Sennheiser PC 160 SK Ear Pads & Ear Cushions – PU Leather or Velour
🎧 Replacement Ear Pads for Sennheiser PC 160 SK – PU Leather or Velour
Are the ear pads on your Sennheiser PC160SK flat, cracked or just uncomfortable after long hours of gaming, calls and desk work? A fresh pair of ear pads (ear cushions) brings back the comfort and the clean look of your PC headset. Choose easy-clean PU leather or breathable velour.
Sold as a pair (left + right). Quick installation, no special tools.
🎧 Sennheiser PC 160 SK (PC160SK) | 🖤 PU leather or ☁️ velour | 🎮 Gaming · calls · desk work | 📦 1 pair (L + R)
⚡ Order in 30 seconds
- Check your headset: Sennheiser PC 160 SK. Other Sennheiser PC headsets have their own ear pads.
- Pick your material: PU leather for easy cleaning, velour for a breathable feel.
- Add the pair (left + right) to your cart.
📑 On this page
🧭 PU leather or velour? Pick by how you use the headset
Both options fit your PC160SK the same way. Only the cover changes.
🖤 PU leather
- Smooth, wipes clean in seconds
- A closed surface that supports bass and a steady seal
- Clean, professional look
Best for shared desks, calls and easy maintenance.
☁️ Velour
- Soft and breathable
- Cooler on the skin in long sessions
- A more open, relaxed feel
Best for long gaming sessions and warm rooms.
| Criterion | 🖤 PU leather | ☁️ Velour |
|---|---|---|
| Comfort | Smooth, supportive | Soft, breathable |
| Heat | Can feel warmer | Stays cooler |
| Seal and bass | Tighter seal | More open feel |
| Cleaning | Wipe with a damp cloth | Brush or vacuum gently |
⭐ Why Sennheiser PC 160 SK ear pads wear out
A PC headset like the Sennheiser PC160SK is used for hours at a time: gaming, voice chat, online meetings, music at the desk. The ear pads (also called ear cushions or earpads) are pressed against your head, warmed up and exposed to sweat and skin oil every session. They are a wear part, so the foam flattens and the cover ages long before the speakers or the microphone do.
When that happens, comfort drops, the headset sits less steadily and the contact around your ears gets uneven. Replacing the ear pads is the simplest way to bring the headset back without buying a new one.
Looking for PC160SK ear pads, Sennheiser PC 160 SK ear cushions, PC 160 SK earpads or PC160SK replacement pads? You are on the right page.
🎧 Made for PC160SK
Designed for the Sennheiser PC 160 SK.
🔀 Two materials
PU leather or velour.
🛋️ Fresh padding
Softer contact around the ears.
📐 Stable fit
Helps the headset sit the same way each session.
🎮 Long sessions
Comfort for gaming and calls.
🧼 Cleaner surface
A fresh, more hygienic feel.
🔧 Quick to fit
A few minutes, no special tools.
♻️ Repair, don't replace
Keep working headsets in use.
📖 Ear pads, ear cushions, earpads: same thing?
Yes. People search for the same part in many ways. For your Sennheiser PC160SK, all of these mean the cushions around your ears:
the most common term
same part, different word
one-word spelling
general wording
new ones to swap in
the headset type
the two cover options
the model name, two spellings
🩺 Signs your PC 160 SK ear pads need replacing
📉 Flat padding
The cushion no longer springs back.
🩹 Cracked, peeling or frayed
The cover splits, flakes or wears through.
😣 Sore ears
Discomfort builds up after an hour or two.
↔️ Uneven fit
The headset sits differently on each side.
🥵 Heat build-up
Ears feel hot in long sessions.
🔊 Weaker bass
A loose seal lets low notes escape.
👃 Lingering smell
Sweat has soaked into the cushions.
✅ Headset still works
Only the ear pads need replacing.
🧪 The 3-step ear pad check
- Press: push your thumb into a pad and release. If the dent stays, the padding is spent.
