[bert87]

  IMO, over-the-ear earpad is more comfortable than on-the-ear.

If you like stronger bass, on-the-ear is better.

 
I currently own the E04 earpads and they after about 20 minutes my ears get really hot and after an hour my ears hurt.
 
My config is: H01 - S01 - E04
 
Maybe the H01 is more suited for on ear pads?
 
I'm now torn between the E02 and E03, both are on ear. The E03 is said to be more comfortable, doesn't cause warm ears but it has less bass. The E02 is leather, so the hot ear issue may arise again. What do you guys think?

 

[Montyburns]

   
I currently own the E04 earpads and they after about 20 minutes my ears get really hot and after an hour my ears hurt.
 
My config is: H01 - S01 - E04
 
Maybe the H01 is more suited for on ear pads?
 
I'm now torn between the E02 and E03, both are on ear. The E03 is said to be more comfortable, doesn't cause warm ears but it has less bass. The E02 is leather, so the hot ear issue may arise again. What do you guys think?

I have the micro-fiber E01 and a custom made E03 using the velour pads from a Senn HD25 ii. Both are comfy and cool.

 

[bert87]

 
I have the micro-fiber E01 and a custom made E03 using the velour pads from a Senn HD25 ii. Both are comfy and cool.

 
Would the difference in bass between the E03 and E02 be that significant?

 

[Montyburns]

   
Would the difference in bass between the E03 and E02 be that significant?

Yes. The E02 has significantly more bass than any of the other pads. They have what some would describe as a "darker" sound. The pads work well with EQ. They sound best for IDM and EDM music. Less so for rock. Some would say muffled. I like them quite a bit. Perfect for active listening - gym, walking.

 

[bert87]

 
Yes. The E02 has significantly more bass than any of the other pads. They have what some would describe as a "darker" sound. The pads work well with EQ. They sound best for IDM and EDM music. Less so for rock. Some would say muffled. I like them quite a bit. Perfect for active listening - gym, walking.

 
What about comfort? Are they as comfortable as the E03? Do your ears get hot or sweaty?

 

[Montyburns]

   
What about comfort? Are they as comfortable as the E03? Do your ears get hot or sweaty?

The only pads that don't get hot are the micro-fiber, in my opinion.

 

[bert87]

So at the end of the day, would you recommend the E02 or the E03?

 

[Montyburns]

 

E02. Then E07 - for sound. For comfort, the microfiber, then the velour. I've modified my velour to accommodate the velour HD 25 ii pad and like it quite a lot.
 
But if you have to get one pair, the E02.

 

[Music818]

Yes, velour is the best but it is bad that AIAIAI don't make one for over-the-ear..........................................like this

 

[Kozak]

Got my tma-2 the other day and they kick azz.
Couple of questions, did any one have problems with cable locking?
I can't seem to lock (twist) one port on both speakers.
Also, the speakers move up and down the head band fairly easy which mean I have to adjust to size ever time I pick them up, is that normal?

Thanks

 

[Music818]

Got my tma-2 the other day and they kick azz.
Couple of questions, did any one have problems with cable locking?
I can't seem to lock (twist) one port on both speakers.
Also, the speakers move up and down the head band fairly easy which mean I have to adjust to size ever time I pick them up, is that normal?

Thanks

Surely, no!

 

[WitzyZed]

Got my tma-2 the other day and they kick azz.
Couple of questions, did any one have problems with cable locking?
I can't seem to lock (twist) one port on both speakers.
Also, the speakers move up and down the head band fairly easy which mean I have to adjust to size ever time I pick them up, is that normal?

Thanks

I've had problems with cable locking but only when using TMA-2 cables on my TMA-1 Ghostly Edition.
I however did have a TMA-2 cable crap out on me. The twist lock now just spins and spins, but it is the lower part of the cable spinning, I believe the jack somehow came undone and completely tore the wires inside.
I am befuddled.

 

[Kozak]

Sorted! Nothing wrong, the pads were getting a little in the way.

 

[Montyburns]

Is anyone interested in selling their "over the ear" ear pads for the TMA-1? I'd like to try a couple of them. I have all of the "on ear" pads, but looking to expand the use of the headphone to home listening.

 

[Barno]

As luck would have it, while siteseeing in Copenhagen this week, I happened on the AIAIAI flagship store and walked away with the H03 / C01 / S04 / E04 configuration. The shop was hip and the staff was helpful and super-friendly. Don't miss the opportunity to visit if you ever have the opportunity. I'll post a review of the headphones after I return to the states.