IEM Antihelix fatigue

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Hi

I have TFZ No.3 and BGVP DM6 .... both of these seem to put pressure on the antihelix of my right ear (for some reason no issues at all on left).

Given the DM6 is pretty much molded for an ear - i figured i'm not "doing it wrong"
Is this a common issue ?? .... usually can't listen for more than an hour or so before the ache gets unpleasant.

Anyone recommend an IEM (hybrid or all-BA) in the $200 ranges that is
Disappointingly the Fiio FH5 didn't cause this issue but i couldn't get it to remain sealed for long despite tip rolling .... was 'ok' at best - made me feel like the FH7 would fix that issue - just a little higher on my budget..... be nice to have FH5 mk2

Thanks
J

 

[Cevisi]

Ears are not the same size and shape on both sides

Like i know kanas pro are smaller then dm6 or tfz n3

 

[Mindstorms]

can you state your opinion on TFZ n3 sound? vs BGVP? also thanks

 

[baskingshark]

Hi

I have TFZ No.3 and BGVP DM6 .... both of these seem to put pressure on the antihelix of my right ear (for some reason no issues at all on left).

Given the DM6 is pretty much molded for an ear - i figured i'm not "doing it wrong"
Is this a common issue ?? .... usually can't listen for more than an hour or so before the ache gets unpleasant.

Anyone recommend an IEM (hybrid or all-BA) in the $200 ranges that is
Disappointingly the Fiio FH5 didn't cause this issue but i couldn't get it to remain sealed for long despite tip rolling .... was 'ok' at best - made me feel like the FH7 would fix that issue - just a little higher on my budget..... be nice to have FH5 mk2

Thanks
J

Hi I faced the same issue with some IEMs that have larger shells (like the original KZ ZS10). I found sometimes, the pressure on the ear can be mitigated by using longer nozzle ear tips (eg spinfits), as the longer nozzle elevates the shell away from contacting the ear.
Tips may of course change the sound signature though, but worth a try IMHO. YMMV.