REVIEW! Sennheiser HD 560S - Legit... But Better?

After spending more than two weeks listening to the Sennheiser HD 560S, I've come to the conclusion: This is a legit headphone. It deserves its hype. But is it actually better than other similarly-priced Sennheiser headphones? That answer will take a few more words...
00:00 Product info & Pricing
02:50 About the cable
06:35 Design & Aesthetics
07:40 Fit & Comfort
08:55 Build quality
11:00 Sound signature
12:40 Bass
14:00 Midrange
15:00 Treble
16:50 Staging & Imaging
18:25 vs. HD 58X
20:45 vs. HD 600
24:25 Conclusion & Rating
Sennheiser HD 560S on Amazon: amzn.to/2K3Lrw0
HD 600: amzn.to/2HVmKAV
HD 58X on Drop: drop.com/buy/massdrop-x-sennh...
HD 6XX: drop.com/buy/massdrop-sennhei...
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[@avalonfruit3061]

was the video shot in 10 fps? Dropping a dislike, can't encourage lazy production quality. The substance is also not up to the par. The channel doesn't deserve 50k subs.

[@XNDivinity]

I sense jealousy??

[@yoni3919]

Ew

[@lupe_g2]

I don't care about the subs but I find it ironic that this channel reviews audio products yet their audio sounds like they recorded it with a potato. Hella compressed and low quality (sounds like it's in a box instead of open). That may be because it was streamed, but damn. The quality of the video and audio is subpar although the content makes up for it. I've seen that his later videos are a bit better but not by a substantial amount.

[@ecohangout4481]

i sense an idiot

[@galacticraymond]

i fully support this...................pin of shame XD

[@asilhunkaroglu]

This is the best review I have ever seen thanks man just ordered the 560s and subscribed to your channel I appreciate your effort

[@axeldeeker5644]

I'm hyped for the SSP review!

[@SuperReview]

Hopefully this weekend 🤞

[@jamestorres5582]

Love your reviews Sir . Always like.them

[@HiFiGOAudio]

These are a fantastic pair of headphones!! I remember trying the HD600 with a custom made Tube amp, I know these might not sound the same but that was a heavenly experience!! Amazing review like always!!

[@SuperReview]

I wanna get a Bottlehead Crack for my 600s.

[@HiFiGOAudio]

@@SuperReview the 600 series pairs well with tubes. Hope you get yours soon :)

[@SuperReview]

🤞

[@fardosh4193]

Excellent review. Thanks a lot. Just boughr a pair of 560s 👍

[@fei19317]

Nice review. Thanks

[@SuperReview]

Thanks Hiep ✌️

[@TimTheMain]

They are also amazing for gaming positional audio is sick.

[@SuperReview]

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[@0nemoa]

Your all over the place buddy. Gritty treble but also the clarity is outstanding and well detailed you say. Other than the flip flopping multiple times, great review. And I appreciate you taking the time to make these videos, I really do. So thank you for that. Personally I love the 560S. I own the Sennheiser 650 and a couple other headphones in that price range and the 560S takes the cake overall. Don’t get me wrong I like the 650 but they are a little lacking in vocal clarity and the base response and sub base is mediocre at best. One thing is for certain. Not a single pair of headphones will do everything perfectly but, the 560S are as close to doing everything very well that you are going to get. Even at double the price point of the 560. You can’t go wrong with the 560S if you like to hear music as it was intended. The only music I have listened to that I would consider listening to with the HD650 are the tracks that are not mixed well at all. And even then, I always go back to my 560S. The fact that the 560S are more comfortable and also lighter are a great bonus. With that said I notice a lot of reviewers will say the build quality is not as good as the 6XX because of the plastic feeling light but if you look at what the current production 6XX build quality is in 2024 you will easily take notice that the 560S has superior build quality. It would be like saying that because Glocks are plastic and lightweight, they are not made well. Even though they are literally the most loved handgun in the world and known for there flawless function, unbelievable durability and precision and accuracy.

[@RayCabrera1]

Great review, just placed an order for one. Can you please send me a link to where you bought your audio cable?

[@SuperReview]

This is the short Sennheiser cable I ordered: smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0762Q324Z/ This is a third party cable I got after the review, I like this one MUCH better: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000558346075.html

[@RayCabrera1]

​@@SuperReview After watching some more of your reviews, I decided to order the Sennheiser 6xx instead from Drop, and paired it with the Zen Dac amp, to power it. Do you also suggest I get the I get the Zen Cam Amp? or do suggest something else instead?

[@Farpun]

Hey please review the esp95X! Really would love to hear your thoughts

[@Ex_Machina.]

i use them for mixing and they’re fantastic

[@SuperReview]

They seem pretty ideal for it.

[@CalebA585]

How about for gaming?

[@Ex_Machina.]

@@CalebA585 Idk if I'd recommend them for for gaming they are comfortable af and the sound is crystal clear but they lack enough low end that the highs can be tiring in certain games like Doom

[@-zoave-]

What style of music do you make ? I'm wondering if this 560s will be reproduce well the low frequencies (sub, rumble....) because I do dark techno with lot of lows, sub, rumble... I have read that with an EQ, the 560s can produce very good sub, is it true ? Thanks.

