[smy1]

Does anybody use a different power outlet for the esp950? Need a spare one if anyone can recommend one on Amazon or something in the US

 

[the1andonly]

Does anybody use a different power outlet for the esp950? Need a spare one if anyone can recommend one on Amazon or something in the US

Radwell sells one, just gotta get the part number and it's like $20

 

[jotaku]

Is there a USB adapter version of this? Maybe I can plug it in my iPhone charger.

This is the cable I posted about originally: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08NTTXJCG/ Will work with any Type-C charger. I used it with my powerbank and it ran for hours.

 

[smy1]

Does koss takes forever to respond back to there emails? Needed to check up on my warranty on the esp95x. I could call them but I am out of the country for awhile.

Edit: nevermind. They use to respond faster using their contact form instead of emailing them.

 

[theangelboy]

Has anyone been able to buy replacement velour 95x pads? I checked Koss's website but they only have the crinkly pleather 950 pads listed. I also contacted their customer service asking about a week ago and it's just been crickets.

I also haven't found any 3rd party pads that look comparable to the stock velour 95x pads. I have tried some 120mm round velour pads I found on Ali, but the fit (and sound) was bad.

 

[buke9]

Has anyone been able to buy replacement velour 95x pads? I checked Koss's website but they only have the crinkly pleather 950 pads listed. I also contacted their customer service asking about a week ago and it's just been crickets.

I also haven't found any 3rd party pads that look comparable to the stock velour 95x pads. I have tried some 120mm round velour pads I found on Ali, but the fit (and sound) was bad.

Vesper makes a hybrid pad or they did not for sure now but it was leather and velour on the side that touches your skin have a pair and very comfortable bought them like 5 or 6 years ago and at the time I think were $70 .
Just looked it up and they have a lot of different options for the ESP-950.

 

[GearMe]

Yep...they've gone up(like everything else!)...now $89

From the Vesper website..."To buy our KOSS ESP950 custom earpads within the US please visit fongaudio.com"

 

[buke9]

Yep...they've gone up(like everything else!)...now $89

From the Vesper website..."To buy our KOSS ESP950 custom earpads within the US please visit fongaudio.com"

Kinda figured that but mine were well made and fit like a glove.

 

[GearMe]

Same here...bought a pair for my ESP950s (since sold but enjoyed them while I had them). Definitely felt the pads were worth the $$.

 

[theangelboy]

Thank for the replies @buke9 and @GearMe. Veper pads certainly look nice and reviews are generally positive so I have toyed with the idea of getting some Vesper or Yaxi pads but $60-$90 for pads that might change the sound negatively for me and my ears has kept my wallet closed.

I have been burned on pricy pads before (ZMF Ori/TH-X00 combo and I hated the change in sound) and said never again. Because of that experience, I generally won't spend over $25 on a pads that I haven't heard before or that aren't a stock pad from the manufacturer. That's why I was hoping the stock velour pads were like a special order thing from Koss's site and they were comparable in price to the pleather ones ($5). It was a long shot, but I thought I would ask the ESP veterans since the Koss email customer service is MIA.

And to be clear, my stock pads aren't worn out (yet) and I like the sound, I was simply hoping to get some extras to have just in case. I really hate that selling stock pads for the headphone isn't like a required thing at this point. Pads are one of the few things on a headphone that just wears out from using it normally. I have seen all of headaches Sennheiser owners are going through right now since they can't buy replacement pads.

 

[buke9]

Thank for the replies @buke9 and @GearMe. Veper pads certainly look nice and reviews are generally positive so I have toyed with the idea of getting some Vesper or Yaxi pads but $60-$90 for pads that might change the sound negatively for me and my ears has kept my wallet closed.

I have been burned on pricy pads before (ZMF Ori/TH-X00 combo and I hated the change in sound) and said never again. Because of that experience, I generally won't spend over $25 on a pads that I haven't heard before or that aren't a stock pad from the manufacturer. That's why I was hoping the stock velour pads were like a special order thing from Koss's site and they were comparable in price to the pleather ones ($5). It was a long shot, but I thought I would ask the ESP veterans since the Koss email customer service is MIA.

And to be clear, my stock pads aren't worn out (yet) and I like the sound, I was simply hoping to get some extras to have just in case. I really hate that selling stock pads for the headphone isn't like a required thing at this point. Pads are one of the few things on a headphone that just wears out from using it normally. I have seen all of headaches Sennheiser owners are going through right now since they can't buy replacement pads.

Totally respect your stance on pads . Sometimes they work and sometimes not so much. Good luck in your search.

 

[silent-circuit]

Has anyone ever done a custom headband / yolk for the ESP/950 drivers? I have the original version, not the Drop remake, and the flimsy top portion of the headband is broken. One side slides much too easily / has no 'grip', making them uncomfortable, with a tendency to get too loose and fall off.

I considered trying to send them in to Koss to be repaired given the much touted "lifetime warranty", but the last time I looked in to it they asked for purchase info I don't have, as I bought them second hand. Also asked to buy just a replacement headband/top portion and was told they don't sell parts. This is bad policy on Koss' part and very frustrating.

The stock headband, while very light, is poorly built and flimsy; I'm not at all a fan. Given I only intend to use the headphones at home I don't care about them being collapsible and wouldn't be opposed to swapping the drivers on to another headband, if there's something suitable out there. Any ideas?

 

[timb5881]

Got the ESP950’s up and running from a Cary Rocket 88 to a Stax SRD7 Pro and a Stax to Koss adapter. That sweet tube sound on the ESP950 headphones is a treat.

 

[dirtrat]

I just recently sent in my ESP-950's for warranty repair after they were sitting in the closet for over 10 years. I bought my original pair over 25 years ago. Koss was nice enough to send me a brand-new replacement pack with the full case and everything minus a battery pack. Hard to beat this warranty. Look for this to be on the For Sale section soon since I'll never listen to them. Great company to deal with.

 

[silent-circuit]

I just recently sent in my ESP-950's for warranty repair after they were sitting in the closet for over 10 years. I bought my original pair over 25 years ago. Koss was nice enough to send me a brand-new replacement pack with the full case and everything minus a battery pack. Hard to beat this warranty. Look for this to be on the For Sale section soon since I'll never listen to them. Great company to deal with.

That's a mistake. Unless you're listening to 2k+ in gear the Koss will embarrass whatever you've been listening to in the interim.