I have the AD900s though, sadly, only operating out of one side at the moment (totally my fault and in no way a reflection of their build quality which is excellent). I also have the Sennheiser HD558 which can be modded by removal of 2 pads of tape to be substantially identical to the 598s...

Quote: You have to be a bit tough on the pads. Basically the thin material at the edges stretches over the plastic lip and into the gap between the lip and the next bit of plastic that surrounds the honeycomb metal grille. Starting off is easier but it's gets tight before you finish. Near...

Quote:   I tried this finally a few weeks ago - thanks Bengt77 - only a year after your suggestion! :)   Your mod help with comfort a lot - in fact they are now a lot more like how I imagined good phones should feel. I even did double the semi-circular pads you suggested so I could...

Hi All,   just wanted to say that the A1000 pads I ordered from Bluetin finally arrived and I got to try 'em out the other day. First thing is that I got these primarily for comfort reasons as I found the standard velour pads itchy and uncomfortable over long periods. The stuffed tissue mod...

Thanks for the link - ahhh cos it's audiocubes *2* that's why couldn't find it. Tons of alternatives on that site - got me thinking. Reading about the W5000 pads though, sound's like they may distort the sound too much away from the lovely mids and strong treble that I like. Real leather always...

Hi, first post, I'm not a massive audiophile (hearing not sharp enough) but I do own the AD900 and have to say I was surprised and disappointed by the comfort, or lack of it, especially after reading tons of posts raving about how comfy it and the AD700 were. I too find my ear pressing the...