defean Maxwell Cushions - Cooling Gel Replacement Earpads Ear Cushion Compatible with Audeze Maxwell Headphones, Added Thickness, Noise Isolation Foam for Epic Gaming Sessions (Silky Fabric)

I have been using the Maxwell headset very heavily for over a year and a half. The stock pads would become very warm in a brief amount of time. I immediately ordered the Wicked Cushions pads when they became available to purchase. Those pads definitely helped when it came to less heat. I very recently purchased the Defean Silk pads, and I find them being much better in nearly every way compared to the stock and WC pads. They are noticeably lighter, much more comfortable and fit much better all around. These pads really feel as though I am not experiencing any clamping force, as well. The openings within the pads are also larger than the WC pads, which also helps with comfort. Overall, simply great quality. I don't get as much of a cooling sensation when compared to the WC pads. However, the cooling aspect on WC pads doesn't last long at all, and will become quite warm during long listening sessions. The Defean Silk pads simply feel neutral at all times, which is a good thing. I have never felt them getting warm in the least bit. Installation of the pads is very quick and easy. I am really surprised to see other reviewers complaining about this aspect. You only have to position the pads at a slight angle and then twist them counter-clockwise. I didn't have to use any sort of force to get them in to place. Installation took no more than 5 seconds for each pad. The pads are fully secured once properly installed. They are easy enough to remove, as well (clockwise turn). Maybe the others were trying to twist them clockwise during installation, which is definitely much more difficult and could pose damage. I am not noticing any difference towards sound quality. Obviously the sound is still amazing. When compared to the WC pads, your ears will be closer to the drivers. My ears don't touch the thin fabric in front of the drivers, but your mileage may vary. My only very slight con is how the packaging could be improved. The pads arrived in a basic, clear zip lock baggy. That's perfectly fine for ear pads, but the presentation could easily be better in a more professional manner. Since the Defean Silk pads have a very similar price point as the Wicked Cushions pads, then I highly recommend going with these. Their overall comfort, in literally every way, is such a big difference for the better.

I have not tried the wicked cushions for the maxwell because I didn't want to add even more weight and head clamp force. Just as a preface. The stock pads are fine. I probably could have survived with them. But pretty much every serious tech reviewer had non stock pads. Either deafen or wicked cushions. I picked these because I prefer a softer feel.... And boy do they deliver. The comfort difference is night and day. Not only are they nice and cool for a whole 8 hour shift of working from home, but they are comfy as heck against my head. They significantly improve the comfort levels of this beastly headset. The other thing they fix is that the stock earpads were too short and my big ass ears would rub against the plastic frame on the inside. Not a single issue with that here. Will they fix the headband hurting my head? No. Only time will do that, as it hurts a little less every week I wear them, but the new earpads definitely help. I can't say I noticed any significant difference in sound quality but I'll be perfectly honest... The comfort difference is so high the stock pads immediately went into a drawer to stay as a permanent backup in case something were to happen to these while the next pair is being shipped. If I had one single complaint about them... It would be that they were needlessly difficult to get on. I'm not really sure why but one side of them would refuse to slide in properly, so I had to fight with it a bit to get everything seated properly until locked in on the cup. But once they were in there... All has been well. They're not budging unless I remove them purposely. And I won't, until they eventually wear out. We will see how long that takes, they seem very well made and high quality. Absolutely highly recommended by yours truly, a random guy on the internet *thumbs up*

They fit my ears perfectly. I am able to wear my Maxwell's without taking them off now. The original Maxwell ear cups were a bit too small around my ears and created too much pressure. They were extremely easy to install. Used the exact same system as the original ear cups. They are extremely comfortable and you start to feel the cooling effects immediately. I definitely recommend these to anyone looking for cooling gel cups for the Maxwell's.

They are cool when initially put on and far more comfortable than the stock pads to my ears anyways. I'm definitely not an audiophile but didn't notice any huge difference in the way things sound. I've used them for several months now and they are holding up pretty well despite being worn an average of 12 hours per day 7 days a week since then. Would definitely purchase them again if necessary.

I recently upgraded my Maxwell headset with the Defean Cooling Gel Replacement Earpads, and the experience was largely positive. The swap was incredibly easy—simply remove the old earpads and snap these new ones into place. The fit was perfect and didn't require any additional adjustments. The cooling gel feature is a nice touch, providing a comfortable and slightly cooler sensation compared to standard earpads. However, while they do offer some relief, they don't completely eliminate warmth during extended use. They still get a bit warm over time, but not as much as the originals. Overall, these earpads are a solid upgrade, offering easy installation and enhanced comfort with the cooling gel. If you're looking for a simple way to refresh your headset with a bit of extra comfort, these earpads are a great choice. Just keep in mind that while they help with heat, they won't completely resolve it.

Nice quality. Fixes the issue with inner ear space as the space is wider, longer and deeper. I can finally use it for a longer than 30 minutes sessions. As the ear drums distance to the drivers is longer, you do loss some volume (i would say, about 10%) but what's the point of having a perfect sound if u can't wear them? Thanks.

Go with wicked cushions instead. These have a bigger opening making space for your ear to rest on the driver. Uncomfortable and probably not safe

I bought these to compare to the original and Wicked Cushions earpads. The original ear pads are great but start hurting my ears after an hour or two of gaming. The wicked cushions on the other hand offer more depth than the original but weren't as plush and added too much weight to an already heavy headset. With the defean cushions it has the same cooling effect as the wicked cushion but isn't as heavy, So I can use them without any issues for multiple hours. I also don't notice any difference in sound quality, Everything still sounds crisp and just as good. I'd recommend them if you have issues with comfort on the original earpads.

These pads are extremely comfortable and allow some space between your ears and the drivers. The cold factor is nice but it doesn't stay super cool for a long time. Highly recommend it, these are worth it

Le casque n' est pas prévu pour les grandes tête et sa n' a pas arrangé mon problème

Loved the spund quality, they are great if you have the right ear shape and size

Ho preso questi cuscinetti in gel per le mie Audeze Maxwell dopo aver cominciato a sentire troppo calore con quelli originali durante lunghe sessioni di gaming. Sono rimasto piacevolmente sorpreso! Il tessuto setoso è davvero piacevole a contatto con la pelle, non fa sudare e il gel rinfrescante aiuta a mantenere una temperatura più stabile anche dopo ore. Lo spessore aggiuntivo migliora anche l’isolamento acustico, rendendo l’esperienza più immersiva. PRO: ✅ Gel rinfrescante efficace: non senti le orecchie bollire dopo 2 ore di gioco ✅ Comfort migliorato, anche per chi porta occhiali ✅ Tessuto morbido e piacevole sulla pelle ✅ Facili da installare, compatibilità perfetta con le Audeze Maxwell CONTRO: ❌ Leggermente più ingombranti degli originali: cambiano un po’ la sensazione “fit” ❌ Prezzo non bassissimo, ma giustificato dalla qualità e dal comfort offerto Se usi le Maxwell per molte ore al giorno, soprattutto in ambienti caldi o per gaming intensivo, questi cuscinetti sono un vero upgrade. Consigliatissimi per chi cerca comfort e performance.

The silk fabric versions feel very comfortable and help the headset sit better on my head vs the stock. I hadn't realised until putting these on that the stock pads were also heating me up a significant bit, so the cooling gel is a very welcome addition. Great bit of kit, and very easy to replace due to the headsets turn and detach mechanism. Would recommend.