Sennheiser HD400s - Affordable, Reliable & Balanced Sound

[@antunkatona5674]

Hi! You needn't be shocked at the low number of reviews of this headphone. That's a consequence of an unbelievable number of 'reviewers' who endlessly recycle each other's comments and very rarely add a comment of value or relevance. It is simply hilarious how some of them even have the nerve to say something that costs a thousand dollars or euros is 'a good value'. The term 'diminishing returns' has been misused and abused a million times over but what most people don't realise is just how quickly that law 'kicks in'. That's why I congratulate you, Sir, for speaking your mind, without false pretence. I may not always agree with you but I appreciate your input. Cheers!

[@scrappymtz]

I am so glad that someone does a review that focuses on the audio's detail. Barely anyone does it so detailed, thank you.

[@abutia]

It sounds like the HD 400 S a perfect fit for me. Thank you for reviewing a headphone in this price range. I just ordered one.

[@NoThemeReviews]

Hope it works out!

[@rigvedgirkar7817]

So...how is it

[@abutia]

@@rigvedgirkar7817 I switched fast to Philips X2HR, and the 400 S was not my favorite. With the 400 S, I found out that I want warmer Headphones.

[@rigvedgirkar7817]

@@abutia that's too expensive but fine..

[@abutia]

@@rigvedgirkar7817 That is what I thought too, but now the 400S is collecting dust and I use the X2HR every day. I tried to save money and, in the end spend more.

[@ethanshenk2058]

This is a nicely done review and i appreciate you making this cause i have been wanting a decent sounding headphone but not paying an absurd amount just to listen to music privately and have near audiophile quality

[@schqrr]

I agree lol, had to leave a sub

[@schqrr]

I agree lol, would love to see more reviews like this

[@RC-qc2nz]

I saw a bunch of reviews and I appreciate your work. The only thing I cannot understand is how you talk about the hd 560s. The build quality is better than the HD 400s. Here in Germany we have different "plastics" but we call it Kunststoff and it is in no way cheap made. The hd 560s will hold many years and it's a serious competitor in that price range. Had many headphones and many high end headphones and the hd 560s doesn't have to shame. That's my opinion. But I enjoy your work and I will continue to look up to your channel 😉 Greetings from Germany 🍻👍

[@alexandrebier4581]

I know this is a fairly old video, but your review is by far the most compreheensive I could find. I loved how objective you were and how you provide tracks we can check ourselves to tell how they fare with headphones we might already use, like or dislike. If this isn't too much to ask, how do you think this headphone would work for people looking for an on-ear, at home, guitar recording monitor piece? For comparison, I have been using an AKG k92 for several years now, it has served me well, but its time has come. Thanks in advance!

[@NoThemeReviews]

I think it might work out pretty well. Comfort might be an issue as with any on-ear headphones, but I can’t think of any reason why you couldn’t use it for that purpose.

[@NoName-uy4fx]

Just got my 400s this morning and I"m using them now to watch this video

[@NoName-uy4fx]

@Flaxov excellent I'm using them right now

[@Sid3300]

I’ve had mine since March 2020, and you know what. Pretty underrated headphones in my opinion. They only just started wearing out recently, the right ear cup has just gone. Upgrading to Sony mdr 7506 😅

[@Unofficial_Creators]

Are there any replacement ear pads for this model ? I didn't find anything for mines.

[@Sid3300]

@@Unofficial_Creators I don’t know as I’ve replaced mine with another set of headphones. Have a look on ebay

[@Unofficial_Creators]

@@Sid3300 ok

[@vincentchen9454]

Thank you for the review. I chose this one as my first headphones ever lol and also trying sennheiser. Finally escaping the cheap earbuds sounds

[@coffeeflush5313]

This headphone takes EQ'ing particularly well. You can use the EQ settings for a HD 4.5 btnc on this headphone.

[@mikelisteral7863]

ya use the eq to fix all the broke sound signatures on every headphone. make them all flat as they should be

[@trazyntheinfinitehereforur828]

I just brought my set and decided to look them up but honestly coming from a pair of wired beats that are atleast 8 years old, require charging without having Bluetooth, will randomly stop working and are straight up falling apart I was happy to have a full comfortable set of headphones that don’t feel cheap or worn that I barely notice and don’t threaten to hurt my ears, do they feel like ones I’ve tested no but they feel how I want them to comfortable, well made and good sound quality I’d also like to say that in comparison to not only my old beats but also a low tier rgb gaming headset I have for my pc the sound is so much better

[@kevanmcnay3079]

I paid £49.99 for mine on Amazon , they ARE over eat , but only just .....very comfortable for an hour or so , then they make themselves known ......sound wise , sometimes vocals sound tinny for the first 10 mins or so , not sure why , but once they’ve settled in it’s a great sound , nice deep bass .....wire can be detached , but I’ve no idea how to , plus it’s 3.5 to 2.5 with some sort of special fit so still a mess on to replace

[@LyuboA]

i hate when ppl hype something blindly like it's the Best thing on the planet and more so when they do it over and over again it's like they can't think for themselves

[@IslamS9]

2 mins in the video I just subscribed! This is the review I'm looking for and no more to find about this anywhere else. Great Detailed video. Thank you!

