![]() Before AT, Sony had popular models of similar design (hey, video guys need cans, too). The professional cans I used did not fold like those ATs, which have a design heritage going back to the Kudelski and Beyderdynamic headphones favored by the guys with the Nagras (film sound). Getting a good, tight ear cup seal isn't as easy as it seems, and in my experience the cans that sealed best were not particularly flexible - they depended more upon a tight, springy headband and a mechanical connection to the ear cups that had a minimum of "give." I suspect what Apple came up with will turn out to be far more durable/reliable. Might they have gone with a foldable design? Yes, but as someone who had a professional relationship with studio headphones for over 25 years. Now, what about foldability? Apple made certain decisions about the fit and design of the headphones. I think its aesthetic is at odds with the design of the object it encloses, but different strokes for different folks, right? there's something seductive about using an Apple product that shouts its identity to the world.ĭo I care for this particular Waterfield case? Not really. It doesn't offend me enough to want to spend money on an alternative and like those weird-looking original AirPods that nobody would ever be caught dead wearing. If I was flying regularly (as I used to), or if I was still recording concerts on location and these turned out to be suitable to the purpose? I suspect I'd stick with the original case. The cans would spend 99.99% of their time in my bedroom - no case required. ![]() Would I pay $100 to replace the original case? No, because my lifestyle these days is very sedentary. About the only thing I haven't read (yet) is, "Would Jony have approved those?" You think Apple's getting grief over the design of the case? Just imagine the noise if there had been no case at all. ![]() It's not conventional, so naturally, there are those who want something more typical.Īll headphones at that price point have to come with a case. A very interesting series of design decisions, including keeping the weight and bulk down by protecting only the ear cups and turning the headband into the carry handle. Is that original case quirky? You betcha. As soon as someone said, "Bra," there were guys who would have a really negative reaction to the original equipment case. ![]()
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