Sennheiser PXC 550 II Vs Sennheiser Momentum 3 - Super Different

[@cal7447]

5:45 Sound comparison starts :P

[@m3talcor3d]

not too useful, want sound review- check other youtubers, this guy is a bass geek

[@mubblemann]

I own the Momentum 3 and use them 2/3 at home (when either working or chilling), and 1/3 when commuting. For me sound quality is the priority and since I use them at home more often, they were my choice. If I was travelling more often I would have bought a more lightweight headphone, probably the Bose 700 or these Sennheiser 550 II.

[@Mutalaat]

Owner of Momentum 3 speaking: Get it.

[@stephenknight6562]

Love my momentum 3!!

[@mubblemann]

Agree. Love mine.

[@TechieConnoisseur]

Ordered mine, should be coming in tomorrow!

[@LimKimProk]

Agree. I am using momentum 3 along with focal stellia, and I am still liking momentum3 a lot

[@TechieConnoisseur]

Update: These sound ridiculously amazing. The bass is incredible.

[@Daninater]

I wanted to say I appreciated how you tested ANC with different types of ambient noise as well as the microphone on each pair of headphones. I just purchased an open box pair of Momentum 3's for half the sticker price. So let's see how this goes.

[@lifegoeson1007]

Daninater how are they?

[@reneharusinec2146]

Nobody noticed that the sennheisers px550ii blocked much more chatter than the Sony wh-1000xm3 ?

[@bobbywilson7101]

I'll keep using my hd25's and lg v40 till I own a phone than no longer has a headphone jack. My hd25's are over 20yrs old and still going

[@raghavendradasadi2194]

If someone is watching the review now, PXC 2 can be connected to PC/Laptop with Bluetooth button on the right ear cup switched off. The headphone keeps charging and you can listen to music using USB A cable. You still have access to touch controls for music pause play, volume up down, track prev/next. You can take calls too, and you can mute unmute by swiping left/right If you want to fast forward the video, you can swipe to the right and hold, And awesome flat signature sound ;)

[@zugo-tg7125]

As can the originals, not impressed.

[@raghavendradasadi2194]

@@zugo-tg7125 yes ofcourse the only drawback with originals is the Bluetooth 4.0, it’s outdated and soon May be 550-II At this point 550-II is best

[@zugo-tg7125]

@@raghavendradasadi2194 Yea, so you’re aware that these ones aren’t even that much of an upgrade from the originals which predate it by 3 years, excellent.

[@investor.z]

@@zugo-tg7125 Two years later, I wonder if you're still a loser.

[@zhanganthony3640]

Thanks for the comparison. My take is to wait for the next upgrade. I currently have a HD4.5bt, and it’s been with me for about 2 years. I’m just going to wait for momentum 4 (hoping for a better battery life), or if my current one decides to stop working, I’ll compare pxc550II & momentum 3 in store and choose one. One more thing about M3, it sounds a lot quieter than HD4.5bt. It feels like it’s half of the volume of HD4.5bt.

[@peterPlaysTheGuitar]

Not sure about the Momentums but the PXCs allow you to listen to music while charging, which is really nice if you are using them at your desk, in the office. It's surprising to me how other brands like Sony have not implemented this yet.

[@wleng]

I have owned so many different ear buds and ANC headphones. Now I’ve sold or given everything away except for the Momentum 3 and Momentum Truely Wireless. They are the best!

[@badtothebone93]

When it comes to sound quality, momentum is King of all (although never tester px7, but they are probably on par)

[@veetour]

No Px7 is better.

[@badtothebone93]

@@veetour doesn't seem so.

[@AntonAverin]

PX7 seem to have even heavier bass then Momentum 3. To my taste, it was overwhelming. But it took me about 10 minutes to understand that. Initially I liked PX7 sound very much, but after 10 minutes I already preferred Momentum 3

[@phantomofgod1735]

I tried PX7. They are extremely uncomfortable. Momentum are much better.

