Instruments and vocals are clear and crisp, and the open design gives these headphones a spacious soundstage. This is one of those headphones. 3,5 mm stereo jack plug to 1/4* (6.35mm) stereo jack plug Cable length. THD top < 0.05% at 100 dB SPL at 1 kHz. Years from now, the $199 new HD6xx will NEVER achieve similar percentage loss. Many of these tracks are a bit tough to hear because they were recorded with quality over loudness as a concern, so they can often sound a little crappy on consumer headphones compared to how they should sound. Sweet Baby Jesus, someone finally listened. . Bass extension is equal to HD58X and is on the proper level and sounds extended, very natural, not overblown and above all not lacking bass either. The company’s flagship from 2003 to 2009, this open-back headphone has shown serious staying power Description Features Specifications Drop's All … All of these markets are governed by a combination of frequency-based balancing services and slower reserve services. For low cost Hi-Fi enjoyment this headphone is an excellent choice in this price segment and I would even say above this price point when the emphasized area is addressed. The Sundara is far more neutral on the low-end with a very linear bass response right down to 20Hz. Authoritative bass response, sounds great with most amps. White noise has a flat frequency response, and so must be the response produced by Mike if the headphones are flat. The 100μs impulse shows a slight overshoot which improves using the treble fix. Also for music listening I normally used some other closed cans as the 598s are too bass light in that regard. Thanks and best regards :). The Bass is slow and wooly, but not what I’d consider deep reaching. power rating: 0.2W The Hd650 is the more refined and elegant sounding, has a more relaxed midrange and treble. This way the plots are overlaid and it is easier to see how the tonal balance changes. Review: AKG K371 - King of Budget Closed-Backs - Headphonesty The stereo imaging, which is known to be a bit narrow in the HD6xx series, is substantially wider and almost reaching HD800 territory. Sennheiser's HD 650 have been popular over-ear headphones among audiophiles since their debut over 10 years ago. Almost never harsh up top. This is not high enough to cause sibilance but does make the treble a bit coarser and sharpish. • Frequency response: 12–38,500 Hz (-10 dB) • THD + N: < 0.1% at 1 kHz, 100 dB • Sound pressure level: 104 dB at 1V, 1 kHz • Connector: ⅛ in (3.5 mm) gold-plated stereo jack plug • Cable: 6 ft (1.8 m) OFC, detachable • Weight without cable: Approx. Serious listeners that like to listen to high quality recordings but don’t want to spend more than €/$ 200.- (and not afraid to use EQ or filter) The HD600 is the more accurate and revealing, which makes it the more painful of the two when listening to harsh and painful, wince worthy tracks. Cable entry: single sided, left cup. 9.2 oz (260 g) • Individually serialized Included • ¼ in (6.35 mm) adapter • Manufacturer’s 2-year warranty. It can play decently loud from a phone and is a very easy load (little current drawn). It’s how I hear it and why I like it for a lot of my music collection. Excellent frequency response, channel separation, low distortion, spatial quality and detail. Go for it, as the experience is yummy, soft and fatigue-free throughout. Of course the B pads on the DT1990 raise the bass/warmth above that of the HD560S. The overly warm midrange from the HD599 is obvious. Color: Midnight Blue, Black. The shape of your head, bone structure, pad size, pad ‘softness,  (compliance), hair or no hair and or wearing glasses may (drastically) change the frequency response of some headphones, so… your personal experience may differ substantially from these plots. It doesn’t exist vividly deep, tall or wide, but has enough depth of field to enjoy for me. Subjectivist, Objectivist or Inbetweenivist ? Authoritative bass response, sounds great with most amps. Instead of showing impedance plots, which are hard to ‘read’ when it comes to assessing the tonal balance change in the real world, the HD560S is measured via a low resistance output (0.2Ω) and via a high resistance output (120Ω). tuh calm-eunuch-hate! This headphone can be used directly out of a phone when you don’t feel the need to play very loud. The Beyerdynamic DT880 600 ohms made my HD 600s sound boring. Shelly. . Sound-stage and imaging are top-notch, mid-range tones are warm and smooth. Because of the wide stereo image this headphone is quite suited for gaming as well (but is an open headphone without a microphone). OFC wire and aramid fibre reinforcement. All I can say is thank you “insert name of the random person who insisted that the HD6XX come only with a 5ft long, 3.5mm terminated HD650 cable.”