[bossnass15]

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Originally Posted by ajmiarka /img/forum/go_quote.gif Not yet. I am hoping to get them this week. I'm guessing making a full mold takes longer than their canal ones.

I send back mine for a remold too..changing from the default black EP material, canal-only tips to ultraflex, full molds.

 

[ajmiarka]

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Originally Posted by bossnass15 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I send back mine for a remold too..changing from the default black EP material, canal-only tips to ultraflex, full molds.

Did they give you a turnaround time?

 

[thechungster]

So I might order some soon (After my birthday perhaps) from ACS.
Anyway I know where my local audiologist is..but just a few questions.
Are there different materials from ACS or is it just that one particular type?
How long does it tend to take to make?

 

[ottoyu34]

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Originally Posted by thechungster /img/forum/go_quote.gif So I might order some soon (After my birthday perhaps) from ACS. Anyway I know where my local audiologist is..but just a few questions. Are there different materials from ACS or is it just that one particular type? How long does it tend to take to make?

turn around 10 days. 3 days for mine to be done. 1 material.

 

[thechungster]

Oh right. Thanks for the info
There's a pretty decent range of colours they supply, but I think I'll just go for transparent.

 

[ajmiarka]

Just received an email back stating the new full ear molds from ListenHear were shipped Friday. They'll be here tomorrow! Can't wait to try them out.

 

[Saintkeat]

ok how very exciting... but seeing the price difference between ACS and ListenHear, could anyone give a definitive answer as to which is better? or are there any particular characteristics or specifications of each so someone like me could better decide?

 

[Mors]

I'm going to get some of these for my IE8's now, I've decided

Just need to get an appointment with local David Ormero as they're booked up until eternity last time I went in.

Think getting some moulds will need me tied over and stop me getting the new Sony

 

[ajmiarka]

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Originally Posted by Saintkeat /img/forum/go_quote.gif ok how very exciting... but seeing the price difference between ACS and ListenHear, could anyone give a definitive answer as to which is better? or are there any particular characteristics or specifications of each so someone like me could better decide?

I think that answer will be hard to find. People will either order one or the other. As soon as I receive my new molds from ListenHear, I can give you my impressions about the ordering process, build, and sound.

 

[ajmiarka]

The ListenHear sleeves arrived today! I was expecting delivery for tomorrow, but when I got home, the package was sitting there just staring at me...begging to be opened!

The holes do not allow for that deep of insertion of the nozzles so the body of the IE8s are mainly outside. I've switched the cables and use them with the cord going down. I tried over the ear, but they look worse then a pair of UE Super.fi 5 pros!

Here are some pics. Listening now so that I can get a better impressions:

 

[ajmiarka]

Okay, first impressions.

Build: The ultraflex material from ListenHear is supposedly their hardest. The material is still "squishy", but it is tougher than the original molds I had. They might look acrylic, but they are not. The fit is nice and soft. I'll have to test longer wearing sessions, but they are very comfortable. The fit is perfect and the seal stays even when I try opening my mouth.

Sound: To start off, I love warm sound and bass that has impact. Because the body of the IE8s are not as flush to my ear, there is a bit less bass impact, even with the knob turned to max. I did gain what I would call texture. I am able to "feel" the music more now with the custom sleeves. It's a delightful feeling.

The sound is definitely extended compared to the stock IE8 tips. When I say extended, I mean a greater soundstage. The music now feels wider than before.

Isolation: The ultraflex material provides greater isolation than stock tips and also the EP material of my original order. The new molds also passed the wife test. I sat here watching her talk to me and I couldn't hear anything! She has already hit me over the head tonight when she was trying to get my attention. That definitely won't be the last.

So for first impressions, I'm definitely happy with more beneficial sound of having a custom sleeves. Compared to the pictures of the ACS molds, I think ListenHear could do a better job of integrating the IE8 body into the mold better. I feel the stick out too far from my ears when worn over the ear. Turning them upside down helps the looks a little, but not by much.

ListenHear's customer service is top notch. The original person with which I worked left for vacation, but was promptly picked up by a backup. Kudos to their group!

 

[bossnass15]

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Originally Posted by ajmiarka /img/forum/go_quote.gif Okay, first impressions. Build: The ultraflex material from ListenHear is supposedly their hardest. The material is still "squishy", but it is tougher than the original molds I had. They might look acrylic, but they are not. The fit is nice and soft. I'll have to test longer wearing sessions, but they are very comfortable. The fit is perfect and the seal stays even when I try opening my mouth. Sound: To start off, I love warm sound and bass that has impact. Because the body of the IE8s are not as flush to my ear, there is a bit less bass impact, even with the knob turned to max. I did gain what I would call texture. I am able to "feel" the music more now with the custom sleeves. It's a delightful feeling. The sound is definitely extended compared to the stock IE8 tips. When I say extended, I mean a greater soundstage. The music now feels wider than before. Isolation: The ultraflex material provides greater isolation than stock tips and also the EP material of my original order. The new molds also passed the wife test. I sat here watching her talk to me and I couldn't hear anything! She has already hit me over the head tonight when she was trying to get my attention. That definitely won't be the last. So for first impressions, I'm definitely happy with more beneficial sound of having a custom sleeves. Compared to the pictures of the ACS molds, I think ListenHear could do a better job of integrating the IE8 body into the mold better. I feel the stick out too far from my ears when worn over the ear. Turning them upside down helps the looks a little, but not by much. ListenHear's customer service is top notch. The original person with which I worked left for vacation, but was promptly picked up by a backup. Kudos to their group!

Good to hear!
Now i know what to expect

 

[Saintkeat]

ajmiarka perfect impressions post. and very good pictures too. thank you.

it would seem that the ACS sits flush against the ear and the overall design between the 2 seems different for some reason.. i would have thought custom moulds would look the same but i get this impression they're designed different.. hah maybe my eyes are playing tricks on me.. too much head fi perhaps?

 

[ajmiarka]

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Originally Posted by Saintkeat /img/forum/go_quote.gif ajmiarka perfect impressions post. and very good pictures too. thank you. it would seem that the ACS sits flush against the ear and the overall design between the 2 seems different for some reason.. i would have thought custom moulds would look the same but i get this impression they're designed different.. hah maybe my eyes are playing tricks on me.. too much head fi perhaps?

the two designs are different, your eyes are working fine.

the ACS have more room to place the body of the IE8s into, where the ListenHear sleeves only allow the nozzle to be placed into them.

 

[Saintkeat]

hmmm i think i know why it doesn't sit flush for you.. you have quite a bit of the sleeve poking out to the side... comparatively to the ACS which seems to be just a single slender sleeve. if you catch my drift.