The one I am replacing maybe 4 years old but only used it no more than 2 weeks total assuming I am using it around the clock. - the hole to adjust the height/ length was on the wrong side (should be in the front) it?s at the side. I?ll try the smaller size. Expensive and stopped working reliably a few months after buying. now I can. I can barely stand to have those in my ear for more than 10 or 15 minutes. I also received a ring holder as a gift along with my purchase, which I thought was pretty cool. The sound quality of the headset is very good. This game is wonderfully designed and a blast to play. On that note, these headphones are quite comfortable.