i be surprise to say the least . i be and always will be a avid Sennheiser fan . imo they make the best and they should always be the benchmark for the average user . -lrb- not professional studio user . . but someone who have a few $ $ to spend -rrb- so with that say - i be happy to see two option for the ear cover . while the leather be nice , i prefer the cloth sometimes . i use the leather if i be on the treadmill as its much easier to clean . the weight and balance of these be just right and seem to fit my head just fine with minor adjustment . the longest ive go wear these be only 3 hour . . but i didnt experience any ` ear cramp ' that i can with other headphone . the sound quality be superb . i do the video game test and it handle it very well ... it give a similated surround experience and offer incredible bass . very happy to have these . give em a try .