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Search results reported 50 mm on Digitec and Galaxus listings, which were not opened. The maker pages do not state a driver size.","headband_type":"Headband cushions wrapped in velour","headband_material":"Headband cushions wrapped in velour"}},{"url":"https://www.ldlc.pro/fiche/PB00382857.html","kind":"retailer","accessed":"2026-10-10","fields":["foldable","headband_type","volume_control","charging_port"],"notes":{"foldable":"Retailer spec list says Foldable: no","headband_type":"Retailer spec list names a padded headband","volume_control":"Retailer spec list says no remote or in-line volume control","charging_port":"Retailer spec list says no wireless and no battery. 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