[dave_pass]

Hello, does anyone have a recommendation for good replacement tips for UM2s? My ears don't get along with any foam tips, including the comply tips that come standard.

I have a pair of UE 5EBs & those are very comfortable for me. I've read that you can use any Shure replacement tips so I'm thinking the Shure Ultra-Soft Flex Sleeves look most similar to the UE tips.

Does anyone have any experience with that switch? Any other recommendations?

Thanks very much,
Dave

 

[cheechoz]

Yes Dave, any of the Shure flex tips will fit on the UM2. You can even use the tri-flanges with them. Custom molds, are always an option, but I don't think you will have to resort to that extreme!

 

[animalsrush]

I use Etymotic triple flanges. They are cheaper than Shure. I modify them to be Bi-flanges by cutting the smallest tip off and inserting it into the base of the wider flange

 

[t10]

Shure Ultra Soft Flex Sleeves are highly recommended. I use same ones on my E5 and UM1s without any issues.

 

[Veggie_Musician]

U can use UE and sony tips if u make a mod tip holder for them to fit on the UM2 - so a search for my EX71 UM2 mod on this site

 

[firefox360]

"I'm sorry Dave, I'm afraid you can't do that."

jk... but like others have already said, yea you can use the Shure silicon tips, as well as the Etymotic tri-flanges (which need a bit modifying). Also Shure makes their own tri-flanges that you can try.

 

[catscratch]

Eartip choice will affect sound quality quite a bit with the UM2. I'd recommend the clear flex tips. They will not sound quite as harsh as some of the other possible eartips. The soft flex tips sound a bit harsher, but are also more comfortable. Both eartips will have a brighter tonal balance than the comply tips.

 

[Pete7]

For best sq and comfort hands down,go with the custom UM56 tips from Westone. More costly, but well worth it.