[@Ex_Machina.]

@@-zoave- I've done hip hop and house with these and I'm still using them today! I haven't tried to EQ so I cannot answer that. If I were you (as in making techno) I'd get these for reference only because they trade in 'oomph' for clarity. This is great for me because I can listen to the texture and details of the bass before dialing things in but after that I switch to a closed pair of headphones or speakers to test how it sounds with a less flat sound profile. I hope this makes sense I'm tired today :)

[@bloodloverforever]

Can you connect this directly to an iPhone without losing the sound quality or do you need to use an amplifier ?

[@SuperReview]

Should work well on an iPhone.

[@BrZi38501]

Would you consider hd560s a headphone equivalent of etymotic er2se, but with a touch more sparkle?? I adore er2se and would like to find that sound signature in an open back, wider sounding headphone 😊

[@SuperReview]

Along those lines, but more bass.

[@ArtVandelay-ImporterExporter]

Thank you for the review. Would these be good for classical music or 50's-60's jazz listened to via my iphone? I like to listen while I read at home but I dont want to spend money on an amp/dac or more expensive headphones. I just want to hear the music clearly and accurately. Only for classical and jazz.

[@SuperReview]

My reviews are not genre specific, I don't really believe in genre-specific headphones.

[@ArtVandelay-ImporterExporter]

@@SuperReview Nor do I. I was just wondering if analytical flat headphones like these are more suited to classical music listening or not.

[@pablovi77]

It’s still not selling here, I don’t know what’s the holdup. I hope it gets here in the next couple of weeks, so it can be on the monthly sales.

[@SuperReview]

I saw some official message from Sennheiser about availability, seems like they were overwhelmed by demand.

[@pablovi77]

@@SuperReview I wrote Sennheiser about a month ago about availability, and they said two weeks tops, it’s been more than 4 weeks and still nothing.. thanks!

[@-zoave-]

Cool, nice review. I'm wondering if the 560s can reproduce low frequencies, like sub ? I need an open-back headphone for compose/mix music, but my in music (dark techno) there is a lot of low frequencies, like sub, rumble... I know this headphone is quite flat and light on bass when listening music, etc..., but with an EQ, or with powerfull sub from a virtual synth, do you think this 560s can reproduce these low frequencies ? Thanks.

[@SuperReview]

Yes, its low-bass extends very well.

[@-zoave-]

Ok, thank you for your help :) I was afraid because I read a lot of "bad" reviews about the tiny, weak...bass, etc... of the HD 560s. I hesitate with the DT 990 Pro but I prefer the detachable cable system of the Sennheiser.

[@ohnonate]

Great review! New sub. What would you suggest is better with classical music listening? Thanks

[@SuperReview]

I don't really believe in genre-specific recommendations, I listen to a lot of stuff, my favorites work with all of it.

[@mikeklement7223]

Do you know anything about the supposed new version of this? People are claiming it was redisigned and sound different from the original version that had a longer chord.

[@VeggiePopper]

Early on, you mentioned that you will compare it not only to other Sennheisers, but also to the Fidelio X2. And while at some point you did bring in the Fidelio, you never did a full comparison between the two, which I was looking forward to. I still am, so which one of the two would you prefer and why?

[@SuperReview]

Sorry, I did accidentally leave that for the Q&A portion, which isn't in the VOD. I prefer the tonality of the 560S, it's cleaner, more neutral, crisper -- but "better"? Will depend on your preferences. I think technically, it's pretty comparable to X2, X2 is just bassier, with less midrange emphasis.

[@wilson7324]

@@SuperReview bro, between the 560s and x2hr what would you recommend for immersive single player pc gaming without amp? Help please

[@jennypatino8932]

Hi I am a fan of your videos I like them a lot. I have a question, would you help me please? I like to listen to hi-fi music in .flac and .MQA with Tidal in master quality and also play video games. And I want to buy some of these two headphones but I don't know which one to buy, the sennheiser hd 560s or the hifiman sundara I have read in forums that the hifiman sundara are better... but my question is if there is how much difference is there in the Sundara with respect to the HD560s? or is it very little? because I found the hd560s at a good price at 160 dollars with free shipping and the sundara has a value of 300 dollars and more the shipping to my country would be 350 dollars, and in my country the dollar costs a lot of money, so I want to know if it's worth Is it worth investing 200 dollars more for the sundaras or is it not worth it? That's why I want to know if there is much difference between the Sundara and the HD560s. What do you recommend me?

[@joefilter2923]

Good review. It’s an open back headphone, not designed primarily for mobile use. Thus the cable.

[@SuperReview]

I haven't left my house for a year, still want 4-foot cables :P

[@joefilter2923]

@@SuperReview shorter cables often interfere with my mouse, at least an an iMac where extra length is handy.

[@SuperReview]

Makes total sense 👍 6-foot is a compromise I can be happy with.

[@Alsina022]

Just as its similarly priced atm does something like this 560s blow away a pxc 550 ii on a portable device in terms of sound quality (or any premium anc for that matter)?

