mathi8vadhanan
1000+ Head-Fier
I had to use the large stock silicon, and agree about the discomfort. Worse than discomfort, they also make the high mids/lower treble slightly too sharp. Not terrible, but overly detailed, bordering on sibilant. I use Large Spiral Dots. They smooth everything right out, making all frequencies sound so natural, without becoming blurry or bloated. I'm not sure Angie can be bloated, but the Spiral Dots certainly don't do it.
They were my favorite tips with the ATH-IM03 as well, clearing up all of its sibilance.. They change the sound (compared to stock tips) for the better. I like to think this is how the Customs sound, without any silicon or foam getting in the way of the nozzle opening.
Ultimate Ear 600 tips are also very good at this. But my left ear kept sliding out, so I'm happily back with the JVCs.
I bought the variety pack of Weston Stars in preparation for Angie. They remain unopened. The Spiral Dots are just too good.
If you use medium stock, I think you should use medium JVCs. They ought to be bigger, but they fit into a larger part of your ear, so that's natural.
Thanks for the info. I hate when they don't offer you sampler pack or allow you to mix-match sizes.