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Headphoneus Supremus
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Livewires Trips and Sleek Audio CT6 should also be considered.
thaddy, I also fly quite a bit, and feel that if you put nice plugs on the ER4P you get a better seal than with a custom IEM. for pure isolation, I doubt that customs will beat soft universal plugs. the SQ is of course another matter, and yes, I am convinced that customs have the potential to sound a whole lot better still than most or all universal IEMs. (my experience with a custom IEM is limited but I have logged about 45 hours on planes with a custom IEM). in the end, it may come down to comfort: a custom may feel better for longer stretches, a universal may seal better but won't perhaps feel as good after more than a couple hours.
thaddy, I also fly quite a bit, and feel that if you put nice plugs on the ER4P you get a better seal than with a custom IEM. for pure isolation, I doubt that customs will beat soft universal plugs. the SQ is of course another matter, and yes, I am convinced that customs have the potential to sound a whole lot better still than most or all universal IEMs. (my experience with a custom IEM is limited but I have logged about 45 hours on planes with a custom IEM). in the end, it may come down to comfort: a custom may feel better for longer stretches, a universal may seal better but won't perhaps feel as good after more than a couple hours.
I've owned the Ety's and I just couldn't get used to the wire that doesn't loop around the back of your ear. I tried orienting them upsidedown however they just weren't comfortable. Excellent isolation, but I'd happily give up 3-9db of isolation for a custom fit.
Which custom? Hollow acrylic shell, solid acrylic or silicone?
...I don't get the use of silicone for IEMs - isn't wear and tear going to limit their useful life?
How could their service get any worse? They already take very long to get the customs so what else could they do that's any worse other than just taking your money and doing nothing.