Hello, this is Kim Young-cheol from El Sound. Today, I would like to share some thoughts about in-ear monitors, or IM. I think I posted a couple of videos reviewing IM in the past. At that time, I talked about recommendations for IM, and I shared what I would suggest if I were in your position. The product I discussed then was not for personal use, but rather for groups to purchase and use together. It was an affordable product that offered quite good performance.

However, today I want to talk about something different. Last time, we focused on products for group use, but today, I will introduce in-ear products that individuals might want to own. There are many manufacturers that people recommend, but today, I would like to introduce a specific product.

Currently, I think the most commonly used product in sound acquisition is the Shure product. However, we have a considerable lineup of Shure products, and it's important for you to know about this. For the demand products, there are specific ways to wear them, and I will discuss those as well. Today, I would like to introduce you to the SE215 product. I believe this product is the most suitable for personal ownership. While professionals might need to use better products, I think if you are at the beginner level, you should at least have something like this. With that in mind, I will share some explanations about this product. We will discuss its features, the advantages it offers, and why this product is suitable for certain people.

I will proceed to explain. Before we start, please don't forget to subscribe and like. Let's take a moment to watch the video before we begin. 

Now, let's get started. The product I will be explaining today is the Shuo's 215spe model. However, before I explain this, I would like to briefly introduce many of the IMA products available from Shuo. Most of the in-ear products from Shuo start with the initials SE, followed by a three-digit number. The most representative model is the 215, which I will be explaining to you today. This model is considered one of the most popular choices for those transitioning to professional use. It is widely used in the field, and I still use this product myself. So, the 215 model, followed by the 425, 535, and 846 models, is how the products are categorized.

The reason is that the meaning of the number at the front refers to the series number. For example, 2 indicates the second CD, 315 is the third series, 425 is the fourth series, 535 is the fifth series, and 846 is the eighth series. This categorization can be based on the type of driver used. If the driver uses a dynamic micro driver, it would be 215. Starting from the third series, the designation HD is added, indicating that it uses an HD micro driver, which is a slightly improved and better quality driver. From the 300 series to the 800 series, all drivers use HD micro drivers. Now, the meaning of the numbers in the middle, such as 1, 2, 3, and 4, refers to the number of drivers. In the case of 315, it indicates that there is one driver. The 425 model includes an HD micro driver.

The number of drivers is two in this case, while for the 535, there are three drivers. For the 846, there are naturally four drivers included. This is why it has to be expensive; it has good drivers, and since there are four drivers, the price easily exceeds one million won. The last number is 5, which indicates that the cable is detachable. This refers to the MMCX connector, which allows for detachable cables. The model 1 is very popular in the market, and not only is it ranked second, but it is also ranked third. While it's best to use it connected with a cable in the field, there are people who want to use it in their daily lives as well. For those people, Shure offers a true wireless adapter.

I have created a product that can be connected and used, like the one you are currently viewing. This connector allows for detachable use, and we are using an MMCX connector for this purpose. To distinguish this, you can identify that only the products marked with the number 5 at the end are detachable. 

I briefly mentioned the distinctions of in-ear products in October. Many people are already aware of this, but for those who are new to in-ears, the way to wear them is very important. Using them for two years means they are intended for use during performances. First and foremost, they need to fit well. To ensure a good fit, the method of wearing them is crucial. Additionally, if they come loose while moving during a performance, it could lead to a disaster. Therefore, I will discuss how to wear them properly with all of you.

Let me briefly explain how to wear it. First, the cable itself is usually 1.2 meters long. If it's too long, it might get pulled and break while moving, so we typically use 1.2 meters. The connector connects to a body pack, which is also known as a belt pack. This means that the length is not very long. Now, you will move the cable to the back. As shown, while the in-ear is hanging around my neck, I will demonstrate how to wear it. Please press the ear tip part twice, it's quite simple. Then, place it behind your ear so it fits snugly. Once it's comfortably in your ear, you can pull the loop behind your ear.

Because I am wearing glasses, you should first place the earphones in your ears once or twice, and then move the loop behind your ear. Now, at the back, you will see a loop. You need to pull this loop towards your head. Can you see it? You should pull it so that the loop goes up over your head. The reason for doing this is to ensure that the earphones do not fall out during the performance. Some people might not be aware of this basic method, so I wanted to explain it to you.

Now, today I would like to briefly explain the version 2 in-ear product. The biggest advantage of this product is its pressure isolation, which effectively prevents external sounds from entering.

All molds are quite similar. The pressure and the comfort level are designed to be very good. I only have the version 2, so I don’t know how good the comfort and pressure are for the other products, but I am very satisfied with this one. When used for a long time, cheaper products can be quite uncomfortable and cause ear pain. However, this product is extremely comfortable. That is one of its advantages. This is the special edition model. I want to show you the FR value for a moment. If you look, the range is elevated a bit in the 200 to 400, 300 range compared to other products. The special edition version is significantly higher than the regular ones.

It probably wasn't a curve; it feels like the bass has slightly diminished. The special edition model I currently have compensates for that aspect a bit more. However, what's a bit disappointing is that the range from 400 to 800 Hz feels lacking compared to other products. The 400 to 800 Hz range seems to be lower than expected, which is a bit unfortunate. This means that male or female vocals, which have prominent mid-bass characteristics, might not be as audible. On the other hand, the high frequencies are expressed very well. This means that in a performance, how well the performer can hear their own voice is crucial. Of course, hearing the sounds of other sessions or vocals is important, but what's really significant is whether I can hear my own voice clearly.

When I say session, it means that my guitar sound needs to be clearly heard, and my keyboard sound needs to be clearly heard as well. Honestly, for instrument use, it couldn't be better, especially for keyboards, and the same goes for guitars. In terms of frequency characteristics, this product is excellent. However, I feel a bit of disappointment regarding vocal performance. Most people who use this are often those involved in sessions, or lead vocals. Typically, lead vocalists tend to use higher-end models, something like an Osmo or above. For general session work, though, even a model that ranks around second tier is sufficient. For example, we inevitably have to increase the drivers because we need to address these issues. The vocal sound must be really clear, and my sound has to be very well represented.

We need to make it audible, but in the case of the second position, it's a bit challenging to express it with just one driver. Today, I would like to take a moment to introduce in-ear monitors to those who have entered the professional field or are involved in music activities. I feel that since I'm not a tech YouTuber, rather than explaining the products, I wanted to share with you what you might need in that regard. In the future, if I come across things that I think you might find useful, I will make sure to introduce them as well. If today's discussion was helpful to you, please don't forget to subscribe and like. I'm looking forward to seeing you next time, and I will prepare accordingly. Thank you.

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