Shure RMCE-TW2

Such a revelation! I have had the RMCE-TW2 adapters for just 2 weeks now and find them so comfortable and musically enjoyable that I’ve hardly had them off! If you’re wondering about them just give them a try as what’s to lose? Please read on if you’re interested but realised I was rattling on without first getting to the point of the review.

I bought the Shure SE 849 IEMs over 2 years ago which also came with the Shure BT1 Bluetooth adapter. I normally listen via a wired connection from an iPod touch through an Oppo HA-2 DAC/Headphone amplifier which I have enjoyed for almost 6 years now. I sometimes have used the BT1 on walks or train journeys but not that regularly. It gets some poor reviews but personally I have found it reasonably convenient and gives adequate quality through the SE849s which of course sound wonderful anyway. However I always found the BT1 cable stiff and not that comfortable for long periods. I was looking generally for a better Bluetooth adapter and spotted the Shure RMCE-TW2 which certainly looked the part and made for my IEMs though I’m sure they would be great with any MMCX connected IEMs. Thomann give a 30 day return period which I know they honour plus the best price so ordered them I have had them now for 2 weeks.
I find the fitting great, excellent battery life, reasonably sensitive touch controls and useful app.
Bluetooth obviously cannot yet match up to wired connections or wi-fi and I also have a pair of Meze Empyrean connected to a Chord Hugo 2 which sounds magnificent. However sometimes you need have convenience too while still enjoying your favourite music and these Shure fit the bill!