Drop x Sennheiser HD 58X VS HD 6XX: Gamers Review

HD58X or HD6XX?? Both amazing open back headphones - which one is best for gaming?
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[@davidf7076]

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[@davidf7076]

Have 58x headphones, is it even worth it to upgrade to the 6xx?

[@davidf7076]

And guess it won't sound different, thanks for the review!

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[@owl2309]

I've used the 6xx on my pc setup without an Amp and they sounded phenomenal so if you're wanting to get the 6xx's but don't have enough money for an Amp atm you can get those headphones, it just won't be super duper clear when your wanting to blast your ear drums out. Listening to stuff at normal level and mid-high range sounds really, really good. Can't reccomend enough.

[@omjviper5835]

Its a bit late, but do you think without an amp it would still be very good for gaming? Ive been using steelseries 7 for a while and want a new headset and i really dont like what " gaming" headphones atm nothing seems really better than my steelseries.

[@liiou4445]

@@omjviper5835 you dont really need an amp as long as the headphone reaches a reasonable volume, which the 6xx will do with the amp in your computer

[@Zenbeau]

@@liiou4445 what about with a PS5? will it be enough without a amp?

[@HeyNavi]

@@omjviper5835 go with the 58x if you haven’t already bought the 6xx. I have both but the 6xx is terrible for gaming be cuz of its poor imaging. Not to say it’s a bad headphone. It amazing for music, movies and entertainment and for casual games but definitely not for competitive fps games. 58x while the sound stage is similar, it has very good imaging, seperation, layering, and depth and you can tell where things are with the “small” soundstage provided. Quotation marks on small because it’s small for open back headphone but definitely wider than any closed back headphones and still sounds spacious.

[@PartyMusic775]

​@@HeyNavi Not wider than closed-back Beyerdynamics DT-770 250. Price and sound quality on that and HD58X are very very close. For anyone considering which of those to get, here are the pros and cons: DT770: closed-back means sound isolation, none gets in or out; better soundstage, better sub-bass, crispier sparkly treble. HD58X: more neutral tuning, more organic natural sound, micro-slightly better detail resolution?, non-fatiguing cozy romantic feel to the music. If you put a gun to my head to pick one for my ONLY headphones I'd really hesitate but maybe pick the 58X, but that's just based on me slightly preferring that cozy organic natural. The 58X really shine at classic rock. With that said, an interesting variant is to go for planars like Hifiman HE400 series or Sundara or HE560 if you've got a little more money. They are slightly less lush than the two dynamics mentioned, especially the 58X. But the better soundstage and detail are an impressive notch up in those areas. As in "wow".

[@Jaypher]

Watched this with my HD 58X Jubilee's. Not disappointed at all.

[@morbue7575]

same here and i like my 58x a lot more then my 6xx

[@dayneellison3533]

I bought 2 no lie 😂 I need to make better decisions

[@Dracs_Brood]

Got my 650's here and they are great!

[@JustinThompson]

I use my 580x with a GSX 1000. I'm happy with the results although I don't have another amp to compare.

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Bokyu How is the sound leak on these?

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[@badseedtech]

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[@blindsay]

Great video, Owned a pair of the 650's years ago and recently picked up the 58X, cant go wrong with either set here but I am definitely happy with the 58X's

[@GSekong]

Which do you reach for more?

[@patrickmoney1894]

I wish I found this video sooner because I would have had answers to some questions that I spent a lot of time researching. I bought the hd58x yesterday. You also saved me a few bucks because I was about to by the wrong extension cord. Great video.

[@davidvillatoro3688]

Loved the review . been wondering the same thing about these two headphones you Convinced me to order the mayflower objective 2 amp for my hd6xx before thinking of getting the hd58x

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[@badseedtech]

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[@MichaelSamuelson99]

Used the affiliate link for the 6xx. Thank you for your vids they have helped with clarity for keebs, mice, and audio. Keep up the great work!

[@rjkral]

Solid, awesome review!! Great style and to the point presentation! Super good explanation to folks explaining the ohm factor especially. Well done! I got the 58x, extremely happy!

[@chrisfuentes5801]

Do you still have them after 2 years? Did it break so easily and how long u had them before it broke?

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[@c3kile]

just got a pair of the 58x jubille in the mail today, and my m-audio solo is more than enough to run it. absolutly love these things. as my first open back headset i am absolutly in love, you couild even say im in jubilation

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[@thekillergamer64]

You made the decision clear for me to buy the 58x. Haven't been disappointed with them at all! Amazing headphones.

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Really interested in the comparison with the GSP 500 and how they work with the GSX 1000. Nice vid!

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I'm really glad you decided to start listing the earcup dimensions. You're now my favorite reviewer for future headsets. Have you ever used the Lucid Sound LS35x/31/41?

