Sennheiser HD 660 S | the birth of a new legend?

Review: Sennheiser HD 660 S
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[@jordanfranck]

I love the passion you put into these reviews

[@TitoMariategui]

One of the best reviews of the hd 660s. I just ordered them! Thanks!

[@lasergun001]

You totally nailed it. I just got my hands on a pair of 660s recently and I love it. Coming from a 600 owner, also a metal fan for 30 years.

[@GrimmJow010]

Are they really this good for heavy metal, and generally a faster music fan? I got hd 650 and they seem underwhelming :C lack the punch

[@TheNitpicker]

Neither of those is really punchy, that's not what they are known for

[@SuperMarquis69]

Just purchased the 660s as my first pair of Sennheisers and your video and translation of the 660s has made me fully confident that I got it right when looking for a well-balanced pair of cans. Thanks, my friend!

[@TheAwesonymous]

How are they for gaming? Otherwise are they great for music listening?

[@cydia11centra]

@@TheAwesonymous have you got them? how are they for gaming/music?

[@cydia11centra]

@M. S i bought a monolith m1060 and I'm happy with it

[@cydia11centra]

@M. S because it's has planar drivers it doesn't need much power and it's my first high end set up so i got a (SMSL SD793-II) it's a dac/amp combo and so far it's really good

[@konna200]

I sold my HD800 for this one! Its wierd because in my preferences its so much better for my use! Btw i love youre reviews especially for Headphone reviews!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

[@TheNitpicker]

Same here, I prefer the 660S as well, 800 never quite got me

[@jeffersononetwo]

Great review! I just ordered my pair of HD-660s & I plan to run them balanced on DAC/AMP.

[@EldritchAugur]

Fantastic in-depth comparison between the 6xx line. Exactly what I was looking for. I've been considering upgrading from my 650's and this video convinced me to do it.

[@gabrielsousa3926]

"Don't have 2 much to say about them" Look at those sweet 23 minutes Starts laughing

[@brianliu522]

Thanks for your review. I am using iFi Zen DAC v1. balanced connection with HD660s. Very happy with the results. They are very detailed, smooth, natural and realistic sound with a touch of warmth. With 150 ohm impedance I never need to turn the volume above 11 o’clock. As it is not heavy, I can listen for a few hours without feeling fatigue. I mainly listen to classical music which I think HD660s is ideal for this genre. No matter it’s Chopin’s nocturne (solo piano) or Schubert’s string quartets or symphonies by Beethoven and Mahler involving 100 + pieces of instruments of varied tones and textures, the HD660s reproduces them with ease and accuracy. The HD660S makes me feel I am sitting right in the best seat of the concert hall.

[@MrStevem121]

What I like about your review is that you aren't constantly praising it. Your are bring critical when needed and when comparing it with others. You aren't scared to tell your son that you love him, but that he's not good at table tennis. Nice one dude

[@bigherb]

Great review dude! The 660s are amazing and in my opinion very comfortable. I use them balanced with a Jotunheim and i would say this is the best bang for buck setup you can get

[@oranges3482]

hd 58x jubilee and schiit fulla is better for your money

[@PK-qs5xw]

@@oranges3482 The problem is massdrop is only in the us and shipping interationally takes a very long time through massdrop

[@leonidkim3708]

Thanks Damir. You have nailed me again. I have bought it today. Regards from New Zealand. Kim

[@ELSA-ex4ph]

What I like about your videos it's like your not acting like a professional but I feel like I am discovering these headphones with you and you never shove a particular product down but make great comparisons.

[@ELSA-ex4ph]

Damir Franc it's ok if you like them but I think their place isn't quite as high as some people put them on a list in comparison to the hd600 series and lcd2

[@ELSA-ex4ph]

Damir Franc I respect that their more exciting to listen too less clinical than the hd600 I just felt the mids didn't have the impact that my hd600 had and the mods I tried made then harsh in the mids and I started to get confused by them it just didn't have a place in my can list I wanted great liquid sweet mids with great planar low ends with upscaled nice with higher ampdacs and the he500 are my favs which the m1060 too my ears didn't sound much difference on my ifi micro black label and my android phone . Strange that when a great planar headphones on turbo mode on the black label gets more detail you should try it with your lcd2-c btw thanks with the reply love your vids

[@raymonddoiro4060]

XBOX BESTBOX Commander

[@mcsenny4793]

You just earned yourself a new subscriber (:

[@mattkeener77]

Great Review!! I've been on the fence when it comes to the 660s. Now I think I'm going to have to try a pair.

