Khan Type Ear Tips vs Stock Tips: Fit and Comfort Compared
By Artisanal In Ear Monitors | Noble Audio | Published: 2026-10-17
Category: Comparisons
Khan Type ear tips are the stock tips for Khan, Tux 5, and Sultan. Compare foam vs silicone, sizing, and seal to decide if you need replacements or a different fit.
Quick answer
Khan Type ear tips are the stock tips that ship with Noble’s Khan, Tux 5, and Sultan IEMs—so if you already own one of those models, you already have the reference fit. The real comparison is between the two material options: foam for a deeper, more isolating seal, and silicone for easier insertion and cleaning. Choose based on whether you prioritize maximum isolation or daily convenience.
What “stock” means for Khan, Tux 5, and Sultan
For these three Noble models, the stock tip is the Khan Type ear tip. That means replacing a lost or worn tip is straightforward: you are not hunting for a third-party match, you are reordering the same design the IEM was voiced with. The Khan Type comes in foam (white or black) and silicone (black), in small, medium, and large, and also as a full set of nine pairs.
Foam vs silicone: the trade-off that matters
Foam compresses before insertion and then expands to fill the ear canal, which typically gives a more forgiving seal when your left and right ears differ. Silicone holds its shape, so it seats faster and wipes clean, but it demands a more accurate size choice. Neither is universally better; the decision hinges on whether you value isolation and a custom-feeling seal (foam) or repeatable, low-maintenance insertion (silicone).
Sizing without guesswork
Start with the size that already works on your current tips. If you are between sizes, foam is the more tolerant choice because it compresses; silicone rewards moving up a size only if you feel the tip bottom out without sealing. The nine-pair set exists precisely for this trial-and-error phase—it lets you test small, medium, and large in both materials without committing to a single pair.
When the tip is not the problem
If a new Khan Type tip in the correct size still will not seal, the issue may be insertion depth or nozzle angle rather than the tip itself. Before buying more sizes, try a gentle twist on insertion and check that the tip is fully seated on the nozzle. For custom-fit models like the Prestige Custom Katana, the shell itself provides the seal, so ear tips are not part of the fit equation.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Foam Khan Type tips: Compress and expand for a forgiving seal; white or black; small to large. Best if your ears seal unevenly or you want maximum isolation.
- Silicone Khan Type tips: Hold shape for quick insertion and easy cleaning; black only; small to large. Best if you reinsert often and prefer low-maintenance upkeep.
- Nine-pair set: Covers both materials and all three sizes in one purchase. Best if you are unsure of size or want a backup supply.
Product facts
- Ear Tips (Khan type): These are the ear tips supplied with Noble’s Khan, Tux 5, and Sultan IEMs. Available in foam and silicone, white or black, small/medium/large, and as a set of 9 pairs. You can replace worn tips with the exact stock design, and the multi-size set lets you dial in fit without guessing.
- PRESTIGE CUSTOM KATANA: Prestige Custom IEMs are carved from solid materials rather than cast from ear-impression molds, creating one-of-a-kind shells. Custom shells seal at the ear canal entrance, so tip rolling is not applicable—useful to know if you are comparing custom vs universal fit.
- KHAN CABLE: The Khan Cable is an upgraded silver-plated copper cable that ships standard with the Khan, available with 3.5mm or 2.5mm termination. If you are replacing tips on a Khan, confirm your cable termination matches your source so you are not troubleshooting the wrong link in the chain.
Which should you choose?
Choose Khan Type if
- You own Khan, Tux 5, or Sultan and want the original stock fit
- You want to test foam vs silicone across sizes without buying blind
Look elsewhere if
- You own a custom-fit model like Prestige Custom Katana, where the shell seals and tips are not used
- You need a tip size or material not offered in the Khan Type range
