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Title: Headphone Covers?
Post by: Cheesecadet on August 04, 2012, 01:22:20 AM

Hey All just curious if someone can recommend some good headphone covers for my Sony MDR7506.  I know someone mentioned some good velour ones here a while back but couldn't find the thread.  Any help is appreciated.

Thanks

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: DigiGal on August 04, 2012, 05:05:08 AM

I picked up a pair of the Pearstone deluxe velour replacement earpads from B&H linked below for $19.95, it was maybe a year ago or so.  Pearstone also makes a standard version like the original Sony earpads for $5 less but I highly recommend the deluxe velour model because the velour is so much more comfortable than the original earpads for extended listening with these cans.

Pearston Deluxe Earpads for Sony MDR-7506/MDR-V6 and Audio Technica ATHM30 (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/645787-REG/Pearstone_9081860_Deluxe_Earpads_Pair.html)

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: ScottT on August 09, 2012, 11:23:26 AM

I used the Beyerdynamic replacement pads on my 7506's and am extremely pleased!  Installation was easy, and the velour is very comfy...

http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-Velour-Earcushions-MDR7506-Headphones/dp/B0016MF7W2

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: George2 on August 09, 2012, 12:29:49 PM

Garfield Softies:
http://www.trewaudio.com/store/PSC-Headphone-Softies.html
http://www.professionalsound.com/specs/garfield.htm
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=Garfield+Softies&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: fobstl on August 09, 2012, 12:30:50 PM

I was just about to buy a pair of the stock replacements for my 7506's. Glad to hear there are alternatives. Thanks for the recommendations!

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: Fried Chicken Boy on August 09, 2012, 05:26:20 PM

Quote from: DigiGal on August 04, 2012, 05:05:08 AM

I picked up a pair of the Pearstone deluxe velour replacement earpads from B&H linked below for $19.95, it was maybe a year ago or so.  Pearstone also makes a standard version like the original Sony earpads for $5 less but I highly recommend the deluxe velour model because the velour is so much more comfortable than the original earpads for extended listening with these cans.

Pearston Deluxe Earpads for Sony MDR-7506/MDR-V6 and Audio Technica ATHM30 (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/645787-REG/Pearstone_9081860_Deluxe_Earpads_Pair.html)

Hmmm, rather tempted to buy a set of these and see if they fit my ATH-M50's...

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: Gutbucket on August 09, 2012, 07:03:06 PM

Anyone know where to find those semi-rigid zippered cases for fullsized cans?

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: Fried Chicken Boy on August 09, 2012, 10:48:56 PM

Quote from: Gutbucket on August 09, 2012, 07:03:06 PM

Anyone know where to find those semi-rigid zippered cases for fullsized cans?

You mean something like THIS (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Black-Hard-case-for-Pioneer-HDJ-2000-HDJ2000-headphones-/251077519736?pt=Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item3a7562e978), THIS (http://www.ebay.com/itm/headphone-case-pouch-bag-for-Sennheiser-hd201-hd202-hd212-headphones-/180932596919?pt=Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item2a206c54b7) or THIS (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Portable-hard-carry-case-for-SONY-mdr-nc7-nc-7-noise-cancelling-headphones-/170889367306?pt=Other_MP3_Player_Accessories&hash=item27c9cccf0a)?  eBay has been where I've usually found my headphone cases.  And almost always made in and shipped from the far east.  Just do a search for "headphone case" and pages of them come up.

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: DigiGal on August 09, 2012, 11:25:13 PM

Quote from: Gutbucket on August 09, 2012, 07:03:06 PM

Anyone know where to find those semi-rigid zippered cases for fullsized cans?

I'm using one of THESE (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/308020-REG/Porta_Brace_CS_B9_CS_B9_Stuff_Sack_Black.html) for my MDR7506 cans, it's padded (not rigid) and a perfect size that works nicer than the pouch supplied with the cans.  Had found a deal of $5.00 each couple of years ago.  Might be difficult to find that price again and a different size would be needed if your cans don't have a folding design but they work great for MDR7506's.

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: Gutbucket on August 09, 2012, 11:30:06 PM

Thanks!

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: George on August 10, 2012, 01:35:17 PM

Quote from: ScottT on August 09, 2012, 11:23:26 AM

I used the Beyerdynamic replacement pads on my 7506's and am extremely pleased!  Installation was easy, and the velour is very comfy...

http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-Velour-Earcushions-MDR7506-Headphones/dp/B0016MF7W2

I'm on my second pair of velours...the first pair lasted nearly 9 years!   Totally worth the $$$ and they are super comfy compared to the pleather paddings the Sony's originally ship with.

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: fobstl on August 10, 2012, 02:44:13 PM

I just ordered a pair of the Beyers.   ;D

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: NOLAfishwater on August 21, 2012, 03:47:46 PM

Quote from: George2 on August 09, 2012, 12:29:49 PM

Garfield Softies:
http://www.trewaudio.com/store/PSC-Headphone-Softies.html
http://www.professionalsound.com/specs/garfield.htm
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/search?Ntt=Garfield+Softies&N=0&InitialSearch=yes&sts=ma

I second this. Love my Softies

Title: Re: Headphone Covers?
Post by: tim in jersey on August 23, 2012, 12:56:26 AM

My Pearstones delivered last week. They're great.