[@SuperReview]

I've not heard the PXC. But 560S does blow away headphones like Sony XM3 and Bose 700.

[@spawnandbatman6975]

I need to figure out how to use these as gaming headsets. I'm having a hard time figuring out what dac amp and attachable mic to use for the setup. I currently just have hyper x cloud :/ lol

[@SuperReview]

I haven't used them for that purpose, so not familiar with the problems you need to solve.

[@doobas2171]

Get an audio interface

[@Mibmu]

Attachable mics, you should probably go for ModMics when you're going to use headphones like these, or buy a dynamic or condenser mic with an audio-interface that could drive headphones with this kind of impedance.

[@nathanyt]

Get a Fulla 4 and a modmic

[@davdidit6]

can some tell the Sennheiser cable that is shorter and ends with the four poll 3.5mm, that was shown in the video. please? Maybe i missed it. I will go to Sennheiser myself but just wanted to get the right cable.

[@SuperReview]

This is the cable: amzn.to/34TUoPH

[@davdidit6]

@@SuperReview thank you so much

[@Tempuraguy]

please please please answer mee :) humm what do you think dt 900 pro x vs HD560. Ijust bought dt 900 pro x from hyper x cloud alpha transition, and i feel i dont like it because the low not quite good, and the treble too on the dt 900 pro x. And i just heard that hd560 is more good. thx!

[@SuperReview]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIK5lqJqhJp2sNk

[@adrianlevi2244]

These are good relatively neutral headphones , balanced with a sweet soundstage . They are very usable for mixing and even mastering with their inherent low distortion. If you like to hear music close to what the artist and producer envisioned then give these a go.

[@yourplaydate2653]

Have you heard the AKG K702? If so, which one would you say is the better headphone.

[@SuperReview]

I have not.

[@deadandburied7626]

Could not decide so bought both! 560S good for Linda Ronstadt ☆☆☆☆☆

[@rafa6684]

The slight harshness of the treble can be easily corrected by EQ (4,5-5,0 KHz; -2dB).

[@ooooswain]

Good detailed review. I've had the HD 598's for years. Do you think this is a worthy upgrade?

[@SuperReview]

I haven't tried the 598s, so not sure -- but based on what I've heard, yes.

[@evergarten1843]

save for a hifiman sundara

[@ooooswain]

@@evergarten1843 I ended up getting the sundaras and HD 6xx. Love them both, and they're both great for different music.

[@evansmith8612]

Can you post a link for that shorter 4ft official Sennheiser cable?

[@SuperReview]

I bought this: smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0762Q324Z/

[@DocRealTalk]

Hi, I'm trying to decide between the HD 6XX, HD58X and the HD 560S Do you know how they compare in games? Which has the best soundstage and positional audio?

[@danielm978]

I can tell you they are phenomenal for gaming, if you are playing on pc, the jack can be a little fiddly when connecting to a gamepad, can be fixed but still worth knowing

[@Ebu26]

I ordered the HD 599 but someone told me to cancel my order and buy the 560S, I don’t know what to do 😫 please help me, are these better than the HD599?

[@SuperReview]

I haven't tried the 599, sorry.

[@user-vi3tb3bw5t]

From a techincal standpoint, they are superior. They are more neutral, a little less hot in the treble, a little less soundstage, but more detail overall and still a decent soundstage. The 600 series is known for its intimacy and the 560 takes some of that intimacy and brings it out a little wider. It is a little harder to drive than the 599 though

[@adrianmorrish8494]

Thanks was just about to get the 58x jubile as my first ever open back after comparing to 6xx for my taste but I think I'll get the 560s as it's easier to drive and seems a great intro to me as you say. If I did want a more bassy not head pounding what else could I consider?

[@SuperReview]

58X is a bassier tune than 560S, though I think it's a softer bass, 560S bass I like better. There's also Fidelio X2 in this price range, which is quite bassy.

[@adrianmorrish8494]

@@SuperReview thanks, had a look at fidelity, I think I’ll go with the 560s as the fidelio seems a little too u shaped for my first open back pair of headphones. Just wait for them to come back hopefully onto Amazon UK sometime soon

[@elobreque3886]

Whete did you get that cable? Any name or what conection are those?

[@SuperReview]

Cable is here: amzn.to/3ImUuBc

[@bprabawabr]

What IEM would you say is similar sounding to these? If possible, under $150.. One can dream?

[@SuperReview]

Magaosi K5 maybe? I'd describe both as bright-neutral.

[@Virtute]

Thanks for this review, just bought a pair of Philips Fidelio X2HR and really don't like them. I definitely think the 560s sounds more my speed :)

[@daylightsensor8695]

did you buy the 560s in the end? I have a pair of x2hr and I'm about to hop the fence and get the 560s

[@Virtute]

@@daylightsensor8695 I did. I love them, they feel a lot more comfortable to me and the sound is a bit more balanced. They're my go to headphones :)

[@rafaelboss_3.14]

@@Virtute how do they sound playing metal? I'm about to buy a headphone, my main genre is metal (all kinds) and I'm between hd560s and x2hr.

