How heavy is one earbud? Does it put pressure when inserted? I'm looking for a noise-isolating earbuds that don't put much pressure on ears.
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If you are taliking about air pressure on your eardrum from the bud then there is pressure in the ear but it is not uncomfortable in my opinion. These come with an assortment of tips that are easily interchangeable and will adjust the pressure as well. I find the seal to be extremely helpful while I am exercising because it keeps the sweat from entering my ear and distorting the sound. If you are talking about uncomfortable pressure at the top of your ear cannal caused by the weight of the bud then i can tell you I have not experienced this at all. Even while jogging or running and the bud bouncing with my movement. These are great buds and worth the money. I have run through numerous sets of buds in the $30-$50 range and was never really satisfied. I was reluctant to spend this kind of $$ for buds that were essentially going to be work out headphones but I'm glad I did. I can't hear a thing in the gym other than what I am listening to.
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The 'pressure' will not come from the weight of the earbud for sure (very light) but more from the flex of whatever tips you end up using. I personally use the triple rubber seal one and it leaves a little dent in my ears but I don't find it uncomfortable.
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You want a good seal, which creates air pressure when inserting UNLESS you follow the steps below air pressure that comes from a good noise isolating seal can be prevented by 1/moistening the bud, 2/ pulling down on earlobe while 3/inserting the bud as deeply as comfortable then 4/release the earlobe to create a pressure free seal. If you push the earbud in without pulling the earlobe down to crete a gap, the pressure can be uncomfortable. The moisture really helps with deeper insertion and seal for best sound and noise isolation, but increased seal can be uncomfortable without the earlobe pull to create a pressure release gap in the ear canal. Earbud weight was never noticeable for me. You want a good seal, which creates air pressure when inserting UNLESS you follow the steps below air pressure that comes from a good noise isolating seal can be prevented by 1/moistening the bud, 2/ pulling down on earlobe while 3/inserting the bud as deeply as comfortable then 4/release the earlobe to create a pressure free seal. If you push the earbud in without pulling the earlobe down to crete a gap, the pressure can be uncomfortable. The moisture really helps with deeper insertion and seal for best sound and noise isolation, but increased seal can be uncomfortable without the earlobe... » Read More You want a good seal, which creates air pressure when inserting UNLESS you follow the steps below air pressure that comes from a good noise isolating seal can be prevented by 1/moistening the bud, 2/ pulling down on earlobe while 3/inserting the bud as deeply as comfortable then 4/release the earlobe to create a pressure free seal. If you push the earbud in without pulling the earlobe down to crete a gap, the pressure can be uncomfortable. The moisture really helps with deeper insertion and seal for best sound and noise isolation, but increased seal can be uncomfortable without the earlobe pull to create a pressure release gap in the ear canal. Earbud weight was never noticeable for me. « Show Less
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very light & rubbery...usually come in different sizes for optimum fit so there should be no problem.
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Hi there. I'm one of the customers that have bought these. These earbuds are for the device itself, when worn in one ear. They fit very well.
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Hi Roy, Good question! We don't recommend you use any earbuds when you're sleeping. But, if you're just taking a rest Zipbuds would be more than comfortable! As always, exercise safety first. If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out via our website contact form and we'd be more than happy to help out. Best, Zipbuds Chris
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I have had no problems and only have one set of earbuds that I've used. Inexpensive ones, but can't remember the brand name.
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They are heavy indeed, as they made of solid metal. DUNU also supplies a piece of plastic that can be attached to wire which wraps around the earlobe which compensate for the weight. They are comfortable to wear. I personally never had any issues with the weight, but never used them for sports etc. where they may fall out because if acceleration. The main issue with many hybrid in ear monitors such as the DUNU-DN 1K is that the nozzle is relatively broad which causes discomfort for persons with a narrow ear canal.
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I personally hate the isolation of standard in-ears, so because you can still hear those around you and don't get the "isolation" feeling that standard in ears provide, they would in theory be great for this...Unfortunately the sound they provide is all treble. There is almost no bass response, so most instruments will sound thin and tinny. No serious musician will want to hear his or herself sounding like that. The concept is amazing and they are incredibly light weight and comfortable, but the price is far too high for the sound quality. If they ever improve the frequency response, they will be a fantastic product. I personally hate the isolation of standard in-ears, so because you can still hear those around you and don't get the "isolation" feeling that standard in ears provide, they would in theory be great for this...Unfortunately the sound they provide is all treble. There is almost no bass response, so most instruments will sound thin and tinny. No serious musician will want to hear his or herself sounding like that. The concept is amazing and they are incredibly light weight and comfortable, but the price is far too high for the sound quality. If they ever improve the frequency... » Read More I personally hate the isolation of standard in-ears, so because you can still hear those around you and don't get the "isolation" feeling that standard in ears provide, they would in theory be great for this...Unfortunately the sound they provide is all treble. There is almost no bass response, so most instruments will sound thin and tinny. No serious musician will want to hear his or herself sounding like that. The concept is amazing and they are incredibly light weight and comfortable, but the price is far too high for the sound quality. If they ever improve the frequency response, they will be a fantastic product. « Show Less
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Hi Roy,Good question! We don't recommend you use any earbuds when you're sleeping. But, if you're just taking a rest Zipbuds would be more than comfortable! As always, exercise safety first. If you have any other questions please don't hesitate to reach out via our website contact form and we'd be more than happy to help out.Best,Zipbuds Chris
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They are not heavy at all and do not hurt my ears. the weight is prob 2 to 3 ounces. i love mine.
