ATH-M50x Velour Ear Pads Discussions | Drop

Showing 1 of 899 conversations about:

ATH-M50x Velour Ear Pads

Jul 30, 2019

With larger (ear-sized!) openings than the pads offered here, Brainwavz oval pads would be more comfortable... and less expensive, except for their Micro Suede pads, which are $1.50 more from Brainwavz official store. They even have an edition of the Micro Suede pads similar in size/shape to these ones. I own Brainwavz' Micro Suede XL Pads and can confirm that the material is the epitome of comfort. Their affect on the sound is equally impressive, especially with headphones that are a little bright, lack sub-bass, or need a bit more richness to the mids. Brainwavz Velour pads are available in black and red. Synthetic leather (pleather) comes in various colors. Their Hybrid pads offer some of the solidity of the pleather pads with with the sound-stage of the velours, as well as excellent center-imaging.

•

Aug 2, 2019

mattrisI have to agree. I have the Brainwavs oval pads on both my ATH M40X and my Fostex T120RP: the former for comfort and sound isolation, the latter because the pads had deteriorated. The synthetic leather is very nice; better than what came with either headphone. Zero regrets. They're great.

Aug 2, 2019

Phoebe_PGet a pair of Brainwavz' Micro Suede oval pads... for the RP or M40x. You can thank me later.

Vote

Aug 2, 2019

Phoebe_PCan you confirm the model of your Fostex headphone? Thanks.

Vote

Aug 2, 2019

mattrisSorry T20RP...I must have hit two numbers at once!

Vote

Aug 3, 2019

Phoebe_PYep, the Brainwavz Micro Suede oval pads would be an absolutely superb pairing with both of your headphones. If I may ask, what DAC and amplifier do you own?

Vote

Aug 3, 2019

mattrisI probably won't be buying another set of pads unless I need to, but I'll consider the fuzzy pads. Anyway, my home stereo amp is a Pioneer SA-510 and my DAC is a Topping D30, but that's irrelevant because I almost never listen with headphones on that amp unless I'm checking the quality of a record or cartridge. Instead, the Fostex 'phones are used for audio production, plugged into a Presonus Firebox or monitoring recordings on my Tascam DR-40. The AT headphones are my dedicated DJ 'phones.

Vote

Aug 4, 2019

Phoebe_PNo need to wait until you need the Micro Suede pads. Their comfort is vastly superior to the synthetic leather pads. (They breathe better, and the material just feels softer.) As for sound, I've found that they boost the sub-bass, give the mids a richer presence, and tame the treble a tiny bit. If you do buy a pair to test, I bet you'll end up buying another. (They're that good. That's why Amazon can't keep them in stock.)

Aug 4, 2019

mattrisOk, you've convinced me. I'll pick up a pair. The same size pads fit on both of my headphones, so I can use them for either.

View Full Discussion

PRODUCTS YOU MAY LIKE

Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX Headphones

$199

Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee Headphones

$169

Massdrop x Sennheiser PC37X Gaming Headset

$99

Drop + HIFIMAN HE4XX Planar Magnetic Headphones

$149

Massdrop x Koss Porta Pro X Headphones

$29

Drop + EPOS PC38X Gaming Headset

$169

Massdrop x Koss KSC75X On-Ear Headphones

$20

Massdrop x Meze 99 Noir Closed-Back Headphones

$199

Drop + EPOS PC38X Yellow Gaming Headset

$139

Drop BMR1 Nearfield Monitors

$79

Trending Posts in Audiophile

Simthaniel

Rigs

Modded headphones with qudelix at the core

When I received the Qudelix 5K, I had already modified a pair of Superlux HD-681 headphones. I previously soldered my own balanced connections to the drivers, providing multiple ways to connect and...

Apr 14, 2024

Rigs

brothamike

A decent set of IEMs

I am in the midst of a 300 hour burn-in but, I will say I am enjoying how this set sounds so far. Before I received these which was btw late by a few weeks, I purchased a Sony/Kimber Kable MMCX...

Apr 12, 2024

Photos

merrick97

Should I exchange the PC38X for better headphones?

I bought the PC38X headphones FOR GAMING and they are great, but I have NO use for a Microphone since I don't do competitive gaming and I was wondering if there were better headphone options at a similar price without a headphone, where (presumably) more of the cost was put into making it sound better. I also find that my PC38X don't get quite as loud as I would like and I was wondering if a cheap amp like the iFi Go link would draw a little more volume out of my phones. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BN6MM822?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details I went with the PC38X since it was considered the best bang for buck headphones. I care most about using spatial apps like DOlby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X. Suggestions are welcome.

Apr 11, 2024

General

LostnAmerica

Sound Signature of the Grell Project.

Wondering what type of sound signature the Drop Grell project headphones will have or trying to attain. Any update would be appreciated.

Apr 8, 2024

Questions

Fabulous

Looking for a gaming/content audio setup

Hello! I'm looking for recommendations on audio setups. I'd be planning on using it mostly for gaming. Preferably I'd like a pair of large closed back headphones since I have a big head and jaw. I'd also like to hear myself through my mic with mic monitoring. As far as budget goes, I don't really have one. But under 600$ would be nice. I can go higher if needed. The audio setup would be connected to a high performance PC. Thank you in advance for any recommendations!

Apr 4, 2024

Questions

1plsd

$10 Drop Coupon Email not sent?

Trying to buy some gear off Drop for the first time. I was told I would receive an email with a welcome to drop $10 off promo. I never received that email. Drop was able to send me emails for my login token and email for Password update. But for some reason the $10 off coupon was never sent to me.

Mar 31, 2024

Questions

Vote

NMPacella

New here

Hello, I just joined, primarily for the audiophile products. Looking at purchasing the NHT C3 speakers for our new living room. Space is about 15 feet wide by 33 long and they will fire long ways. Space is just for general listening, music room with all equipment is downstairs, so hoping they will fill it with sound nicely. Cheers.

Mar 18, 2024