[@tbonethugg]

listening to you on my HD 598, I think it's time I upgraded :D thanks for the great review!

[@dr-rd]

Thanks for the great review! My HD 600 died after 17 years of service, and Im searching for a worthy successor :). You helped me to find the right one!

[@techmantra4521]

17 years??? Should I think of these as an investment then if they last that long? :O

[@Libasor]

@@techmantra4521 Well I had to replace the cable and the foam 2 times, that was all. They did a great job.

[@Tripokaridos22]

OK you win me , Just subscribed after a lot of reading on Head-fi and listening for my self these...NOW yes I trust you more than most reviewers.

[@sinalp2]

You just earned yourself a new subscriber. happy 660s user

[@FliskerX]

I don't think the comfort is that big of an issue, I had no problems at all and friend who auditioned them also didn't notice any issues with clamping force or anything else. It probably depends on your head shape/size. As far as differences go from 650's I would say these are faster, tighter base, better resolution, no veil, great treble, bigger soundstage. It's just amazing. Second best headphone I've heard after HD800S and HD800's is not all rounder.

[@anatol1204]

Nice..If you did music production with a lot of instruments ( separation) you would choose these or something from the audeze line , dt 1990 or hd 800s?

[@RobNotANumber]

Thanks for the recommendation. I have fallen in love with music all over again. Now to find a portable dac/amp to match that doesn't cost like a mojo but has better sound than the laptop and iphone

[@1ce2berg]

Any luck?

[@anthonym.8646]

great review! what would you recommend out of 650's, 660's or another pair for reference mixing? I've got IEM's to hear the bass if i need to separately so focusing on being balanced, neutral and good imaging

[@AnotherHaloReviewer]

Been hoping for a video like this!

[@dnalekaw4699]

Hi man, love your review. Would you say you prefer the 2-bump or 4-bump headband padding style? Many thanks.

[@TFWandyzilla]

Why the fuck didn't I know about this guy? The most likeable reviewer. And he has a lot of information to share. You don't have to watch 20-30 mins to not find out much. Subbed and will follow u.

[@ohnonate]

Hi Damir, thanks for the review. What would you suggest for classical music and jazz. Thanks 650 or 660

[@TheNitpicker]

Personally I'd ALWAYS chose the 660 over 650, I don't like the 650 anymore for a long time

[@ohnonate]

@@TheNitpicker thanks! Also i love your reviews! Appreciate it.

[@Toschh]

Thanks for the review! I do like your enthusiasm for headphones! That’s not something you see normally from a reviewer. I’m thinking about getting these and a Nfb:28 or the new Nfb r2r. I think I have the same taste in headphones as you. I own a dt 990pro but I did have a sennheiser and I do miss that perfection of sound. Like you say it’s not overemphasized but it’s just sound so clean and perfect

[@lostncal]

Great review .....I think your take are pretty spot on. Thanks for sharing.

[@Harolddespui]

Soundstage width is always a trade-off with focussing. The wider the less focussing and vice versa.

[@thanh-dungnguyen8078]

In the reality an orchester doesn't sound so wide. I prefer focussing and some depth. For a headphone , if the soundstage is too wide your listening is too much L R pingpong.

[@Tripokaridos22]

The best Reviewer by far. Most headphones that i have are spot on to his reviews

[@BookClubDisaster]

Also I'm convinced headphone burn in is real. I got these 2 weeks ago and I thought they sounded slightly muffled. Now they sound amazingly clear and high fidelity. I don't think it's my brain adjusting.

[@legendsheart3768]

I'm still stuck on choosing the 660s or the 600 . I just want the vocals to sound natural and not metallic as I've heard people say . Which do you think has a more natural sounding tone in terms of vocals ? .

[@JSym92]

After having owned these for the last 5 months, the best way I can describe them in 1 sentence; The endgame of daily drivers.

[@mikecoshan3752]

Brilliant review, mine come on Saturday so will see how they will compare with the HD600 that I used to have

[@studio_person]

So what is your verdict? I am between these two now.