[@gilbipp8558]

Momentum 3 are better sounding than the PX7, I'm sad to say (I chose the PX7 without listening to them, because the PX - also better than the PX7 - had blown me away). Now that I have actually listened to both the Momentum 3 and the PX7, I am in the process of considering buying the Momentums and birthday present the PX7s to my friend... Sound stage is phenomenal on the PX, and the bass is tight and punctually punchy. On the PX7 soundstage has been narrowed (why??) and the bass is thicker, less clean, and much more overwhelming (why??). The Momentums also have a good sound stage, and much more noticeable clarity than the PX7. It is as if the PX7 wants to hide the premium hardware it actually has (again why?? - that is not usual for B&W, whom has impressed me so many times before, especially with their high powered cleanliness).

[@Khabib9-z8w]

Momentum 3 looks like a badass masculine design,sounds is the best preety loud,

[@grvl]

Momentums 3 impedance values are 470 ohms (active); 100 ohms (passive), so it isn't that batteries in them are smaller in capacity. These headphones are more power demanding, just like every other pair of wired or wireless, aimed towards more hi-fi customers.

[@pikkyuukyuun4741]

that is crazy high for portable headphones

[@Max-ip2ct]

Wow, good to know. That's why the sound quality is way more immersive I guess

[@grvl]

@@Max-ip2ct It's a tradeoff, but sound quality is way over Bose, B&O, Denon and Sony ANC headphones. I'm not an audiophile nor a guy who doesn't hear differences between headphones, I'm a sound enthusiast that enjoys wide spectrum of sounds, nuances, melodic abilities over punchy characteristics. I've tried every top-end ANC model available and Momentums won by far. What was over the top? Airy and quiet parts from Mark Hollis's solo album, just blew my freakn' mind... Great soundstage tested on Beck's 360 version of "Sound and Vision" . On faster and noisier side - Richard Hawley's "Standing At the Sky's Edge" didn't gave me any headache or ear irritation after a 4-5 hour run with this album on a noisy streets of Warsaw. I don't mind charging and it's not an issue for me who is using them 2-3 hours a day.

[@ofekherskovitz6791]

Its honestly a good thing that the pxc 550 IIs have micro USB, the rest of my family would probably steal my USB c cable and I would end up with not being able to charge them at all lol

[@felixphu681]

The quality of your reviews is phenomenal, highly appreciated dude

[@jameshobbs]

Don't understand the "days between charging" abstraction.

[@mcwaff8661]

Tbh I never put my headphones in the carrying case it's mostly on my ears or hanging on my neck

[@kevinu.k.7042]

Great review thanks - I am thinking of upgrading from PXC 550 - Now four years old - So a comment on build quality - I have not managed to damage mine and they get thrown around quite a bit - They are still tough! But, Blue tooth 5 and the increased range is beckoning. How did you miss that? Chuckles.

[@evcanada1451]

Strange because I feel PXC 550 flimsy with very bad build quality

[@lukedudgeon8699]

Also have the pxc 550, and I love the build quality. Tested a pair of Sony xm4s yesterday, and they felt super cheap, flimsy and tacky. Tried the momentum 3s at the same time. Night and day difference in build quality over the Sony's.

[@opughdyang8264]

What's the name of the song you played for the ambience mode test? Also can you do a test on the Mpow h12? My mate wants it and wants to know if it's good.

[@snake1625b]

How's the auto on and off

[@SLI1337]

Owned both: returned the PXC 550 II & kept the Momentum 3.

[@hesamalavi9]

Why?

[@SLI1337]

@@hesamalavi9I got rid of the PXC 550 II because the Momentum 3 has USB-C, real leather, better overall build & material quality, and a much more engaging sound signature with proper bass response.

[@hesamalavi9]

@@SLI1337 Thanks buddy, buying one tomorrow then, that is M3

[@Yuzzha]

@@SLI1337 What is the benefit of usb type c? I don't really get it why everybody wants usb c

[@SLI1337]

@@Yuzzha USB-C is the current mobile USB standard since around 2-3 years ago. A manufacturer not using USB-C in 2020 means that people have to carry more cables & adapters around for all their devices. USB-C also has a much better charging & data transfer capacity/speed than previous generations.

[@addi.1813]

can somoene explain how the ANC test was simulated?

[@ms24769]

Thank you very much for this superb quality content video.

