What is the difference between an open and a closed ear cup?
An open ear cup provides a more hear-through, airy sound while a closed one delivers deeper bass response. Most commonly, a closed ear cup is paired with a closed (circumaural) vinyl or leatherette ear cushion for maximum isolation while listening and an open ear cup is paired with a foam ear cushion for greater sound transparency.
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