I previously owned two pairs of Vic Firth isolation headphones (wired) so I'm sued to their tightness which can hurt if you're wearing glasses like me. I also often had issues with the cable getting pulled while playing drums. This new pair has completely solved that problem! Additionally, I needed something to block out the horrible and loud spinning class music at the gym, and these headphones did the trick. While the sound quality is average (but good), my main goal was to achieve peace and silence. These headphones isolate noise much better than the Behringer DH100, which were already quite effective, but wired. If you're looking for ear protection on a plane, these are the best choice—you won't hear people talking even if they're right next to you. It's incredible! These headphones provide indispensable ear protection for construction workers and anyone dealing with loud environments.