The material does feel a little like paper, but it doesnt bother me. 4)The headphones are on a strange vertical slant. These are incredibly soft and comfortable. amazing I ordered these in a 7 and they fit perfect. They are usable but I have to walk carefully. Then they went non responsive. I also tried them on some 80s power ballads and 90s grunge, and they handled everything nicely. Right now I?m listening to music through the wire but I usually listen wirelessly and on my phone. They?re very warm.