. Below the driver from the front and from the back. I'm looking for a frequency response graph on the original Steel Series Arctis 3 (2017). Next time I see this drop available I’m getting it. Frequency Response (FR) is a necessary part of any AC power system, and is usually procured via ancillary service markets. The HD560S has a neutral sound signature with good bass extension. The HD-650's are well known and liked among audiophiles. Calibrated torsos cost a fortune. Posted by u/[deleted] 4 days ago. I use my HD 6XX and HD 600 with a Little Dot MK2 Ver. So many questions out there about impedance. I assume the pads will soften up over time. The tonality of the HD6XX is soft on the edges and not clinical, surgical or at all quick with decay factor. Bass extension of the HD560S is better. It is named HD 560S to indicate it is the cheaper nephew of the HD 660S. In essence, his opinion is that the 600s are not harsh unless you are listening on an iPod classic or some other inferior sounding or treble hyped device, and he therefor disagrees with your characterization of the 600s as being so harsh that they will make your ears bleed. It was sent to me for evaluation and doesn’t have to be returned. (replacement part number 092885, about $25.) It is the more accurate in presentation, tone and physical dynamic impact of the two and will always be the more revealing of the two. Responds less than the DT880 in the bass area. Hell ya! Damn…do you know what I was doing in 2003?! So while the plot shows a flat response that area is higher than the plot shows. If you like a more relaxed sound that is softer on your ear, the HD6xx is the wiser route. Extension of both headphones is very similar. I know experimentation is part of the hobby, so go ahead and try the EQ, but I don't think you will find the results you are hoping for. I power them with a Creative Sound Blaster ZXR sound card from my HTPC that can drive 600 ohm headphones so that should not be a problem. Hope that helps. By the numbers, the HD 6XX tout a massive frequency response of a claimed 10Hz-41khz, which is otherworldly for headphones significantly below $500. It seems like the HiFi market shifted to mostly natural/neutral sound signatures and forgot about the classic, musical sounding headphones from yesteryear, the HD650 is the poster boy of that class of listeners. The only difference between the original HD650 and the Massdrop HD6XX is a new, deep blue paint job, a different box. As we said earlier, the Sennheiser HD6XX provides amazing and lifelike sound quality and for such a reasonable price, which makes the headphone more desire worthy. If you like musical enjoyment over the accuracy, this is the headphone for you. We, musicality lovers, are here to stay and there are much more than I thought that still are around. The HD560S is practically insensitive to a seal breach. ProfFalkin. I talk about this in my Kitty review from Speakertec, which is a USB dac for phones. Perfect seal, seal broken with a thick arm (temple) pair of glasses. Diffuse-field equalized. Since the last I published this article, the HD 560S is launched in Sep 2020 and instantly became the new reference headphones for accurate listening. True, that the HD650 scales up in cleanliness with more power and higher quality amplifiers and USB DAC’s. Back when it was released, it was top tier. To reach impressive levels it needs a bit more voltage than a phone, tablet or USB dongle. Not annoying when music is playing though. Mids are as expected from Sennheiser. The cups can swivel far enough sideways but the vertical tilt is a bit limited. It has a huge frequency response of 10 Hz to 41 kHz, which is phenomenal for a headphone that costs way less than 500 USD. back to measurements Another comparably priced competition lies in the (older) Beyerdynamic DT880.The DT880 has less bass extension, a bit more emphasized lower mids and even more pronounced treble. The HD560S is more ‘forward/clear’ as the HD58X which sounds a bit more ‘warm’ and somewhat subdued in the treble. Your email address will not be published. But due to the sudden jump in the number of votes and the winning (I think so), they found that the voting has been manipulated. Detroit Tech 268,354 views. Below the HD560S versus the well known HD600. 1/4* (6,35 mm) stereo jack plug Adapter. Should headphones be neutral, or may they offer a signature sound? What about build? The cable is a bit microphonic but replaceable. At least, that is what my gut tells me. ... Only compare frequency response graphs from the SAME source. Floyd Self-test in Frequency Response Measurements; If you are looking for the Multiple Choice Questions in Floyd’s Electronic Devices proceed to ️ Floyd: MCQ in Amplifier Frequency Response. Frequency Response: 6Hz – 75kHz. Somehow, Massdrop was able to sell this HD6XX for $199 new. Has much brighter treble, can be harsh at times. The time span is also bigger in the spectrum plots and expired time is shown from below to top where in the CSD the time is shown from rear to front. and I found the XRK so nice, that I didn’t need the Dac connected to the phone. The first thing to note is that while the HD560S doesn’t have the upper bass bloom of the HD6XX - it’s much more linear than that - the HD560S still has excellent