Audio-Technica HP-EP Replacement Earpads for M-Series Headphones

Had my headphones since 2017 and have had to replace the ear pads twice. My first idea in 2020 was to go online (and I didn't see the official pads at the time) and buy some new ones. I ended up getting 3rd party ones that just flaked apart after a few months and dealt with them for about 3 years. They were disgusting. After finding the REAL replacements, holy hell -- it's night and day. The 3rd party ones were foamy and allowed sound leak. The real ones have restored the sound stage in its entirety. Details I got used to missing have come back. I've now had these replacements for at least a year, and nothing is flaking off, nothing is loose and nothing is bad! They are so easy to clean with some alcohol wipes when done using. Most importantly, they are FROM THE FACTORY. Very high quality material and very comfortable. AT knows what they're doing with headphones.

Other reviewers here have already mentioned that these are your best option for AT's popular and very good headphones. While look and feel are preserved, of primary importance is that the sound signature is preserved. Many of us have experienced a change in sound quality--not for the best--when installing other replacement pads. With several brands and models of headphones, I found that some are more susceptible to audio quality change with non-OEM replacement pads. One such model is Sony's MDR-V6. My ATH-M30x weren't nearly as sensitive by comparison. However, to me the M30x sound different from the ATH-M50x (and the MDR-V6), especially in the lower octaves. Possibly the M50x are more sensitive to certain pad variables, just like the MDR-V6. While you may also want to experiment, using OEM replacements is usually the safest bet. I did find, however, that these pads also fit my Sony MDR-V6 and perform very well. These are a little more tricky to install than others. None-the-less, I'd buy these again.

I've had my Audio Technica 50X Headphones for 7 years...& the ear pads finally started to start falling apart. Not bad at all! Anyway, these replacement ear pads are excellent! Plus they're original equipment from Audio Technica. It was VERY important, that they would not negatively affect the sound in any way. After reading reviews on some generic brands, where people said they affected the great sound of these headphones, I went with Audio Technica. I'm glad I did, as they sound perfect...in fact, they seem to sound a little better now with the new cups, maybe because they have a better seal now...yet still comfortable. They were a little hard getting on; around 30 minutes for me, as I wanted it done right. But, overall...these are a great choice for replacement ear pads. Can't beat the quality of Audio Technica! Very happy!!

Leather on my earpads started to deteriorate and this was a convenient, inexpensive solution. I watched a quick youtube video on how to replace the earpads out of fear I might damage the headphones entirely had I done otherwise, and the process was fairly simple. These feel much better to wear than the previous worn out ones and work just as well.

I love my head phones, and I have had them for years. As things inevitably do the ear pads wore out, and I purchased this replacement set. The pads popped on and off easily and my headset looks and feels brand new again. I’m so happy with the quality of these ear pads and the headphones as a whole.

The original cheesy coated foam pads deteriorated on my ATH-M45 set, leaving black flecks on my ears. I didn't notice until my wife pointed it out one day, "what the heck is that stuff?" Anyway, these replacements eliminate that problem with good quality, comfortable vinyl cushions which block quite a bit of room noise, fit snug and are well made. That said... The description does specify M20x, M30x, M40x, M50, M50x/s, so I guess housing for those models is slightly smaller in size than the ATH-M45 phones which I have. In the case of the ATH-M45 these pads seem to run a little small and are somewhat difficult to mount, but once in place they fit fine, and will not come off. Like I said they fit the ears comfortably and snug. Well, they fit my ears fine, if you have jumbo ears they may not fit perfectly. Ear opening is roughly 2 3/8 x 1 3/4 inches. Overall size of pad is about 4 x 3 1/4.

I know is a bit long but please CONTINUE READING. (These are just my personal opinion, so THINK TWICE AND WISELY BEFORE PURCHASING). First, I have been using Ath-M50x for around 3-4 years. I am really satisfied with the sound quality. No matter is for movies/gaming/sound editing/etc. However, my ear-pads and headband skins slowly tear off and dying. Every week, I need to clean off those falling pieces around my workstation which is kind of irritating. There’s where I started to consider on purchasing the latest model (M50x-bt Wireless). Unfortunately, M50x-bt Wireless, 200$ is a bit pricey to change just because of the skins tear off. Therefore, I came here and purchased the replacement earpads just for 24.99$. Pros: Sound Quality. Is just as good as the original version. Rating: 95/100 (That -5 may be my misconception). You can’t feel any regress and even feel better with it (Condition: if all your skins were peel off and you had been using for a long time). You will get a better noise cancelling with the skins on. That’s why you can see some of the comments mentions "it is better". You may be questioning “Skins provide noise cancelling you must be kidding me”? No. I am not. It actually provides it just like the old days. Just you slowly missed it and you never know about it. Sizes. It totally fit well on my Mth-50x. I don't get it why someone say it is smaller? From my own observation and wearing experiences, it's totally the same and fits well just like the old times. Softness. First, is soft and slightly tight to your ears, just like every new brand headphone. I think you need to wear it for couple days and the punch will get softer and slowly recognize your ear size. Delivery. This really impress me. I never receive any products from Amazons Overseas within 3 days by using economy delivery. I want to give 5 stars for everyone who participated it. Cons: It’s new and the skins give you the old feeling and better noise cancelling. Your ear may still slowly adapting it and muggy. Besides that, everything is perfect and WORTH IT.

The ear pads on my headphones wore out after 10 years, but I was surprised to find these replacements on Amazon. They fit perfectly and it's like having a new set of headphones!!

Me resultan muy cómodos, un poco más blandos que los originales, me gusta, me aprietan menos las orejas, que ya los viejos se habían endurecido y me hacían daño. No soy capaz de decir si el sonido es diferente, no aprecio cambio. Muy fáciles de colocar. Modelo ATH-M30x

As expected

Muy buena calidad en los materiales y quedaron perfectos en mis audífonos. Los recomiendo.

Très bon remplacement des coussinets originaux. Prix un peu élevé, mais ça vaut la peine pour avoir la qualité originale d'Audio-Technica.

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