Good headset for those with glasses

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Igloo

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This may seem like an odd topic, but I can't seem to find a good over the ear headset that doesn't hurt my ears because I wear eyeglasses. I feel like I'm missing out on these Turtlebeach type headphones with built-in surround sound because of my damn eyesight.
My vision is bad enough that gaming without glasses isn't even an option. To give you an idea of what happens when I wear these type of headphones is that the earphones push against my ears (obviously) which puts pressure on my frames, causing pain on my ears and even bending my frames a little.
I suppose new frames might be a fix, but can't afford right now. Anyone have any suggestions? Do they make headphones with the eyeglasses wearer in mind?
 
Pretty sure you just can't wear headsets, so instead you could just use like a usb and ear buds set up.
 
I'd suggest looking at Turtle Beach PX21 series. It works pretty good, has good sound quality and voice chat quality (with the options to prioritize the game or chat audio and a nice switch to disable the mic), is relatively comfortable even if you do wear glasses. It also works on PS3/4, PC and 360. So it's relatively versatile. 

Though they're a bit more expensive than a regular pair of headphones so look out for that. ($80 instead of like $20 for a cheap pair.) And watch out for the fact that Turtle beach can be somewhat fragile. They are often prone to breaking, even if you treat them absolutely perfectly. (So if you can, get the warranty because you'll probably need it.)

I know some shops like Gamestop sometimes have sections where you can try headsets on to see if you like them. So it may be worth looking into that to see if you like how they feel. (Though these tend to be the more expensive versions, like the PX51 or PX22 or DP11.)

I'd also recommend the Sony Pulse headset too since they're even more comfortable than the PX21s (and wireless to boot)... But they're also about $100 for the regular version and $150 for the elite version (the elite version also works with the Vita too on top of the PS3/4 and PC). 

I've never had a chance to try out other brands so I'm not too sure on them though. I've heard Astros tend to be rather loud though so if you have more sensitive hearing then you may want to watch out for that (and be ready to turn the volume down...)
 
I don't think Sony Headset's will help too much because I feel like there would be a lot of pressure from the ears because I don't even wear glasses and the headset can start hurting randomly though they are one of the most comfortable headsets I've had. I know some turtle beaches are a bit more 'loose' like they don't go too hard on your ears and Turtle beach may be a good idea. I would suggest to do what the above post said and go take a visit to Game Stop or Bestbuy and try on their headsets they have available and see what works with you and your glasses if any. 
 
I don't know a certain brand or anything, but you could maybe try the headsets that go around the back of your head and then over your ears. The way they are set up, they kind of sit parallel to your glasses and shouldn't hurt your ears or the frames. I personally use the VST Surround Sound Sony wireless headphones and they are great and all but even with me not wearing glasses they are pretty tight and hurt after a while.
 
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