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[@stefanopietrantoni7600]

Great Content, keep it up!. Also I'm looking forward to watch your next video as I currently have the 58x with the gsx1000 and it sounds great, but i think maybe there could exist a better amp/dac for the 58X, even for gaming purposes.

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[@WaRRioRofLight.]

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[@JBSauce]

Excellent review Brian! My 58X is finally coming in either today or tomorrow. And now the rabbit-holing really begins, because I might need a DAC to get the most out of these. But my setup is PC audio out (3.5mm) to my Technics stereo receiver, and my headphones plug into that. There's plenty of amplification for sure, but I don't know if adding a DAC will improve the sound quality.

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[@nuckerball1259]

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Nice! Detailed review I own both and after watching your vid I almost bought them again lol

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Thanks Bob. Just learning mid-tier audio. There's some guys in the comments that make me feel like a total noob honestly. I hear your with the cats, there's a fella in the comments that named a couple replacement pad options. I think there are a few different options out there bc this is such a common frame style.

[@calebmehalic4524]

First of all, awesome review! Been looking for a new pair of headphones to use for gaming and movies but never tried open back. These and the Phillips ones you recently reviewed seem like great options. Is it possible to add a mic to either of these? If not I might go with the Phillips. What would you recommend?

[@kurttaylor1412]

The 6xx have finally been released in Australia. I've got a pair arriving tomorrow! I'm hoping they are an improvement over my DT990s

[@xcrsn]

Hope you still like them, I've just done a similar upgrade after a decade on my dt990s.

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[@dkwgchan]

Best reviewer on KZbin bar non. Keep up the great work.

[@SpiritualAudioChannel]

I use the HD58X Jubilee with RME babyface pro soundcard and Samsung phone. You can even use it to mix bassheavy music. For the price it's amazing.

[@UGgamingNews]

Thank you for the perfectly timed review! I'm probably going to settle on the 58X, but I still have a question if anyone can help. Would an audio interface like the Scarlet Solo or the Rode AI-1 be enough to power them?

[@badseedtech]

Thanks, and you shouldn't feel like you're settling for the 58X - they are soooo close to the 6XX. And you should be good using an interface in the short term even though the Scarlett is bus powered, I'm pretty sure they class it for phones up to 200ohm. Thats the beauty part is that they can grow with you if you expand into an amp at a later date.

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[@QlasiKal]

Looking forward to seeing what you think of the GSX-1000 for the HD58X and the Nari Ultimates 🤔 I’m sure the surround would be great on both but I’m eager to know what situations you’d prefer the haptics or the overall better sound from the 58X. Keep up the great videos man, you know your shit and for me you’re up there with Hardware Canucks

[@badseedtech]

Haptics are fun - sometimes - but for $200 you can have some REALLY nice headphones. I'd go for pure quality audio over haptics.

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As someone with hearing damage from too many loud concerts you sold me on the HD58X. I can't remember if it was this video or one of the others where you mention it, but you said it wasn't as harsh as the others, and that was exactly what I needed to ... hear. Thanks, buying some now!

[@almog3875]

Did you get them? How are they?

[@PixieLaLuna]

@@almog3875 I did, so far I am really happy with them. They do exactly what I wanted. Helped with my tinnitus hearing sensitivity while gaming, and my anxiety from the closed in sound. I'll be doing a video myself on them soon, in case other people have similar issues to what I have. :)

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[@badseedtech]

Thank you!

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great review straight to the point

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[@badseedtech]

Thanks a lot man!

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Great review!!!

[@colinglick9860]

Would love to see a review/comparison to the Massdrop AKG k7xx and your content trumps that of channels with millions of subs. Keep up the great videos!

[@badseedtech]

I've got the HE4XX up next for headphones and then I'll see about the k7xx for sure. I'm already getting a lot of comments that they have a better soundstage.

[@DatHombre]

I've heard just about everywhere that the k7xx only wins in soundstage and everything else is lackluster. Definitely looking forward to the HE4XX though!

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Dat Hombre the 4XX are very good but have bad quality control. I’ve had two of them and both had driver failure.

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Thanks Paul!

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[@jeramywu3074]

Very nice and detailed review. I know you mentioned in the review that HD 58x can be used with PS4 controller output. I am wondering does that require turning the volume to the max due to the headphone's impedance?

[@Zenbeau]

4:40 he said neither the 58x or 6xx will have a good enough sound with a PS4 controller. But that the 58x will be fine with a Xbox One controller or your phone

[@JustinPullin]

Nice work man! You've gotta try the stinger wireless.. it's basic, but i love it for my PS4. Stereo goodness! Awesome review as always. Also where can we get that shirt!!!?

[@badseedtech]

Is that what you finally settled on for PS4? Its been like a saga for you to find a decent headphone solution for it. And the tee is available currently in the description but I'm getting ready to move manufacturing to TeeSpring so its a lot cheaper to produce for you guys.

