[AndrewF]

I have a pair of regular DT880's, run off a decent amp, which I really like, but don't get to use as much as I'd like (job, kids, etc). I do get to indoor row or kayak erg pretty much every morning, and I typically use my UM2's for that. I was thinking that it would be cool to set up the DT880's and the amp by my workout area, so as to get to use them then. Would I trash them by sweating into them? I tried it once and the pads got pretty wet, but dried out ok. Can the pads be replaced easily if I totally trash them? Any one ever use (relatively) high end cans like this for exercise?

Or is this a completely stupid idea?

Andrew

 

[GreatDane]

I say go for it. I don't see where getting just the pads sweaty would ruin the drivers. You can easily remove and rinse and/or wash the pads. You can buy new pads if needed.

 

[kamal007]

if breaking a $300 cans for you is okay, then go for it.
i wouldnt bring them outside sicne theyre an expensive headphones.

do that with ksc75 or px100

 

[AndrewF]

Let me clarify- I'm only planning to use them indoors, in my basement (where no one else can see what a geek I look like...)

af

 

[dmk005]

You can get a pair of leather pads pretty easily on the FS forum. It's not the easiest thing in the world to do but you can change the pads. I would use the velor pads the way you are and switch to the leather for non-sweaty use.

Btw, I really recommend IEMs for exercise use...

 

[d-cee]

i don't see why not

except as you said, getting them sweaty

and possibly getting the cable caught somewhere while working out

 

[kamal007]

Quote:

Originally Posted by AndrewF /img/forum/go_quote.gif Let me clarify- I'm only planning to use them indoors, in my basement (where no one else can see what a geek I look like...) af

i thought you gonna use them while kayaking, =)

 

[ericj]

You could comission someone to make special coolmax earpads for workout use