[unique123]

  There goes 1 person claims he has problem with fitting, the issue is as I feared the short nozzle... This usually vary case by case though.. so I think demo 1st is a must...
About it not being long though, some folks in IM series did have similar problem with their IM02, some fix it with adding one layer of a cut silicon bore to give extension (?) didn't reply catch what they mean, but you can check that thread for a probable fix.

I hadn't thought of trying to extend the nozzle, but I do have some Comply tips coming in. If the fit is still no good, I am probably sending these back instead of fiddling around, regardless of how good they sound at their current price point.
 

  You can flip them and try the fit again. L to R and R to L. Raises the tube up higher some and should be tried.
 
Of course bending the memory wire right helps. You can be surprised that they may go a little deeper.
 
Don't know your ears but worth a try. I know that I look forward to a cable w/o a memory wire coming along sometime. And a bit shorter as I don't always need 1.6 meters.

Yes, I tried that last night but unfortunately there is no difference for me. I did bend the memory wire to a shape similar to my Epic cables, but I don't see how that would help with the fit issue, as the poor fit mainly stems from the short nozzle/raised nozzle base. For what it's worth, I removed the housing from the cables to see if I could get a good fit with just the housing, and still no go.
 
Sorry if I'm using any incorrect terminology!

 

[jant71]

Maybe, if you send them back, you can try out the Trinity Phantom Sabre though they won't be shipping till next month sometime. ~$85 right now which is the same price range as the $89 I paid for the E40 and they are also dual-phase drivers and come with both long and short tuning nozzles. Certainly much of the same appeal of the E40 would have.
 
I went for the pre-order myself as I haven't tried a Trinity phone out yet and the E40/Sabre comparison just needs to be done

 

 

[unique123]

Thanks for the heads up! If the Phantom's sound anything like the E40's and fit better, I would be thrilled with the $89 price.
 
Edit: I should also clarify that the short nozzle would not be a problem if the tip itself was longer. As it is, the silicone tip ends only about 2-3 millimeters away from the end of the nozzle. The foam tips on my Westones extend 7-8 millimeters away from the nozzle.

 

[Sp12er3]

Which means it might get fixed with different tip?

 

[unique123]

Yes, that is the hope! I mentioned in my initial post that I have Comply tips on the way. I will report back once I have had a chance to try the E40's out with them.

 

[riposte]

Another good IEM from audio-technica. I would buy E40 to upgrade from IM50. Maybe not the best for female vocal presentation (but I considered E40 still great for me). I like everything on it

 

[Sp12er3]

Another good IEM from audio-technica. I would buy E40 to upgrade from IM50. Maybe not the best for female vocal presentation (but I considered E40 still great for me). I like everything on it

you've tried it? Lucky you...

 

[audio123]

Another good IEM from audio-technica. I would buy E40 to upgrade from IM50. Maybe not the best for female vocal presentation (but I considered E40 still great for me). I like everything on it

definitely there are still better iems at this price point

 

[riposte]

definitely there are still better iems at this price point

 
Here, the price is Rp 1.250.000 (94.84 USD). IM70 1.175.000
There is are still better one? What is it?

 

[Sp12er3]

@Riposte Where did you demo it at ? Headfonia?


 


@Audio123 What good Dynamic Sealed with detachable, ear guide equipped IEM is better in this price point? 

 

[audio123]

Where did you demo it at ? Headfonia?

@Audio123 What good Dynamic Sealed with detachable, ear guide equipped IEM is better in this price point? 

i have the e40 its with me

 

[audio123]

Here, the price is Rp 1.250.000 (94.84 USD). IM70 1.175.000
There is are still better one? What is it?

finalaudiodesign adagio 2/3
Finalaudiodesign heaven2
Havib3pro1
Ostrykc06
1more

 

[riposte]

finalaudiodesign adagio 2/3
Finalaudiodesign heaven2
Havib3pro1
Ostrykc06
1more

 
I forget which one I've tried, adagio 2 or 3, and forget the impression 

FAD Heaven II is good for vocals yes 

 
I don't like B3 Pro1, KC06 too
I don't know 1more series, waiting someone buy it and bring it to local meetup

 

[Sp12er3]

finalaudiodesign adagio 2/3
Finalaudiodesign heaven2
Havib3pro1
Ostrykc06
1more

Does Havi have a detachable?
1 More: a bit hard to get a demo really... fakes everywhere...
Final I agree, but not for everyone, really.
As I asked, as a whole package, E40 is quite appealing

 

[seanwee]

finalaudiodesign adagio 2/3
Finalaudiodesign heaven2
Havib3pro1
Ostrykc06
1more

Finals are muddy, the rest should be good.