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-Ear Enclosing Phones-
As we have seen, some headphones sit lightly on the ear while others are designed to enclose it. Models that rest thomann upon the ear are not as secure as those whose pads encircle the ear, so they may not be suitable for musicians who thrash about when playing; however, they are usually less expensive. Ear enclosing models thomann distribute pressure on a larger area of the head and provide a more secure fitting since the ears themselves can help prevent them from sliding off, but they are usually heavier and more expensive.