Brainwavz Replacement Earpads for ATH M50X, M50BT, Steelseries Arctis, Pro Wireless & Stealth 600, HyperX Cloud, AKG, SHURE, Philips & Many More Headphones, Memory Foam Ear Pad Cushions, Black Oval

TLDR: Love them. I have large ears (and head) they fit me perfectly. I would buy these again in a heart beat with out hesitation. Pros: Large. They go around my ear, making the entire pad a contact surface not creating a pressure point. There is no pressure on any part of my ear. Soft. The memory foam feels good, the pleather is high quality, and soft. Looks good (for the size). Increased Sound Stage. (drivers are further from your ear) Cons: Very slight loss of Bass. (drivers are further from your ear) Nothing the Manufacturer can do about that other than make the pads less thick... but then you're back in the same boat as the OEM pads... This bass drop was very very slight for me. Others have claimed ZERO bass. I didnt' have this issue. Honestly, it's barely noticeable for me. But I have large ears, and the pads are sealing well for me, so perhaps their heads are shaped differently and they aren't getting a good seal. Headphones fall off my head more easily.. ESP while looking down at my feet. (getting something out of a backpack for example) I ordered white. The material that allows it to attach to the headphone is an off white cream color. I wish it was the same color as the rest of the pad. It looks out of place. Other thoguhts: I'm already self conscious about wearing these headphones around (ATX M50x) because of the size. I feel like people look at me and think "what is this guy wearing"... well these pads just make that worse. They are absolutely HUGE now. I have custom IEMs that I wear when i'm out and about mainly because of sound isolation and looks. I prefer the sound of over ear headphones over IEMs but if you're wearing these around a lot then it may be something to consider... maybe I shouldn't care what others think. I had them on for about 4 hours straight the first day I got them with very little ear fatigue. After an hour break, had another 3 hour session and my ears weren't hurting. I've worn them about 5-6 hours a day for a week and it's amazing how improved the comfort is. I couldn't wear the headphones (ATH M50x) for more than 2 hours before with out my ears hurting and me constantly adjusting the headphones trying to relieve pressure points. Now I have no issues. The attached photos use my 15" RMBP for a size reference, as well as the carrying bag included with my ATH-M50x.

...some how, I wish I could remember the guy who recommended this, if you are out there my friend, I salute you; you are amazing... Okay, I have bought headphones in ear and outer ear headphones for years, I have a wish list, but for now I was looking for a good pair of everyday head phones, I found them, Sony DJ Style Headphones MDR-V55/BR (robust, simple, far better than inner ear headphones and good enough for all things, movies to music). Everything the reviewers said was true, two things I ignored, the length of the cord and the way the ear cups sit on your actual ear. So yes, it would be great to have more length, but the flat red cord is awesome (I can live with that), but what I couldn't live with is how sore the ear cartilage and general area around the ear got/gets when wearing the headphones, it is painful. I can usually put up with stuff, but it was not a joy to listen to good headphones with this sort of discomfort for long periods... Okay, so just as I thought, well, let's buy another set of headphones that do not sit directly on my ear, the genius I wish I could give credit to for showing me the link and video on youtube for 'Brainwavz replacement memory foam earpads came along... I was really nervous, because the Sony headphones were not on the list he was reviewing, because of the discomfort, I just took a chance, the price was worth the risk... I put on the replacement set today, and the first thing I said to myself, wa-what? This not only looks good, was easy to refit, (find a video on youtube, that's why I knew what to do), but it was amazing, the new look changed my headphones to look like an expensive pair of headphones... Just to check, I only put on one cup first, I then put them on my ear to compare the replacement and the original cup, it was ridiculous, the comfort level made me smile - GREAT CHOICE - really glad I took the risk... So as expected, I replaced both, so here is the review in short, if you want comfort, buy Brainwavz replacement memory foam ear-pads... They look amazing, it makes me wonder if this is all companies do to turn a lower priced head phone into a higher priced etc... Lastly, all my previous headphones after time flake and then you are left with cloth and foam that looks like a snake has shed his skin; so there will be no flaking on these... Brainwavz ear pads are designed for comfort and style, with the outer material made from high quality Protein PU Leather and the inner padding made from high grade memory foam. If you want to make good headphones better, do it; I am so happy I did... Headphone Compatability: Brainwavz HM5 AKG 701 Q701 Audio Technica ATH-M50 (and all other M50 sub models) Shure SRH 440 Koss DJ100 / DJ200 Takstar HI 2050 and Pro 80 Ultrasone HF 580 / SH 1 Pro / HFI 780 Sony MDR V6 / ZX 700 Fostex T50RP T50 M-Audio Q40 JVC S500S Memory Foam: All Brainwavz ear pads are constructed with high grade memory foam. Memory foam moulds beautifully to the shape of the head, creating a tight seal and a truly comfortable fit. When not in use the ear pads return to their original shape - maximum comfort and longer lasting.

