Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 Replacement Ear Pads — Black Textile Variant 2

About this pair

Replace worn Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 replacement ear pads black v2 with black textile ear pads made for a focused refresh of your listening setup. The breathable fabric is intended for longer listening, while the matching-pair format keeps the replacement consistent from side to side. is identified as the variant-2 black textile revision, so compare the pad you remove before ordering.

Features

• Get breathable listening for longer sessions: the black textile ear pads use breathable fabric for longer listening.
• Refresh the intended headphone setup: these black textile ear pads for Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 are named for the HDR165 and RS165 family in this listing.
• Keep the variant clear: the Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 ear pads kit is, identified as the alternate aftermarket cloth revision called variant 2.
• Replace both sides consistently: the matching-pair format provides the two ear pads needed for a side-to-side textile replacement.
• Use a direct installation process: remove the old cushion, seat the new textile rim, and confirm the mount against the worn part.
• Choose a practical travel replacement: Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 ear pads for travel and commuting use the same black textile construction intended for longer listening.

Use cases

Choose these RS165 textile variant-2 pads when the existing ear pads are worn and the replacement you need matches the black textile variant-2 listing. They are suited to the listening situations named for this product, including travel and commuting or comfortable ear pads for Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 on flights.

The alternate cloth is also described as second-revision fabric cushions. If you are comparing a worn pad with an alternate cloth RF spare or looking for a black fabric v2 hygiene replacement, compare the outline and lip before ordering. The original name adds “2” after the black textile RS165-family pads, so the worn part should match the variant-2 listing.

For model checking, HDR165–195 and RS165–195 are named in the compatibility information. Confirm the worn cup before ordering, and do not assume RS160 cups. This product is an aftermarket black fabric replacement unless a listing specifically says OEM.

Installation and replacement guidance

Installation is centered on the part already in your headphones. Remove the old cushion, then seat the new textile rim and confirm the mount on the worn part. Matching the outline and lip is the key check when you are deciding whether this variant is the correct replacement. If you are unsure between this listing and, compare the pad you remove: keep when the worn part matches the variant-2 listing.

This approach helps avoid ordering by model name alone. The FAQ names HDR165–195 and RS165–195, but it also directs buyers to confirm the worn cup rather than assume RS160 compatibility. Use the existing pad as the reference for the shape, lip, and mount before fitting the replacement pair.

Why choose this replacement

These ear pads are made for the outcome buyers need from a spare part: replacing worn cushions with a matching black textile pair and restoring breathable fabric for longer listening. The product description identifies the part as a black textile replacement for Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 ear pads, and identifies this particular variant.

The variant information is especially important when comparing similar textile listings. Variant 2 is an alternate aftermarket cloth revision, not an OEM part designation. Check the worn pad against the listing before purchase, especially if is also under consideration. This keeps the selection tied to the actual pad outline and lip rather than relying only on a model label.

What is in the box

The shipment is a matching pair of black textile replacement ear pads,.

Ready to replace worn cushions? Order the Sennheiser HDR165 RS165 Replacement Ear Pads — Black Textile Variant 2 for breathable fabric and a matching pair. The item ships across the US.