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Rough-Tangelo-2091 OP t1_jdoi2tx wrote

This is just a starting point to make my otherwise great sounding hifiman edition xs fit better, I think it helps a bit with the clamping issue too. I believe it helps because it is up about an inch on the sides of my head where the face gets wider. I also think the foam going down as far as it does helps with the weak clamping issue. Just have to keep experimenting to find a permanent solution. Any ideas on how to make it better?

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blorg t1_jdq5l9q wrote

I would suggest bending the metal arms inwards. Don't bend the top of the headband, extend them out and bend in the arms only. This increases clamp force.

I also have a headband cover similar to the Geekria, this helps a bit too by increasing the contact area but the bending was the larger effect.

Before they were ridiculously loose, now they are secure and very comfortable.

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Least-Researcher-184 t1_jdp8c5v wrote

If you don't like the feel of the zip ties maybe adhere the foam with double sided tape.

Otherwise you can experiment with different fabrics to wrap around the band to help with comfort, add extra cushioning and extra dimension for the right fit.

Then you can seal by sewing it in place or creating a tube of fabric which has drawstrings on each end to help secure it in place.

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Rough-Tangelo-2091 OP t1_jdpb2ot wrote

That is a darn good idea. I was thinking velcro, but I think double sided tape and then black fabric would be a lot better. Thank you, it is great belonging to this group.. you all are awesome. I am learning so much. You guys gave me an idea, I had black wristbands, covered it up nicely..

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IfTheGloveFits t1_jdpq7uf wrote

As someone who ripped and ruined the pleather layer of the cushioning on my old headphones, I would advise against any sort of tape usage. Velcro, on the other hand, seems like a better idea.

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