bass extension all the way down to the limits of human hearing. The small, but audible treble peak at around 7kHz can be lowered with some PEQ but this is not always possible or desired. The 8kHz treble peak of the DT1990 stands out like a sore thumb above the treble of the HD560S. The HD600 is neither bright or piercing. S.P.L. Despite the still increasing prices of high end headphones there clearly are also quite a few improvements in the lower price segment making the gap between affordable (€150-€200) and high priced headphones smaller. The Mids are relaxed and a bit distant, but so is the entire spectrum. It has the looks and mechanics of the current HD5xx range but the driver is renewed. This is purely out of curiosity since I already have my setup and am more than happy with it with no intention to change. Max. Don’t worry about scaling. The treble is a bit less refined due to the emphasis of the upper mids/lower treble but can be fixed by EQ or filtering. Thanks for sharing the wisdom! It is gently warm, boosted and vivid in heft to the entire spectrum, top to bottom. No big red flags here. Reviews of Sennheiser HD595 headphones. Weight: 372 or 379g. Nothing else needs to be said. You might even find that you don’t really need the Dragonfly in theory, as I found I didn’t need my Kitty DAC for my Samsung phone. I saw you also reviewed xrkAudio portable class A pocket amp. 1. The frequency response H(jw) is a function that relates the output response to a sinusoidal input at frequency w. They are therefore, not surprisingly, related. Mike is a custom project of mine, fitted with excellent capsules, but not perfect. That XRK is a wolf in sheep’s clothing and there really are not too many other amps on the market that will do justice to the HD650 in terms of that soft appeal on tone, the musical flare in tone and also coming stock with a very nice bass response. If it is the 32ohm, it is much easier to drive. The HD6XX is less comfortable than any headphone I have, and it's because of the pads - the opening width is too short and puts pressure on the front and back of my ears. Especially now when so many people would simply argue to the death over any little thing just as long as they don’t have to admit being wrong. No deep rumbles at ‘Harman target’ level which may well be a good thing. The velour pads are exchangeable and all black. The angle of the driver has something to do with this. I never understood this veil topic that much. A rather simple passive inline-filter can be constructed that only addresses the problem area. I like it quite a bit off the Acoustic Research M2 but even the little Pono and iBasso DX90 do a pretty decent job. The sound signature is not ‘warm’ but closer to HD600 but with deeper bass. Musicality is hard to get right and it is a rare type of sound in the ‘High-End’ world of headphones. Without taking it too far into the boosted area, few headphones offered such a vivid heft to the overall sound signature as the HD650/6XX have. Below the frequency response of the HD650 (Left, Right) 2017 version. Below the distortion measurements of the HD560S (Right channel). On the left the HD560S and on the right the same conditions but using the ‘treble fix’ (see further below). 10' (3m) straight cord. Thank you, Sennheiser for finally caving on the pricing and allowing it to be sold this cheap. back to Sennheiser 10 Likes. A short 6.3mm to 3.5mm cable is supplied so it can be connected to portable equipment. Below 50Hz this headphone drops off gradually. This looks really nice. . The long cable is a bit ‘springy’ and alas also microphonic. I shortened the cable to 1.2m. But, this HD650 is all about the enjoyment on a musical level, so they made sure to tune it down a bit up top so you don’t ever shrug and blink in pain when that swing’n jazz cat smacks the high hat cymbal hard in the track. A different plot is the spectrum plot. I’ve not heard anything this smooth in the $500 and under open-back headphone world, nor have I ever used an open headphone that cheap that also scales up with better equipment to such a degree. Features: 4 gain settings, ‘HD6XX’ button, 3D button, balanced input and output Wouldn’t worry at all, mate. I am listening to “Muddy Waters – Folk Singer” with my HD-6XX plugged to OTL LIttle Dot MK II headphone amplifier with Russian power tubes and Mullard UK tubes, FX Audio DAC-X6 as the DAC and audio source is Flac. Frequency response (-3dB): 10 Hz – 200 kHz; Function Button: HD6XX adaption and/or XSpace; Bypass; IMD: 0.0098%; Crosstalk: -50 dB ; Zout (headphone out): 0.25 ohms (single-ended), 0.5 ohms (balanced) Zout (balanced line out): 200 ohms; Maximum power consumption: 13 W / 2.6A; Dimensions: 4.6 x 3.9 x 1.2 in (11.7 x 10 x 3 cm) Weight: 1.87 Ibs (0.85 kg) iFi audio ZEN DAC … report . The light weight is pleasant and aside from the clamping force you hardly notice you are wearing them. Certainly not. Material: Metal grilles, carbon fiber, velour ear pads, plastic. That experience begins with a hefty black case of thick cardboard, layered