[@Virtute]

@@rafaelboss_3.14 I found the X2HR has more pronounced bass without EQ but the 560s have a wider soundstage. Depends what kind of metal you're listening to and I can't compare the headphones directly as I returned the X2HR set. But I'd say it's fine, I listen to a lot of Protest the Hero and Parkway Drive on them

[@Bushviking]

How does it compare to Fidelio X2HR? Worth upgrading to?

[@SuperReview]

I talked a bit about the comparison in the Q&A portion. IMO, they're different flavors, but both about on par with each other IMO. X2 also has some treble issues. Tonality is quite different, though, X2 is bassier with less pronounced vocals, but still strong definition and imaging. 560S is an "upgrade" if you're looking for a more neutral tonality and stronger bass definition.

[@y3lw0rC]

Hello, thanks for the review. I have a question to a subject which I think you didn't cover (sorry if I missed it). How is noise canceling/isolation? Do you hear the background while these headphones are on? Do they cancel background noise well? On a scale from 1 to 10 how would you rate noise canceling/isolation?

[@SuperReview]

These are open-back headphones, so no, they will not isolate outside sounds very well.

[@y3lw0rC]

@@SuperReview Thanks for the info

[@justinsugay1149]

Would you consider sharing what dac/amps to get for entry level audiophiles? Perhaps a tier list or a series of videos leading up to something like that?

[@SuperReview]

Don't think I could support a tier list. For portable unit, hip-dac is probably the best I've tried so far. They can get more expensive if you'd like, though.

[@chrispictures1]

They are not designed for iphones etc, but audiophile systems and therefor the cable is correct length.

[@SuperReview]

So when I say I wish it was 4', I'm wrong?

[@mange2]

hearing people describe headphones, is worse than hearing an art critic describe a painting. Its, light yet dark, its gritty but smooth, its low yet high. 😂🤣😂

[@SuperReview]

Facts.

[@kudzu01]

Yes, that’s spot on. I always think of it as similar to the way wine connoisseurs describe fine wines. “The chocolatey top notes don’t overwhelm the floral nuances in the lower depths….”

[@TheHulksMistress]

@@kudzu01that’s exactly what my doctor told me

[@j.d.4697]

Ok grabbed me a pair and love them! The soundstage which I keep hearing is amazing, I would rate it 8/10 as a beginner. Not quit as insane as I expected, although maybe it's a sound source issue? Cause in some videos and music the soundstage is huge whereas in most, and even the games I currently play, it's just "nice". I fell in love with its "personality" in terms of sound though, so I probably wouldn't swap them for anything with a wider soundstage anyway, if there is such a thing in this or an adjacent price range. (Tried the AKG K712 first cause I heard its soundstage is unmatched, but instead of close to far distance like the HD 560s it sounded more like medium to far distance with not the best detail either.) However, I can't approve of the build quality. It might need some DYI fixing of cracking noises. But that's why it's so inexpensive for the sound quality, so it's fine.

[@Lorhet]

Which is better to take for movies, little gaming (no micro needed), music (spotify mostly) HD 560S, HD 58X, PC37X(38X)?

[@SuperReview]

I haven't heard PC37X. Stock, I prefer HD 560S to 58X. But 58X I think can be improved with a very simple modification.

[@Lorhet]

@@SuperReview Thank you. Yes, I've seen the modification instructions. 58X looks very nice for me. But, I lean more towards 560s, as they can easily be bought in my country than 58X.

[@dani506k8]

i have the HD560S, do i need a soundcard/amp? i have them plugged into the front of my case atm.

[@SuperReview]

Do they sound good?

[@dani506k8]

@@SuperReview i guess they sound fine. i don't have anything to compare them to except for my old hyperx cloud 2s. they sound better than them.

[@SuperReview]

If you know what to listen for, and you know that your music is mastered well enough to show it, you will likely get better audio quality out of a dedicated DAC & amp. But if you're getting enough volume out of your PC without that and you're happy with the sound, there's a good chance the dedicated DAC & amp will feel like wasted money.

[@shaolin95]

That's weird. I just got it and it has a 1/4" adapter now now like yours

[@bandhanjha8563]

Please make a time stamp in description

[@SuperReview]

Due to a really boring quirk of KZbin's post live stream workflow, I can't really do timestamps until about 24-48 hours later. NOW IS THE TIME

[@XNDivinity]

Where can I get the 4-foot cable? No link?

[@SuperReview]

This is the listing I bought from: amzn.to/3f1h3jj But I later got this cable on AliExpress and I like it much better: www.aliexpress.com/item/4000558346075.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.6cfb4c4dEvoM48

[@XNDivinity]

Thank you for your prompt response.

[@adamgereluk6477]

I was looking for a more colorful version of my HD 380s these seam like a really good option.

[@SuperReview]

Colorful?

[@adamgereluk6477]

Yes. The HD 380s are studio reference headphones. The HD 560s are audiophile headphones.

[@miks_w8945]

@adam gereluk the hd560s is basically dead flat neutral, definitely not colorful. There are no such things as audiophile headphones, only good or bad headphones.

[@paulstone9755]

Where did u buy the shorter cable?

