An electrode array (20), having application as a cochlear implant, includes a tube (24) formed of Parylene defining a hollow channel (30). A substrate (22) formed primarily of Parylene is supported by the tube (24). In turn, a plurality of metallic electrodes (46) and feed lines (42) are supported by the substrate (22). Numerous voids (68) are defined by the tube (24) which opens into the hollow channel (30). The size and spacing of the voids (68) regulate stiffness and curl of the tube (24) to provide excellent fit within the cochlea.