I purchased these with the hope that they would fit the Sony MDR-7506 headphones, despite not being specifically listed among the compatible headphones, and that the heavy lining would better control sound-leakage than the stock earpads. Fit:: To my delight, they fit very nicely. I wouldn't call it a "perfect" fit, but its close enough that I'll be the only one knowing that they could have fit better (and even then I didn't care after an hour of listening). Leakage:: My stock pads were wearing heavily, and as a result, would leak like a rusty faucet, annoying my co-workers from as far away as 2-3 cubicles, at moderate volume. These new pads, with the dense memory phone, and thick faux leather liningprovides far superior isolation. I can have my music at full volume, and my nearest coworkers can barely hear my music (until I pull them off my head, at which point all bets are off!); inversely, even at low-volume I typically won't hear co-workers trying to get my attention (double bonus!). Comfort:: I expected the pads, with their faux leather to be sweaty, and eventually become uncomfortable, but it was a risk I was willing to take for the sound isolation. To my surprise, they are actually more comfortable, both short and long-term, than the stock pads. No sweaty ears yet... They also have a slightly larger inside diameter over the stock pads, so they truly no longer rest on, or otherwise touch my elephant ears. Sound Quality:: I read a few of the other reviews that suggested the bass response was lost slightly with these pads. While I can confirm this, it is MINOR. More noticeable to me, it seems, is a drop overall in loudness. I felt like maxing my DAC/amp previously would really pound my eardrums (to the point of not wanting my music that loud), whereas with these pads I can comfortably listen at full volume for extended periods (even occasionally wishing I could get a little more punch). I suspect this is a result of restricted airflow (and thus improved isolation). Overall:: I was debating spending $200-300 on a new pair of headphones with larger pads and better isolation, but figured "What the hell! I'll spend $20 in the hopes of saving myself $200". It was a bet well wagered. These pads are fantastic, and I couldn't be happier with the purchase. I am curious to see how they hold up long-term, but based purely on the quality of the materials and the feel of the construction, I expect they will last me far longer than my stock pads (I've owned my Sony's for nearly 15 years, and have replaced the pads twice; ie, about 5 years per set of pads).

TL;DR: Good comfort. Bad sound quality. I bought these because my stock pads on the ATH-M40Xs were destroyed after about 3 years of heavy use. The sound quality on these headphones is phenomenal for the price, and given that these pads were roughly 20% of what I paid for the headphones, I was expecting much from them. I must admit that when I first put them on the headphones, I was pleasantly surprised; they look great, and the comfort is extremely superior to the stock pads. There is plenty of space for my ears, and they feel soft on my head. Compares to the stock pads I was using, that barely fit my ears, it was an upgrade. However, after trying a song or two, I was lef disappointed. These pads downgraded the sound quality of the headphones noticeably. To be precise, they heavily increase bright sounds, making the entire experience sound metallic. It feels like I'm listening to my music through a can of soda. In the end, I gave it 4 stars because they are truly comfortable, and I cannot guarantee that they are gonna sound the same on other headphones, but I had to buy replacement earpads from Audio Technica to recover the sound quality I was used to, and sound quality is precisely why I own these headphones. I'm ok with sub-par comfort as long as they sound good. Conclusion: If you're looking for a replacement for the stock pads on the ATH-M40X, this ain't it.