with an ample bed of hard foam, and boasting a black-gloss Sennheiser logo on the lid.Inside, the can… Get giftable tech Shop now. Most people prefer to see percentages instead of level differences so below the exact same plot except ‘normalised’ to the actual signal and level differences given in percentages. But this is all beside the point anyway. remain below 0.1% > 100Hz. I don’t have any comparison points so my question is: am I scaling the HD6xx appropriately or does my setup any shortcomings from your perspective? And while the price has plummeted for the 6XX version, that doesn’t mean potential buyers won’t get a real taste of audiophile luxury. I started my audio journey back in 96' and haven't looked back. The Sennheiser HD 650 deliver an excellent and open sound that's great for critical listening. . Those looking for V- or U-shaped headphones. Effectively, this shows how significantly the headphone’s frequency response deviates from the target. So, there really is no doubt that the HD6XX scales up again here with the treble quality and with the home desktop rig, I don’t really notice much of a problem. Those that like a wider stereo image and dynamic lively sound, Enjoy music through headphones on a low budget. Good for neutral listening. Below an aid to help determining the sound character of headphones with relation to the frequency response. I finally retired my HD600s in favor of these when I plugged these in for the first time. When the low-bass response is worsened at higher SPL this points to damping/excursion problems. Rightly so. Boost the treble a bit. The example below finds the 256-point frequency response for a 12th-order Chebyshev Type I filter. Inner Pad dimensions: depth font = 21mm, rear = 28mm, Width = 40mm, height = 70mm, oval shaped The HD650 is much more musical and fun sounding set. 3 and it’s a great match. The frequency response H(jw) is in general is complex, with real and imaginary parts. I’m with you, I’ll pick another up as well if I can manage to battle off others when it gets dropped. Distortion levels in the lowest frequencies are as expected from smaller diameter drivers. Because of a lack of pinna this is not possible for me to show the exact effect. It is not just headphones, they are a Time machine when properly powered. But after listening to the HD 6XX model for the past … As we said earlier, the Sennheiser HD6XX provides amazing and lifelike sound quality and for such a reasonable price, which makes the headphone more desire worthy. The drivers differ and so does the response. This is described HERE in more detail. Here we can see that the tonality of the HD560S is very close to that of the venerable HD600 but with better bass extension and even more clarity. No concrete number on this. ¼" plug. Roll off = reference to the point (frequency) where treble energy starts to diminish, or cease to exist above a certain frequency. The resonance frequency is around 60Hz resulting in a warmer and bassier sound. But that’s entirely subjective. Toss them an email saying thank you for dropping the price on this headphone and giving it an overhaul in the community. The Aiva bass performance is a little more colored with a bit more mid-bass emphasis and warmth. Below the HD560S versus the well known HD650 1. This indicates that this headphone is not primarily intended for portable usage. The HD650 would be the one you’d want to use if you want a softer approach to everything, less dynamic impact and easier on the ear to listen to for prolonged periods of time. “Then grab the HD600 and enjoy your bleeding ear.” I finally was able to get in on the 6xx drop (just received them yesterday). I found that area to be about 6dB above neutral. Its just not a very comfortable for long listening. Most measurement sites have some smoothing applied which ‘irons flat’ sharp peaks and ‘wiggles’. 3,5 mm stereo jack plug Adapter. The lower regions of the HD6XX are neither impressively responsive nor absurdly clean when comparing it to the current era headphone titans. Material: Metal grilles, carbon fiber, velour ear pads, plastic. But, quality overall still remains superior with the HD650. 16 ~ 30,000 Hz at - 3dB. The HD598 a noticeably wider feeling to my ears. on this combo. Frequency Response: 10 Hz – 41kHz. Above 100Hz where distortion starts to matter the distortion numbers are impressively low. You are using a musical headphone aimed for musicality and enjoyment, so why stick with the stock sound if you can alter it a bit to make things more to your enjoyment? . What´s your opinion about 598 vs 650 for movie watching? It is not the best you can get, but it is the most well rounded now for the $199 and under tier, I don’t think anyone can honestly state otherwise. Detachable: Yes. The clamping force is a bit on the high side but certainly not too high. Undoubtedly this was done to add colorful humor and emphasis to your article to make it more enjoyable to read, and this is not an atypical style of comparative review writing. save. This is