It?s not super solid but solid enough for the job. Sound quality is good, but not great for the price. This sole is so completely different from the Cage 3 that I could never find my footing as naturally as I did with the Cage 3s. The earpieces feel re-assuringly solid but well machined. For the price paid, Im going to have to return these. GREAT FOR THE PRICE Ambient hiss was not very noticiable and the mics picked up from a very respectable distance. Also, these may not slip in standard environments but in a busy kitchen they slip. Returning this cartoon dress. I did the research and read the reviews and for the money this kept coming out on top or near the top.