- Feel: run your fingers around the ring. Hard spots or lumps mean it has broken down.
- Look: check seams and edges for cracks, peeling or fraying.
📌 Compatibility: PC 160 SK and the Sennheiser PC series
These replacement ear pads are designed for the Sennheiser PC 160 SK, also written PC160SK. Sennheiser's PC range has many similar-looking headsets, so check the name on your headset before ordering. The models below have their own ear pads.
| Your headset | Ear pads |
|---|---|
| Sennheiser PC 160 SK | You are on this page ✅ |
| Sennheiser PC 161 | Sennheiser PC 161 ear pads (memory foam) |
| Sennheiser PC 350 | Sennheiser PC 350 ear pads |
| Sennheiser PC 360 | Sennheiser PC 360 velour ear pads |
⚠️ Important: please check your exact headset model before ordering. These ear pads are designed for the Sennheiser PC 160 SK.
How to find your Sennheiser model name
- Check the headband or the ear cups: "PC 160 SK" is usually printed there.
- Look at the original box or manual.
- Check your invoice or order history.
🔊 Fit, seal and sound: what new ear pads change
Ear pads set how the headset sits and how evenly it touches your ears. When they are worn, the contact becomes uneven, comfort drops and the sound can feel less consistent. Fresh pads restore the fit and the seal, which supports comfort and a steadier listening experience.
Good to know
- PU leather forms a tighter seal and velour feels more open. Small differences between the two are normal.
- Results vary with head shape, glasses and how you wear the headset.
- Ear pads are wear parts and do not change the speakers or the microphone.
🎮 Gaming, calls and desk work
🎮 Gaming
A comfortable fit through long sessions.
🗣️ Voice chat
Hours of conversation without sore ears.
📹 Online meetings
A tidy headset on camera.
🎵 Music and video
Everyday listening at your desk.
👤 Who is it for?
🎮 PC gamers
Fresh pads for long sessions.
💼 Office and remote workers
Comfortable through long calls.
☎️ Call-center and support teams
Renew worn pads without replacing the headset.
🎓 Students and teachers
Comfort through long online classes.
🧼 Hygiene-conscious
Fresh pads keep the headset clean.
🕰️ Long-time owners
Give a trusted headset a second life.
🌱 Eco-minded
Repair instead of replacing the whole headset.
💸 Budget-conscious
A fraction of the cost of a new headset.
🔧 Installation guide
Work gently and evenly. No special tools are needed.
- Lay out a clean surface with a soft cloth.
- Note left and right before removing the old ear pads.
- Remove the old ear pads gradually all the way around, without sudden pulling.
- Wipe the mounting area to clear dust and old residue.
- Align the new ear pad with the ear cup.
- Press evenly around the edge until fully seated.
- Repeat on the other side.
- Check the result: no wrinkles, no lifted edges, two identical pads.
🧯 If something looks off
- A pad sits crooked: check left / right and reposition it flat.
- A wrinkle shows: lift that spot, smooth it and press it back gradually.
- An edge pops up: remove it and press again around the full edge.
- Old foam bits remain: dry-wipe the mounting area before refitting.
💡 Myths and facts
Myth: "My PC headset is uncomfortable, so it needs replacing."
Fact: Very often just the ear pads are worn, and they are quick and affordable to replace.
Myth: "Changing ear pads takes special tools."
Fact: You remove the old ones and press the new ones on evenly, with no special tools.
Myth: "Velour and PU leather feel the same."
Fact: Velour is softer and cooler, PU leather is smoother and easier to clean.
Myth: "I can replace just the worse side."
Fact: Both sides age together. A matching pair keeps the fit balanced.
Myth: "All Sennheiser PC headsets use the same ear pads."
Fact: The PC 160 SK, PC 161, PC 350 and PC 360 differ. Always match your exact model.