[@SeanLiu4]

For anyone who stumbles across this vid and this comment, I will say the clamp force on the HD 660s is incredibly high out of the box. They were super uncomfortable after 30 min of wearing them for the first month. In the 2nd month, I noticed that it started to ease up. Now, after 3-4 months of use they are snug - Just the right clamping force and good fit

[@Mephyst986]

Finally I bought one(used, but perfect), upgrading my HD579. I can't to put into words how good it is. It's incredible with really high quality jazz music (but with others too), I'm using it with a bit bass boost now.(45hz, +6db) I think the vocals on 579 are brilliant(!) too, maybe the biggest differences: clarity is better and musical instruments are a lot more realistic on HD660S. I feel like the music is more clear, alive and accurate, mainly with Jazz music. The HD579 is really good with its price, I think that must be enough for most people to enjoy music on a good level. I think the extra price(3x) is worth it only for audio/music fans like me, for only enjoying the music(all genre) I still can recommend the 579. After hours with 660s, and putting back the 579, I can't say that is a bad headphone, becouse less clarity and reality hiding on a good/not bad way (after a short time my brain and ears can like that sound again, but with some tracks the difference is really big - for Jazz or something like that doesn't hesitate to buy this, It worths every penny). It maybe can help for some people, who are plannig but hesitating to upgrade from 579/598, and beginners like me.:) The only bad thing, I can't stop listenning this now.:) With the highest quality/and enginered tracks it really mindblowing for me.

[@TheNitpicker]

Well there‘s the HD 58X, pretty much a 660S for just 150, for those who want greatness on a budget

[@Mephyst986]

@@TheNitpicker news: Finally I bought a Dragonfly Cobalt for this.. and I finally started to feel it, where start the high-end. The difference is HUGE in every aspects, I can't be more happy. With Fiio E10K, sound was good, but with Cobalt it's on a really completely different level with my 660s. E10k still have incredible price/quality ratio.

[@TFWandyzilla]

I got my 660s today: They are everything u described: warm, super detailed, punchy enough bass (tho not much), almost no soundstage. My big problem: The 16k band is non existent. This means the highs have no air at all. They sound muffled, not there, it's like they don't even exist. I fixed it by adding +7db in the 16k band. It completely change to a detailed monster with decent, yet still relaxed highs. If u have these, please try bumping the 16k frequency just for a few minutes. You'll be amazed if you do love thick sound, but also somewhat detailed highs.

[@user-vi3tb3bw5t]

Give them a bit to break in. Owning 650s I know that I was feeling the same way but once the transducers break in and the pads they will usually open up. That being said, the 650s and the 600 line in general are known for being "veiled" in the highs. I also add 5db on the top and the bottom as well that turns the wolly bass in to a deeper darker poppier bass hit.

[@DonHamlin]

Great review, I love your enthusiasm. I would appreciate a comparison to Aeon Flow Open.

[@theoperator1761]

I have both. The aeon is a great. It has a bit more bass, and a tad more soundstage. Very comfortable and just overall a clean sounding headphone. The 660s have great mids, seems to have a boost in bass in the mids and highs. Surprised that I actually enjoy edm on theses... Very rarely some songs will sound shrill. Personally, I prefer the 660s as a daily driver. The aeon is extremely comfortable and can be worn for long periods, but they feel a bit clunky on my head in comparison to the 660s. I like velour pads for long sessions and the 660s do that right. There is clamp, but after a long time they do loosen and fit like a glove. For price consideration, the aeons also require high current amps which can be more expensive, the 660s you can get away with less.

[@hectorfernandez743]

Hey, what would you recommend for mixing and mastering the shure srh 1840 or the Sennheiser HD 660 S? or maybe something else?

[@TheNitpicker]

shure

[@hectorfernandez743]

@@TheNitpicker thank you so much

[@squirrelscanfly2547]

Are they good for gaming?

[@colonelbasic9736]

I have the LDC2 C, HD600 and HD650, are the HD660s still worth getting? (I was never too happy with the HD650 btw)

[@TheNitpicker]

I don't like the 650 either but if you already have the LCD2C like I do as well there's no real need but you could just buy the HD58X, save a lot of money and pretty have a 660S, I bought the 58X myself

[@donunus]

just curious in case I missed it, what amp are you using with these at the moment?

[@yashgarg4874]

you took a whole minute to explain that just a minute doesn't mean a minute. nicely put review btw, totally agreed.

