>>105872584
>objectively flawed. fragile. snaps/bends way too easily. one accidental yank or twist and you're done.
>insecure fit. easily dislodged. terrible for portable use.
>>105872572
>built for repeated insertions
>current standard as almost all major brands go 4.4mm for balanced now
>better signal integrity

2.5mm weakness was just that. weakness.