The AKG 26 PEarpad headphones, more correctly called supra-aural ("on the ear") headphones, have fairly flat, small-to-mid-sized earpads that tend to rest against the outer part of the earlobes. This design provides a very comfortable, lightweight fit. Earpad headphones are available in both open and closed earcup constructions. The earpieces of earpad headphones come in a variety of sizes but basically fall into two general shapes: 'larger' in which the usually foam-material padded earpieces rest against the entire outside part of the ear [pinna]; and 'smaller' in which the earpieces are small enough to somewhat nestle into the folds and ridges of the earlobes. There are many, many of this type of headphone in all manner of construction designs, ergonomics, price, and audio fidelity.
For more information about earpad headphones visit our earpad headphone selection guide.

 

Earpad Headphones


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Koss KSC 75

Surprisingly good-sounding clip-on headphone; Perfect under beanies, hats & helmets.

4.0 out of 5

$19.99

$19.99

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Sennheiser HD 202

Excellent value with solid sound quality & isolation. Good sealed headphone for the price.

4.0 out of 5

$39.95

$39.99

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Sennheiser PMX 100

Street-wise looks and good sound from a neckband-style headphone

4.0 out of 5

$59.95

$44.99

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Grado iGrado Black

Cool Street-Style 'Neckband' Mobile Headphones for iPod, Laptops & MP3 players!

4.0 out of 5

$49.00

$49.00

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AKG K 27i

Deluxe iPod-Style Looks, In-Line Volume Control, Good Mobile Sound!

3.5 out of 5

$54.95

$49.95
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Sennheiser PX 100

Great Sound & Ergonomics, Fab Price; Must-Have Upgrade for Portables, iPods and iPhones.

5.0 out of 5

$69.95

$49.99

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Koss Porta Pro

Excellent inexpensive headphone: great sound, lightweight, good ergonomics, LIFETIME warranty.

4.5 out of 5

$49.99

$49.99

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DENON AH-D301K

Inexpensive But Strong Entry-Level Sealed/Closed Earcup Headphone

3.5 out of 5

$49.99

$49.99

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Sennheiser PMX 200

Hip street styling & ambient noise blocking in a 'neckband' headphone.

4.0 out of 5

$69.95

$51.49

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Sennheiser HDR 120

Get an extra headphone for your RS wireless sytem -- Because sharing your wireless experience is fun!

0.0 out of 5

$69.95

$59.95

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Sennheiser HD 218

Killer Entry-Level Portable Sealed Headphone. Amazing Price & Sound. iPhone Compatible.

4.0 out of 5

$79.95

$59.95

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Sennheiser HD 212 Pro

A Top Value in Sealed-Earcup Portable-Use Headphones.

4.0 out of 5

$89.95

$59.99

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beyerdynamic DT 235 Black

Clean-Toned Sealed-Back Portable-Use Headphone. Great Looks, Great Price.

4.0 out of 5

$79.00

$64.90

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Sennheiser EH 350

Superb Open-Earcup Choice at Nice Price. Clean Sonics, Well-Extended, Highly Efficient!

4.0 out of 5

$139.95

$69.99

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DENON AH-D501K

Excellent sealed headphone for the deep bargain hunter

3.5 out of 5

$69.99

$69.99

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Grado SR 60i

Lacks fashionista looks, but the standard for sound quality amongst inexpensive headphones.

5.0 out of 5

$79.00

$79.00

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Sennheiser HD 228

Excellent Audio Performance from Lightweight Portable Sealed Headphone. iPhone Ready!

4.0 out of 5

$99.95

$79.95

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Sennheiser RS 120

Good low-cost complete wireless headphone system. Includes base transmitter & headphones!

3.5 out of 5

$119.95

$89.95

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AKG K 81 DJ

Strong Performance from Well-Priced Portable-Use Sealed Headphone.

4.0 out of 5

$109.00

$89.99

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Grado SR 80i

Tighter & more neutral than SR60i, but benefit from a head-amp for most musicality.

4.0 out of 5

$99.00

$99.00

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Audio-Technica ATH-FC700A

Superb-Sounding Portable Sealed Headphones AND Nicely Inexpensive!

4.5 out of 5

$119.95

$99.95

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Sennheiser HD 238

Tremendous Sound Quality for Small Portable Open-Earcup Headphone.

4.5 out of 5

$139.95

$109.95

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DENON AH-D1001K

Small-Sized High Caliber Sealed Headphone. Incredible Price-to-Audio Performance Ratio. IN-STOCK!

5.0 out of 5

$149.99

$149.99
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Sennheiser HD 25-1-II

SENN's Best Sealed Headphone. Punchy Clarity & Secure Fit for Mobile Listeners, DJs, & Studio Work.

4.0 out of 5

$350.00

$199.99

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Grado SR 225i

Choice earpad open headphones with eye-blinking impact, punchy bass, clean highs!

4.5 out of 5

$200.00

$200.00

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DENON AH-NC732K

Perhaps The Best-Sounding Noise-Canceling Headphones. 100% iPhone Compatible!

4.0 out of 5

$299.99

$249.99

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Grado SR 325is

Extension on the SR225i with silver aluminum earpieces, stronger highs, and more bass flavor.

3.5 out of 5

$295.00

$295.00

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Audio-Technica ATH-ESW9A

Looks AND Sound to Swoon Over from Top Portable Sealed Headphone. ON SALE!

4.5 out of 5

$549.99

$299.99

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Grado RS 2i

Little brother of the RS-1i. Nearly as good, but less money!

4.0 out of 5

$495.00

$495.00

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Grado RS 1i

Amongst the best headphones for listening without a headphone amp.

4.5 out of 5

$695.00

$695.00