[@SuperReview]

I got it on Amazon: smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0762Q324Z/

[@paulstone9755]

@@SuperReview Thanks you very much sir..

[@tradehut2782]

Good job. I'm tired of reading biased 560s reviews from HD600 owners

[@SuperReview]

What makes them biased?

[@tradehut2782]

@@SuperReview it's like they don't really wanna admit that the 560s is way cheaper while beating the 6 series in spaciousness and bass quality by a margin and less recessed highs without harshness. That looks quite bad on the 6 series.

[@user-vi3tb3bw5t]

@@tradehut2782 Sounds like you have a bias towards the 560s lol. 560S are fantastic, they don't scale up quite as well as the 6 series but they sound great in their own regard on decent equipment. Nothing looks quite "bad" the 6 series has been around since the 90s and is still pretty much the measured standard. The fact that they are still comparable today is a feat of their longevity. It's amazing to me we have people like you that are not only loyal to specific brands, but even specific products within brands.

[@weaponx40]

Would this be good plugged into my ps5 controller directly?

[@SuperReview]

Yes.

[@weaponx40]

@@SuperReview thank you! :)

[@loki76]

I find that even though a lot of Sennheiser headphones do not have a lot of bass. I don't find it a problem "giving" them bass. Just EQ them with +4-6 Db on the lower end and the bass kicks in pretty good and also clean without distortion. I have my PC38X on right now and I can put on a bass heavy song and it thumps pretty darn hard, because I have a bass emphasis EQ on them. In fact I would say it's at times better to have a flatter, linear headphone because it allows you to tune it. But a V-shaped bass-can is harder to "correct". Personally I am always looking for a wider soundstage and good imaging and slight forward leaning. The reason why is because I use headphones all the time and I watch movies with headphones. Also playing games. For the movies it's good to have some "forward" characteristics so the sound seems like it comes from the screen and not the sides. The wider soundstage opens up the listening as well. Do not want "close in" sound like you do with music when watching movies. Same thing with playing games. wide soundstage and great imaging is king on gaming. Also for pure immersion having surround sound (good virtual surround with good amp) because the ambiance in an open world rpg hearing birds and sounds in the distance, full 360 seamless sound without that horrible "stereo" cutting sound from left to right with zero panning. Nope for me always surround and wide soundstage. But I digress.

[@loek2581]

How does this compare to the Beyerdynamic DT 880?

[@SuperReview]

Not sure, I forget which Beyer models I've heard.

[@loek2581]

@@SuperReview Oh, okay. The DT880 has stronger treble, but weaker bass and mids, right?

[@SuperReview]

Like I said, I don't remember which Beyers I've heard. Based on Crin's graphs (crinacle.com/graphs/headphones/graphtool/), the 560S seems to have better bass extension, leaner midrange, and more relaxed mid-treble.

[@busywl69]

A good upgrade to the phillips X2HR I enjoy everyday? I must have a similar soundstage (movies n gaming) but with improved mids and well rounded highs for music.

[@SuperReview]

IMO a sidegrade more than an upgrade. This does have better midrange and tighter bass (though less bass emphasis overall).

[@busywl69]

@@SuperReview I see. It was tempting for the $200usd asking price, but the soundstage on my X2HR is just unreal.

[@wogahboy]

Can you use it with your smart phone?

[@SuperReview]

If you have a headphone jack, yeah.

[@adrianmorrish8494]

Sound like a good pairing with an ifi zen dac or can with the burr brown

[@SuperReview]

Worked well for me on hip-dac.

[@adrianmorrish8494]

@@SuperReview great thanks then it's a go I think for the 560s was thinking hifiman 400i 2020 but I think I'd rather get the Seenheiser now and the hifiman Sundara down the road and skip the 400i's.

[@vapour_focus]

What brand is your wrist watch?

[@SuperReview]

Pebble

[@vapour_focus]

@@SuperReview Cool, thanks!

[@oliverdegroot7378]

Hey i am looking for headphones for gaming on my pc is this a good headphone i am kinda new to this xD

[@SuperReview]

I expect it would be good for gaming, but I haven't used it for that purpose. No microphone, FWIW.

[@oliverdegroot7378]

@@SuperReview yea i already have a good mic so but thanks 👌🏻

[@sapphiro]

Interesting observation that bright/neutral headphone's weakest point is treble... There is cheaper alternative of bright/neutral headphone that does treble very good and that is Beyerdynamic DT880 250 ohm. It would be interesting comparison between the two especially when paired with warmer dacs like ifi hip DAC or CAN amp. At this price of 560S I'm not convinced they have anything better to offer than DT880.

[@SuperReview]

I wish I knew which Beyers I've heard, all their names sound the same to me.

[@jasonfranciosa]

The bass extension on the 560s is far better than on the DT880.

[@tpacalypse]

How's the Bass?

[@SuperReview]

12:40

[@JayNL]

How is it compared to the HD599? Anyone?

[@jordankirkham1657]

Very close to each other, the 599 have better treble and soundstage but the 560s have better mids and bass. Overall, if you like one you'll probably like the other.