If there's one knock against the Audio Technica ATH-M50x's it's that they can really clamp down on your noggin. Some blame it on the earpads but I think it's just the sheer force on the side of your head. I could feel significant pressure on the side of my face and upper jaw. Not pain so much as just noticeable pressure. I've been stretching the headband to help alleviate but it didn't help enough and I didn't want to stretch it out too much. This brought me to search and find the Brainwavz earpads. I had seen reviews from other M50x owners and knew they'd at least fit. I felt the larger size and memory foam would make up the difference. My only real concern was from owners that said they changed the sound of their headphones. I've seen reviews from some people who swear by it and others who said it didn't make a difference. Now I have them on and can definitely say there's a difference. They not only feel good but actually sound better! The pressure isn't 100% gone but is significantly better. I don't notice it the same way I did with the original pads and can keep them on much longer without being reminded of them. I knew they'd feel good from the moment I took them out of the package. Talk about soft! The leather and the feel of squeezing the memory foam inspire confidence that you're in for a treat when these get around your ears. They really get around them too. At least around mine. No part of my ear is touching the pads. Getting them on was easy too. Taking off the old pads gives a good idea of how to put the new ones on. I started from the top by placing the edge of the pad in the ridge around the speaker then inserted the rest by placing my fingers inside the pad and stretching it over the ridge in a circle, working my way back to the top. It was pretty easy on the first try. Sound wise, as I said, I think they sound better. I was a little worried that once I attached these nice pads, that the great sound I was used to would change. I had some tracks picked out that had nice clarity and bass and I didn't notice a drop in either. If anything, they sound more spacious. I guess that's the "soundstage" I always hear about in reviews. It somehow sounds larger, possibly due to the fact that there's now more space around my ears. That's a nice bonus. I'd have been just as happy if there were no change at all. Overall, I found these to be a worthwhile investment. My headphones that had a strike against them are now perfect and now have a more premium look and feel. Speaking of looks, the brown is a fine match for my limited edition green and brown M50x's and is nearly indistinguishable in lower lighting. Another nice bonus. I'd definitely recommend these to anyone looking for a more comfortable feel from their headphones. It's a premium feature usually found on more expensive headphones but at an affordable price. Highly recommended.

After some trial and error, I believed I had found the headset that was perfect for my needs: The HyperX Cloud Alpha. But after a couple of days, I began to notice how the relatively thin ear cups were causing me problems. My ears were touching the drivers, and this was giving me a lot of discomfort and even headaches after a while. After reading that some other people who experienced the same issue swapped out the stock cups with these Brainwavz ones, I decided to give it a try, even though $20 seemed like a lot for this type of thing. Well, thus far these replacements are worth every penny. I purchased the red pleather ones, and they're very comfortable. My ears do get a little warm after a while, but the ear cups are very soft and large enough that my ears are no longer touching the drivers, which was my primary concern. A nice bonus is they make the Cloud Alphas look even snazzier. I added a USB virtual soundcard to my set up at the exact same time I added these ear cups, so I couldn't tell you if on their own they added any significant change to the sound quality. The sound quality is excellent after adding them both, though, and the sound isolation is still the same as it was with the stock earcups. The only negative I have to say about it at this point in time is that I struggled with installing them. It took some stretching to get it to fit, and I was a little afraid that the thin fabric would tear. It didn't, thankfully, as the material seems to be quite sturdy. I don't really have any tips as to how to do it, other than be patient and do one side at a time. tl;dr, these replacement ear cups turned a great headset into a perfect one. If you're having comfort issues with the HyperX Cloud Alpha, this is your solution.

