For those with small ears? I have a problem with most in ear phones because they hurt my ears very shortly after inserting and I feel like I have a brick shoved in my ear. How do these rate among other people with small ears? Do they "adjust" small enough to not be a pain? For those with small ears? I have a problem with most in ear phones because they hurt my ears very shortly after inserting and I feel like I have a brick shoved in my ear. How do these rate among... » Read More For those with small ears? I have a problem with most in ear phones because they hurt my ears very shortly after inserting and I feel like I have a brick shoved in my ear. How do these rate among other people with small ears? Do they "adjust" small enough to not be a pain? « Show Less
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I have small ears as well, so I'm always using the smallest adapters available, and at times, some of them are too big. That said, these fit me well, when using the smallest adapters. You have to make sure you use the smallest "wheel", and the smallest actual headphone cover. Also, make sure to use the rubber headphone covers and opposed to the "felt" cover. This combination works perfect for my small ears. I can wear these easily for 5 hours without them becoming uncomfortable, but after that, you do start to feel them, but for me anyway, that's the case with all earphones. I have small ears as well, so I'm always using the smallest adapters available, and at times, some of them are too big. That said, these fit me well, when using the smallest adapters. You have to make sure you use the smallest "wheel", and the smallest actual headphone cover. Also, make sure to use the rubber headphone covers and opposed to the "felt" cover. This combination works perfect for my small ears. I can wear these easily for 5 hours without them becoming uncomfortable, but after that, you do start to feel them, but for me anyway, that's the case with all... » Read More I have small ears as well, so I'm always using the smallest adapters available, and at times, some of them are too big. That said, these fit me well, when using the smallest adapters. You have to make sure you use the smallest "wheel", and the smallest actual headphone cover. Also, make sure to use the rubber headphone covers and opposed to the "felt" cover. This combination works perfect for my small ears. I can wear these easily for 5 hours without them becoming uncomfortable, but after that, you do start to feel them, but for me anyway, that's the case with all earphones. « Show Less
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Did you ever find one a bluetooth or headset that works? I am having a similar problem. My ears and canals are small, so nothing seems to stay on my ear. I was thinking about trying a bluetooth that has headphones that go over your head or behind your neck, have you tried this type? I agree that they need to make these child size as well!
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I just read your comments and was wondering which product you were talking about. I also have a hard time finding a bluetooth or head phones that stay on my ears. I have almost completely given up on a bluetooth, but was considering trying one of the bluetooth headsets that go behind your neck or over your head? Any suggestions?
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I use mine about a week or a little longer, but I have zero problems with ear infections or much earwax. After I first insert them, I can feel & hear the foam expanding. When I notice that the foam isn't expanding as vigorously as it did at first, I know they're not going to block noise as well, and it's time to replace with a new pair. Oddly, to me, it seems like one plug in the pair usually fails first; I guess I'd have expected they would both go about the same time. I strongly agree with those who say don't wash them; that was an accident that did not go well.
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my ears are pretty small and they fit fine cause you gotta squeeze them first anyways, just remember to Pull gently on the earlobe to straighten the ear canal. pull it up and straight back for adults, down and back for children, then insert it, otherwise it will just bend and won't go in. hope i helped :)
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I bought them for my wife. She likes other "in-ear" types and wears these for hours and hours without any complaint. Personally, my ears get sore when I wear any type of the "in-ears" so I use skull candy "fix-buds" when I am going to listen for a long time. So, if you like the in-ear kind of headphones, they'll be great. If not, I suggest the skullcandys I mentioned earlier.