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The weight of the zip buds is noticeable but it doesn't bother me. I actually like feeling them and knowing where they are. The zipper is what weights a little more but it is also what keeps the earbuds from tangling.
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It's not hard hard, but it's not soft either. It has a soft cover outside of the most typical round shaped earphones, so it's not too hard. And the earphones don't go all the way in, it's the kind that is supposed to stay on the outermost layer of the ears, so it shouldn't hurt.
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Not sure what people are talking about concerning noise isolation... I use them to play along on drums... and I usually have to *turn down* the music a little bit to hear the drums... so isolation is just fine... It's all about the tip size and type... the little squishy foam tips do have better isolation... In fact, I had a cheap set of foam tip earbuds a while back and I had the volume cranked a little bit... (not too much)..and unbeknownst to me... the fire alarm had been going on in my office for several minutes and I was totally unaware until someone stopped by my desk and said "hey dude, we gotta go" while making a gesture pointing to the ceiling... i.e. sound isolation is all about the tips... lol Not sure what people are talking about concerning noise isolation... I use them to play along on drums... and I usually have to *turn down* the music a little bit to hear the drums... so isolation is just fine... It's all about the tip size and type... the little squishy foam tips do have better isolation... In fact, I had a cheap set of foam tip earbuds a while back and I had the volume cranked a little bit... (not too much)..and unbeknownst to me... the fire alarm had been going on in my office for several minutes and I was totally unaware until someone stopped by my desk and said... » Read More Not sure what people are talking about concerning noise isolation... I use them to play along on drums... and I usually have to *turn down* the music a little bit to hear the drums... so isolation is just fine... It's all about the tip size and type... the little squishy foam tips do have better isolation... In fact, I had a cheap set of foam tip earbuds a while back and I had the volume cranked a little bit... (not too much)..and unbeknownst to me... the fire alarm had been going on in my office for several minutes and I was totally unaware until someone stopped by my desk and said "hey dude, we gotta go" while making a gesture pointing to the ceiling... i.e. sound isolation is all about the tips... lol « Show Less
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I wouldn't say that they feel heavy over time, however the pressure on your ears becomes tiring on long trips. If you think that would bother you, then I think your best bet would be to get a set that completely cover your ears unlike these which sit directly on them. Other than that, these are great. I use them all the time when I travel.
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Yup, unfortunately any kind of sound isolating mechanism will create this thump. Even the $550 E500's. There's no way around it. I sometimes where just regular ol' ear plugs, and even with those my footsteps also generate the same thump. All I can tell you is that these earphones are probably more for sitting and enjoying, like on an airplane, or at work. Not so much for walking or running.
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I use them with my laptop and iPod and find the sound quality is good (I am not an audiophile). My concern is that they weigh over 8oz. which I find gets heavy over time, so I have switched to a smaller, lighter, on-the-ear pair.
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Yes, I have to admit earbuds aren't very comfortable because they lack a good ergonomic design, i.e., comfort that you have with traditional headphones. They suit the purpose of a hands-free device.
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So here is my experience (the squeamish might want to stop here). I use the silicone "cone" earbuds. When I go to put them in my ears I do a quick "lick" to lube the silicone with a little saliva. Yes, sounds gross, but a little moisture helps seat the buds deep in my ears. I wear these in many different circumstances from sitting quietly on an airplane (and quiet is the right word since they block a great deal of external noise) to various forms of exercise and most chores around the house. (Note that I've gone through one pair because I failed to adequately "protect" the loose wires running from my iPhone to my ears - not unique to Etymotic, but something to be careful of.) I really like these buds - they have excellent sound quality IMO and once in the ear, they stay put and they are, for me, very comfortable. One last comment - I started out with my originally Etymotics using the flesh-colored foam plugs and after six months switched to the silicone plugs. A "second last comment" - you should plan on changing out the "ear wax filters" (eeyuuuh) 2-3 times per year depending on usage and your ear physiology. Last word - should I destroy these in a moment of carelessness I won't hesitate to purchase another set. ghl
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Negative T. Tom...no earpad compression on my Sennheiser HD650 or 424s when they are on. You can open the sliders on your phones and there's absolutely no pressure on the pads. They just hang there. Good value. alejandro