Custom IEMs...what materials are the monitors (shells) made out of?

[oak3x]

In comparing custom IEMs from Livewires, Ultimate Ears, Westone etc.

What material are the monitors (shells) made out of. I believe the Livewires are made out of hard acrylic

Do any of the other manufactors use different material (say a softer compound), which would yield possibly a better fit?

Thanks

 

[VoLTaG3]

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Originally Posted by oak3x /img/forum/go_quote.gif In comparing custom IEMs from Livewires, Ultimate Ears, Westone etc. What material are the monitors (shells) made out of. I believe the Livewires are made out of hard acrylic Do any of the other manufactors use different material (say a softer compound), which would yield possibly a better fit? Thanks

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[oak3x]

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[jsmithepa]

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[lisnalee]

I have the livewires and they are indeed made from hard acrylic, but have seen a pair of ACS customs which use a use a softer silicone material.

Personally i prefer the acrylic as it's a bit more durable over time but others may prefer or find they get a more comfortable fit with a silicone version.

 

[shigzeo]

my ears have aversion to silicon and i get sore after only a little amount of time. my sleek customs are acrylic and very comfortable. also, if they don't fit right, they can be coated merely with a bit of nail polish to achieve perfect fit. great great phones.

 

[Anouk]

Hello, i think the ue customs do have acrylic shells too. The es3x from westone can be done with a softer material for better fit.
Greetings, Anouk,