quite literally the best open-back headphone deal that exists and I hope it forces Sennheiser to wake up and go back to their roots. There is about 2.5dB more bass. Again, reviewers seem to forget this headphone is now $199, so the complaint about a veil at this price range seems unfair. The headband can be extended over a good range so it is possible to get a good fit with larger heads as well. Build . Another, more expensive, Beyerdynamic option is the DT1990 with Analytic pads.Here too we see a bit more bass in the HD560. Type: Over ear, open A horizontal line shows audible neutral response in the plots on this website. Still, the depth is 25mm and thus more than 21. Treble being rolled off was never stated in my comment with regard to the HD600. Cable Length: 5ft. Sennheiser HD 600 and HD 650 are not all perfect, as they comes with some drawbacks as well. Izzuh fay-ull-yuh . Collapsible: No Build. The DT880 has contrasting traits compared to he HD650, so if you love the DT880, you’ll be getting a lot of the opposite in the HD650. Depends on your preferences, mate. This basically is a CSD (Waterfall) plot but viewed from above where the level differences are colour coded instead of being in the vertical axis. Somewhat troubling is his attempt at EQing the bass led to nothing of value. The HD598 is more lively and engaging, more forward feeling and has more treble energy. Neutral, lively and ‘open’ mids with an emphasized clarity with some recordings bordering on shouty presence. Scales up more with better sources/amps. The locking mechanism seems exclusive for the HD5xx range. Efficiency: 99 dB/1mW (108dB/1V), the data sheet mentions 110dB/V So they simply rejected the headphone itself (for now I … Weight: 240 g. (excl. Below the spectrum plot of the HD560S (Right channel). As this is a dynamic headphone the frequency response can be amplifier output resistance dependent when certain higher output resistance amplifiers are used. The 440Hz square-wave shows a well damped signal that follows the stimulus reasonably well and shows little to no ringing. Headphones Massdrop Sennheiser HD6XX/HD650 Especificações: - Color: Midnight blue - Transducer principle: Open, dynamic - Frequency response: 10 Hz – 41 kHz - THD: 0.05% - Nominal impedance: 300 ohm - Cable length: 6 ft (1.8 m) - Connector: ⅛ in (3.5 mm) - Weight without cable: 9.2 oz (260 g) - Made in Romania Foram comprados no dia 17 de Dezembro de 2019. If you want to experience a subdued, lesser quantity up top experience that is still present enough to swing a “meh” vote, then the HD650/6xx should be on your bucket list. Oh, come on! The sound stage shape is different, the HD650 more balanced in depth, width and height. The site has partnered with Sennheiser to release two dramatically-cheaper options in both the Drop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee, and now the Drop x Sennheiser HD 6XX.Based off of the former consumer flagship and Sennheiser HD 650, the HD 6XX has enormous … Hell of a Collectors item as well, I predict. Will my X phones work in a Y thing? The cable length has also been shortened from a … Cable Length: 3m (9.84 ft.) Weight: 9.17 Oz. Same $199 get you the MassDrop AKG K7XX. The Sennheiser HD600 deliver a good, well-balanced frequency response. Truly, it took a decade and a half for another company entirely to actually make a proper upgrade to the HD650 that retained a similar sound signature and presentation, but that drastically improved quality across the board: The Focal Elear. My setup was: Samsung phone > Kitty > XRK > headphone. The bigger the deviation the stronger the effect. This would all depend on your preference. Bass sounds ‘tight’ and ‘dynamic’ and integrates seamlessly with the mids. Even lifting the headphone a bit does not change the tonal balance. - Duration: 12:34. . If you want to experience that, grab the HD600, and enjoy your bleeding ear for the sake of accuracy if the track isn’t nicely recorded. In terms of rig pairing, the HD6xx will pair very well with your setup, the Dragonfly in the middle is just a bonus I think. for this headphone. Torq: this can as much as double with heavy bass content due to the non … (If we must hate each other for re- I could live with it if I had to. No bloated nor ‘fat’ or muddy bass. Those that have their ear touch the driver and are annoyed by it in the HD6xx series may be pleased to hear there is more depth in the HD560S. The HD660S is clearly a more neutral headphone in that area. Nah. It seems the shift of expensive headphones these days has gone the way of surgical accuracy, forgetting that there are many listeners out there who prefer a thickness to the sound signature itself, some boosted bass and vivid treble. It is (subjectively) due to a soft appeal and lacking dynamic kick and slam factor. Those that know how to solder litz wire can shorten the cable or turn it into a balanced cable. NO SMOOTHING is applied to the shown plots. . Decently loud is no problem. It’s how I hear it and why I like it for a lot of my music collection. They deserve the gesture and years later, I enjoy this headphone just as much now as I did back then. Internally the cable is 4-wire construction litz wire and the return signals are combined in the 6.3mm TRS plug. Drivers, angles, baffles, port(s), back and front damping, pads, leakage of sound, closed … Nowhere near as cool sounding as the DT880. 