[@progbl]

You pour your heart and soul into your reviews, so detailed and to the point, I love them and this one is no exception. Actually you have me sold on these but unfortunately at this moment HD 660s are too pricey, 500€ on amazon.it or 430€ on amazon.de i hate to say it but they will have to wait for a few months. In the meantime I was thinking about buying PXC 550 because of the ANC and Bluetooth options, I commute a lot and I want better sound than my earphones can provide. Yes I know they cannot compare but I would still like to hear your opinion, knowing that PXC 550 can connect through wire as well and do have BT4.2 with aptx support. I saw and read a lot of good and semi good reviews for PXC 550 and I have to admit I'm pretty much set on buying them, but no one covered this segment wired and BTW difference and how they stand with the higher end models like HD 660s. So I would very much like to hear your judgement. Note I love that flat-ish sound you mentioned and I'm stepping up my audiophile game from ATH M40x (which I love) with fiio k1 a very budget option to PXC 550 and HD 660s with SMSL AD18. Thank you very much, if you don't have time even a few words in the comment would suffice. Cheers

[@trevisrobotie924]

can it be powered by a high resolution audiophile mp3 player and/or cell phone? i move around a lot on foot and i need my music at all times

[@charliobrown3960]

Hi, do you think the 660s could be a really good improvement from the 579 that I think you really like? Thanks!

[@TheNitpicker]

Yes but you could also just buy the way cheaper HD58X, almost the same headphone

[@6643bear]

Hi great informative video, as you may know the 660s2 is now out and sennheiser now selling the S1 original for £259 at the moment. I already purchased massdrop 6XX though, re the pads they are not comfortable as my hd575 which lot thicker than my 560 and 6XX. If they thicker like my 575 I think be great . Regards mark

[@brandonburr4900]

I agree with you. Sennheiser knew what they were doing making this headphone. A lot of positive reviews. If sennheiser were to ever make another hd 600 headphone to add it would be more difficult with the hd600 and hd650 that are available.

[@MrNocturnal1]

HD 660 S: I am LEGEND HD 58X Jubilee: Bout to ruin this whole man's career!

[@ALH1415]

Any idea if an amp is needed to run the 58x’s?

[@chadfranklin47]

@@ALH1415 not NEEDED, but helps

[@benegesserit9838]

bought one at 313 euro and a zen dac v2, with balanced connexion sounds pretty damn good...

[@brianliu522]

I have the identical set up as yours. Very happy with the sound.

[@jumiofuya8793]

Now you are getting me really interested with this review.l am going to try and listen to them when l get my fiio q5 as l would be using them for mobile.Well,that's the plan..Job well done.

[@majestyk3337]

The pads on all three are the same now. If you buy new Sennheiser brand pads on Amazon or from Sennheiser, they will be the harder variety. The older softer (velvety) ones are discontinued. The old ones feel better but I like the sound of the newer ones better...less veil.

[@marekkouril7134]

Hello, would you consider MrSpeakers Aeon Flow Open as an upgrade from classic HD 600?

[@alejandromiguel8599]

Who's better HD 660s for $413 USD or HiFiman Sundara for $356 USD? Especially for listen Rock, Metal and classical. thank you.

[@Mephyst986]

Hi Nitpicker!:) HD660s will be a big upgrade from HD579?

[@TheNitpicker]

i'd say yes

[@Mephyst986]

@@TheNitpicker Finally I bought one..(used, but perfect) I can't to put into words how good it is. It's incredible with really high quality jazz music (but with others too), I'm using it with a bit bass boost now. I think the vocals on 579 are brilliant(!) too, maybe the biggest differences: clarity is better and musical instruments are a lot more realistic on HD660S. I feel like the music is more clear, alive and accurate, mainly with Jazz music. The HD579 is really good with its price, I think that must be enough for most people to enjoy music on a good level. I think the extra price(3x) is worth it only for audio/music fans like me, for only enjoying the music(all genre) I still can recommend the 579. After hours with 660s, and putting back the 579, I can't say that is a bad headphone, becouse less clarity and reality hiding on a good/not bad way (after a short time my brain and ears can like that sound again, but with some tracks the difference is really big). It maybe can help for some people, who are plannig but hesitating to upgrade from 579/598, and beginners like me.:) The only bad thing, I can't stop listenning this now.:) With the highest quality/and enginered tracks it really mindblowing for me. Off: You deserve more views and subs. I really like how you like music and headphones, your reviews are full with soul. I'm learning english too from your videos. Good luck and thank you again!

[@Mephyst986]

news: Finally I bought a Dragonfly Cobalt for this.. and I finally started to feel it, where start the high-end. The difference is HUGE in every aspects, I can't be more happy. With Fiio E10K, sound was good, but with Cobalt it's on a really completely different level with my 660s.

[@JohnSmith-oe4bw]

Compared to the 600/650, I like the added weight in the mid bass up to about 1k. What I DON'T like, is the added 2-3db dip between 1.5-5k. The 660s sacrifices detail for beef/tone. It's a good headphone, but I think the 600/650 are better balanced, tonally.

