I would keep the original soundsignature when possible.The original pad are a little bit a comfor problem.What for Zmf Earpads i can use for the Fostex TR-x00 Mahagoni?I have read some good over the Zmf Eikon.I have try the Dekoni elite hybrid memory foam,and are so so so Bad.For my opinion.Wasted Money for my.Never buy anywhere from Dekoni from my side.