[@mandapuspi]

Thank you for the review! I just bought this headphone for as cheap as US$ 58 here in Indonesia. A pretty good deal, I must say. A nice build quality, but I don't really like how it sounds. It's... kinda "wide" sound. I can't find the exact word to describe it, but turns out it's not my favorite. I had an old Sennheiser PX 100 collapsible headphone and I thought I would get the similar sound quality, but I was wrong. I prefer my old headphone to this one.

[@chuckyjules8488]

I lost my train of thought there for a minute…it sounds like your narrating an audiobook

[@kristiandawe85]

I own these headphones and love them, I use them on the go and for casual listening, they sound great and work with an Apple dongle dac

[@mego7389]

These were my first pair of "proper" high fidelity headphones 4 years ago, and they served me very well till I got the Hifiman HE400se. I'm glad they're given some love here, because honestly I believe these to be the only sub 100$ headphones that are worth getting, all the way up to the 120$ that the HE400se are priced at. They're just good all-around, though I have to disagree on the bass with these. It's very muddy and bloated IMO, and just over-all excessive. If they dialed it back just a bit, I think they would be over-all far more satisfying to listen to. At the same time though, for me it's the fact that they have such big stinky bass without sacrificing clarity too much makes them actually fun to listen to despite the fact that I've moved on to better headphones. They're not like Sony's wh1000 xm-4s, which just sound disgustingly muffled and ugly. I haven't listened to the 560s yet, and I've had my reservations about them, but if they really aren't that much better than these, for 200$, that would be really disappointing...

[@nguyencuuhuy5240]

im planning to buy the he400see but i dont have a high voltage dac or amp... Will a dongle dac (monndrop dawn 3.5mm) work well with these headphones? thank you so much

[@sockhopsinger]

Great review. These are not for me, but that doesn't mean you didn't do an outstanding review. BTW, if you want to hear a rather interesting track for imaging, you should listen to "Fleetwood Mac" "Big Love" off the album "The Dance." The guitar is truly something awesome to hear.

[@onlyyou1974]

The desc on web say it was over ear headphones, after i buy it's so small/narrow padding more like on ear headphones But the quality sound it's okay, very balanced Not for bass head i believe

[@donvittoriosierra]

Interested to see a review if the hd300 as well. They are supposedly similar to these but they have better looks. I'm not talking about the 300pro though, just the cheaper hd300

[@Elegiac7]

I use the HD300 daily on my laptop, and I tried out a pair of 400S recently. The 400S is overall better. It beats the HD300 in terms of sound and comfort. Considering a pair for portable use. All that said, the HD300 is still a good headphone.

[@chungang7037]

It is so neat that headphones this cheap can be great for music!

[@brett22bt]

Many reviews I've seen agree with your summation of the HD 560s regarding build quality and barebones accessories, but they often differ regarding sound quality. Most reviews I've seen highly praise its sound quality, saying it has a flat frequency response for mixing and production, precise imaging and separation, good bass extension, and decent sound staging, keeping harmonic resonation intact. I'm not saying you're wrong, but I am curious to know why you don't rate the sound quality of the 560s? I would really appreciate your input as you might save me some money.

[@Leo.SKDXL05]

Nice review. On-ear headphones are not for me, however these look like a good recommendation for anyone who does not want to break the bank for casual listening.

[@georgechan9258]

Thank you for this very helpful review!

[@MBR-Gamer76]

Thx just bought it for my (drum home studio) great review!

[@marrow94]

Man I wish you reviewed all the other Sennheiser products too, as I’m searching for what to buy on a tight budget (

[@NoThemeReviews]

Sennheiser has so many headphones it would take me half a year to get through them all. What kind of sound signature are you looking for? Open/closed back? And any reason you’ve narrowed the brand to Sennheiser?

[@ez_lan6271]

Thanks for taking your time reviewing a more budget headphone, hope u can compile a rank of headphones that u hav review n share it with us. Maybe a google sheet is enough. Thanks again🙏

[@NoThemeReviews]

Sure thing!

[@JogieGlenMait16]

This is more affordable than my SHP9500 and more comfortable for me.

[@EVILAKUMA]

Does it sound better than shp9500?

[@LeonardoCoutinho]

I have an AKG Y30(same as k420 I think), and I bought an Hd 400s, looks same hd 4.40bt but without bluetooth. I hope I like it because my y30 is open back and I love it but It leak soo much sound, my wife don't like it)

[@IcyyX_]

What does the microphone sound like? Because sometimes I would like to play some video games and talk to my friends on the go.

[@shared29]

The microphone actually sounds pretty good, but for games ur better w the koss ksc75 and an usb mic

[@lifefullofbugandexceptions2033]

Their price 69.95 is pretty nice.

[@shangtakashi8089]

they cost 30 bucks here.

[@_joaocruz]

now THIS, THIS IS A REAL FUCKING REVIEW! thanks

[@Badd.G]

you should be a big reviewer this is genuis

[@vali69]

I have the hd4.40, bought them on a really good sale before Christmas for me and my brother right before they were discontinued... and like man the build is really great but the sound is... well its ok except for the god damn hiss when its in bluetooth mode... thanks senny Also the headband has loosened a bit on the inside cause it hurts after long periods of use

[@MaxUmbra]

Thanks a lot for the indepth review

[@BryllupsmusikInfo]

Bought these at Amazon (April 2022) but had to return.. most canny sound ever - except bass, which was unpleasently boosted in a way that made it almost sound like I had bass at +9.. I hope I'd got a bad one or something.