[@LudwickMa]

Awesome PXC550ii reviews man! I got the Momentums today and noticed I can’ get the usb-audio to work with my 2018 macbook pros, are you able to test and confirm on your end to make sure my units aren’t broken? Usb audio works fine with my phone though. Thanks

[@chiragshah139]

in 550 -II you can switch off the ANC and listen to music as well, there is a physical button for that.

[@zugo-tg7125]

Just like the originals, nothing to see here.

[@jean-pierremouengue7291]

Nice video. Thank you

[@milesgreen4801]

So its like the PXC's main goal was comfort and all around functionality. They're "passable" in most categories. Passable sound, passable ANC, passable battery life. Just gets the job done pretty decently. While the momentums on the other hand had all of it's developmental cost went mostly to sound quality and little else. Terrible battery and ANC. I still ordered Momentum 3s tho. As long as the audio quality is superb I can overlook ALOT of flaws.

[@frozengamer3030]

I like the look of the momentums.

[@alansousa2488]

I try a lot headphones, mx3, px7, sq35... but most comfortable is nennheiser momentum 3 period. yes it is bulky, but super comfortable and by far the best built ... I like quality so I caught it

[@matheuzzzz]

Finalmente encontrei um usuário brasileiro do Momentum 3! Estou aguardando o meu chegar. :)

[@alansousa2488]

@@matheuzzzz kkk oba matheus.. então sobre o fone realmente é otimo a qualidade som o noise cancelation não é igual fo sony mx3, porém satisfatório, o que realmente agrada eh o bass de longe o melhor que ouvi... quase comprei o px7 da B&W, super confortável tbm. Mas faltava algo a mais p mim creio que o bass. Agora no momentum quando coloquei na hora senti super confortável e de longe Também a melhor construção ele é diferenciado nisso, p ligar no bluetooth eh super rapido quase instantâneo, nao precisa ficar procurando so ativar e tcharammm... eh o meu primeiro e sera por muitos anos.

[@DireitoIntegral]

Estou tentando arrematar algum no ebay, e depois o trarei para o Brasil. Creio ser a alternativa mais econômica.

[@g1981c]

between PXC 550-1 and Momentum 2 i returned the Momentum because i realized they were too bulky to use in the gym - the earband kept touching my shoulders whenever i lifted my hand - as i mainly use headphones in the gym it was automatic return even though i felt they were the more luxurious of the two ... PXC are good gym headphones unfortunately after 3 years mine are dying and i need replacement ... i'm disappointed PXC-2 are so similar after full 3 years to redesign them ... i'm leaning towards Bose 700 because they are the only ones that were redesigned from the ground up since i picked up my 550-1 three years ago ...

[@saboss]

you should buy some ANC earbuds for gym like airpods pro but their sound quality isnt good

[@PoojithaTanjore]

Have you tried the 700s? Which did you prefer for the gym? I’m worried about sweat.

[@g1981c]

@@PoojithaTanjore haven't pulled the trigger on the 700 yet. used original PXC 550 in the gym for years the biggest problem is if there is loud music in the gym they aren't strong enough to block it out. otherwise they work fine for the most part - though i can't fit my head into hack squat machine in them. yes there will be sweat but it never caused any issues i just wipe it on my shirt at the end of workout.

[@g1981c]

@E. O. sony is on XM4 now but Bose discounted the 700 when XM4 came out so i picked up the 700. these 700 are good all-rounder headphones with standout design, build quality and case. the flimsy case is ultimately why i gave up on Sennheiser - i needed a sturdy case to throw in my gym bag. Sennheiser does have more audiophile sound but i separately have Sennheiser open back wired audiophile headphones for that. i don't need audiophile sound in the gym.

[@iOwnzthee]

Dude I hope your channel gets big. This is an amazing review!!! So clear cut yet detailed and in-depth! (Side note: fix the panning technique 0:47 😅 )

[@peterofori1765]

I think they are right fir me cos bass that kicks against my skull tends to give me headaches and keeps me disoriented. I like bassy speakers though but not rumbling bass that's why i like my Devialet Mania......very bassy but diesnt vibrate the ground....but you can feel the bass but not in your bones

[@gothops154]

The PXCs are great but the touchpad sucks for going to the gym. Any over-the-head exercises you do, you’ll biceps will touch the outside of the PXC and stop your music, very annoying. I actually just lost my PXC on the plane and I’m here looking for a replacement, I think with the current sale on the Momentum 3’s and the physical buttons on them, I’ll be going with them.