This is gonna be long but it'll be honest. I think I speak for everyone when I say that when you're accustomed to how your headphones sound, you expect the same expectations. So imagine my surprise when I put the music on. It's horrendous. Okay, exaggeration, but compare to what you're expecting it's lacking. The stock pads come with double layer thicker material, ontop white, black on the bottom, which I preferred because it didn't see the black driver before. Now I do because the inner material is very thin. And this is where the Achilles heel lies. Right there. Otherwise this would have been great. This makes your nice set of headphones sound like those cheap 5 dollar ones that sound super loud with squeak and static. My head flinch when I pressed play because this wasn't what I expected out of my trusty set. I humor one of the reviewers who mentioned countering this with coffee filters. I did some testing, from one filter to two, and it improved a bit. If you're not up for some arts and crafts and modifying something that shouldn't be in the first place, this might bother you. I don't know how to feel entirely on having coffee filters in my ears. I guess I can learn to forget it. I'll definitely be keeping my stock set nearby. It sounds pretty bad on my phone, but when I went to my DAP it wasn't so bad. Sounded ok on my PS4. I would say quality dropped maybe 10% overall. That's not something to really cry about in return for comfort, but it's noticeable. It's something you can adapt to it overtime. I took a pic of how it looks with the filter on and off to also show how thin the material really is. On looks department, this is a monster. Not only is it bigger it's also more comfortable by miles ahead of the stock ones. I provided pictures of the two sizes. Would I recommend this? I'm conflicted on that. If you have an average pair of headphones, sure. But if they're expensive you will notice a change and ultimately that depends on how you feel about it.

Before I start, I will mention that I have very large and droopy ears. Generally, no matter how comfortable a headset is advertised as being, I can hardly ever find a headset that is comfortable for me to wear. I also did not want to switch to earbuds due to the damage they can cause to your hearing. After buying the HyperX Cloud Alpha headset, I immediately realized that I needed to change the pads. They sounded AMAZING and were initially pretty comfortable, but as many others have realized, they are too shallow, causing pain on your ears due to the drivers touching them directly. I would be trying to enjoy my PC games, but would constantly be shifting my headset around in an attempt to subdue the pain that my brand new headset was causing me. I did some online searching and came across these pads. Some other people had posted photos of their Cloud Alpha's with these exact pads on them, and I read lots of reviews from people claiming that these pads drastically improve the comfort, so I bought them. Stretching them over the headphones took a few minutes of struggling, as the opening on the pads is quite a bit smaller, but they DO FIT. I found it was easier to stretch them over the entire cup until it was on all the way around, then use your fingernails to "poke" the ends of the pads into the grooves. It IS difficult to get these on, but they will fit with enough force and dedication. They don't look weird at all either once installed properly. As for comfort... What a difference! These pads are slightly bigger/wider than the stock pads on the Alpha, and they are MUCH deeper. I do not feel any pain from wearing these whatsoever. I feel like these pads should have come with the headset to begin with, or that the stock pads should have been thicker and deeper like these. My ears feel fully submerged in these pads as opposed to "barely fitting" into the stock pads of the Cloud Alpha. The drivers are no longer touching my ears. As far as sound quality, these DO reduce the volume and "bass thump" by a hair. When I say a hair, I mean that it's not as noticeable as you might think, and that my headphones still sound about the same as they did before. I was very worried that I was going to lose a lot of sound quality by purchasing bigger pads, but the difference is hardly noticeable. I played a few tracks that I've heard many times on this headset already, and they pretty much sounded exactly the same. If you're a huge basshead, these might slightly reduce your experience, but there are ways to fix it such as equalizers and volume boosters. Again, not a big difference. If you own a pair of HyperX Cloud headphones and feel that the pads are too shallow, buy these. They fit, and they WORK.