Contents<\/p>
- 1<\/span> What A Good Fit Means<\/a>
- 1.1<\/span> Greater Comfort<\/a><\/li>
- 1.2<\/span> Better Sound<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 2<\/span> The Reasons Why Ear Buds Never Stay In Your Ears<\/a>
- 2.1<\/span> 1. Your Ear Design<\/a><\/li>
- 2.2<\/span> 2. Earbuds Design and Size<\/a><\/li>
- 2.3<\/span> 3. Earwax Build-up<\/a><\/li>
- 2.4<\/span> 4.\u00a0Your Facial Structure<\/a><\/li>
- 2.5<\/span> 5. Ear Cartilage Deficiency Syndrome<\/a><\/li>
- 2.6<\/span> 6. Pressure on the Cable<\/a><\/li>
- 2.7<\/span> 7. Incorrect Use<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 3<\/span> Earbud\u00a0Features to Consider<\/a>
- 3.1<\/span> Earbuds with Ear Hooks<\/a><\/li>
- 3.2<\/span> Sweat-Proof Earbuds<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n
What A Good Fit Means<\/span><\/h2>\n
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<\/p>\nGreater Comfort<\/span><\/h3>\n
If you wear your earbuds for prolonged periods of time, then you know how uncomfortable poor-fitting earbuds can be. Your ear canal is sensitive, and anything too heavy or large will irritate it, causing it to be sore to touch. This is not only uncomfortable when wearing the headphones, but it also can cause pain when you wear them the next time.<\/p>\n
A good fitting pair of earbuds will remain comfortable when you wear them for hours at a time and also leave you with no pain the next day.<\/p>\n
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Better Sound<\/span><\/h3>\n
If your earbuds fit well, you will have a more immersive audio experience. Bass will be deeper, sound effects will be stronger with\u00a0no\u00a0\u201chollow\u201d ring to them, and your audio will be clearer with no excess feedback or outside noise. The sound experience between a pair of good fitting earbuds and a pair of poor fitting one’s can completely change the sound of your favorite songs.<\/p>\n
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The Reasons Why Ear Buds Never Stay In Your Ears<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Don\u2019t fret, it\u2019s not just you. <\/strong><\/p>\n
Earbuds never staying in their ears is an issue experienced by many people. There are multiple reasons for the difficulty of this search, including:<\/p>\n
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1. Your Ear Design<\/span><\/h3>\n
The primary culprit for a bad fit, the shape of your ear affects how well headphones stay in your ears.<\/p>\n
Because everyone\u2019s ears are a different shape and\u00a0size, finding a one size fits all is the eternal struggle for audio-tech companies. Your outer ear, or the cartilage and skin that funnels soundwaves into your ear canal, might have a larger or smaller tragus and antitragus, and a wider or smaller ear canal opening, or even a more pronounced concha.<\/p>\n
Long story short, everyone has a different ear. If popular, mainstream earbuds don’t fit and you find yourself always struggling to find a well-fitting pair, you might have to hunt around a little more.<\/p>\n
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2. Earbuds Design and Size<\/span><\/h3>\n
Aside from your own ear shape, the design of the earbud itself is the other most important factor to consider. The biggest thing to consider is whether you want a) standard headphones or b) In-ear headphones.<\/p>\n
Standard headphones are placed\u00a0at the opening of the ear canal, resting on the ridge of your outer ear but not going deeply inside your ear.\u00a0In-ear headphones are designed to\u00a0be inserted into your ear canal and create a seal, allowing for better sound quality and outside noise cancellation.\u00a0Specifically for the bass-enthusiastic people out there, this is the superior choice.<\/p>\n
If your ear is sensitive then you might find the In-ear headphones to be irritating or uncomfortable – however, In-ear headphones also often provide a much more secure fit. Some can even be customized to your specific ear.<\/p>\n
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3. Earwax Build-up<\/span><\/h3>\n
Let\u2019s be honest.\u00a0When was the last time you had a good earwax check?<\/p>\n
If\u00a0you have an excessive amount of earwax buildup then headphones will not stay in your ear.<\/p>\n
