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As you can see, the earcups are the only real indicator that I've been using these heavily over the past six years. They went from daily to every other day, then back to daily and do on. Used them at work, then began using them at home more until I got my first pair of IEMs, then they stayed at home but I used them while working, writing, or just enjoying them while playing games or watching a show or etc.

I'm very impressed they've lasted so well! I bought them in 2017 but now there seems to be an issue with the connection of the right driver. It could be wiring, but I'm afraid to take it apart before I source a new pair.

There's a fuzzing, staticky type noise coming from the right ear, whether they're plugged in with the included cable or on Bluetooth.

Is it worth it to replace them with another pair of WH1000-XM(insert number here) or should I consider other brands? Please bear in mind that I am not in the US or EU and there is absolutely no return policy, nor can I order from Amazon or random Chinese stores as import taxes are unreasonable.

Thank you and happy listening!

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[–] redditlurker_1986@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Those cushions look just like they aged only a little. Wow. I mean I have to exchange cushions on my headphones like every single year because they just dont hold up.

[–] delusionalcookie@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

I keep a little packet of silica gel with them in their case. I know it's not airtight but the little packets are so cheap that I just swap them out every so often and keep them in every headphone or electronic device case that I do have. I'm not sure if this helps or not for longevity but I only use them when I'm sitting at my desk.

[–] stupigstu@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

I'm using misodiko fabric earpads, bought from AliExpress. I like them better than the faux leather ones.

[–] stupigstu@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm using misodiko fabric earpads, bought from AliExpress. I like them better than the faux leather ones.

[–] delusionalcookie@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

If I could solve the damn distortion problem I'd be so happy to just get new earpads.

[–] shrekalamadingdong@alien.top 1 points 1 year ago

Which is the best iteration of these headphones?

I have been using the XM3s for 5 years and they still work great.

[–] nottheengineer@feddit.de 1 points 1 year ago

I upgraded my XM1s to XM4s and was disappointed. You can't use LDAC when connecting multiple devices and the headphones need to reboot when switching modes. They also don't sound any better than the old ones and just have a slight advantage in comfort.

I'd say go look for something else.

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