Custom IEMs

[Wildcats2004]

I've used every search combination I could think of to find the answer to my question but it just doesn't seem like there is an answer online.

I'm in the market for custom IEMs that will be best for bass players (good reproduction of the kick drum and bass with good sound for the rest of the band)

I've narrowed it down to three products but like I said, no one has done a review from a bass players perspective.

The three products are:
Jerry Harvey Audio - JH16
Ultimate Ears - UE 11 Pro
Westone - ES5

I'm leaning towards the JH16 because Jerry Harvey is said to be the Godfather of IEMs and was the driving force behind Ultimate Ears. I've included the Westones because I've got a personal connection with a dealer and could possibly get them at a deep discount.

This is a HUGE investment and really hard to make a decision when you can't test drive the product before you buy.

Any help would be appreciated. If this topic has been covered I will not be offended if links are posted.

 

[testing1two]

If there is an advantage to going with Jerry Harvey it's that you can call and talk to him. He only makes IEMs for musicians. Ultimate Ears just isn't the same in terms of service since they were bought by Logitech but their products are still top shelf. Westone makes great products too that plenty of great players swear by. But if I had to go "all out" I'd go JH16s.

 

[Rocksolid]

I purchased M Audio IE-40's as they had a seperate bass driver and I have been happy with them. That being said - I haven't used any of the ones you have mentioned so I can't make a comparison to help you..

 

[lindseyp]

I went with Westone due to price. The REAL cost is with the ear molds and this is true regardless of brand. Most of the cost is for the audiologist and the mold.