This has resulted in almost zero hum / vibration noise being transmitted to the floor joists and has significantly quieted the unit down. The sole is padded well. I have tested it with "Thus Spake Zarathustra" by Strauss (great test of range) - it handles the volume transitions well. Took me 3 minutes of brainstorming to realize if I just flip the entire thing upside down and support the back with something, it works great! In addition to that, I can walk a whole floor away from my phone without losing the connection. That is really my only complaint and it seams they are glued on. He said they are very cushiony and comfortable. If youre buying these to be a cool guy then these are for you (5 starts) matches most polos. Comfortable enough. It is a tad bulky but I prefer that over really small stuff.