORELY needed. Nothing is worse than paying $200+ on a pair of headphones and having the cord break just out of warranty and it cost nearly the purchase price to have them replaced by Shure. Now just replace a $50 cable which admittedly is expensive, but a lot less than it would have been with previous Shure headphones.
* The body of the headphone itself is angled differently, so they are more flush to your ear. They should work better with earmufs, ear on a pillow, etc.
* The "over the ear" part of the cable is now covered in a thin...Read more