Great first impressions
The Ear Project works with a network of specially trained audiologists who capture ear impressions to create custom ear tips for our partner’s customers and products.
Do you need ear impressions for a custom audio vendor of your choice? Ear Project can HELP!
Visit our store below to purchase an impression kit and we will coordinate a Specialist visit for your impressions!
What to expect
Congrats! You’ve purchased a product from one of our Partners or an ear impression kit from our store above!
The Ear Project is a network of audiologists who specialize in the ear impression procedure for our Partners to assure a high quality white gloved experience.
After your purchase of a product, a member of The Ear Project team will contact you to schedule an appointment with an Audiologist, also known as a Bespoke Fit Specialist.
Once scheduled, an appointment confirmation email and calendar meeting will be sent to assure you have all the details of your appointment.
Preparing for Your Appointment
REMEMBER TO BRING THE BLACK TUBE TO YOUR APPOINTMENT
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Prior to the appointment for your ear impression, you will receive an Ear Impression Kit aka Black Tube by mail. The impression kit are supplies to be given to your Bespoke Fit Specialist at the time of your appointment. Please contact us at support@earproject.org if you have not received the Black Tube within a reasonable timeframe prior to your appointment, typically 1-3 days ahead.
Cleanliness is Key
It's important to ensure your ears are clean before your appointment.
If you are prone to ear wax build-up or feel significant wax build-up in your ears, consider trying one or more of the following steps:
Purchase a Wax Removal Kit at your local pharmacy (e.g., Walgreens kit, CVS kit.) These kits typically include softening drops to loosen the wax and a bulb syringe or irrigation solution to flush out the softened wax.
Book an ear-cleaning appointment with your primary care physician or ear, nose & throat physician to clear your ears before your ear impression appointment. You can also consider a CVS Minute Clinic or your local audiologist/hearing aid center.
Avoid placing cotton swabs deep inside of your ear canal as they may push wax further into the canal or cause injury.
If your ears are not clear of significant build-up prior to the ear impression appointment this may impact the ability to complete your ear impressions. If the Bespoke Fit Specialist is able to clear significant buildup at the time of the ear impression appointment there may be additional fees billed directly to you for this service.
If you have any questions about preparing for your appointment, please reach out to us at support@earproject.org. We are here to support you every step of the way.
WHAT TO EXPECT the day of your APPOINTMENT
Appointment Confirmation: Your Bespoke Fit Specialist will text you the day of your appointment to confirm. Please bring the Black Tube to your appointment and give it to the Bespoke Fit Specialist.
Preparing Your Home/Office Space: You will need a chair or seat for yourself and the Specialist will need a small table/surface. A well lit area with room to move about is preferred. Most customers simply sit at their dining or coffee table space.
Ear Impression Procedure: The Bespoke Fit Specialist will give you an overview of the entire process. Please also view the video below.
Evaluation: The Bespoke Fit Specialist will examine your ears with an otoscope.
Impression Taking: The Bespoke Fit Specialist will gently insert a cotton dam into your ear canal to protect your eardrum. This dam reaches the sensitive portion of the ear canal, about a 1.5 cm depth. The eardrum is on average 6 cm deep. Some ears are more sensitive then others. The ear canal will then be filled with a silicone putty to create a replica of your ear shape.
Comfort: Your comfort is a priority. If you experience any discomfort or need a break, please don't hesitate to let your Bespoke Fit Specialist know.
Completion: The impression cures in about 4-5 minutes then is removed. The Bespoke Fit Specialist will send your ear impressions to IYO to customize your product.