[@ronaldoleoni7170]

Nice video, you can answer me the differences between oneodio and HD 400S? Which one is more flat? which one is better for you? I want to buy one of them and i see you own both.

[@NoThemeReviews]

The OneOdio is more neutral. It also tends to provide slightly greater clarity.

[@ronaldoleoni7170]

@@NoThemeReviews Thank you for answer, so, in general, OneOdio is more flat? What OneOdio we talk about? 10, 30 or 50?

[@NoThemeReviews]

If by flat you mean neutral, then yes. The OneOdio is more neutral than the 400s. I’m talking about the Studio

[@ronaldoleoni7170]

@@NoThemeReviews Yes, i'm was talking about neutrality, my thanks, you solved a real problem here

[@jackhwj1139]

Nice and informative, btw may i ask compare to hd250bt vs hd400s (or maybe also with audio technica ath m30x) in these 3 which are more good for only casual use for listening music or video? Thanks 🙏🏻

[@NoThemeReviews]

I don’t have either of those to compare with but if I have a chance to try them, I’ll do a comparison

[@whizkid4690]

AURVANA LIVE! SE black will be my recommendation.

[@raneunhae-idc.]

I want headphones with the same qualities but over ear I hate on ear headphones i have piercing

[@mores_hitt]

I've owned the 400s for a year and I agree with everything regarding the bass, mids and treble, but I disagree with the rest of the review Comfort The average guy will find the headband padding to be hard but would not be uncomfortable , but if you know you are sensitive to pressure on your head please avoid these headphones at all costs. there is no padding, 2 millimeters of rubber isn't padding. Sennheiser advertise this headphone as over ear, but the pads are a little bit small for a normal ear, so for most people they would be on ear, but my ears are just the right shape so I could wear them as over ear, and they were ok, the had a snug fit. The clamping force on these are insane, even more than the other sennheiser , but in a couple of weeks it becomes more comfortable. I don't know about you but these headphones made me sweat, they get pretty hot. Detail Like you said, this headphone is not detail oriented, but I would take it further and say that its a little bit below average on detail and would definitely not say that they sit in good company with the 6xx. i don't have other 70 dollars headphones to compare them to, but I have 40 dollar earbuds from sennheiser, the cx 300 ii. I know its not right to compare headphones to earbuds, but the whole point of the review is value, so I would consider it as a somewhat fair comparison. Comparing them ONLY on detail, I would say that the 400s is just a tiny, tiny bit more detailed than the earbuds, but the earbuds have better instrument separation. THE 400S ISN'T MUFFLED, but don't buy these for detail retrieval/critical listening. soundstage these headphones have a narrow soundstage, this is expected because they are closed back, but they are definitely narrower than the 6xx. in conclusion buy these if you are tired of the 30 dollar super v shaped headphones. the 400s at this price range regarding detail and soundstage are better than those "commercial" headphones, and will give you a taste of that balanced sound that more expensive headphones have. but you would most likely be disappointed by the comfort. if you want even more value, you should look into earbuds or IEM's obviously this is my opinion, and I don't have a protocol for reviewing things like No Theme reviews , this is by feel and experience.

[@NoThemeReviews]

Have you found an alternative cable for it? I just want a simple one without the stupid inline controls.

[@mores_hitt]

@@NoThemeReviews i haven't, but i don't have a problem with it

[@coffeeflush5313]

@@NoThemeReviews You can use the momentum replacement cable. Search on amazon. There are many with no mics or in line controls.

[@nickcarey4443]

@@jadro00 how did you find the fit in the end?

[@scrr8831]

Is it good for mixing and mastering?

[@_overchaos_]

Is there anything that's $100 or less which is open back (or at least has wide sound stage), and is mostly neutral and balanced sounding that you would recommend? Or if under $100 is too low, then let's say under $150?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Not really. You may want to research the Monoprice HR5

[@_overchaos_]

@@NoThemeReviews Thanks, I'll check those out. How about headphones below $100 in general, doesn't have to be open back? Anything better than these Sennheisers?

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@_overchaos_ There really aren't many options under $100. I'm not sure there's anything specific to what you want.

[@mr_Milker]

Maybe Samson sr850 although they do have a bit of v sound

[@codetrain020]

I'm glad I bought this and I agree with you on everything except probably for the mids. I just find them a little bit unnatural but they are still pretty good. I love the footsteps detail you provided and I'm glad I didn't buy the HD 560S lol. I hope you can try the Sennheiser PXC 550-II and compare them with the Drop Panda.

[@eduardozayn3735]

i realize I am quite randomly asking but do anybody know of a good website to watch new tv shows online?

[@kojiyonamine7880]

It looks pretty good!! But would you say it is proportionally more cost effective than HD201/HD206 ?

[@NoThemeReviews]

I've never heard either the 201 or 206, but those are pretty ancient at this point. If nothing else, the replaceable cable on the 400s is a big selling point, at least for me.