[@JayNL]

@@jordankirkham1657 already have the 599 SE, was 70 euro from 130 normally. And the 560S is still. It's good for gaming, but for music I'm gonna get the Beyerdynamics again. DT990 Pro or Edition or 900 PRO X.

[@rderubeis]

for competative gaming which would you recommend 560s or dt880. I own both. I also own 58x and 400i2020 I wanna keep 2 and sell 2. so i can get soem money back. Im new to audiophile and have untrained ears. I mainly do competative gaming and watch alot of movies and listen to music. Which 2 should i sell out of the 4 and in your opinion which is better for comp gaming out of 560s vs dt880 250 ohm?

[@SuperReview]

I don't use any of them for gaming. If you have them already, just trust your ears, I can't tell you what you'll like better.

[@rderubeis]

@@SuperReview which do u use for gaming. I just mainly wanna kno if the dt880 are outdated now a days compareed to the 560s

[@SuperReview]

I use $30 Koss KPH30i.

[@PartySpock]

So i am the owner of the 598 , 599 , 560s 600, and 650.For me is the ranking. Hd 600 first ,560 s second , 599 third, 650 fourth👍😊

[@Tesseract9630]

Hd 600 lacks bass.

[@rogerlakin8974]

I've had the HD599 for 5 years and still like it. Do you think the 560s is a worthy upgrade, I only use a Samsung S10+ as source?

[@Tesseract9630]

@@rogerlakin8974 yes it's an upgrade in terms of clean clear sound. Not much for music enjoyment.

[@shaolin95]

@@Tesseract9630 the 560s is the only Senn I like cause all others are thin with no bass just mid bass

[@Hassankhan10]

Do Sony xm4 review pls

[@SuperReview]

I have low expectations, don't want to spend $350 on it :]

[@apriljack3172]

@@SuperReview If you don't like warm sounds they will probably be your worst nightmare haha, the noise cancelling is insane but the lowend is way over emphasised.

[@IamKill3m]

Sound at 11:00

[@robertmcminn5582]

Hero

[@amasha88]

These looks AWESOME !! Why no wireless headphone same look as this. The Sony WXSHIT looks horrible !!

[@SuperReview]

Oh.

[@BigbossJesse1]

I will use this for my Nord Electro and bass guitar. Can someone reccomend?

[@skengasaurus]

I think anything this flat isn't a bad idea if your intention is to record either of those. If the sub extension is there, there's far more hope for EQ'ing the low end like a lot of us always ended up doing for the 500-600 cans prior to this (personally, I prefer a decent amount more bass with 650's even on a tube pre). Thin lower mids is a turn-off for me tho

[@BigbossJesse1]

@@skengasaurus right now I have die HD599, and its perfect!

[@bubblebubble50]

Can you replace the 560s stock earpads with HD600 earpads?

[@SuperReview]

Not sure. Why would you?

[@bubblebubble50]

@@SuperReview Because apparently 600’s earpads are more comfortable than 560’s ones, no?

[@Daniel-ez9rl]

The ANC is good,is worth it this pair?

[@SuperReview]

There is no active noise cancelling in this head. Further, it is an open-back design so it won't block out much sound, no.

[@acsgdo02]

Hmm this or the x2hr ?

[@SuperReview]

I'd take 560S, but X2 is pretty fun. Maybe biggest problem is X2 QC seems like it might be a problem, based on reports.

[@johr7]

Will I need a amp dac? Would a fiio q1 m2 be enough?

[@SuperReview]

Depends on your source. I think an Apple dongle should power these fine.

[@ripp123m]

For xbox?

[@cremersalex]

A 10 feet or 3 meter cable ... Is this not how far one sits from a TV?

[@SuperReview]

What.

[@warpathh]

Same driver in the Sennheiser PC38x gaming headset.

[@benjaminnelson6788]

Certainly doesn't sound like it to me.

[@warpathh]

@@benjaminnelson6788 They are tuned differently so they sound different. Teardowns have confirmed it.

[@rickygarcia1926]

Which one is better?

[@warpathh]

@@rickygarcia1926 If you want a mic, then no question PC38x

[@rickygarcia1926]

@@warpathh I have an external mic that I can use, I just want to purchase the one that sounds the best for gaming and right now the 38x r on sale so might take advantage of it

[@JuanCarlos-ph7lb]

I just got these … I was exited for get them but I have to return them, I tried 2 different DACS, even different audio inputs. It like you are reviewing a total different product 🤦‍♂️

[@SuperReview]

What's your frame of reference? Different DACs not going to make a significant difference.

[@tecno4u31]

Better than hd599?

[@SuperReview]

I haven't heard that one, but consensus seems to be yes.

[@Hirnlego999]

Mine will go back, the sound is too bright, which is a shame as they market these as neutral.

[@SuperReview]

They measure about as neutral as anything: crinacle.com/2020/11/06/sennheiser-hd560s-review-the-evolved-500/

[@Hirnlego999]

@@SuperReview Always forward midrange is not neutral, those things don't even go together, and it's not helped that there are cans which are even worse.

[@SuperReview]

Mm, you can come up with your own meaning of neutral if you'd like, but will be hard to communicate with others using a different (common) standard.

