The perfect ear mold for custom-made wireless headphones

A scientific analysis of the "Earphone fit deviation" (2023) confirms this: Most commercial Headphones/earphones do not achieve an optimal fit because they are designed for "collective fitting" (design for the average) rather than for individual ear anatomy.pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih

Why the ear impression is crucial

The digital mapping of your individual hearing geometry is essential for Customized wireless headphones. Without a precise impression, even the most innovative hybrid drivers cannot develop their full potential. At Orphit, we use ear impressions that are established worldwide in hearing aid acoustics in order to Custom Wireless Stereo Earphones to create.

The earmold technology fulfills several critical functions: secure fit, optimum sound transmission and high wearing comfort. This is precisely why Orphit Headphones not like 25% of the normal Earphones from the ear. We found this out in a survey of 135 participants.

Ear impressions - a proven standard procedure

In Germany, more than 7,300 hearing care businesses daily with these procedures - it is the absolute standard for Hearing aids and adapted Hearing solutions. Hundreds of thousands of impressions are taken every year for hearing aids alone, because without precise measurement of the hearing geometry, it is impossible to create an optimally fitting hearing system. statista

Two proven methods of taking ear impressions

Option 1: Digital 3D ear scan - the modern solution

The 3D laser scanner like the Otoscan® system scans your ear without contact and converts over 1 million data points into precise digital 3D files.

Advantages of the digital scan:

• Non-contact, fast and After curing, please make sure to check whether the second bend is clearly molded - impressions that are too short cannot be processed.

• Digital 3D file can be sent directly to Orphit

• No risk of injury for sensitive or operated ears

Limitations: The scan only works to a limited extent for very small ear canals or complex undercuts. The 3D scanning technique is not suitable for very hard and curved ear canals. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih If maximum external noise reduction through Natural Noise Reduction (NNR) is desired, we recommend the classic method.

Option 2: Classic silicone impression - the gold standard

A comprehensive study by the Defense Technical Information Center (2019) confirms this: Headphones from physical ear impressions achieve significantly higher attenuation values than all https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9852584/anderen manufacturing methods. Stefanson et al. showed that traditional impressions provide statistically significantly better isolation values at all test frequencies.dtic

The proven Silicone impression has a decisive advantage: the material expands the ear canal under slight pressure and thus enables the best possible seal for optimum hearing comfort. Noise insulation.

The procedure

The impression takes about 15 minutes and is taken at a local audiologist nearby. Important: Clean your ears thoroughly before your appointment to avoid additional cleaning at the audiologist.

During the impression you should:

• Make short chewing movements when injecting the silicone material

• Perceive the occlusion effect that occurs - this is normal and desired

Why chewing movements? Chewing movements cause the jaw to compress the ear canal - this is particularly important for singers and performers who have to open their mouth wide during a performance. Too many chewing movements, however, can impair closure when the mouth is closed.

Quality requirements for perfect Orphit

With both impression methods, the molded ear canal must be at least the second ear canal kink map.

We have compiled these and other tips for you and for the hearing care professional at Impression summarized.

Why this precision?

The precise impression is the first step towards individual wireless headphones.

Ready for headphones that are really made for you? Make an appointment with an audiologist in your area and let's take the first step together towards your custom-made Orphit go.