[@JohnSmith-oe4bw]

Yeah, the 650's can sound "spongy". Like when you turn up the volume, the sponge effect persists. You listen to metal, so you should be able to still hear the difference in guitar string attack (on lead lines, for instance) between the 600/650 & 660s. I'm listening to the new Priest on 48/24 HD tracks, switching between these HP's, and the crispness of the guitars is a little muted on the 660s.

[@paritosh_arahat]

Hey i listen to music only on lg v40 tidal hifi. Do you think 660s would work for me or do I go for lower end iems like hd 599? (Quality is my priority)

[@TheNitpicker]

660s is fine, it works

[@paritosh_arahat]

@@TheNitpicker thanks bro..! I'm planning to buy the 660s.. But what's stopping me is that in my room even with closed windows and doors some little noise still comes of the vehicles as the road is nearby. So should I really go for the open back headphones as I want the clarity and quality of the music? Or would be better off with the closed back headphones? Ps: I have never used any headphones before, only earphones

[@jazzymart5]

Great review. Just picked up a mint sec hand set this week. My only other close comparison being HD580 I'm a bit late on this .....But for the UK . Where can you get decent spare pads . Can't see any genuine pads anywhere . Got a spare headband but not pads ......assume pads are the same for all the 600 range. ? Anyone found any in UK. ? Even sennheiser seem to be no stock . Thanks.

[@nicktan4530]

Hi how do you compare it with the PCX 550 ? Still considering. Not sure about other reviews but yours seems legit and unbiased

[@nicktan4530]

Damir Franc but wireless still can connect with wired right ?

[@chadalexander292]

Are they OK, to use with just ur phone are u got to use a amp

[@slyfox720]

I got sucked into the Sony MDR-Z7 and enjoyed then for awhile but I found they were not really transparent and made the music found too artificial. With some experience with Sennheiser's lower end headphones, I decided to pick up the 660s a few days ago. Right now I am burning them in but I from my first impression these are exactly what I am looking for. They sounded a lot more natural!!

[@BookClubDisaster]

Comparing comfort on a new pair probably isn't fair to comparing them to a broken in pari. Are you sure the earpads and clamping weren't the same on the 600's when brand new?

[@TheNitpicker]

No other similar Sennheiser ever got so comfy like the 600, no matter how much burn in, not sure why. The 58x got better with time but never as soft as the 600, always a bit harder

[@kieraiou680]

Thumbs up for the great and enthusiastic review. I finally got chance to listen and compare the 6** series at my local headphone shop. I agreed that the 660S hit the sweet spot between 600 and 650. I always prefer the mids of 600 but find its sound stage to be too narrow. However, the price jump from 600 to 660S is quite big. My best bet is the HD58X which appears to sound similar but with slightly more sub-bass. Currently, i am waiting for the shipment to reach my home. Side note: I’m still loving the MT5 which i bought immediately after seeing your review.

[@koutcheroukheinrich9935]

I guess Shure 1840 are much more neutral then those. am I right?

[@juliansimmons7700]

Your enthusiasm for the 660 S reminds me of your Yamaha HPH-MT5 review (BTW from which I immediately bought the MT5's). I'm using headphones for mixing & mastering when I'm out of the studio ( - monitors Neumann KH120). The MT5's have worked out very close to Neumann's yet the mids tend to shout and actually the MT5 bass while very present and fast has proved to be slightly lean compared to my monitors and when heard on other systems; the MT5 soundstage just a bit too 'electronic' and flat. I've tried : Fidelio X2HR (very weird wavy EQ), AKG 550 III ('grey' sounding, clashy and confused, raised pitch, I really hated these), DT700 80ohm (expansive but mids recessed and highs too 'aluminium-foil'). Now I'm wondering about Fostex TR50RP. Finding the right 'mixing/monitor' headphone is getting expensive! ...so the MT5's remain on my head (BTW I don't know why they aren't more popular - I'm currently the only person on Amazon to have reviewed them!). Anyway back to the HD 660 S; I'm needing to use headphones with minimal gear, something that can be driven from a MacBook Pro, the MT5 are fine and very loud, the DT770 80ohm are ok, loud enough. I do also use a Motu UltraLite interface when out of the studio but not always. Could the HD 660 S be what I'm looking for? - tonally rich, detailed and spatially expansive, open-back is fine. £430 here in the UK, a lot (esp compared to the MT5), but would be worth it if they deliver. BTW another great review, love how you twist your shoulders while reimagining sonic experiences and bringing them to words!