[@HeadphoneChamps]

I reviewed the momentum 3s on my channel they are so dope!

[@Anthony-kr5iv]

what is their default/aptx latency for windows pc?? is it bad enough for watching movies or youtube videos??

[@shresthaagrawal]

check it out on rting website

[@MichaelM28]

Not sure if Windows even supports APTx. I know Android and Mac(except Catalina) do

[@biffii5568]

Even the m1 pxc 550 dont lag at alöl

[@shresthaagrawal]

Pcx 500 ii is way better with latency. Seems like a better buy with enough discounts

[@Anthony-kr5iv]

@@shresthaagrawal exactly my thoughts. I wanted to buy the xb900n that are at 150$ but the high latency discouraged me. but im still not sure if its gonna be that noticable

[@Raju-hu9su]

sennheiser pxc 550-ii vs sony wf1000xm4 which is best sound? quality please reply

[@ccozzarelli]

Hello ! Between the 550ii and the Momentum 2.0 which one has better a) sound b) ANC??

[@Khabib9-z8w]

Pxc is damn comfortable I suppose their anc is better but still go for momentum 3,

[@PinchTune]

Which wireless headphones would you recommend for sound quality if ANC isn't a major priority? Also, will mostly be used in quite creative designer environment?.

[@fabiw]

sony 1000 xm3

[@PinchTune]

​@@fabiw Heh. Just saw this. Last night I bought the 1000XM3. They are there next to me charging. I'll try them out in a bit. I wanted Momentum 3s, but it was $278 vs $399, so I decided to go with the Sonys. I don't love the look of either of them, given I come from maroon Skullcandy Crusher ANCs, but I'm more interested in the sound than looks.

[@domzbu]

creepyツ muddy mid range

[@PinchTune]

@@domzbu I've been using them. Definitely sound better than the Skullcandy ANC. The noise cancelling is pretty crazy too. Haha. Even though I honestly don't need that feature that much. I do think the Skullcandys look way better and I miss the haptic bass sometimes, but I just can't stand the shoddy build quality on them.

[@haha9413]

I would recommend the momentum 3, got my a week ago and they sound next level to the mx3.. the cost is more but think about the quality build it will last u for longer.

[@rogerpriestwell6379]

...well at least they both have crappy cases,... that's one thing in common.

[@m3talcor3d]

xm4 vs momentum 3 vs pxc 550-II comparison: "both sennheisers seem to have the same microphone and sound good" momentum 3 vs pxc 550-II comparison: "the pxcs have much better microphone" -_-\\

[@jimvti1]

What is the cabin pressure like on the 3's, there is an option to reduce it I believe, does this make a difference? Is it possible to turn off NC all together. I had to return a pair of the Sony XM3's as they made me sick. I am wondering if either of these are better.

[@Intolerantmoron]

Hi mate, yes there is a physical button to turn off noise cancelling fully. I don't seem to feel any cabin pressure when when full NC. However i had xm3 as well before where NC didn't bother me at all. So your mileage may vary.. If you are from UK, I recommend you buy from sennheiser refurbished store. It cost me just 169£. And I got brand new one. It's a keeper unlike my xm3s

[@biffii5568]

Pxc 550 with a good EQ, do sound insane.. default set, they are kinda meh.

[@biffii5568]

@Ezugo Obuekwe tbh, no. They are balanced, and i love them for classical music, violins piano sound so clear and vibrant, while the nuanced base and wide soundstage make edm really energetic.

[@abvmoose87]

Christoffer I own them myself and couldnt agree more with you. So true!

[@SLI1337]

Momentum 3 without EQ > EQ'd PXC 550 II Owned both headphones but the PXC 550 II (even after EQing) just sounded anemic compared to the Momentum 3. I found the Momentum 3 to be just right without any EQ. Returned the PXC 550 II without any regrets.