3. The New Reference: HD 560S. Some headphones simply sound fast, effortless or your pick of other “accurate” sounding terms used to describe a neutral sound signature. Hi, Pete. However, if this theory is correct, then why don’t all headphones have the SAME frequency response? This is a lightweight headphone that feels a bit cheaper in the hand than the HD6xx range. 2) limiting frequency response variations. Frequency Response top. 300 Ω Weight w/o cable. Note: I have no affiliation with Sennheiser or other headphone manufacturers. The man or woman who tuned the HD650 should have received an award for adjusting literal, physical quantities of bass and treble in perhaps the yummiest manner on the market, especially so back in 2003 when pretty much nothing great also shared that sound signature. I said the HD600 is a more neutral headphone and, in turn, the one more prone to be closer to accurate with treble response vs the HD650. Come on, Sennheiser. The HD560S also has no relation nor is it referencing to the HD560 Ovation. home, published: Sep-24-2020, updated: Nov-13-2020. Designed in Germany, drivers made in Ireland, the headphone is assembled in China. 15 years later, pricing on the used HD650 is still $225-300 depending on condition. Below a comparative measurement of the HD560S and a similarly priced HD58X. Honestly, Mike's hearing is not perfect. Clamp force on the HD600 and 650 is known to be rather snug like a bug in a rug, but it does open up over time. 260 g Downloads. But I digress . The HD650 is rolled off. It is not intended for professional usage though. It is closer to the HD6xx range in some respects than to the HD5xx range. I wasn’t impressed by the 650. Almost nothing in the headphone market stays available for that long. As for the HD6XX, the cost to ship to Singapore is a little prohibitive, but if you have contacts who can bring it in, then it is definitely the best value option to own a brand new Sennheiser HD600 series. So overall, listening to the HD6XX has really peaked my curiousity of the HD660S even more. Q vs. Width...lost here. I was just fine and happy with my phones 3.5mm direct to the XRK for usage with the HD6xx. Those looking for bright splashy headphones (Grado/Beyerdynamic/AudioTechnica treble). An external amp allows you to play impressively loud. So overall, listening to the HD6XX has really peaked my curiousity of the HD660S even more. Below the perceived effect the filter has on the frequency response of the HD560S (in reality that area is higher).This filter lowers the elevated area between 2kHz and 15kHz (centered around 4kHz). circumaural Connector. I’ve cried for years and felt supremely lonely in the fact that I am a musicality buff and personally prefer fun over accuracy in my headphones. The time span is also bigger in the spectrum plots and expired time is shown from below to top where in the CSD the time is shown from rear to front. It plays about 3dB louder than the HD650 at the same volume setting. I’m sure nobody had bad intentions toward anybody here, but I’m also pretty sure that Pete did not appreciate a snarky lecture on basic audio principles and term definitions from somebody who felt the need to talk down to him but not the need to carefully read or consider what Pete had actually said in the first place, which would have lead to the conclusion that Pete had not in fact shown any lack of understanding or misuse of any audio terms or principles. This is … The actual 2nd harmonic distortion above 100Hz may well be lower than 0.2% . 6.0 N ± 1 N Ear coupling. (website links), Foobar 2000 for Dummies (Part 1) – General Setup, Foobar 2000 for Dummies (Part 2) – Playing DSD – New SACD plugin (0.9.x and 1.x.x Series), power, efficiency, levels, balanced, impedance. For headphones with such unusually large drivers, the HD-650's are surprisingly comfortable, due to headband design and circumaural drivers with soft velour ear cushions. No, buyers like me do not personally want brutal, clinical and cold sounding products that relay the track as it was recorded. Today, though, many other sets have matched and even exceeded the response capabilities of the HD650. Neutral overall, but (a little too) ‘forward’ because of the elevated ‘clarity/presence’. Bass-heads looking for huge bulky lows The HD6XX is a mellow sounding headphone, one that lacks harsh physical impact (dynamics) and that has a relaxed midrange. The 3-6kHz area is perceived above neutral but is beneficial for gamers. The treble is different than the HD6xx series and more elevated. . but is indicating a next generation driver. The HD660S and the HD650 both are measured on location in a not very quiet room so that has an impact on the distortion measurements. Roll off = reference to the point (frequency) where treble energy starts to diminish, or cease to exist above a certain frequency. The HD650 still owns all the land in the sub $500 tier for open backs, despite a few competing threats to its 15 years or so reign after it was first released. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Color: Black, Silver. The headphone is also just god awful for gaming. I get it that good headphone maybe should mimic the frequency response of good speakers in a good room. 10 ~ 39,500 Hz at - 10dB. I agree that they are phenomenal, especially for the price! Is it poor in that regard? . cable) So, the frequency graphs Mike will produce may be a little skewed, but will consistently be, across all headphones. The HD6XX will sound good on any amp, while the K7XX only synergizes with amps of certain character. Max. GREAT headphones. 12:34. I paid $299 for my used HD650 a few years ago and thought I got a good deal. I was assured this headphone was not cherry picked by Sennheiser. Below the HD560S versus the HD599 disliked. Now that the technical crap is out of the way, let’s dissect build. HD650 is dark sounding. Well.. this is about to get complicated. The HD 6XX displayed nearly identical performance to the HD 650 in terms of frequency response and total harmonic distortion. 32/80/300/600 Ohms. The Signature edition features a specific ‘HD6XX’ function that adjusts its frequency response (not just in the bass). The left channel showed similar performance so is not shown. 3 m one. The blue ‘thingies’ between 1 and 5kHz is actually some background noises (open headphone). For the DT1990 there is a similar (not the same of course) treble fix. Are headphones made based on hunch? What I mean by that is that the headphone lingers on just a bit, especially so in the lower midrange to my ear. Now that the technical crap is out of the way, let’s dissect build. 6.0 N ± 1 N Ear coupling. It is easier to listen to for long periods for me, it is also more coherent and focused in the midrange. One does NOT have to worry about seal being essential for excellent bass extension. This is a great thing if you just want to kick back and chill out, grab a glass of wine or even take a walk when the weather is nice. A very minor upgrade from my 555, spent 2 days A-B the 555 and 595 only to get a non-distinct winner, the 595 in term of a more extensive lows. HD650 – Better midrange quality, tamed treble, less bass, much smoother sounding, more heft to the sound signature as a whole, harder to drive, colored tone but not too much. Sadly, the HD6XX does not image grandly. Can an Audio Noob Even Tell the Difference!? Impedance: 300 Ohms. You may be used to extreme bass over-emphasis in your headphones, so they may sound a little like … It probably has a better paint job as well that won’t decay in a few years time, as all HD650’s of old tend to. soundstage I´m not sure if the upgrade is worthwile. Not many other sets can sound that nice on a portable rig without any amplification, but then very noticeably improve beyond what you might have thought it would have with proper amplification and rig pairing behind it. The HD6xx series has about 21mm depth in the front and rear side where the HD560S has 21mm in the front and 28mm in the back (where it counts). It has a huge frequency response of 10 Hz to 41 kHz, which is phenomenal for a headphone that costs way less than 500 USD. As you can see in the graph above, the HD6XXs are a mid-heavy headphone, though bass and treble are also boosted enough to remain clear and detailed. Musical amps are hard to come by. Wholesale site Drop has taken to partnering with audio companies to offer products at a discount, but are they any good? If … Bass is a little lacking, but they will accurately reproduce the detail in high-res audio, especially plugged into an amp. It shows even at high SPL bass doesn’t reach problematic distortion levels. Disclaimer: The Massdrop HD6XX sent to us is a sample in exchange for our honest opinion. Note that this is all analog and not digital signal processing or software EQ. It is not flawless and needs some ‘fixing’ but when looking for an excellent and realistic sound reproduction with a wide stereo image and clarity the HD560S is a headphone that should definitely be on your list to audition. It really isn’t a problem. The FR markets in PJM; New-England; Great Britain; and Germany are compared in . What was the question again? Price tiers are irrelevant. Cable: 3m terminated in 6.3mm TRS jack. But then again, this is no surprise to HD650 owners of the past, as we all are perfectly aware that the HD650 is legendary with regard to scalability factor: put more voltage and better quality into the fire, receive a better edge on your blade. For reference, here’s the HD6XX’s power requirements for various SPLs assuming 300 ohms impedance, but note this can as much as double with heavy bass content due to the non-linear impedance/frequency response: HD6XX - Power