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Hey Dave, there is a slight discomfort that adds up, I wouldn't be able to wear these for 15+ hours. With that said I find on-ear headphones to be discomforting in general, the sides of my ears get pinched and if you have sensitive skin it will leave bruises and your ears will look like a banana peel. I wouldn't recommend on-ear headphones for extended usage, over the ear headphones would be ideal. I think you can order custom earpads for the device, not sure how much they cost but I'm sure you probably don't want to spend additional money for that. Maybe consider the Audio-Technica's M50X I reviewed both these headphones on my channel. Cheers! Hey Dave, there is a slight discomfort that adds up, I wouldn't be able to wear these for 15+ hours. With that said I find on-ear headphones to be discomforting in general, the sides of my ears get pinched and if you have sensitive skin it will leave bruises and your ears will look like a banana peel. I wouldn't recommend on-ear headphones for extended usage, over the ear headphones would be ideal. I think you can order custom earpads for the device, not sure how much they cost but I'm sure you probably don't want to spend additional money for that. Maybe consider the Audio-Technica's M50X... » Read More Hey Dave, there is a slight discomfort that adds up, I wouldn't be able to wear these for 15+ hours. With that said I find on-ear headphones to be discomforting in general, the sides of my ears get pinched and if you have sensitive skin it will leave bruises and your ears will look like a banana peel. I wouldn't recommend on-ear headphones for extended usage, over the ear headphones would be ideal. I think you can order custom earpads for the device, not sure how much they cost but I'm sure you probably don't want to spend additional money for that. Maybe consider the Audio-Technica's M50X I reviewed both these headphones on my channel. Cheers! « Show Less
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My ears are quite small and regular ear buds hurt me. these small ear buds do not hurt but the sound quality is poor. I kept having to push them in constantly to get better sound.
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I have small ears as well, so I'm always using the smallest adapters available, and at times, some of them are too big. That said, these fit me well, when using the smallest adapters. You have to make sure you use the smallest "wheel", and the smallest actual headphone cover. Also, make sure to use the rubber headphone covers and opposed to the "felt" cover. This combination works perfect for my small ears. I can wear these easily for 5 hours without them becoming uncomfortable, but after that, you do start to feel them, but for me anyway, that's the case with all earphones.
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These earphones do work only when they are inserted correctly. Unlike other bud-earphones, which can sit outside the ear canal, these ones have to be inserted because they don't have speakers and rely on an enclosed air chamber (between earphone and ear) to create the sounds. Tiny sound is a sure signal that you need to correct the insertion of these earphones. If you are new to ear canal phones, I'd suggest you start with the silicone buds, then, after you get used to them, use the foam buds--bass, isolation and overall sound will improve.
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I won't lie, after 3-4 hours of use, the bone transducers become noticeable, but not painful. I don't usually wear them for hours, so it is NOT an issue for me. If you do indeed wear headphone for hours, maybe you should reflect on your lifestyle. There is a whole world out there that doesn't need a constant soundtrack.
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Hi,the default one fits into my ear perfectly. Do not push it hard. Just insert and set it in your ears with the help of the bends.
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Roberta...I've been using them for years; they are the best and very reasonable. I pull down on the earlobe with one hand, after squeezing one and then inserting it with the other hand. I hold the earlobe for 10 seconds to let the earplug expand. I then do the same thing with the other ear. Do not insert them too far in. However, they must be in far enough to work; you'll know as sound becomes greatly diminished.
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The general pain with headphones is the size of the ear cuff, as well as size of head to what this fits. If you are replacing the headphones because they hurt your ears, I would recommend passing these by. The cushions for the ears are not large enough to avoid that very same problem with these head phones. you should invest in ones that have larger ears(and probably sounds proofing, as these don't have any)
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Personally, I found it very uncomfortable. I only tried 2 sizes(which I picked using the fact that I usually wear medium/small sized clothes). Both of them were comfy initially, but after 3-4 hours, my ears were hurting. Plastic can never be as soft a silicone(Bose). I bought the Bose Sie2 instead. I often use them for 8-9 hours a day with no discomfort at all.
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Unfortunately I have the same problem for extended listening sessions. After about an hour, the top of my head begins to hurt, just as you are describing. I do not think there is a fix for this, sadly. However, I did not buy these headphones for comfortability, and therefore it is not a big issue to me. The main selling point is the unbelievable audio performance, and boy do these headphones deliver. Sorry I do not have a solution, as I too have the same problem, hopefully someone else can answer
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They were too big for my ears, hurt so much I couldn't wear them. Whoever said they were falling out of their ears, it makes me doubt they inserted them correctly. They are so big I can't imagine them falling out of anyone's ears (but then of course, maybe it's my imagination lacking). They are BIG.
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Now I'm really confused! According to the CNET review, this is an "over the ear" type of bluetooth headset. I don't think I can stand to have an earbud stuck in my ear. Nuts, and I was just about to buy the silly thing too! Any ideas out there for those of you who can't stand to have anything stuck in your ears?Help!Carol
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I don't use the phones very often so I am not testing their durability in anyway. They did test my durability when I recently used them on a cross-country flight. They became uncomfortable in my ears after a few hours. I had to remove them after about 4 hours.