[new reformation]

Before you fret about not getting into "Hi-res" audio take a look here:
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nLEhfieoMq8&spfreload=10
 
Going balanced might produce a more tangible result that buying a ton of new "hi-res" audio to go with new "hi-res" gear.

 

[lnteractive]

I have a modmic and considering HD650 is slightly magnetic (the cans), it automatically sucks the modmic to it, does anybody know if this will cause any damage? Shouldn't be since its mildly magnetic?

 

[TeddyShot]

I have a modmic and considering HD650 is slightly magnetic (the cans), it automatically sucks the modmic to it, does anybody know if this will cause any damage? Shouldn't be since its mildly magnetic?

I'm no engineer yet but from what I know headphone drivers operation using magnets, another magnet will only hinder its operation which can cause distortion, loss in audio quality, or damage.

 

[lnteractive]

However the magnetic strength of the modmic "attachment clip" is really weak though? since you can't really stop it, both are magnectic.

 

[reddington]

Anyone here tried the cheap replacement HD 650 earpads from ebay?

Really don't feel like shelling out 70$ to get one from Sennheiser.

 

[jwusoccer]

I just bought a pair off of ebay for 24 bucks and they should be arriving today. I'll try to post impressions.

 

[ButtUglyJeff]

  I just bought a pair off of ebay for 24 bucks and they should be arriving today. I'll try to post impressions.

 
Waiting for the "edit"...

 

[donlin]

Anyone here tried the cheap replacement HD 650 earpads from ebay?

Really don't feel like shelling out 70$ to get one from Sennheiser.

I wouldn't try to skimp on ear pads.  Any slight variation can effect the sound.

 

[Eee Pee]

It was either in this thread or the 600 thread someone bought pads from eBay and they came all wrinkly.

 

[Hunter220]

Yeah I don't have any personal experience with pads from eBay but I wouldn't skimp on pads, since I wouldn't want to change the sound signature of the headphones.

 

[reddington]

I just bought a pair off of ebay for 24 bucks and they should be arriving today. I'll try to post impressions.

Will wait for your impressions.

I think someone once told me there's hardly any difference in the basic sonic signature between the original and the eBay pads.

After all these are foams encased in velour cloth. As far as the foams don't crush too much and make noise while moving around causing irritation, don't think there can be too much alteration in the signature.

Might be wrong though. So asking for impressions to be sure.

 

[jwusoccer]

While it's true that they may change the sound, I refuse to believe that the ebay pads sound 50 dollars worse than the original pads until I hear it for myself. If the ebay pads are significantly worse, I'll just return them and get the real deal but if they're pretty similar performance wise, I really wouldn't be able to justify spending an extra 50 bucks.

 

[donlin]

  While it's true that they may change the sound, I refuse to believe that the ebay pads sound 50 dollars worse than the original pads until I hear it for myself. If the ebay pads are significantly worse, I'll just return them and get the real deal but if they're pretty similar performance wise, I really wouldn't be able to justify spending an extra 50 bucks.

"50 dollars worse" is different for everybody I guess.  I would gladly pay an extra $50.00 to get exactly the same pads.

 

[reddington]

I wouldn't try to skimp on ear pads.  Any slight variation can effect the sound.

While it's true that they may change the sound, I refuse to believe that the ebay pads sound 50 dollars worse than the original pads until I hear it for myself. If the ebay pads are significantly worse, I'll just return them and get the real deal but if they're pretty similar performance wise, I really wouldn't be able to justify spending an extra 50 bucks.

Exactly my thoughts aswel. Would have bought and tried one myself unless shipping returns weren't so cumbersome from my country.

Would like some first hand impressions before I commit to the gamble.

 

[jwusoccer]

 
"50 dollars worse" is different for everybody I guess.  I would gladly pay an extra $50.00 to get exactly the same pads.

That's very true, but as a poor college student I simply don't have any extra money to spare. $50 saved on a pair of earpads is another $50 towards next semester's tuition.