📋 Compatibility & specifications
- Compatible model: Sennheiser PC 160 SK (PC160SK)
- Product type: replacement ear pads / ear cushions (wear part)
- Cover options: PU leather or velour
- Quantity: 1 pair (1 left + 1 right)
- Use: gaming, calls, online meetings, music at the desk
- Installation: quick, no special tools
- Care: PU leather: barely damp cloth. Velour: brush or vacuum gently.
- Not included: the headset
📦 What's in the order
You receive one pair of ear pads (left and right) in the material you choose. The headset is not included.
✔️ Before you order
- My headset is the Sennheiser PC 160 SK.
- I picked PU leather or velour.
- The order covers both sides (L + R).
- My headset works: only the ear pads are worn.
⚠️ Easy mistakes
- Ordering for a PC 161, PC 350 or PC 360 by mistake.
- Replacing only one ear pad.
- Pulling the old pad off in one go.
- Soaking velour or using strong solvents.
🧼 Care and lifespan
- PU leather: wipe with a barely damp cloth, no solvents or strong alcohol.
- Velour: brush or vacuum gently, spot-clean stains and don't soak the fabric.
- Let them dry before putting the headset away.
- Clean regularly to limit sweat and skin oil build-up.
- Hang the headset on a stand so the cushions aren't crushed.
- Avoid hot cars, long sun exposure and heat sources.
- Replace both pads when wear or discomfort shows up.
♻️ Repair, don't replace
New ear pads for the Sennheiser PC 160 SK are the simplest way to bring a PC headset back to comfort. You save money and keep a working product out of the bin.
❓ FAQ: Sennheiser PC 160 SK ear pads
Do these ear pads fit the Sennheiser PC160SK?
Yes, they are designed for the Sennheiser PC 160 SK. Still, check the name on your headset before ordering.
Are ear pads, ear cushions and earpads the same thing?
Yes. They are different names for the same part: the cushions around your ears. "Headset cushions" and "replacement pads" mean the same too.
PU leather or velour: which should I choose?
PU leather is smooth, wipes clean and forms a tighter seal. Velour is softer and more breathable, which suits long sessions and warm rooms.
Do the two materials sound different?
Slightly. PU leather gives a tighter seal, and velour a more open feel. Small differences from your old pads are possible.
Do they fit the Sennheiser PC 161, PC 350 or PC 360?
No. Those headsets have their own ear pads, linked in the compatibility table. Always match your exact model.
Are these original Sennheiser ear pads?
No. They are compatible replacement ear pads.
Why do PC headset ear pads wear out?
They are pressed against your head for hours and exposed to heat, sweat and skin oils. Over time the padding flattens and the cover cracks, peels or frays.
When should I replace my ear pads?
When they are flat, cracked, peeling, frayed or uncomfortable, or when the headset sits unevenly.
Are they comfortable for long gaming sessions?
Fresh padding spreads pressure around your ears, and velour stays cooler if you get hot ears.
Will they improve sound quality?
They restore the fit and the seal, which supports comfort and a steadier sound compared with worn pads. They don't change the speakers.
How do I replace Sennheiser PC 160 SK ear pads?
Remove the old pads gradually, wipe the mounting area, align the new ones and press them on evenly around the edge. The guide above covers every step.
Do I need tools?
No special tools. Work gently and evenly.
Should I replace both ear pads?
Yes. Both sides wear at the same rate, and a matching pair keeps the fit balanced.
How do I clean them?
PU leather: wipe with a barely damp cloth. Velour: brush or vacuum gently and spot-clean stains. Skip solvents and strong alcohol.
My headset still works. Is it worth changing only the pads?
Yes, that is the ideal case. You keep a working headset and renew only the worn part, at a fraction of the cost of a new one.
How long do replacement ear pads last?
It depends on how many hours you wear them, how much you sweat and how you store and clean them. Regular cleaning helps preserve them.
What is included in the order?
One pair of ear pads (left and right) in your chosen material. The headset is not included.
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