BandZ A50 - Upgraded Headband Replacement Kit for Astro A50 Gen 4, Gen 5, & A50X by Wicked Cushions | Enhanced Comfort, Style & Easy Installation | Black

Long gaming sessions used to be a struggle due to the localized pressure of the default Astro A50 headband. I used to think modding a headset was unnecessary, but this replacement pad is a game-changer. It eliminates the sharp discomfort I used to feel after a few hours, allowing me to play without distraction. It’s a subtle physical change with a massive impact on performance. Plus, installation is simple if you follow a YouTube guide.

I found this headband to fit well and to be quite comfortable. my headset is the A50 3rd Gen and I’m often on “kid patrol” while gaming. So I have one cup pulled off my right ear. With the oem headpad the plastic dug into the top of my skull and after a couple hrs wasn’t painful, but not comfortable. This pad fixed that issue and I do kinda like the camo pattern on them. The material also seems to absorb less perspiration and oil from my hair. Always a plus.

Absolutely great, worth the money, easy to install, looks awesome, and feels great

First things first, the old insert was a PAIN to get out. I felt like I was going to break my headset so I almost gave up and returned this. After a quick Reddit search I found some info to make it possible to remove the old pad. Anyway, this one wasn’t super comfortable off rip but has softened up and has become really nice on the dome. The old pad got pretty unbearable after a few hours so this one ultimately solved my problem. I will say though that the over the top packaging and price left me a little underwhelmed. The actual piece looks pretty low quality and the fit and finish is subpar. You can see in my attached pic that the edges are a little rough and it’s just cheap plastic and foam. It honestly looks like a $5 product and makes more sense to have it priced at $10. All that said I’m happy with my purchase as long as it holds up and would recommend in the future.

I bought these with also the earpad cushions and boy let me tell you, these things change everything about how my astro a50's feel. The stock pads are okay, but I had a few pressure points on my ears after 2 hours of gaming which is perfectly normal. However, with these I forget I have my astros on. I would say the only con of these is that yes, the sound will change. However, I really recommend that you look up GadgetryTech on Youtube, he talks about the Wicked Cushions and sound profile and even gives a EQ that completely changes the sound in a good way. I play competitive FPS games and with his EQ I could hear everything if not even better because these lock in the sound. So if the sound change is holding you back I would say give them a try and look up his EQ. Sound is subjective so it might be different but for me I could still hear footsteps and I could also enjoy music with my astros now.

This Wicked Cushions headband upgrade made a big difference! My Astro A50X feels way more comfortable now no more pressure on the top of my head during long gaming sessions. The materials feel premium and more durable than the stock band. Install was easy, and it fits perfectly. Great value for anyone looking to make their headset more comfortable and long-lasting. Highly recommend!

Got this as a replacement for the cushion that fell off of my boyfriend's headphones during a move. The old one was lost in the void, and could not be found. Instal was quick, and he's back to gaming with no issues.

Works great. Comforting on the head. Just wish someone would make the top head pad thicker so it doesn’t flatten

10x Better than the original head cushion. Does not wear out after long periods of wear. Its thick enough so the hard plastic of the headset no longer touches your head. Highly recommend as an upgrade.

Un peu compliqué à installer mais le confort est là, pas différent de celui de base mais semblera durer plus longtemps car légèrement plus épais (Astro a50x)

Leicht zu wechseln und sitz sehr angenehm

Past niet op mijn oudere versie van de Astro A50 jammer genoeg. Levering en verpakking OK

Very good over the stock just the top part of the thing is black woulda been good if it was White to blend in with my white a50x but that all