[@Hirnlego999]

@@SuperReview Well, this isn't really that hard. Any product claiming to be neutral should of course not empathize any particular part of the sound. And of course not cut down certain frequencies. With a hifi setup this is generally very hard to do with the lower regions as most speakers simply cannot do 20hz bas. If you record an album in a studio and play it up with a stereo that is as close to the original as possible the same goal then should be there for headphones. Of course all products add distortion, this is unavoidable especially with moving parts but here too it should be kept at an minimum.. 560s fails to neutral, it ads its own sound into every recording, and once you notice this it becomes hard to ignore. Certain voices for instance sound brighter with these headphones and that's simply not OK.

[@SuperReview]

It's more complicated than that. 560 voices "sound brighter" -- vs. what? If you're looking for an objective measure of neutral, I suggest reading into "diffuse field" and "Harman target" and I don't think you'll be satisfied. People that do this stuff professionally do not all agree on what is "neutral," but there are some common targets -- and this 560S hits them. If your personal interpretation of "neutral" is something warmer than 560S, (a) that's perfectly reasonable and your prerogative, but (b) prepare to interpret external "objective" measures of "neutral" with a personal filter.

[@nssSmooge]

I think i got mines nad my pads are thinner .... compare to the size of yours

[@SuperReview]

Really? Want to take a picture and post on imgur or something?

[@trondelton7752]

I mainly listen to metal music, are these headphones good for that?

[@wittegs86]

I udes it with series x 560s iys great

[@SuperReview]

It's a quality headphone.

[@wittegs86]

@@SuperReview have now the 650 its bit better 😁

[@edwardbalboa5528]

Sennhieser are the best

[@SuperReview]

Big fan?

[@chuayx7572]

This or the HD58X?

[@SuperReview]

I talked about it in the video, that comparison will be better than a comment I could write.

[@DuranInternational]

These or the sennheiser 660s

[@SuperReview]

I'd probably take 660S, but I haven't listened to them back to back.

[@DuranInternational]

@@SuperReview thanks for the reply!

[@Toschh]

But theese should have larger soundstage than 660s?

[@laika25]

Did you know there's a 2023 version (that NOBODY has reviewed)????

[@SuperReview]

From what I understand, they just changed what's in the box.

[@laika25]

@@SuperReview i hope so. Indeed mine (bought yesterday) came with a short(er) (1.8m) cable and no more weird big jack to small jack adapter.... But there are rumors (hopefully just that) that Sennheiser purposely downgraded them to "protect" their higher tier cans..... Mine sound great, no complaints.

[@SuperReview]

Don't believe the rumors.

[@iTouchin]

So I must be the dumbest guy on earth, I didn't know till watching this that the jack can actually come off from the headphones... I even had a tug and met resistance, did a double take of the title to check it wasn't a different headphone. Decided to twist it and got nervous that I may have just broken it, then snagged it on my arm and it popped right out haha. Pretty neat feature, I would have gone 20 years without realising this and cursing why they didn't have it removable in case I wanted it to be 20m from my flat to my car.

[@juicy9592]

Is this 10 fps? And why you so nervous

[@SuperReview]

12

[@nzarch9741]

You watching for a headphone review or a Hollywood blockbuster with an Oscar nominated actor. Let’s see you make a video and critique your’e manner.

[@shahkhan110]

strange, you praised hd560s so much, and then said, hd600 is your favorite. I believe its a fashion etc. in reviewers community to have hd600/650 as their favzz no matter, how good any other Can may sound. funny

[@SuperReview]

FWIW I wouldn't say the same about HD 650. 600 is special.

[@bprabawabr]

Something can be very good without being better than your favorite. Or maybe it's better for the general public while your favorite has a niche thing that you appreciate very much.

[@Tripokaridos22]

Or just buy HD660s thats better than all 5 and 6 series. Yeahp its true...

[@Usernamebreh]

i hate how Sennheiser thinks they can keep getting away with this build quality.

[@SuperReview]

OK

[@jopar3292]

If you reviewing audio gear do you think it is skillful to wear a t shirt saying 'Hi-Rez PLACEBO' ?

[@SuperReview]

I hear no difference between standard and Hi-Res audio, not afraid to say it.

[@jopar3292]

@@SuperReview Thanks for replying. Fair enough :) Shame really because you are missing out on a whole 'nother world. I understand what you are saying. Until you experience something what can you say? Im not going to write an essay trying to convince you otherwise but if you can't hear the difference between say a cd track and the equivalent DSD recording then Im not sure how you are actually listening or if your listening equipment is capable enough to show you? Quality is not always an easy thing to quantify. I used to work in the wine trade - took me a few years to understand and appreciate the qualities of well made wines versus ordinary table wines. One perhaps uncommon experience of [actual] Hi Res..lets say DSD if how the mind hears it, how the mind absorbs effortlessly into it and how this differs from lower res. I work with audio for a living so Ive been listening and experiencing audio for many years now. This is one of the most fascinating aspects of audio I have discovered. Its there for those who want to discover it but if you just want to listen to the radio for example and listen to and sing along to songs then why not? :) All good. Im quite happy with some pasta and a tin of tuna but Ive eaten at Michelin starred restaurants - Point being the quality is out there to be discovered if that's your bag

[@SuperReview]

I will probably remain skeptical until I see someone easily pass a well-designed ABX test. Have not seen it yet.

