More pics, different camera:
Howard Leight 'Max' plugs on Altec iM716.
Still some orangeish color issues, but closer to reality than the earlier drab-orange set of my last post.
Here is a link to the Howard Leight site where you can better see the color and tapered shape of these plugs:
http://howardleight.com/products/products2.asp?id=4#
As you can see from the Howard Leight picture, the top 1/2 - 2/3 would be ideal for small to medium ear canals, whereas the bottom 1/2 - 2/3 for larger ear canals. Also, the length of mine in the picture can (and will, eventually) be trimmed down without loss of SQ.
I think the core, or midsection, of the plug is about the same size as most other plugs (E-A-R Classic, stock foamies, etc), if not smaller and softer, but the flange section at the end can really seal off the ear canal, even a large one. The tapered aspect, not unlike you ear canal, is probably similar to custom tips in that respect. Also because of the tapered size, it seals off without it feeling like you're jamming an ever expanding roll of tiolet paper into the smaller, deeper part of your ears. OK, OK. But I think those of us that use foamies understand that feeling.
These puppies are VERY comfy.
Increased comfort, increased seal, much improved SQ, and 99 cents for 10 pair on eBay ($3 incl shipping).
Life is good!
