Modern. TWS-The Chinese giant’s Mi True Wireless Earbuds or Redmi Buds series are designed with ear anatomy in mind, but many users ignore the basic rules of ergonomics. Improper landing leads not only to discomfort, but also to a significant deterioration in sound quality, especially in terms of low frequencies. If you notice that the bass is gone, and noise reduction has ceased to work effectively, most likely, you just did not pick up the right size of the earpieces or incorrectly positioned the headset.
The design feature of the intrachannel headphones Xiaomi is the need to create a sealed volume inside the auditory canal. Only when tight fit silicone insert activates the complex algorithms of microphones active noise reduction system (ANC). Trying to wear the device "on weight" or too superficially negates all the advantages of flagship models like Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro.
In this article, we will explore in detail the physics of wearing, fixing and tuning that will make listening to music a comfortable process, learn to distinguish between correct and mistaken position and understand why standard settings often require manual adjustments to the individual structure of the ear.
Choosing the appropriate size of the ambusheries
The first and most critical step is to choose the right size of silin nozzles.Combined with most Xiaomi models, whether Redmi Buds 4 or Mi Air 2S, comes a set of three or four pairs of liners of different diameters. Many users mistakenly believe that the larger the nozzle, the better the sound will be, but this leads to rapid fatigue and ear pain after 20-30 minutes of use.
The ideal size should be a tight fit without putting too much pressure on the walls of the auditory canal. When properly selected, you should feel a solid fixation, but not feel a foreign body inside. To test for tightness, you can run a test in the Xiaomi Earbuds app or simply observe the subjective sensation of a “vacuum” when wearing.
- 🔍 If the sound seems flat and lacks bass, then the nozzle is too small and does not create the necessary isolation.
- 🔍 A pulsation or pressure in the ear indicates that the size is too large.
- 🔍 The headphone falls out when you turn your head sharply or during a conversation - you need to switch to a larger size.
⚠️ Attention: Use of inadequately sized earpieces can lead to inflammation of the outer ear or the formation of sulfur plugs due to a violation of natural ventilation.
The technique of proper fitting in the ear
There is a common misconception that the earpiece should simply be inserted into the channel opening. For leg models like the Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro, the body orientation relative to the goat is important. The correct technique involves pulling the ears up and back with your free hand, which straightens the ear canal and makes it easier to insert the device.
Once inserted, you need to make a slight rotational motion to "fix" the body in the most convenient position. Many people forget to scroll the headphone leg, which can cause the touchpad to be displaced, which makes it difficult to control. In models without a leg, such as the Redmi Buds 3 Lite, it is important that the main body rests on the cartilaginous part of the ear, distributing weight.
The landing check is done with a light head sway, and if the device is confident and the outside noise is significantly muted even without the ANC on, then you've done it right, and you shouldn't ignore this stage, because it's the stability of the Bluetooth connection and the quality of the microphone during calls.
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Features of wearing during sports
Active use of Xiaomi gadgets during training requires a special approach to fixation. IPX4 models with a moisture protection rating, such as Xiaomi Sport Bluetooth Earphones, are created for sweat, but not for loss. For running and crossfit, it is recommended to use the maximum size of the bundles from the kit or buy special sports nozzles with “wings” (dates), if the model supports them.
When running, the headphone experiences vibrational loads that can unsettle the landing. It's important to make sure that the leg or body does not touch the clothes or hood. Some users prefer to wear sports models slightly deeper than office models to eliminate micro-shifts, but this requires addiction.
If you are using the Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro or similar model with a rotary mechanism, make sure that the angle of rotation is chosen so as not to create sailing when driving at high speed.The wind hitting the microphones can spoil the recording or cause a whistle in the noise cancellation system.
Impact of landing on ANC operation and sound modes
The quality of the active noise reduction system depends on the passive insulation provided by the correct fit, and if there are gaps between the silicone and the channel wall, the ANC microphones get distorted information about the external noise, and the algorithms can't generate the correct counterphase, and as a result, you hear a hiss or a hum instead of silence.
In adaptive noise reduction models such as the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro, the system automatically analyzes the degree of fit. If the sealing is bad, the gadget can switch to transparency mode or reduce the intensity of noise suppression to avoid the effect of “stuck” ears, which is why you need to make sure that the perfect fit is in place before you turn on the ANC Max mode.
Transparency mode is also sensitive to microphone location, so if the earphone sits crooked, the sound of the environment will be transmitted with distortion, creating an unpleasant metal sound, and the correct positioning ensures that the voice of the interlocutor and the sounds of the city are naturally sounded.
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For maximum noise reduction efficiency, slightly press the earphone with your finger after putting on to make sure the silicone insert inside the channel is fully straightened.
Model comparison: inserts against plugs
Xiaomi’s lineup is divided into two main form factors: classic silicone plugs and open plugs that don’t require diving into the channel. Understanding the difference helps you choose a device for your use case. While Redmi Buds 4 Active is the first type, Xiaomi Buds 3 (not Pro version) can come in the liner version.
Below is a table comparing the features of wearing different types of devices:
| Characteristics | Intrachannel (Platching) | Inlays (Open) |
|---|---|---|
| Landing. | Deep, inside the canal. | Surface, at the entrance to the canal |
| Noise insulation | High (passive + active) | Minimum |
| Comfort. | Your ear may be tired in 2-3 hours | Comfortable for long-term wear |
| Sound. | Emphasis on bass and detail | A more airy, natural sound |
The choice between these types is often dictated by anatomy, and it can be painful for people with a narrow auditory canal to wear "plugs," and for them, the only solution is open models, and vice versa, music lovers who appreciate deep bass have to put up with the "plugs" sensation for the sake of sound quality.
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Hygiene and care of the contact area
Regular cleaning of the speaker mesh and silicone nozzles is not only a guarantee of health, but also a stable operation of the device. Sulfur and skin fat, accumulated on the mesh, can block sound and disrupt the operation of proximity sensors.
To clean, use a soft dry cloth or a slightly damp napkin (without alcohol to avoid damaging the coating). Silicone nozzles can be washed with warm water and soap, but must be thoroughly dried before installation. Moisture entering the housing through the speaker hole can lead to irreversible breakdown of the electronics.
Pay attention to the state of the silicone itself. Over time, the material loses elasticity, cracks and stops fitting tightly. If your Xiaomi Mi True Wireless Earphones have been around for more than a year, you might want to buy a new set of masks, as the old ones may have stretched and lost shape.
⚠️ Warning: Never use sharp objects (needles, toothpicks) to clean the sound grid – there is a high risk of piercing the speaker membrane, which will lead to loss of warranty.
Management setting and personalization
Once the physical fit is perfect, you need to configure the software part. Xiaomi Earbuds (or Mi Home for older models) allows you to calibrate the touch control. If the headphone sits deep, accidental touches can be ruled out, but if the landing is superficial, the risk of false positives increases.
You can turn off touch control on one of the headphones or change the sensitivity, and you can adjust the equalizer to your hearing and the type of landing, for example, when you are very tightly fitting, the basses may seem excessive, and their level should be slightly reduced in the software equalizer.
Don't forget the headphone search function. If you carry a device in your pocket without a case, you're at risk of losing it. The app has a Find the Device feature that makes the earphone squeak loudly, which is useful if one of them accidentally falls out in the grass or rolls under the sofa.
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Perfect sound and operation of all the functions of Xiaomi-earphones are possible only under the condition of a sealed landing and regular hygienic cleaning of acoustic mesh.