[@juliansimmons7700]

...thanks for the instant reply, almost as if you were in the room! I'll order them and see how they translate.

[@juliansimmons7700]

After further research I think the 660's will not reveal the bass freq that I require. Often there are unwanted 'thumps' in live recorded tracks that some headphones hide - yet most speakers reveal; when mastering I need to fully hear into that region to eq them out, or re-record. The MT5's are serving well, even better, oddly enough, than the DT770 - in terms of revealing those low freqs. However detailed the 660's are, I think they might be just too polite in the bass. I've just ordered a 'made in Japan' set of phones (that have no reviews) - I'm experimenting with my instinct, and yes this is for studio use, not 'home listening' (though both worlds shouldn't be mutually exclusive). I'll report back ...if that's ok.

[@HOTSPEEDMike]

how does it compare to HD599?

[@ximian]

Recently I chose to purchase Audeze LCD-1 over Sennheiser HD600. Could you review the LCD-1 in the future? I think it’s the HD600 killer.

[@TheNitpicker]

nope, no access to audeze anymore, from what I heard though the 1 isn't all that good, I also don't think it kills the 600 since both don't directly compete, should sound quite different, I also don't like the 600 at all anymore, sounds kinda off by now

[@TFWandyzilla]

The firstt thing u do when u buy the 6xx series: Put them over a box bigger than your head for 1-2 days, and also let them play to burn them in. They won't clamp AT ALL anymore. I do that to all my headphones.

[@paulcoddington664]

I ended up putting up with the initial discomfort and used my head. I was worried doing it any other way came with the risk of overdoing it - too loose, the bass extension might be compromised if there is insufficient sealing of the pads around the ears. Part of the tightness turned out to be not quite extending them far enough (initial fitting is easier with a mirror). The discomfort ended up being very short lived (a day or two). Burn in is a somewhat controversial topic, but I found mine congested and shouty out of the box with subdued treble, almost muffled (HD 650). Pink noise overnight at moderate (not high) levels for 4 days sorted it. It had me worried for a bit, as the out of box sound was unacceptable. I decided it was unlikely to be a fault, as both drivers obviously matched well across the whole frequency spectrum with mono sources. Interestingly enough, the approximate point on the volume control at which they became shouty and congested with music also exhibited a significant shift in the audible balance of pink noise. I deliberately avoided listening to music and paid attention to this to make sure the burn-in effect was more likely to be real (no chance for my brain to "get used" to them). This transition point moved further up the volume control every day and then disappeared altogether within normal volume range (after 4 overnight runs). At which point, there was more high end, more ambience and detail at lower volumes, no congestion and shoutiness on peaks and crescendos. It became obvious why people were raving about them. They compare favorably to the timbre and frequency balance of live acoustic un-miked instruments (including drums and cymbals, especially vocal, piano and guitar), subdued in the high end compared to some other headphones, but not when compared to real life (but perhaps more neutral headphones reveal that many recordings are engineered a bit on the bright side).

[@Mask242]

So many reviewers and you are the most neutral convincingly one. Thanx

[@rolandlickert2904]

You convince me just order the 660s greeting from Bali

[@Mr8GiF]

Don't forget the Aeon Flow in tomorrows review , i am very interested and ready to buy :-)

[@irun2sanaxox]

I’ve heard one person say that the 660 S is a mix/middle of 600 & 650, would you agree?

[@irun2sanaxox]

LMAO NEVER MIND, I literally paused the video right before you started talking about how it is a mix of the two headphones, what a coincidence 😂

[@irun2sanaxox]

Damir Franc okay awesome, thanks for the reply & the great video

[@vincenthusvh]

How do the 660s compare to the 599 in terms of sound quality and sound stage?

[@TheNitpicker]

At least one level in all aspects

[@vincenthusvh]

@@TheNitpicker you mean at least one level down? Thank you so much for the quick reply🙌

[@TheNitpicker]

The 660S are at least one level better

[@vincenthusvh]

@@TheNitpicker is the 660s better than the Denon 5200? I can get them for the same price

[@TheNitpicker]

Totally different and not comparable

[@irun2sanaxox]

Z Revies said that the imaging are much much better with the 660 S than 600, would you agree with him?

[@irun2sanaxox]

Damir Franc hmm such a hard choose, I’ve been debating between the 600 or 660 S, my current daily driver are Apple EarPods & I’ve jus been wanting true to life & high performing sounding headphones for a while now, I think ima go with the 600 first cause I been wanting the true representation then the 660 S sometime later

[@irun2sanaxox]

Damir Franc interesting, I’ve honestly jus been clueless, I would love to have most accurate sound possible but then theirs drawbacks to the 600, it jus sucks cause I can’t listen to them for myself then choose you know but I will take your word, I do believe you

[@irun2sanaxox]

Damir Franc ya you’re right, thanks for the replies back, they were helpful 😌.

