What makes the Custom Earphone Series so comfortable?
Custom Series headphones offer you a complete personalized fit. Our proprietary Contour Ear Gels are anatomically shaped to accurately fit inside the human ear canal. These soft, oval silicon tips reduce ear fatigue, while flexible ear wires mold precisely around your ear so you can listen in perfect comfort. Additionally, Klipsch conducted an extensive fit study to ensure that the earbuds (portion with the Klipsch logo) were also ergonomically correct.
How do I know what Custom model is right for me?
Custom-1, Custom-2 and Custom-3 are all premium noise-isolation headphones that look good and sound great. Each model offers the same level of comfort, fit and durability. The difference, however, rests within the sound technology, creating a Good, Better, Best scenario.
- Custom-1 (Good) employs exclusive KG332 balanced armatures, making it a great choice for everyday use.
- Custom-2 (Better) employs KG534 dual-balanced armatures, making it an excellent choice for those who want a little more bass in their music.
- Custom-3 (Best) employs exclusive KG723 tweeters, KG731 woofers and patent-pending electro-acoustic crossover systems, making it a studio-reference choice for musicians and serious audiophiles.
How do I get the flexible ear wires to mold precisely around my ears?
The flexible ear wires come pre-formed to fit most ears. However, to get a true custom feel, you will need to tweak the bend. Start by gently forming it to the back of your ear. You may need to adjust the angle of the earbud in your ear to help achieve a good seal or eliminate pressure points. Plan on spending up to five minutes checking the ear tip fit and wire adjustment. In many instances, you will need to bend the wire so that the nozzle is pointing forward and upward.
After wearing my earphones for a while, my ears hurt. What can I do?
Possibly, the flex wires need to be adjusted to allow the earphone housing to "float" inside the ear. If it is resting against the ear cartilage, it might cause discomfort. The ear gel fit may not be quite right. All ears are different. Rotate the housing so the gel fits snug in the ear, and it pointing up into the ear canal. Experiment with different-sized ear gels or consider using a double-flange gel.
Is it possible to achieve partial noise isolation with these earphones?
Yes, not only do Custom's flexible ear wires provide optimal comfort, they also let users experience full or partial noise isolation—a great safety feature for on-the-go users. It's just a matter of pulling the ear gels out of the ear canals and adjusting the wires to firmly position the earphone nozzles over the ear canals.
How durable are Custom earphones?
Klipsch put its Custom Series earphones through extensive "real world" testing to ensure long-lasting durability. You'll find reliable strain relief at every cable connection point to help prevent wire damage. Plus, underneath the cable's black cloth weaving, Klipsch has implemented a special PVC Wireguard jacket to prevent the wires from becoming exposed and frayed. However, cable wear occurs over time so you should always take special care of your earphones.