Mudder Headphone/Headset Ear Pad Replacement Compatible with Bose Around Ear AE1/ Triport 1 TP-1 Headphones

TL;DR Over all the fit and finish is very good, similar to the factory versions. For the money it’s a no-brained buy. Easy to install.An excellent value, easy to install. If you take your time it should take no more than 15 min. My ear pads also came with the replacement fabric ovals that fit on top of the driver.First step is to peak the old pads off. These are held on by a small plastic lip the is along the entire circumference of the pad. Note how it fits in, you’ll be reversing this step to re install the new pad.Second step is to peak off the old fabric, it’s held on by a sticking adhesive. I was able to scape off using my fingernail. You could take an extra step by cleaning off the rest with rubbing alcohol.Third step is to take the new ear pad and fabric out of the bag. Peel the backing off the adhesive tape already attached to the fabric. Note the two different sizes, the plastic base inside the headphones matches the shape of the adhesive tape. Press the fabric down, I didn’t see a difference between the left and right sides. Repeat on the other sideStep four is to snap in the pads. Place the pad on the oval plastic case and use your fingertips and/or fingernails to press down on just the edge, you’ll hear a slight “snap” when it seats. If you don’t hear that “snap” it isn’t on yet. Work your pad all the way around until it is installed. Repeat on the other side

Being new to this I had the mistaken thought that the holes on the back of the pads would be fitting into the pins in the rim of the ear cup. (Wrong) Another reviewer had the sage advice of slowly taking off the old pad and observing how it is held in. So those holes on the back of the pad are for the foam and pad to breath. The plastic ring on the new ear pad is getting “snapped” into place under all the pins around the ear cup. First I just gently pressed the ear pad all around the edge hearing some snaps. Then I systematically went around the edge using my thumbs to pull the pad towards the center exposing the pins-so that I could see which pins had yet to snap over the plastic rim. Once I figured that out it was very easy and pretty ingenious.The first photo shows the pad pulled back from the edge exposing tiny evenly spaced white pins. The 2nd photo I unhooked part of the edge of the headphone so that you can see snapped and unsnapped pins.

These replacement pads are just what I needed when the original ones literally disintegrated after being in storage for years. Although these are not as comfortable as the original ones, they do the job well. When I first got the package, there were NO instructions. I thought that there were some adhesives on the pad that I needed to peel back or something. Upon further reading from other reviewers, I saw my error. This was very simple to install. I feel as if I know have a brand new pair of Bose headsets to use with my mic setup for video calls.

UPDATE: These lasted 2.5 years before the glued seam came undone. I used these for about an hour a day practicing piano and have been comfortable for use. I had no hesitations buying another replacement from this brand, and over that 2.5 year the quality appears to remain the same.It is a quarter of the price of the name brand ones (which I've paid previously for replacements). As long as these last a year or two (which I'm sure they will) it will be a win. They easily snap in and replace the existing headpads. The mesh filter/cover replacement is a nice win too.

Great product. My original Bose ear pads were flaking due to dry rot or general wear after a few years. Purchased these replacements and it is as easy as snap the old worn pads off and snap the new ones in. That's it. Didn't have to use the foam replacement pieces that come shipped with the ear pads as the original foam pieces were still good. Price was great especially when you consider your original investment. People have commented about the comfort being slightly less than the originals but I travel a lot and wear them regularly and I have not noticed any difference in comfort. One last note: Make sure you order the proper replacements for your model as there is a difference between replacement sizes. Your model number should be on the plastic frame.

I have an old pair of Bose triport headphones that sound great, but the earpads basically crumbled and fell apart. I used them for a few years with just the foam, until the foam pad split from its base. Before throwing away the headphones I thought I'd check the internet for replacement pads. Triport are no longer listed on Bose's website but a quick search on amazon brought up a big list of options. I went with the Amazon recommendation and boy were they right. It's like a brand new pair of headphones. Super easy to install, and looks exactly like the original. Wondering why I didn't buy these years ago!

I bought the bose headphones about 10 yrs ago i know guys thats a long time ago, im not gonna lie i went outside in the rain and got my headphones wet and the pads tore the next day, i put the headphones away 10 yrs later i found my headphones stored away and i looked on amazon and saw they had the replacements, i bought these i did the same thing, took them out while it was raining same scenario and wow 1 mo later they are still good not worn out i recommend these a lot i hope i dont have to replace these but for that price i woudlnt mind purchasing again oh they were also very easy to install.

These lasted 2 1/2 years before the leather glued seam came unglued, exposing the foam within. Also, the leather surface touching your skin began to deteriorate and crumble. However, for the price, less than $10, they are still a good deal. Easy to put on.