[@D3AThCAl2DS]

sennheiser's auto pause feature can suck it. I slammed my 3 on the ground multiple times almost hoping to break so i get a new pair of headphones

[@Gadgetibles]

That cable sticking out is just too dangerous and worrisome...If something were to happen to it...my heart would break...cos this is an expensive pair

[@t3ichou]

Can you compare the pxc 550 2's to the B&W px7

[@melrep8482]

the Momentum sound the best out of all anc headphones for me so i am picking them

[@Datadog-1]

Why is “ambient mode” a thing????? Take your headphones off when you’re speaking to someone…..

[@GYMCADDY]

Nah

[@bombalakatey]

i enjoy google pixel products, but the moment of using gesture control of the pixel 4 in public ist just ridicoulous :D 6:36

[@ericvela4087]

I'll take the comfort and no cabin pressure any day

[@MichaelM28]

Pershonally I'm not a fan of Micro USB

[@Mr.Thicket]

I don’t think anyone is a fan of Micro USB lol

[@MichaelM28]

Ubername69 I think you missed the joke. Gymcaddy mispronounces personally as pershonally in every video

[@Mr.Thicket]

Michael McGrath oh lol nvm

[@jumbocrunchh]

@@Mr.Thicket why

[@jumbocrunchh]

why

[@reneharusinec2146]

Bro you can buy travelling hardshell case for 15 USD..

[@matheuzzzz]

Plnotučná Horčica Specifically for the Momentum 3? Where?

[@bbrrrrrrr]

Does the sony wh1000xm3 also support usb-c to usb-c audio connection?

[@bbrrrrrrr]

@Ezugo Obuekwe Sad

[@mspy1955]

Well, I've bought PXC 550-II's for 189 dollars haha.

[@mspy1955]

@Sayyed Hussain It was on black friday. Out of stock.

[@SLI1337]

That's about the price they should cost. $350 is a ripoff when the Momentum 3 can be had for usually less than $50 more.

[@kennethmorales4098]

Look im telling you seinhesier momentums 3 is the best sounding headphones you can buy i do not work for seinhesier because i will tell the px 550 is garbage the px 550 2 is garbage also but seinhesier momentums earbuds are great momentums 3 are great

[@SLI1337]

The PXC 550 II is easily $150-$200 overpriced. It definitely feels lacking in quality compared to the Momentum 3, which is only a bit more expensive and sounds far better. Also what was Sennheiser thinking by not upgrading the PXC 550 II to USB-C for 2019/2020?

[@kennethmorales4098]

@@SLI1337 i said the px 550 2 is garbage im sorry when i give a review they are true

[@SLI1337]

@@kennethmorales4098 I was agreeing with you.

[@philjoysavio6805]

get the jbl partybox100 on ur channel...can't wait for a review

[@zugo-tg7125]

Momentum 3 wins hands down due to being the _true_ upgrade.

[@jcru40]

JUST GET THE PXC 550 THEY LOOK MORE PREMIUM WITH STAINLESS ACCCENT AND ARE ONLY $199 !!!!!!!!!! THEY SOUND GREAT . ALL THEY REALLY DID IS SELL THEM IN ALL BLACK WITH NO MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS.

[@veetour]

Am I the only one who thinks ambient mode is unnecessary? It's a rather silly nitpick. Like if you want to hear your background take the headphones off. Otherwise, keep it on and listen in silence.

[@TechieConnoisseur]

I mean, what if you wanna listen to music but need to be able to hear if your name is called? Or what if you’re in a plane and wanna hear the pilot speaking?

[@domzbu]

TechEnthusiast to be fair the pilot has nothing to say to you. If he is in trouble then the last people he is talking to are passengers lol

[@TechieConnoisseur]

Hangry Hippo Usually pilots directly speak to the passengers 3-4 times a flight. I mean I enjoy hearing how much longer we have till we reach the ground or how the weather is there or flight attendants speaking to me asking what drink I’d like.

[@TechLiberator]

Lol who paid 400 for the momentum 3? Not me.

