Best Over-Ear Headphones for Earpad noise

#1

Movement noise is generally low, though isolated units produced mild creaking or rattling when the cups rotated.

#2

One reviewer heard slight creaking during movement, but described it as minor.

#3

One reviewer noted earpad or fit-related walking noise and faint rustle as a limitation.

#4

Earpad or cup movement noise is a drawback in one review, which reports a soft thumping sound while running.

#5

Earpad heat and discomfort were raised in one review, which treated the fake leather as a comfort downside over longer wear.

#6

Mechanical or earpad-adjacent noise was a minor annoyance, including loud clicks or popping during use/folding.

#7

Earpad/body-borne noise was a notable negative for one reviewer, who heard footsteps and heartbeat-like sounds.

#8

One owner heard the drivers crinkle whenever head movement changed the pad seal, making an otherwise comfortable fit distracting.

#9

The hidden plastic beneath the earpads can sound and feel cheap when moved, weakening the otherwise premium impression.