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post #16 of 19
3/25/06 at 2:20pm
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Originally Posted by Todd R
I just looked at the Sennheiser store for them and price for a new set is up to $40!!!!!!!!!
They used to be about $25.
Think I'll try washing them.
That was what I was thinking too!! How on earth could a pair of cushions cost $40?!
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post #17 of 19
3/25/06 at 4:55pm
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Originally Posted by mrarroyo
I bet they regained some of their volume/size back.
I've hoped a bit for that, but it didn't seem to be the case. Anyway, they smell better than before. BTW, I should have mentioned that it's a good idea to wash both at the same time while you're at it...
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post #18 of 19
3/25/06 at 5:30pm
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Well I'm glad the discussion has perked up on this one, but as I said my reasoning was regarding sound quality. I compared my squished down pads to a pair of new ones and the difference between the placing of the driver relative to the ear between the new and old ones, as a percentage of the total distance is very signficant indeed.

I was surprised to hear a difference in sound, but then why shouldn't it sound different if you are changing the relationship of the driver to the ear.
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post #19 of 19
3/25/06 at 6:05pm
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Originally Posted by TheSloth
... I was surprised to hear a difference in sound, but then why shouldn't it sound different if you are changing the relationship of the driver to the ear.
I let the pads on my HD580s get big-time squishy before I replaced them the first time - and was stunned at the effect. Bass response, in particular, had suffered badly over time without my being aware of it. I assume this is due to a deteriorating seal as the pads wear down.
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