I have used them a couple times but I took care of them as you can tell. I put them back on the original case (which is plastic I don't think it's meant to keep) after use & I have kept them in my purse ever since I got them so the plastic case is scratched up which like I said I think that's meant to be thrown away anyways. I have 2 Sets of rubber ear pieces also. I like them and they sound great but I have had them for months and only remember using them maybe 3 times. I'm just not really into headphones. To be honest They sound amazing but as far as brand and all that if that's what you go for... my bf bought them from the 7 eleven gas station for $19.99 I do believe. Anyways I'll let them go for $5