[@hardhiyan]

Hi, my hd 400s cable just broken recently, any sugestion on the cable replacement. is hd 4.40bt cable and ear cushion compatible with the hd 400s? Thanks

[@NoThemeReviews]

I think they have the same accessories.

[@grissli]

Is it any good for mixing/mastering?? (Is It flat enough for those tasks?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Flat as in neutral? No. You can use any headphone to mix and master, as long as you know what sound you want the end-user to experience.

[@garygriffiths7353]

Hey man. Just discovered your channel and really enjoy it. Thinking of getting a high end closed back headphone. What’s your thoughts on the focal stellia and dan Clark ether closed?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Hi. Those two are very different headphones. If you listen to both, I think you'd be surprised by how dissimilar they are in nearly every way. The Stellia has more bass, smoother and more full mids (particularly female vocals), and a well-extended but not fatiguing treble. The Ether Closed is more bass-neutral, though I think sub-bass is a bit rolled-off. The mids are close to neutral, but female sibilance might be harsh to some; the treble is a bit emphasized and sparkly. The build is different as well. The Stellia is sturdy and I think comfortable. The Ether is probably more comfortable because of the lighter weight, but the build is a bit shaky. The headband adjustment is two plastic parts screwed together, and that is supposed slide up and down. Mine has lost all tension and I have to keep the headband in place using Scotch tape. That's rather disappointing considering the cost--and DC's customer service wasn't any help. I think both headphones sound fine, if you know what you want. I personally don't use the Ether as often as the Stellia, merely because I think the Stellia is easier on my ears and warmer sounding. The Ether can be a bit cold and analytical, but of course your source and music is always a factor. The price difference is pretty stark. I will say one thing about customer service: DC is far better about returning messages and giving answers (although they wouldn't take my headphone back to fix the headband, but that's probably because I didn't push hard enough). But Focal's US customer service is atrocious. I've emailed them at least 6 times about an issue I have with my Utopia, and they've never responded. Hope this helps.

[@garygriffiths7353]

@@NoThemeReviews thanks for a detailed reply. Reading that I’m not sure if either would fit the Bill. I might get a hd800s for my open classical listening and then something cheaper for closed back portable listening. Is the Shure 1540 a good option in that regard or can you think of better?

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@garygriffiths7353 I think the 1540 is an excellent headphone, especially for classic and orchestral music. Depending on the sound signature you want, there are other options: Amiron Home (sparkly and trebly headphone, so be mindful); Ollo S4R (neutral, but may not be exciting to your ears); Denon D7200; and HD569. You may also want to research the Austrian Audio Hi-x55; it's bass light, but it has a lot of detail and resolution in exchange. Unfortunately, there are more options for open-back than closed-back.

[@theprinceofeverything1975]

Incredible review! If you have the time, would you mind suggesting a smooth, warm and bass heavy headphone (preferably closed back) for about 1000 dollars that would blow me away? Thank you so much!

[@NoThemeReviews]

Lol I have no idea what would blow you away! But you can find many headphones that fit that description for much less than $1k. Surprisingly, the VModa M100 Master does have thumpy bass without muddiness; it’s not aggressively v-shaped so it’s fairly easy to listen to IMO. The Meze 99 Classic is also pretty close to what you describe but details aren’t its strong point. The Audioquest Nighthawk is warm, bassy, but has a sibilance spike that might be an issue, but the treble is fairly neutral. The ATH WS1100is might be worth looking at. It’s got a fairly hard hitting mid-bass, clear mids, and slightly accentuated treble. The HD6xx might be worth considering; people say it’s neutral, but I disagree. It’s got a mids push that takes it easily out of neutral territory. But it is warm sounding and has a thick bass, though not boomy or elevated. I’m sure there are lots of other options but these jump out to me at the moment.

[@theprinceofeverything1975]

@@NoThemeReviews you have no idea how much I appreciate the help you have given me. Thank you so much for taking the time to write this.

[@avishekghatak2176]

@@theprinceofeverything1975 try the Sony z7m2.

[@ignisulfr]

Am I getting this right it is better than hd560s? cause it sounds like it in the review cause I had bought the hd400s prior to knowing that hd560s I really wanted to know if I should stick to this one or upgrade again. Then again I don't have an amp to use the full capability of hd560s. Also what does the hd560s do better than the hd400s? also most detailed review ever this is how everyone should review cans thanks for the review like seriously you said it yourself not a ton out there. Also yes your review is pretty true and valid I'm hearing things I never heard before with this but also the bass is a bit quiet yes pretty much I agree with everything but one thing Sennheiser did market this as over-ear right I think they did.

