I often forget that I have them on, so actually never noticed a clamping force as a negative. But I like that they are staying nicely fixed to my head. If you

I often forget that I have them on, so actually never noticed a clamping force as a negative. But I like that they are staying nicely fixed to my head. If you are not happy with how they feel I would send them back. Too much money for headphones you don't like to wear!