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Replacement pads for Sony MDR-7506 with some caveats
Like a significant minority of users, I've replaced the pads on my Sony headphones (the MDR-7506 in my case) with these Beyer pads. The fit is good enough to work, and durability is at least as good as the stock pads.
A couple of caveats, however:
1. There?s a bit of a bass bump with the Beyer pads on the MDR-7506. You may or may not like the resulting sound. Possibly more significantly, the Beyer pads tranfer the cable vibrations to your ear more than the stock Sony pads. If you use your headphones in outdoor/location settings (on the move, in the wind), the extra cable noise may be an issue.
2. The material is different from the stock Sony pads, and you might find them less comfortable when working in warmer and/or more humid environments.
ymmv
A couple of caveats, however:
1. There?s a bit of a bass bump with the Beyer pads on the MDR-7506. You may or may not like the resulting sound. Possibly more significantly, the Beyer pads tranfer the cable vibrations to your ear more than the stock Sony pads. If you use your headphones in outdoor/location settings (on the move, in the wind), the extra cable noise may be an issue.
2. The material is different from the stock Sony pads, and you might find them less comfortable when working in warmer and/or more humid environments.
ymmv
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Good quality but a bit 'acoustically noisy'...
I purchased these along with a Beyerdynamic headband to refresh a very old pair of DT-250 headphones. being a manufacturer's original part, the quality is good as you would expect, but there does appear to be one significant negative I have noticed, at least for this user...
With these new pads, any tiny movement of the ear-pads against the ears and head during listening results in an audible amount of mechanical rub noise which seems significantly more noticeable than the original pads which seemed to be softer than these replacements.
I know this mechanical noise exists to some extent with most headphones but ideally you want it minimised for critical listening.
Perhaps there is a trade off to be had here i.e. durability versus softness of pads. I do find the new pads still very comfortable though and otherwise have no criticisms of their performance, I just find myself having to sit very still for the most critical listening e.g. of quiet passages of music.
With these new pads, any tiny movement of the ear-pads against the ears and head during listening results in an audible amount of mechanical rub noise which seems significantly more noticeable than the original pads which seemed to be softer than these replacements.
I know this mechanical noise exists to some extent with most headphones but ideally you want it minimised for critical listening.
Perhaps there is a trade off to be had here i.e. durability versus softness of pads. I do find the new pads still very comfortable though and otherwise have no criticisms of their performance, I just find myself having to sit very still for the most critical listening e.g. of quiet passages of music.
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Ultra comfy Sony hack
Using these on my 11 year old Sony Mdr-7506's....comfortable over long periods and tames the abrasive high end freq.
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Perfect
Perfect fit and very comfortable.
Home hifi enthusiast.
Home hifi enthusiast.
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Return your old DT250s to 'As New' condition with these ear pads.
The complete serviceability of the Beyer DT100/250 line is quite a feat. Literally anything and everything can be replaced. A wonderful testament to a company dedicated to providing a truly professional product for the recording and broadcast industries.
I have replaced the headband cushion, ear pads and cable and my tired looking pair of 18 year old 250s now look 'as new'. Great product, great brand.
I have replaced the headband cushion, ear pads and cable and my tired looking pair of 18 year old 250s now look 'as new'. Great product, great brand.
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Bought them for my ATH-M50x
These feels great and fits well on audio technicas, but they are not all that durable. After half an year almost all the velour was off and the bottom fabric was all there was left. I cleaned them around once a month with a wet cloth.
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Comfortable, and compatible with Sony's MDR-7506
Very happy with these ear pads. They are an excellent replacement for the ones Sony provides with their MDR-7506 headphones. Sony's earpads quickly peel and loose their faux-leather, making a mess... these, with their comfortable velour covering have no such problem.
I use these daily (with and without glasses), and enjoy their comfort and durability.
I use these daily (with and without glasses), and enjoy their comfort and durability.
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Used for MDR-7506
Used for MDR-7506. A lot more comfortable. Note the ear hole is smaller than the stock ones, fine for those with small ears.
I'm going to guess they put emphasis on the bass/ mids on the 7506's, possibly made them a little bit more muddled, but only a very small percentage. I'll take it with the comfort any day.
Tip to put them on is to stick your finger on the inner side where your ear goes and push/ stretch them over that way rather than pulling the outside.
I'm going to guess they put emphasis on the bass/ mids on the 7506's, possibly made them a little bit more muddled, but only a very small percentage. I'll take it with the comfort any day.
Tip to put them on is to stick your finger on the inner side where your ear goes and push/ stretch them over that way rather than pulling the outside.
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not super if you like the sound Sony MDR 7506
it will take time for them to start to sound like. high become softer, low loose! ears do not sweat. I bought for new headphones, but decided to put on old headphones for field conditions. the sound has changed, but for the street is excellent.
not recommend for Sony MDR 7506..
not recommend for Sony MDR 7506..
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Gerai veikia
As pirkau juos savo sony mdr 7506 aisinems. Ju firminiai apvalkalai suplysta momentaliai. Nematau prasmes pirkti firminius uz didesne kaina ir vel tureti problemu. Sitie tiko labai gerai. Garsas jei ir pasikeite, tai labai nezymiai. Tiesa, labiau kaista ausys ilgiau padirbus, bet tai kompromisas visgi..
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