[@NoThemeReviews]

I don't know if I'd say one is better than the other, just different. There are a few key points. 1. Sennheiser makes some very specific claims about the 560s (as do some reviewers), and nearly nothing about the 400s. 2. The vast majority of the 560s' claims are false. Its bass response is no more robust than other open-back headphones at cheaper prices. Its sub-bass roll-off is an immediate giveaway that the headphone lacks the robust bass that it is promised to have. The female sibilance can become piercing, especially at high volumes. The vocal-forward presentation may be suitable for some genres, but probably not all. The soundstage is about average. Detail retrieval is average at best. 3. The 400s has a sub-bass roll-off and mid-bass bump, but I'd say that the 560s is MARGINALLY clearer in the bass. Vocals are forward, as with the 560s, but not as sibilant or piercing. Decay is more natural on the 400s. The 400s provides as much detail as the 560s, and a bit less soundstage than the 560s. 4. The build quality is far more appropriate for the 400s' price tag. The 560s has somewhat flimsy, light, hollow-feeling plastic. Its larger earpads allow for more comfortable fit than the 400s, but the 560s also has a very tight clamp. 5. The 400s comes with a bag and a reasonably long cable. The 560s comes with no protective bag and comes with one incredibly long, cheap-feeling cable. Sennheiser was so cheap in this regard that it didn't even include a simple 3.5mm to 1/4" adapter, but instead one of the older adapter cables--which is just another chunk of cable you have to attach to an already long cable. In short, the sound signatures are different enough to say they aren't copies. But there's a lot more involved in the calculus. IMO, the 560s is one of Sennheiser's worst cash-grab operations. It's a wonder that YT reviewers haven't actually compared it against the 6xx or any other Sennheiser headphone--and I suppose that's why they keep saying the 560s is such a good bargain. When you don't compare, everything seems great. Anyway, I sold my 560s this week, and I'm not the least bit sorry about getting rid of it.

[@ignisulfr]

@@NoThemeReviews thats so savage you had sell it😆😆 I get now but also i feel like you can adjust bass quality with the fit of your head its awfully weird the fit of 400s sometimes bass can be really good if you adjust it well sometimes its gone I think you right you just cured my FOMO right there maybe I should save up buy a 2nd hand 600s or 660s oh as you said in that second statement i hate ear piercing siblance its fine if its a little siblant but ear piercing Yeah i guess this why most people hate vocals or midrange thats why they Buy V shaped cans.I also am sorry I forgot to tell you I also saw your 560s review so i kinda got what your claims are in 3 and 4 still awesome that review by the way you gave sennheiser a proper lesson hope they watched it. Can you say you could consider this like a very budget audiophile like experience the 400s? Cause not everyone can afford expensive gear i mean mostly not right now. I’m also very curious about how you think of those 2 main consumer brands or oh wait no lets make it 3 like Sony,Bose,JBL?as I wanted to binge watch your content and mostly I didnt know the brand of this other cans. Or better yet can you confirm for me that the bose sounds too slow and sony also sound fast and energetic and sounds more natural than the bose but bose is better at detail but also a bit harsh which would you prefer out of these and why? I only saw that one sony headphone that you reviewed that got me excited like you had high praises for it having big soundstage than its other competitors at that price point also love how sony’s timbre is very very natural somehow than other headphone but isnt that detailed except for that studio monitor that engineers use i guess. Well thanks again I ain’t sure if your gonna reply again to this but really really good stuff in here maybe before i dive in to your videos and dont know the brand i should just reasearch a bit.

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@ignisulfr I think Sony and Bose try to provide a more fun-sounding bass. But they both accentuate sibilance and treble--at least in their Bluetooth headphones. I've only heard JBL headphones occasionally and am not a fan. Their bass is typically muddy, boomy, and mids are recessed. JBL is not much different from the Beats sound. I don't have a particular definition for the word "audiophile." IMO, "audiophile" is not a specific sound signature. So, I think you can enjoy music with any headphone, whether or not it has a hi-res sticker or the word "audiophile" attached to it. However, to answer your questions bout the 400s, I'd say that it is a good headphone which does capture the general Sennheiser sound signature. There are plenty of audiophiles who hate Sennheiser, and many who love it. So, it'll be up to you to decide if the 400s sounds good to you. I don't really know how much you want to spend, but there are several options. Take a look at the AKG K361 and K371; OneOdio Studio Headphones; Monoprice HR5; Philips L2 and M1 Mk2; Koss Porta Pro and KPH30i; JVC HA-RX700 and RX900; and MDR-MA100. These are all good options for $150 and less. I don't really have a top brand. I judge gear one at a time, and I don't want to become a bullhorn for a brand. But, so far, I can say that a few brands have released very good products that I continually praise: Avantone, Ollo Audio, Base Audio, and Philips. You'd be surprised how many good options there are. Research is the best approach.

[@ignisulfr]

@@NoThemeReviews your quite different from others who always want that flat and accurate sound so you tend to judge bass if it is enjoyable for you like a preference basis oh yeah philips had those back and the day the only negative stuff i can say for philips is they may break easily but usually sound really good wait jvc has audio equipment i thought they were a television company. So would you say you can enjoy studio reference cans?yes i do know most hate the veiled sound that sennheiser has thank God not here in hd400s right yes i recall you said it yourself. I also hear about dt 770 pro from beyerdynamic but i see a lot people complain about harshness yes i am sensitive to harshness in most headphones that probably why i hate bose can’t listen for even 30 mins. I think the ear shape and genetics also has some effect on your preference for sound but those who are open minded like your reviews make audio intruiging and fun by the way I listened to the songs you includ in your review oh man I’ve been missing detail for all my life it had me appreciate good detailed headphones without being harsh oh man if you reviewed soundbars i’d be watching it over and over cause nobody has reviewed soundbars like how you could review a headphone i have a polk magnifi max sr i’m curious of how you would review it just musically not for cinema watching but of course i watch reviews really for affirmation and information usually i already have those equipment when i watch reviews but i never agreed too much to any review not as much as yours most reviews are 70% right yours is 99% thanks for helping out i would upgrade down the line but im still enjoying hd400s i would imagine its more fun than hd560s you still have your hd400s right? Right i also remember the thing that i only hate about sony is most of the time their headphones has bad instrument separation its not too muddy but not separated enough thats a positive trait about bose which i hear and distinguish the different instruments in different spaces is that called stereo separation? Or is it just because usually sony is a bit muddy in the mids well not as bad as jbl. You know how stupid i was also i thought back then that good treble always had to be sharp and a bit piercing im still learning as much as i can and i was wrong how beautiful hd400s treble is i could even sleep with it.thanks for the recommendations again hope you do more hidden gems like the hd400s and that sony review that was 40 bucks and i was like waoh seriously sadly cant find those anymore but happy anyways with hd400.