[@andrewyochman5416]

I just got the Massdrop Sennheiser HD 6xx with the EVGA Nu Audio Sound Card and wow! I am in love! Absolutely amazing! Thank you for the vid and advice! Quick question....I am trying to determine what Sample Rate to use. Any suggestions?

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[@muzicdominator524]

Congrats on the milestone brother! And hot damn those headphones are sexy! I have a pair of Corsair HS50's because they have the look and they sound great for what they are, but they are also pretty cheap. These are obviously whole other level. So nice!

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Thanks Dominic!

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You had me with the Frasier Crane reference

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Thank you!

[@BitByteTechs]

Yet another quality video...funny enough I literally just bought the HD 6xx this morning along with the Schiit Stack 😂😂

[@badseedtech]

Nice!!

[@BitByteTechs]

@@badseedtech Just an update, but for me the stack is totally worth ~$200! I've been testing it with the Sony WH-1000XM3 (both with and without ANC on) since I'm waiting on my HD6XX and is pretty damn impressive! It might be an idea for a future review.

[@erikniemi1977]

Very good review and info. New subscriber. Just picked up the 58x because of the 150 ohm vs 300 ohm. I'd like the option to use my phone without an amp on occasion.

[@t.7527]

There is a sound difference also.

[@Mewzerr]

ik this video is a bit older these headphones are still gonna be crazy thx for the reccommendation

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[@badseedtech]

I appreciate the support more than you know, man. Don't normally talk about it but the beard is symbolic. The day I decided to grow it, I was coming out of some heavy real-life shit. It marked a revival for me on a lot of levels. There's a warrior behind that beard. It's awesome that you've been there since jump. This year is gonna be one for the books.

[@HoveKB]

BadSeed Tech Bro I’m looking forward to the growth. I’m glad you got your personal life sorted enough to come back. Remember that you always have to go through trials to get to where you’re meant to be. This year I just moved to NYC I’m starting a new job and having my first kid. A lot of change coming my way. I’m glad that you’re back dude. I wish you nothing but the best and look forward to seeing Bad Seed tech coverage at future CES and Computex Expos.

[@juanpaVlz]

Very cool video, it deserves more views, and you, more subscribers

[@EposVox]

I love the sound of my 6xx, but even a year later they're still uncomfortable as hell. After 9 months I had to go back to my DT990

[@badseedtech]

Really? Do they hit your jaw or something? And I want DT990s bad but I'm really hoping the Beyer gets with it and updates their cabling system soon.

[@EposVox]

Squeeze the sides of my head a lot, and the solid top band gives me headaches (many of that style - vs suspension band that float - do). I stretched em out a bit, even chipped off some of the labeling on the top band as a result, but they still sit heavy

[@hansmayer7814]

@@EposVox Try putting them on a foam yoga block to stretch them out even more. I have a pair of HD558s, and compared to my HE-4XX, the clamping force is a lot less and they are so much lighter it feels like they aren't even there.

[@Alex-------]

@@badseedtech it needs an update. And that treble is insane. Cannot be good for your ears!

[@okay4902]

@@EposVox you can stretch out the headphone bracket and kinda bend it outwards with both thumbs on the bracket. There’s a more specific video on it.

[@mbj920]

still the same great quality of content as 2 years ago Brian!

[@Jar-N2]

You convinced me to subscribe in under 2 minutes, congrats.

[@badseedtech]

Thanks man! 👊

[@stephenconnelly8033]

Long time watcher, first time commenter. Your videos are always entertaining and informative. I have the 58X Jubilee and love them. Quick twofold question comparing HD 58X and GSP 500: In your opinion, which sounds better (primarily gaming, but also movies and music)? And which is easier to drive?

[@badseedtech]

Hey, thanks for the comment Stephen. I am actually testing these two against eeach other right now for an upcoming video - I can tell that they are very close in terms of sonics and the biggest difference I'm diving into now is the soundtrack and imaging. I'd give you the tl;dr version but I'm not entirely confident making a statement either way yet. Soon though.

[@JD-kw9gg]

really appreciate the vid, liked and subed!

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Finally, a real tech reviewer. Shit a real KZbinR. Good shit my man. Liked and subbed.

[@hansmayer7814]

Like your voice and production value. Subscribed. Keep up the good work. Listening to this on my Massdrop HE-4XX, you should check those out if you haven't already.

[@badseedtech]

Thank you! And actually listening on those RIGHT NOW lol...enjoying them so far.

[@prestondanner5037]

You should do a sanheiser HD 800 review, seeing as most of your reviews are very clear and understandable making it good for people who get audio and people who don’t know much

[@badseedtech]

Pricy but I'll see if they can send one on loan.

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BadSeed Tech ya that is true