[Nerdboxer]

Hey guys! I am a long time lurker and first time poster on these great forums. I have a question that may be kind of nitpicky but I wanted to get your advice. I ordered the ATH-M50 from B&H and received them today. I was a little concerned by two things. First, the pad cushion on the left side has a noticeable crease in it. I posted a pic for reference. Is this normal and will it go away? I know that seems kind of OCD. Second, the swivel on the phones is very very loose. Also normal? Thanks in advance and I hope I can contribute to the community more than I have.




Edit: I've decided the looseness is probably equivalent to most swivel phones I've used. Still wondering about the pad though.

 

[alv4426]

It will probably not go away, but I wouldn't worry about it. Take care of the pads thou cleaning them thoroughly after every usage cause I had mine for like 3 months before they started to crack, but I didn't take care of them properly. I'm looking to replace the pads actually maybe 940 pads on top of stock pads that I saw in someones thread a few days ago. 

 

[MalVeauX]

Heya,
 
Yuck! And that's why I only dabble with cloth pads. If you're interested, do a search for modding M50's to have velor pads. Makes them more comfy!
 
Very best,

 

[Nerdboxer]

Thanks for the replies everyone. After watching some YouTube videos and the like, some others have a similar crease. Seems normal I guess. I guess I'm just being picky. Otherwise they seem great even without burn in yet.

 

[MalVeauX]

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Thanks for the replies everyone. After watching some YouTube videos and the like, some others have a similar crease. Seems normal I guess. I guess I'm just being picky. Otherwise they seem great even without burn in yet.

Heya,
 
Try 'em out on this song: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Fu_ybhzHXI
 
Very best,

 

[Souji]

I had creases when I received my M50s as well. I have the OCD problem that you do. Haha! I sold mine, but from what I remember the creases gradually went away as I wore them.
 
No worriesss~

 

[tnt23]

That's quite common, even my W5000 have creases.

 

[Nerdboxer]

One more question and then I'll quit. I noticed putting them on today that the ear pads themselves have some play. Basically they feel loose and aren't glued down or anything. I assume this is for easy replacement, but wanted to double check that this was normal. Sorry for the questions, but I like to make sure everything is tip top before the return period ends.

 

[Optimus Praim]

It is normal don't worry..
I also find it really useful because i can rotate them upside down and change its pads position without taking them out first....

 

[Nerdboxer]

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It is normal don't worry..
I also find it really useful because i can rotate them upside down and change its pads position without taking them out first....

Thanks! I appreciate everyone tolerating my questions. This is my first pair of really nice headphones, and I still have a good bit to learn. This community has been very welcoming!

 

[Optimus Praim]

Stop worrying man you will ruin all your excitement..
Try to focus on enjoying them and feed them with high quality music because they are very analytical and unforgiving.....