[theory_87]

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Originally Posted by coolbilly /img/forum/go_quote.gif but still, the es3/x is not better than UE11......

At this level, there is no better. It just a matter of preference. I personally prefer ue10 and acs t1 over ue11.

You must be suck into market gimmick of more drivers = better

 

[nsx_23]

I guess I know where my cash bonus is going....

 

[Ricey20]

yep, already have money stored up for either the ES3X or UE10 (maybe UE11 but heard the sound is more colored than the 10s)

 

[catscratch]

Over the last month my ES2 has basically stopped sealing period. Nothing surprising about that since ear canal anatomy changes over time, and average lifespan for a custom headphone is about 2 years. But, it makes the question more pressing than ever. Here's to hoping that the ES3x will be exactly what I need, and still carry the Westone house sound.

 

[Geruvah]

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Originally Posted by catscratch /img/forum/go_quote.gif Over the last month my ES2 has basically stopped sealing period. Nothing surprising about that since ear canal anatomy changes over time, and average lifespan for a custom headphone is about 2 years. But, it makes the question more pressing than ever. Here's to hoping that the ES3x will be exactly what I need, and still carry the Westone house sound.

I always thought the average was 4, but I'm sure it changes with everybody. Does Westone do a thing where it would cost less if all you need is remolding?

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

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Originally Posted by catscratch /img/forum/go_quote.gif Over the last month my ES2 has basically stopped sealing period. Nothing surprising about that since ear canal anatomy changes over time, and average lifespan for a custom headphone is about 2 years. But, it makes the question more pressing than ever. Here's to hoping that the ES3x will be exactly what I need, and still carry the Westone house sound.

You know you could buy some Tamiya Clear glossy Acrylic Paint and put a layer onto your IEM and let it dry, then it out and if it is still too lose just apply another coat, right? I added 4 coats over two days to my spare pair of Livewires and they fit perfectly, without having to send them in like my first pair to get a better seal.

 

[catscratch]

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Originally Posted by HeadphoneAddict /img/forum/go_quote.gif You know you could buy some Tamiya Clear glossy Acrylic Paint and put a layer onto your IEM and let it dry, then it out and if it is still too lose just apply another coat, right? I added 4 coats over two days to my spare pair of Livewires and they fit perfectly, without having to send them in like my first pair to get a better seal.

I'm not sure if that would work with the ES2, since it uses a flexible heat-activated material for the sound tubes. Still, thanks for the tip, it's an interesting idea.

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

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Originally Posted by catscratch /img/forum/go_quote.gif I'm not sure if that would work with the ES2, since it uses a flexible heat-activated material for the sound tubes. Still, thanks for the tip, it's an interesting idea.

I forgot about that. In my case I requested the ES3X be 100% acrylic since I want the most durable and easy to carry in a pocket set, like all my other customs.

 

[Jeremy1234]

Let me know how this compared to my ACS T1.

Thanks.

 

[Ricey20]

So whats the difference between this heat activated material and acrylic besides durability?

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

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Originally Posted by Ricey20 /img/forum/go_quote.gif So whats the difference between this heat activated material and acrylic besides durability?

Nothing except they soften after insertion - and the heat activated tips are fairly durable, but if squished into a tight case for weeks or months they could deform. Since I have been fine with 3 custom IEM without the heat activated ear canals, I figure why change things now if the old way works for me.

Spoke to Westone - they might be done by the end of the day and will let me know. I can drive over to pick them up if that is the case.

 

[Ricey20]

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Originally Posted by HeadphoneAddict /img/forum/go_quote.gif Nothing except they soften after insertion - and the heat activated tips are fairly durable, but if squished into a tight case for weeks or months they could deform. Since I have been fine with 3 custom IEM without the heat activated ear canals, I figure why change things now if the old way works for me. Spoke to Westone - they might be done by the end of the day and will let me know. I can drive over to pick them up if that is the case.

Ah ic. Is the heat activated tips more comfortable in general then? I doubt I would store then in a cramped case at all

 

[coolbilly]

I think the UE 11 is like $1100...
that's too much money for me...
since I'm only a college student......

 

[HeadphoneAddict]

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Originally Posted by Ricey20 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Ah ic. Is the heat activated tips more comfortable in general then? I doubt I would store then in a cramped case at all

Well, Blutarsky has the ES2 and loves the heat activated ear canal portion. I'm just a little OCD about my stuff, and it "seemed weird" for my to think about owning them made from 2 materials, even if it might actually be better. At least I don't line things up or wash my hands every 5 minutes.

 

[my.self]

headphoneaddict, u say u put ur customs in a cramped case. how cramped are we talking about? is it sar for iems to be in a pouch or carrying case then and not be deformed like u said? im just wondering how tight of a spot ur referring to that the customs will be deformed.