[@AxelWerner]

i received a Sennheiser PXC 550 II + Sennheiser BT T100 Transmitter today. BOY IT SUCKS! Headphone firmware can only be updated using a chatty android app AND REQUIRES 15+ MINUTES IF YOU KEEP YOUR PHONE FROM SLEEP! But the most anoying thing is sporadic weird crackle noises when ever there is sound. Even when paired with the Sennheiser BT T100 it crackles in both speakers at the same time. no matter what volume, even when ANC is OFF!! must be a bluetooth thing. absolute NO GO for me!!

[@AX7razor]

For all these people who expect to "feel" bass with their headphones, I have a suggestion. Go get a watermelon sized speaker. Headphones in my opinion are not meant to feel your bass. Headphones are designed to for intimate listening.

[@zugo-tg7125]

Ikr

[@MichaelM28]

Micro USB = no buy

[@UnknownUser435]

Totally agree man. Last time I checked It's definitely not 2016 anymore.

[@MichaelM28]

Evanti Blacke What amazes me more is that the QC35 hasn't been updated with a MK3 model with USB-C and Bluetooth 5.0 and it hasn't had a price drop.

[@lilspazzy7602]

Nice

[@Kevinjandro]

You never look happy or excited in your videos.... expressionless I would say👈🏾😝

[@zorilla0]

I tried out a pair of PXC 550 II's because I found the sound quality of the WH-1000XM3 to be a downgrade from my Audio-Technica ATH-M50xBT headphones (which lack noise canceling). I could not have been more disappointed. I'm pretty sure the pack-in earbuds that came with my old iPhone 5C sounded better than this. The upper-mids sound like they're coming through a straw. This would make sense since the ultra-thin fabric liner in the earcup is not at all equipped to dampen internal reflections. It reminds me of the way headphones sound when they have cheap replacement earpads that lack the foam layer needed to prevent this. Comfort is pretty awful, too. They are definitely _not_ big head approved. My head isn't humongous; I only need to extend most headphones out to 60-70% of their maximum size to fit my head, but I max out the headband on the PXC 550 II's and still find myself wanting an extra notch. The headband is stiff and it gives me a headache after 5-10 minutes of wearing them. If you need ANC, just get the Sony WH-1000XM3s. They do everything better than the PXC 550 II's and they're about the same price in excellent, used condition. As for me, I think I'll be sticking with my ATH-M50xBT's for home use and WH-1000XM3's for travel.

[@jasonyoung9735]

I recently picked up some PXC 550-II for $150USD ($219NZD) new, at that price they are great!! The next model PXC 550-III would benefit from USB-C and larger headband adjustment. I doubt the iPhone 5c earbuds would sound better, the KEF M100 maybe. The Technics AZ-70 buds certainly do.

[@Kevinjandro]

I have the Sony xm3's I'm gonna wait for the new version of them👈🏾🤔🤔

[@samuelgadgets1391]

I have Sony WF1003xm3 and Sony WH1003xm3

[@drodriguez3185]

I have the WH-1000XM3, those are great. Then bought the WF-1000XM3 not so comfortable, but great in the end. Those are perfect for noisy places and that's when you get the value for them. But if you want a pair of headphones for your house or office job, KZbin or Netflix, just buy a pair of Sony WH-CH700N, those are perfectly fine, I have them and are my go to when I'm in home (if you don't mind having a Micro USB cable). My other option are the Sennheiser 4.50 BTNC (the ones with Micro USB) those are great and enjoyable as well.

[@Max-ip2ct]

Sony has better ANC, but sennheisers sound/build quality is way better. Sonys sound quality is average at best. So for audiophiles it's sennheiser all the way.

[@Papko_Pukovich]

@@Max-ip2ct Sennheiser top!

[@numberoneyeatfan]

He seems a bit biased towards the momentum 3’s.

[@meistermusic7168]

@E. O. Would you say that I should pay 120 dollars extra above the PXC 550 2, to get the Momentum 3? Are they 120 dollars better?

[@meistermusic7168]

@E. O. I live in another country though, would you say the M3 are 120$ better than the PXC 550 ii?

[@turbo_twat]

nah m3s are just better in sound quality

[@zugo-tg7125]

The Momentum 3’s are the _true_ upgrade after all.

[@olivercox2565]

You have 50 thousand subs. Buy a goddam lapel mic.