[@jopar3292]

@@SuperReview You can know your own mind and experience. :) Unfortunately most people who decide something is 'not' something. especially based on having zero experience of it do not want to take the time to find out for themselves. Rather just demand other people prove it for them...whilst continuously telling them they are wrong. Funny old world - Quality is not always a simple black and white. even though at times differences can be subtle, In that subtlety can be found something special

[@slinkybandinky2775]

$99 right now on Amazon- 599 SE better hurry

[@AxemanMessiah]

Would rather pay $100 more and get more detail, soundstage, imaging, etc.

[@slinkybandinky2775]

@@AxemanMessiah Good, because it has been $199 for 8 months

[@AxemanMessiah]

​@@slinkybandinky2775 Yep, I don't see it going below $159-$169 since it is so new and the reviews are surreal on them, even the most critical reviews love this one. I was about to get the 599 when they were on sale for $99 and it's a great deal but would rather pay once and get the best I can. Senns are generally buy it for life products and upgrading/researching new headphones can get exhaustive. I have been doing it for a few years and am done with that.

[@slinkybandinky2775]

@@AxemanMessiah to be honest, I loved the 599 at first, even better than my Philip’s X2 hr Fidelio. But I got fatigue very quickly with it. I still have the Fidelio but sold the 599 for more than I paid. Then I got the Hd6xx and sill love it.

[@AxemanMessiah]

@@slinkybandinky2775 6XX looks pretty awesome. It was on my list actually but ordered the 560S as the 600 and 6XX both require amps; was looking for a plug and play setup. I previously used the Koss KSC75 and they are fantastic but got tired of having them break (and I babied mine, never left the home). The other models I tried were Superlux which were decent, the ATH-M50X, very uncomfortable to wear along with a few others. These are going to my first Senns to looking forward to seeing what it's about!

[@NoName-uy4fx]

anyone who calls this cans great has no idea what there talking about I had a pair for only a week before throwing them in the trash flat sound ,overheats the ears just got sennheiser 400s hd headphones much better

[@SuperReview]

My friend, HD 560S and HD 400 Pro are literally the same headphone with slightly different colorways and included cables.

[@samuelljackson.]

He said 400s tho, not 400 pro

[@NoName-uy4fx]

@@SuperReview 400 s or 400 pro any of them are better than 560s the only Id ever get the 560s is if I'm completely drunk

[@h-dawg6462]

@@NoName-uy4fx depends what your requirements are. if you're a casual listener for fun, then these are not for you. these are for mixing/mastering and they reveal truly bad quality music. i picked up a used pair, and they are incredibly balanced.

[@Skipow10]

Ugh, single sided entry. bor

[@SuperReview]

What do you dislike about it? When I was getting into this hobby, I definitely preferred single-sided 'cause it's a cleaner look and less tangly for my arms, etc. But now I dislike the imbalance in weight / pull from single-sided and prefer double-sided, which I would not have predicted a couple years ago.

[@carldaniel3155]

Tried the HD560s... too bright, no or little sub bass! Sold them and bought Beyerdynamic DT770 32ohm... wow, perfect. Dynamic, fast, lively, detailed and great bass, with a kick and slam - so happy. Just can't stop listening to all types of music - blows me away have great they sound IMO.

[@luisalves4271]

Isn’t the 770 a closed back headphone? Not a fair comparison if yes.

[@aaronwade2382]

Isn’t the treble meant to be harsh on the ears ? Or does it wear off with burn in and correct dac ??

[@alessandrodifrancesco8110]

The fact is : the hd600 is muddy, the other one is extremely detailed. You choose

[@SuperReview]

Strange use of the word "fact."

[@alessandrodifrancesco8110]

@@SuperReview change it with "truth", same result. I heard so much crap... from reviewers who more than saying the truth they try hard to go against the justified hype about the HD560s to look cool and "expert"and in love with their own voice and microphones. VS the HD600 is just a no brainer. In 2021 the HD600 have no more sense. No bass, no soundstage, muddy general sound. The treble is not "smooth" is just recessed and not detailed. Then it has been created all this myth of the scalability with tube amplifiers that just make the HD600 even more muddy. That's not anymore high resolution. There are so many better headphones out there at same or less price. HD560s are one of those..

[@SuperReview]

You're going to have to think of a better reason why people disagree with you if you want to have a useful understanding.

[@alessandrodifrancesco8110]

@@SuperReview haha no worries I have more useful understanding than you for sure. I have auditorium trained ears since I was a child . You landed on the wrong person . . Listen to the Focal Clear and then you can throw away your HD6XX, if you like the luxurious, balanced, thick but really high resolution sound.

[@SuperReview]

Your auditorium trained ears give you the insight to identify reviewers trying to go against hype and love the sound of their voice through microphones? What kind of auditorium was this, sounds interesting.