[@Tripokaridos22]

I got the NEW HD660s 2020 FL version , way better plastics , way better softer pads :)

[@bratosin1]

Million dollars question, hd660s or dt1990pros ? Damn it's so hard to pick one !

[@bratosin1]

Damir Franc Thank you bro for the answer ! For now I have the k712pro and overall I think is really a very good sounding headphone

[@Tripokaridos22]

Best review. A recommendation for open back big soundstage and bass for games headphone?

[@TheNitpicker]

i guess dt990, or tygr, possibly sennheiser gsp 500 which should be bassy, don't know how big it's soundstage is though might work, can't really think of much more that fits that bill,

[@Tripokaridos22]

@@TheNitpicker between 990pro ans Philips x2hr ? U are the one i trust everything that i bought by your recommendation was spot on.

[@TheNitpicker]

Never actually heard the Philips

[@NotOrdinaryInGames]

Eagerly awaiting HD670.

[@TheNitpicker]

670? Are there any rumors about it? I kinda doubt there's gonna be a successor anytime soon and the name kinda doesn't seem fitting either. It would come way to quick and sound like a minimal update, something brands like sennheiser usually don't do

[@NotOrdinaryInGames]

Oh, I wish. I just want a FLAT detailed endgame (but under 500 dollars) headphone with good soundstage. Neither HD660 nor Beyer 1990 cut it, but both a SO close!

[@TheNitpicker]

No Sennheiser is really flat, the 660 is far from it

[@NotOrdinaryInGames]

I don't expect anything under 1,000 to produce a flat line, don't be hyperbolic. Flat ENOUGH is the word.

[@TheNitpicker]

but it's not even close

[@MarkoMaky]

are they better or similiar to HD700 ?

[@TheNitpicker]

Never really used the 700 for more than a few minutes, didn't really like their fit and comfort though, I feel I'd prefer the 660

[@Tripokaridos22]

Your pro help please i need to buy open back headphones to use woth 3.5 portable dac. I contact Sennheiser and they dont have short 3.5 cable for these.

[@TheNitpicker]

In that case I guess custom cables are your option

[@BookClubDisaster]

Not going to lie: as an American it's hard not to listen to him without thinking, "Why is he doing an Arnold Schwarzeneggger impression?".

[@franzb69]

the only thing i like about 660s is that it requires less power than the other ones.

[@scottlowell493]

Super müde! I just ordered the HD660S to replace my HD600.

[@pokiis3of10]

@@ivanivkovicmusic how is it guys?

[@pietossing]

@@pokiis3of10 FYI: I know this comment is months old but I replaced my HD600 with them too. It's just better. Cleaner, a little more but not overwhelming bass. It's lovely.

[@XTuttiX]

where I can find this 660s in frankfurt ?

[@giadar2963]

When its time to get new oem pads for 600650660 they sell only one model and that's same as 660. I don't have good amp and i like the most vocal range so 660 was no brainer.. Only brands what i like is sennheiser and beyerdynamics. If phones last 10 years can't even use so many before endgame over..

[@p2777]

Agreed if you didn't like the veil...you will like these...not source dependent and clarity

[@michabarlev4449]

Do they inherit the famous veil ?

[@juancarlosfernandezvila]

Sennheiser HD 660s or Shure SRH 1840?

[@TheNitpicker]

For me easily the 660S

[@juancarlosfernandezvila]

@@TheNitpicker Thank you so much Damir. I have a home studio. I use ATH-M40 and will still keep them for reference. I'm trying to get some premium headphones for mixing and mastering. Do you still recommend to stick with HD660s? Would I need an extra amplifier for my focusrite 8i6 interface? I was also considering the Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro. Your advice will be almost definitive for my choice.

[@charlysti6299]

I have the m1060c with out the wood covers and the audeze LCD x, I love both but I keep coming back more to the 1060. Would love to see a comparison between the audeze LCD classic and senheiser 660. Love your videos, hope you can still do then in English.