[@mengshilim7364]

Please review the Takstar Pro 82.

[@freefoyah2992]

Thank you for this Impressive Detailed review! This is the most helpful review about senheiser HD400s on youtube platform 🤟🤟

[@jegantdragoch.7088]

my HD449 wire recently broke - do you think this is a good replacement or is there any other "budget" sennheiser options at the price around 98$ for its the price to repair the HD449 that I currently own. Interesting - seeing the HD559 for 99$ and maybe that's much better? (though Ill need to double check at my local store and their price range)

[@NoThemeReviews]

I've never heard the 449, and can't say if you'd think if the 400s is a good replacement. But, I think the 400s is worth considering if you like a traditional Sennheiser sound signature.

[@jegantdragoch.7088]

@@NoThemeReviews thank you

[@KejikAlois]

Hi, I own Sennheiser HD 265 headphones, they are absolutely great, light and comfortable. But it is no longer produced. Can you recommend similar studio headphones, the main conditions are the lowest weight and comfortable for long shooting in the studio, in all price categories. Thank you very much in advance.

[@NoThemeReviews]

I’ve never heard the 265 so I really can’t say which other headphones sound similar to it.

[@towsifshahriarshovo]

Great review. Need more balance, fun sounding headphones review like this. 👍

[@ayushchoubey635]

Would you recommend these headphones for listening metal and rock music ? Thanks

[@NoThemeReviews]

Sure. Every headphone has its own sound signature so there’s no perfect fit for any given scenario or person.

[@mengshilim7364]

Any chance of reviewing the Harmonic Dyne Zeus? Hope it will be soon and comparison can be made with the Sivga Phoenix....

[@NoThemeReviews]

Only if someone lets me borrow the Zeus. Those are just too expensive for me, and I've watched a tear-down of the headphones...the internals seem to be poorly soldered.

[@mengshilim7364]

@@NoThemeReviews They look OK from whatever i could find on the net.

[@procyte2139]

what do you think: is it worth a upgrade from the Audio-Technica M40x? great review as always, really appreciate budget value products

[@NoThemeReviews]

I've never heard the M40x, so I can't say one way or another. From my understanding from the multitude of reviews of the 40x, however, I'd have to think that the 400s sounds nothing like the 40x. If that's the case (and if you have the 40x, then you'd know better than me, obviously), then the question is whether you're interested in a balanced sound signature. I wish I could be more help, but I really can't directly answer your question.

[@procyte2139]

@@NoThemeReviews oh ok, thanks anyways. I will buy the 400s and post my thoughts here (hopefully i dont forget) :)

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@procyte2139 Don't forget! I'd love to know what you think of the comparison. Thanks.

[@procyte2139]

@Sonal PEIRIS yep. i definitely find the m40s to be much clearer, more natural and detailed. 400s even after burn-in/much listening have weird sounding vocals. There is also a treble peak thats not really possible to eq. What i can say after listening to the 400s is that m40x really have roll-of in bass. The 400s definitely reach further down and have a better kick. But when listening i find the bass in m40 generally better fitting in the whole tonality than the 400s. Soundwise i would definitely prefer the m40x. But i needed portable headphones in the first place. The 400s have decent passive noise-canceling, are foldable and seem to be robust. Plus they have a mic and control. To be honest the mic isnt the best especially in wind and the button often misinterprets my input but better than nothing.

[@thaylor8128]

@@procyte2139 Do you think the 400s is better than the ATH-M20x?

[@ferrysenjaya5599]

Which one is better? Is it sennheiser hd400s or pioneer se ms5t?

[@gilbs72]

Hi. Was that a four-pole TRRS plug going into the HD400S jack? Is the R+ R- L+ L- setup which allows for balanced line? My DAP provides better power through the 4.4 balanced jack than the 3.5 stereo jack, and I could use that power.

[@NoThemeReviews]

No it’s not for balanced. It’s for the remote control function

[@gilbs72]

@@NoThemeReviews Thank you.

[@jimis3167]

In the beginning time of having the hi-x55, did you notice any little burn-in? Because, I think I did..

