(My headphones=Akg-k240) First I have to say that it was difficult getting these on the headphones. I have a recording studio and I have done it many many times, but these were far more difficult than any I've ever encountered. Having said that, once I got them on they are wonderful. They are much softer than the original, and being real sheepskin leather, they will certainly last much longer. After only 2 years the old ones are cracking and drying up. They sit roughly the same height as the originals, but are much softer and give the same sonic characteristics as the originals. I have a tendency to wear them for many hours at a time, so it's important that they be comfortable, and these definitely are. I highly recommend these if you wear yours for extended periods. Just be careful and take your time putting them on.