[@TheNitpicker]

I actually made a comparison between 6 headphones, those 2 were part of it

[@charlysti6299]

Thank you I did saw it earlier today it was really helpful for me to decide what headphones I'll be using

[@charlysti6299]

The Nitpicker I love your review on the audeze LCD classic I would like to buy them but my wife gave me the sad eye because of my lcd x and m1060 purchase lol

[@TheNitpicker]

if you already have those 2 you don't really need the Classic, all good

[@charlysti6299]

The Nitpicker thanks for your videos it makes it easier to choose between so many great headphone. Joshua valboar, z reviews and you are my main channels for HiFi audio

[@Quimet93]

Just bought a pair on amazon italy.

[@Quimet93]

Yeah, I'll be using it with my NFB 28.28 and it will be a good partner with my Edition X, E-MU Teak and the HD 58X when i get those.

[@Quimet93]

I think you meant to say the 11.28. If it's the 11.28 you won't regret.

[@Quimet93]

I can't wait to see your review on that, I've recommended it few times to you.

[@Toschh]

Hey! How’s the Nfb 11:28 sound with these headphones? I’m thinking of buying both of them. Or maybe the NFB r2r which would be little bit smoother more musical. Cheers

[@Toschh]

Quimet93 forgot to tag you:)

[@jonathanarquiza6437]

DT 1990 pro or hd 660s?

[@jonathanarquiza6437]

I listen to mostly hip hop but jazz type hip hop. Thank you for your response!

[@Circiaify]

DT 1990s are the superior headphone but from a comfort, take a bit to break in or like me, I went out and bought a different pad.

[@TheNitpicker]

Superior mostly comes down to personal preference

[@nevuxxx]

@@Circiaify Do you own both the 660s and these? If not, what is this statement even based on? The consensus between reviews is that both are different but on par in terms of 'quality', allthough with something as subjective as audio it's very difficult to make a definitive judgement about that.

[@CT37BN]

Save your $190 and just go with HD600. It is the benchmark and the best.

[@CT37BN]

It's aesthetically pleasing but not worth the extra for a very slight change in audio, plus it doesn't upscale as good as HD600/650.. for that amount you can even get another fantastic headphone or DAC/amp.

[@leiners7241]

if the difference is $100, which one would you recommend?

[@ELSA-ex4ph]

I would like to see a hifiman he500 vs 660s comparion video

[@nadeemahmad2557]

Appreciate

[@loen6478]

have you tried 580?

[@TheNitpicker]

No but 58X

[@loen6478]

@@TheNitpicker they are completely different, you should look for them if you can

[@TheNitpicker]

I know but at this point the 580 is old and hard to get

[@loen6478]

@@TheNitpicker not really, depends on the country ai guess, if you are from europe just look for other countries second hand sites

[@Tripokaridos22]

You are PRO the reason? U are the only one understand that OLD pads are different than the new ones. I have all 6 series and the NEW Pads are way more conical and the lip like u said feels bad , Also because of the more conical form after some months the NEW pads are getting more down than the old ones, So my ears on the new pads now are touching the inside , something that doesnt happen on the OLD pads that are keept thicker after the same 6 months. Until now i have ordered 2 New 050635 code pads and all of them are the same :(

[@TheNitpicker]

I'm not a pro at all, I'm just a stichler in certain things, so I notice some small oddities more than some others, that's not always a good thing though

[@Tripokaridos22]

@@TheNitpicker What i like is that u are like that. Can i ask ? I have all 5 and 6 series of Sennheiser and i wanted to Buy an open back around 100-150 price from other Company but i dont want somthing that is Bright on highs . Can u please tell me what headphone u advice ? Thanks a lot.

[@TheNitpicker]

beyer 990 edition 600 ohm

[@Tripokaridos22]

@@TheNitpicker just order them thank u so much for the reply.

[@eddiebaby22]

best of the 600 range for me too, but still not amazed as some by them,

[@allen0088]

I a/b 660 and 800s and they sound similar

[@TheNitpicker]

Similar....

[@yifuhood]

I just auditioned the 660s, to me is------ 650 vs 660s like coffee with milk. 650 coffee latte(more milk less coffee), 660s cappuccino (less milk more coffee). 600 boring coffee. if you want something exciting (espresso) try X2 or hifiman( I don't like hifiman), if you want milk try sony MDR-Z1r. I still love my HD650, I am a classical musician, I listen to jazz and classical most of the time. if the 660s cost 350 to 380 euro , maybe i will think about them, to be honest , the difference is not day and night between 650 and 660s

[@cydia11centra]

which is better?

[@STF_YVR]

@@cydia11centra read the numbers

[@cydia11centra]

@@STF_YVR wow thanks man i couldn't decide for more than a year but your reply helped me!!