How likely is wax going to damage IEMs if it gets past the filter?

Submitted by FishythePooh t3_z8927r in headphones

I just upgraded from the blessing 2 to the Mest mk2 and the filter isn't replaceable. More importantly on the Mest, the holes for the filter are much larger meaning fine particles can pass through. I have really dry and broken up ear wax. I'm afraid smaller bits can pass through the Mest filter. If this happens, to what extent can it damage the IEMs?

tldr; i have really small powder-like earwax, what happens if it passes through the IEM filter?

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enligh10ment t1_iybj91g wrote

perhaps you could try using tips that include filters. Azla Max (silicone) and Comply (foam) are the ones i know of.

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FishythePooh OP t1_iyd4sjq wrote

Thanks for the suggestion. Just ordered the azla max tips. Hopefully they arrive soon.

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Chok3U t1_iyaylll wrote

I've gotten used to emptying out my ears before putting on iems now. Haven't had a problem since

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FishythePooh OP t1_iyayo7d wrote

How?

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Chok3U t1_iyazfhd wrote

With my pinky and these little scooper things that I found in the ear aisle at the drug store. They're like little shovel looking things made of soft plastic

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No-Context5479 t1_iycw7pv wrote

Just get Eartips that also have filters incorporated already

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