So, they were a real hit with him as a Birthday gift! Dad jokes. Our 4yr old wore these for two weddings and they were gorgeous on! Although, nothing prevents the owner from simply bolting on a self cut wood base if they want. Input microphones are covered in a protective metal mesh that sits flush with the plane of the earphone cup, which is a great design. So if that?s what you need, get non usb mics and invest in a mixer of some kind. I just put them on today and noticed that all of the solid beads are changing to white. The reinforced toe and heal areas is not paint or glue--it is reinforced fabric that looks better and last longer. How ever he wore them 2 DAYS and the bottom sole detached from the shoe ! Plus the bonus of getting tons of compliments.