Suitable earmuffs will not only improve the sound quality of in-ear earplugs, but also increase the wearing comfort, which has a direct impact on the user experience. There are indeed many types of ear tips for earplugs, and they all have different effects on the sound quality.
1. Silicone earmuffs
Most earplugs on the market are equipped with similar earmuffs, the most common of which are silicone earmuffs. Generally speaking, in-ear earplug products will come with at least different rubber sleeves of different sizes, large, medium and small, and more than 6 pairs, which will make the product look more sincere. But the difference between these rubber sleeves is not only a change in size, but also their impact on the sound is quite obvious.
The characteristic of small earmuffs (S type) is that the sound is relatively clear but the sound field is small; the medium earmuffs (M type) are basically put on the earplugs by default, and its sound balance is more adaptable. Strong; Large earmuffs (L-shaped) are opposite to small earmuffs. The sound field is large and the sense of envelopment is strong, but the sound is relatively muffled.
2. Foam earmuffs
Foam earmuffs are the most common type of earmuffs among flat-head plugs. They have a wide range of applications and are almost the only choice for flat-head earplugs.
The characteristic is that the relatively weak low frequency of flat-head earplugs is enhanced, and it will also have a better tactile feel when worn. But from another perspective, the demand for earmuffs for flat-head earplugs is not as great as that for in-ear earphones. The reason is that most flat-head earplugs can be listened to directly without sleeves, and the sound is more transparent, so is it better to use sponge earmuffs? It all depends on the user's listening preference.
3. Memory foam earmuffs
In terms of sound, the low frequency of memory foam earmuffs leaves the deepest impression on people. It will have a good effect when paired with some earplugs with excellent low frequencies. . However, wearing this kind of earmuffs for a long time always makes the ears feel stuffed. The breathability is not good, and more foreign matter will be brought out after being worn for a long time, which is not good for health and hygiene.
4. Colombian condom
The Colombian condom we often hear about is actually a type of silicone condom. The material of the earmuffs is mixed silicone, which is a supporting accessory for Sony earplug products. It has more models and sizes than ordinary silicone earmuffs. In addition to S, M, and L types, there are four types of earmuffs: SS, MS, ML, and LL. In addition, there are noise-isolating earmuffs in S, M, and L sizes with sponges filled between the silicone layers. The price is also relatively expensive, and the price varies slightly depending on the model.
In actual experience, the low-frequency quality and sound field of the large brother set are significantly enhanced, and the sound density of the small brother set is greater. This is the difference in sound between it and ordinary silicone cases. The soundproof cover filled with sponge is somewhat like the C cover mentioned before. In addition to better sealing, the sound also becomes more concentrated.
5. SpinFit earmuffs
SpinFit earmuffs are a type of silicone muffs. The difference is that the SF sleeve has a very long sound guide tube, which allows it to go deeper into the ear canal than other earplugs. At the same time, it can be adaptively adjusted according to the user's ear canal, maintaining an extremely comfortable wearing, and there is no C To avoid that feeling of blockage, SpinFit even applied for a patent for this design.
In terms of listening experience, the sound transparency and resolution of the SF earmuffs are significantly better than other earmuffs, and the sound field and low frequency are not weakened. It is undoubtedly the best choice for headphones with darker sounds. Headphones with brighter sounds may experience harsh sounds.
6. Multi-section earmuffs
Its material is also silicone. It looks like multiple earmuffs arranged together from large to small, but to be honest, this kind of earmuffs The shape and size are not easy to accept. In addition to the three-section sleeve, I can still barely try the two-section sleeve. Its size will obviously affect the use experience. The large-sized double-section sleeve has very good sound insulation. After wearing it, the sound sounds very full. The large field is its advantage, and the resolution will decrease slightly but not significantly. It is suitable for pairing with earplugs that stimulate sound.
7. The cylindrical sleeve
is an accessory for the Final?F series earplugs. Judging from the shape, it should not be suitable for other headphones.
It can cover the entire cavity of the earphones. The length is almost the same as that of cylindrical earphones, and the fit is not as good as traditional rubber sleeves.
In terms of sound performance, the resolution has improved significantly, the sound field has narrowed a bit, and other aspects have not changed much.