[@NoThemeReviews]

No

[@muhammedshahin6315]

bro,is this headphone better than audio technica ath-m20 max,ifor music especially

[@ifrite3]

holy shit, i skipped a few seconds in and the video went "..looks and feels cheap, comes with bottom barrel accessories, and whose promised performance is unrealized." gave me a heart attack

[@ifrite3]

@Ceru same, theyre pretty aight

[@ifrite3]

@Ceru yeah i guess so, i use peace equalizer to EQ the audio and they work pretty well

[@engincaglarofficial]

Hi Guys im building home music studio, which one is better for music production? Hd 200 or 400s many thanks

[@markfrederick5012]

Which has better sound, hd 400s or hd 200 pro?

[@childhoodforever223]

I am considering buying one from HD 500 series because 400 is out of stock. Which one would you recommend?

[@NoThemeReviews]

I have limited experience from the 500 series, and my only experience from the 400 is the 400s. I'm partial towards the 579.

[@childhoodforever223]

@@NoThemeReviews Thank you for replying :-)

[@the_wau_]

do you plan on reviewing the RebelAmp?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Yes eventually. I have a list of things I need to review first.

[@bhuvanasriramoji3835]

What exactly are the uses of the detachable wire..? Is it only that it can be replaced if broken..?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Essentially yes.

[@Wuppie62]

@@NoThemeReviews In the video you were trying to interchange the original Sennheiser 400s cable with the replacement cable you use on the HD560s. But I'm not 100% sure of what I saw: are or aren't these cables (2.5mm to 3.5mm) interchangeable? In other words, can the shorter 400s cable be used on the 560s (which standard comes with this 3m long 2.5mm to 6.3mm cable)? TIA

[@James-he2vg]

Please can you recommend a proper over ear headphone for less than £100. Thanks.

[@NoThemeReviews]

I can try. What sound signature do you want and what devices will you use it with?

[@kiranjadhav8067]

Hey can you review on sennheiser 250bt

[@SharkWithADrill]

Do you have any plans on avantone planar comparison to m1570?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Not at the moment.

[@zaironwellfabella332]

how about the isolation? does it block much noise? thank you sir for your response

[@NoThemeReviews]

Depends on your environment. There is some noise isolation, but probably no better than typical closed back headphones.

[@zaironwellfabella332]

@@NoThemeReviews if out of 10, how many scores will the HD 400s get when it comes to isolation?

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@zaironwellfabella332 5

[@zaironwellfabella332]

@@NoThemeReviews ❤️❤️❤️

[@matthewleboeuf1764]

i have no idea what im doing when it comes to headphones, i know they can be way better with a interface or whatever its called. But can these just be plugged into my pc normally?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Yes they can be plugged into your PC.

[@PineCoffee]

Could you advise on whether I could use my own 3.5mm audio cable with this headphone? I noticed the side of the cable that goes to the headphone is a different, like it has a lock or something, so I'm not sure. I don't really need it to lock, as long as it can fit a standard audio cable.

[@NoThemeReviews]

You might be able to. I have no idea what cable you have, so I can't say if the jack is long enough.

[@PineCoffee]

@@NoThemeReviews Ok, so it is definitely a 3.5mm jack on that end, and the main concern is the length of the jack sleeve in which you hold to pull and insert the connector?

[@NoThemeReviews]

I think I misunderstood your question. The portion that connects into the headphone is 2.5mm. It’s a proprietary connection, but I’m sure you can find a 2.5mm to 3.5mm cable. You just need to make sure the 2.5mm jack is long enough

[@PineCoffee]

@@NoThemeReviews Thanks, appreciate the replies. It's what I needed to know.

[@joaoaraujo9629]

Between this and SENNHEISER HD 206 which is the best one?

[@erichzann1724]

400

[@Julio_Gomes]

Does anyone know if this is any decent for gaming?

[@RohithVenkatesh316]

Amazon and the Sennheiser website describe the 400s as an over ear design while you describe it as an on ear design so which one is true cause I'm really looking for an over ear headset

[@NoThemeReviews]

It’s on-ear. The marketing on Amazon is copy and paste from Sennheiser’s website, and it’s wrong.

[@RohithVenkatesh316]

@@NoThemeReviews Thank you!

[@ThermalGhost]

@@NoThemeReviewsno these headphones are over ear… on ear is flat not a cup style

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@ThermalGhost Over ear = earpads sit around the ear. On ear = earpads sit on the ear. This headphone’s earpads are so small that they do not sit around the ear, but on it. The shape of the earpads are immaterial. Do you have these headphones?

[@HEYDJ]

Anyone got recommendations for studio headphones under $150 that's not the M50X, MDR7506, or HD280 Pros?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Depends on the sound signature you want: Rane RH50, AKG K371 or K361, Monoprice HR5/5C, among many others.

[@HEYDJ]

@@NoThemeReviews thanks! I'm looking for a balance between music making and casual listening--a balanced/neutral pair with some warmth. The K361/371 seems like good options but I'm afraid of the qc issues.

[@FinPhysio]

Hi. Do you know is the earcup size same as hd 450bt and 350bt?

[@NoThemeReviews]

It probably is, but I have no way of knowing

[@FinPhysio]

@@NoThemeReviews thanks. We don't have 400s in store but the 450bt we have. I will try those and maybe order 400s online.

[@shuailiu1883]

@@FinPhysio hi do Hd450bt sound similar to hd400s?

