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Etymotic ER2SERecommended1 / 6
Etymotic

Etymotic ER2SE

Premium in-ear monitors on an enthusiast’s budget.

Current price · Amazon US
$149.99
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Key specs

Material Chassis Primary
Aluminum
Resin31%Plastic24%Aluminum16%Metal16%

Aluminum appears on 16% of the 49 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Connection Type
Wired-3.5mmMost common
Wired-3.5mm95%Bluetooth5%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 95% of the 37 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Ear Tip Material
Most common
Silicone63%Memory foam21%Foam12%Others4%

Memory foam is the most common — on 21% of the 52 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Has Microphone
NoMost common
False68%True32%

False is the most common — on 68% of the 34 in-ear monitors we've cataloged (of 38).

Build

Material Chassis Primary
Aluminum

Connectivity

Connection Type
Wired-3.5mm
Cable Type
3.5mm single-ended, MMCX detachable

Design

Ear Tip Material
Silicone, memory foam
Ear Tip Sizes Included
S, M, L
Earbud Form Factor
In-ear
Detachable Cable
Yes

Microphone

Has Microphone
No

Features

Inline Controls
No

Identity

Model Number
ETYER2SE

Release

Date
2019-02-15
Msrp Usd
109 USD
Year
2019

Sound

Driver Count
1
Driver Type
Dynamic
Frequency Response
20-16000 Hz
Frequency Response High Hz
16000 Hz
Frequency Response Low Hz
20 Hz
Impedance
15 Ω
Sensitivity
96 dB/mW

Lab data

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Etymotic ER2SESoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve
Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.-20-100+10+20201001k10k20k

Measured frequency response (dB relative) against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve. When the measurement goes above the dashed line, that frequency is louder than our preference curve, and when it goes below: it's quieter. Use the curve for comparison purposes only, as your taste may vary.

Etymotic ER2SE: frequency response, as measured in the SoundGuys lab. Frequency in hertz.
Frequency (Hz)Response (dB)
20-11.0
25-9.7
32-8.5
40-7.6
50-6.8
63-6.1
80-5.6
100-5.2
125-4.9
160-4.7
200-4.7
250-4.8
315-4.5
400-4.0
500-3.8
630-3.6
800-2.5
10000.1
12502.8
16005.4
20007.2
25009.5
31509.2
40006.5
50003.9
63000.2
8000-2.4
10000-3.1
12500-0.2
16000-4.9
20000-25.6

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating
8.0/ 10
Recommended
Lil Katz
Reviewed byLil KatzContributorReviewed April 2022
Isolation10.0
Comfort & fit7.9
Connectivity6.5
Design8.8
Portability8.3
Features6.9
The verdict

The Etymotic ER2SE is a great piece of hardware for enthusiasts. As with all Etymotic IEMs, you’re paying for sheer performance rather than gimmicks. The detachable housings elongate the ER2SE lifespan as listeners can easily replace the cable if it frays. The small-diameter nozzles are extremely comfortable, even more so than the famed Shure SE215. If you’re looking for high-quality in-ears, Etymotic’s headset is a smart pick.

✓What we like
✓Excellent isolation
✓Carrying case
✓Removable MMCX cable
✓Multiple ear tips of varying materials
✕What could be better
✕Earbuds protrude a lot
✕Quiet bass response
✕Can be uncomfortable
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