Earwax build-up is natural and can be a result of your age, from wearing headphones that go into your ear without cleaning your ears, and from the shape of your ear canal. To make sure your ears are healthy and your earbuds stay in, you can always clean your ears with oil or visit an audiologist.<\/p>\n
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4.\u00a0Your Facial Structure<\/span><\/h3>\n
If\u00a0you’ve ever been diving, you\u00a0should know that to remove pressure in your ears, you move your jaw sideways. Some\u00a0people go through life without ever knowing that the ear and jaw are very closely connected.<\/p>\n
If your ears are close to your jaw joint, then simply moving your mouth might alter the size and shape of your ear canal. In this case, earbuds are more likely to dislodge and fall out. If you find this happening to you then unfortunately, the best advice is to steer clear from earbuds all together and wear over the ear headphones.<\/p>\n
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5. Ear Cartilage Deficiency Syndrome<\/span><\/h3>\n
Sometimes, people lack the antitragus cartilage needed to support earbuds. This also applies to people who have extremely small ears that cannot support standard headphones. Here, finding earbuds that feature small tips or skinny hooks may be the answer.<\/p>\n
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6. Pressure on the Cable<\/span><\/h3>\n
Most of us have experienced the rage inducing “headphones caught on a door handle or table and yanked out of our ears” accident at least once or twice in our life. Luckily, are wireless earbuds very affordable nowadays, with decent pairs retailing for around $30.<\/p>\n
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7. Incorrect Use<\/span><\/h3>\n
Do you just shove your earbuds in your ear and call it a day?<\/p>\n
The placement of headphones in your ear can make a massive difference to how well your headphones stay in. Depending on the type of headphones you wear, you should learn the correct way to put them on.<\/p>\n
For instance, in-ear earbuds are not meant to be pushed into your ear canal as far as they go. If you place them in so they are comfortable, they are more likely to rest in a reasonable place in your ear.<\/p>\n
Push them too far in and the ear canal may not be able to accommodate the headphones and a small move like opening your jaw to talk might push them out.<\/p>\n
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Earbud\u00a0Features to Consider<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Earbuds with Ear Hooks<\/span><\/h3>\n
Choosing earbuds with ear hooks will make it easier to secure your earbuds to your ear. The hooks secure your earbuds onto your ears regardless of your ear size, although you still need to make sure you get smaller hooks if you have smaller ears. These are especially useful for sports or activities where you are moving constantly.<\/p>\n
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Sweat-Proof Earbuds<\/span><\/h3>\n
If you find yourself exercising often, sweat-proof earbuds will be a game-changer. While AirPods and similar variants are made of plastic, most casings for sweat-proof earbuds are made partly with rubber meaning they are less likely to slip out of your ears even when you\u2019re hitting the gym hard. One more plus is that because these headphones are better protected, they tend to last longer.<\/p>\n
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It will take some trial and error to find the perfect pair of earbuds for your ears.<\/p>\n
However, with the amount of products out on the market, you will surely be able to find your glass slipper pair of earbuds.<\/p>\n
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The information in this guide has been written using the following reliable sources:<\/strong><\/p>\n
https:\/\/www.wired.com\/2013\/11\/tnhyui-earphones\/<\/a><\/p>\n
https:\/\/theheadphonelist.com\/earphone-fit-guide\/<\/a><\/p>\n
https:\/\/headphonecritics.com\/types-of-earbuds\/
\n<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.self.com\/story\/earbuds-always-fall-out<\/a><\/p>\n
- 3.2<\/span> Sweat-Proof Earbuds<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n
- 2.2<\/span> 2. Earbuds Design and Size<\/a><\/li>
- 1.2<\/span> Better Sound<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- 1.1<\/span> Greater Comfort<\/a><\/li>