[SolidVictory]

Hey all,

Been a while since I've posted here. I am looking for an IEM that goes past the first curve in the ear (i.e., a true canal-type IEM). However, the housing of the IEM can't be a "shell" type. The reason being, the housing rubs against my ear and causes irritation. I'll be using these for the gym, so looking to spend no more than $70. Right now I'm using Shure SCL4's but the wire is fraying and I fear they have a short life ahead of them.

So to recap, here are the requirements:

1. Must go past the first curve/bend in the ear canal.
2. Shell of the IEM must be thin and narrow.
3. Must be less than $70.

See below for images of what I described above:

The IEM shell should be thin and narrow like this:



NOT like this:



Thank you!

 

[yabai]

Etymotic ER4 seem to fit the profile but they are more than $70. How about the Etymotic MC5, H5 or ER7? It seems like these are all near your budget.

 

[SolidVictory]

Thanks! Any other suggestions?