Even the aspects that remain hidden should be done beautifully - a great carpenter isnt going to use lousy wood for the back of a cabinet just because it isnt seen (how many CEOs behave like that as opposed to finding cost-cuts?). I will also say compared to the 14" wraps, since they are not elastic the velcro always attaches exactly where it should. I wear FitFlop as my slippers. Receipients are still raving about the sound quality and build quality. Too big for my briefcase. There are no visible defects anywhere, not even unmixed plastics or rough spots on the foam. The hooks are like super duty bra hooks. Very solid, strong, easy to put together and easy to attach to wall. Es cómoda y se ve muy bien These tiny things I plug in my ears have freed me up to go out at times I would not normally go out.