[@user-ir6hi8od6x]

Between 400s and hd 569 ho is better

[@MichaelSidneyTimpson]

Did you happen to mention that the cord comes out the right side instead of the left? Seems to be common with the "non-pro" models of Sennheisers. You should also try the Sennheiser NON-PRO version of the HD300 (which has no resemblance in design to the HD300 pro, instead it is like a compact version of the HD400S and without mic, but with a better sound maybe...)

[@jimis3167]

I guess, ears don't fit completely into 400s pads?

[@Joy_115]

Does it have Bluetooth

[@zeon86]

the narrow ear cups and headband don't looke like they are comfortable.

[@Nocure92]

On ear? They're marketed as over ear?

[@NoThemeReviews]

Sennheiser’s marketing team has no idea what they’re selling most of the time.

[@Nocure92]

@@NoThemeReviews Oof, great and thorough review though! The platicey headbands and the narrow cups are the concerns for me, but I may have to choose these despite it due to current budget. I had AT MX-40's a while back and they were pressing a little bit on the top of my ears, are these smaller than those?

[@NoThemeReviews]

I’ve never used the m40x and can’t say. Everyone has slightly different ears so the 400s may not be an issue for you.

[@Nocure92]

Ok yeah, these are definitely on ear :(

[@madjidyahiaoui6613]

i found it for 31 euros can you help me choose between this and the Oneodio studio pro ?

[@NoThemeReviews]

What do you want to know?

[@madjidyahiaoui6613]

@@NoThemeReviews thanks for the fast reply You can say I'm new to this field I want a good base and a clear sound while being comfortable for long use So how they compare? And what about Mpow air 2(se) ?

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@madjidyahiaoui6613 Well, the HD400s has more bass than the OneOdio, but the OneOdio is just a bit clearer. I think the OneOdio is likely more comfortable for long periods.

[@madjidyahiaoui6613]

@@NoThemeReviews Thanks a lot !! i think both are better than Mpow air 2(se)

[@DilanSachintha]

i think HD 400s is over ear. Its what the official website says if im not wrong.

[@NoThemeReviews]

It is not over ear.

[@DilanSachintha]

@@NoThemeReviews i checked the official site. It says over ear

[@NoThemeReviews]

Actually, the website says “around ear”-which this headphone is definitely not. It’s an on-ear design. If your ears are the size of a 5 year old’s, then the earpads will probably feel like “around ear”.

[@DilanSachintha]

@@NoThemeReviews got it bro thanks for the explanation going to buy one this week :D ps - your video is quite good

[@israrhussain4945]

Does this headphone have Bluetooth

[@NoThemeReviews]

No

[@makisekurisu4674]

Wait this is an on ear headphone? It looked over ear to me?

[@NoThemeReviews]

It is on ear. Sennheiser’s marketing is false. The only way these earcups will around your ears is if you’re a child. If your ears are 2.5” or taller, they’ll get pinched.

[@makisekurisu4674]

@@NoThemeReviews These are selling for 2800tk about 33$ in my country. So I was looking to get this.But the on ear thing is a turnoff. Is there any proper over ear headphones at this price? The only headphone I found comfortable was my friends HD 450s. But I only have 30 ish dollar to spend on a headphone. Great review btw.You discussed something most reviewers ignore."will it pinch or touch you ear or not" which I think is THE most important.If it hurts,you won't be able to use it.

[@NoThemeReviews]

Your budget is pretty limiting. You may want to look at the Sony MDR-MA100 and JVC HA-RX500/700. The MA100 have very plasticky build but do many things above its price tag. The JVC headphones are better constructed with more mid-bass and warmer sound signature.

[@makisekurisu4674]

@@NoThemeReviews Doesn't the JVC rx500 have too shallow of a padding? The sonys are looking good. Thanks for the recommendations.

[@NoThemeReviews]

@@makisekurisu4674 Yeah, it might be a bit shallow

[@nitroxylictv]

On-ear? The listing on Amazon where I bought mine said it was over-ear. I can't stand on-ear headphones. I think I just lost $50. No longer a Sennheiser fan with their deceptive and scammy marketing.

[@leoying8131]

14:21 Not safe for work

[@ta114]

Calling these more detailed than the 560s... Clogged ears perhaps?

[@NoThemeReviews]

No, the 560s is just a shitty headphone. Sorry if you like shitty headphones.

[@sashatoby]

these are literally the worst headphones i have ever bought!! my old HD 205 is better. my old one has a loud voice but barely any bass. this one is the opposite, the bass booms through your ears while the voice in the background loses volume. These are more of a headphone for people who prefer bass and attach less importance to the voice. as techno music or house whatever they call it now. This junk has way too loud bass and the voice becomes so soft you can barely hear it so it was returned faster than I bought it. I also have a wireless one and that is my EDIFIER W820NB and the sound is really not bad, much better than this Sennheiser

[@hardhikmaharana8497]

Can we use it as a Bluetooth headset

[@NoThemeReviews]

Only if you connect it to a Bluetooth Dac/amp like the ES100

[@bantrump9594]

It is now selling at 63 bucks. LOL

[@shangtakashi8089]

30 bucks here

[@baalhater2425]

30 usd for me

[@troutslayer5518]

Reeeeeeeee