Requirements 544×517 48.7 KB. I swear there are little German gremlins in there hanging from the right side of the frequency response curve, holding it down. Also the frequency range of the spectrum plot is wider (from 100Hz instead of 500Hz). A ‘horizontal‘ frequency response curve on the shown frequency response plots on this website thus indicates a perceived ‘flat’ tonal signature. I can hear a quality difference between my $799 Cowon Plenue M portable player and when I use the Plenue M as a pure DAC and tack on my Airist Audio Heron 5 as an amplifier in the chain. Only differences are the paint job and cable. The biggest difference is in the (fixable) lower treble/upper mids. All in all good performance in the bass to very good performance from the lower mids to the upper treble range. The 3-6kHz area is perceived above neutral but is beneficial for gamers. This basically is a CSD (Waterfall) plot but viewed from above where the level differences are colour coded instead of being in the vertical axis. The 3m long cable is connected via a locking 2.5mm TRRS connector and has a 6.3mm TRS plug on the other end. The different tonality from the slightly lower priced HD599 compared to the HD650S is obvious. So the 6XX and 650 are very close in sound? . Max. vegafleet, Sep 15, 2020 #19. imsjry likes this. A shortcoming of my measurement rig. Output resistances between these 2 resistance values will result in tonal changes between the green and red trace. Well.. this is about to get complicated. DT880 – Bass and sound stage are more well formed and interesting, more neutral and cold sounding, thinner sounding, harsher impact but more fun as well. I still see HD650’s being sold for $499 here and there on the Internet and nearer to $300 on the used market. Home usage and indoor ‘portable’ usage (when isolation is not of importance) and ‘accuracy’ is desired. HD6XX scales better with better gear but K7XX is very amp picky. Headphone cup connector: Sennheiser locking 2.5mm TRRS jack (Left and Right are overlaid). I tend to agree with his and Metal571’s description of the intimate presentation of the HD6XX. The 440Hz square-wave shows a well damped signal that follows the stimulus reasonably well and shows little to no ringing. Worth getting if I already enjoy a old pair of dt880 2003? To read more about Massdrop collaborations we have reviewed on Headfonics click here. Its just not a very comfortable for long listening. We also see a bit more midrange energy on the HD6XX, and this likely explains the more noticeable character to certain instruments. October 19, 2020 at 2:10 am. This lowers the clarity and treble quality ‘calms’ and is smoother but more sparkly then HD600 and much more ‘spacious’ sound. Not a soul will sell the HD6xx for $199 used in about 10 years, so I think the market value will eventually exceed the list price of the HD6xx. For the mixing engineer, the answer seems clear: they must be neutral and allow the engineer to hear the sounds as they are. Believe me, fellas, this is out of this world, It feels like I am right there in that concert back in 1963 (or 64). February 1, 2020, 8:17pm #4. The lower regions of the HD6XX are neither impressively responsive nor absurdly clean when comparing it to the current era headphone titans. The mids are dynamic and very open and clean. For casual, single-player gaming? The channel matching is excellent. To get the frequency response of a subset of filters in the filter bank, specify the second argument as a row vector of indices between one and the number of filters in the filter bank. Max. The proof is in the pudding, as the demand for the HD6XX is exceeding what Massdrop can even produce and it feels like Sennheiser needs to revamp this headphone with an HD800 variant that sounds just like the HD650, but scaled in quality to the HD800 level. Sennheiser named the HD560S as a ‘cheaper alternative’ to the HD660S so a comparison makes some sense.We see some resemblance between 100Hz and 3kHz. Wait, what was I gonna say? Nobody likes being spoken down to, but we like it even less when we see others speaking down to people when they themselves are the ones in the wrong. The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open over-ear headphone. Driver size: 38mm (36mm membrane), angled 9° Today, though, many other sets have matched and even exceeded the response capabilities of the HD650. From 25Hz to 3kHz the response is excellent and within +/- 3dB. is a good headphone in this price segment. The major difference between this model and the original HE400, as well as the S version, is substance factor in the upper areas of the frequency response. The HD560S is an affordable headphone in the HD5xx range. Sennheiser HD 6XX. With that in mind, it is not presented as a V-shaped headphone, meaning more bass and treble than midrange, which causes a distant-feeling vocal experience. This can be ‘fixed’ though which makes the treble smoother. Frequency response: 10 Hz – 41 kHz; THD: < 0.05%; Nominal impedance: 300 ohm; Cable length: 6 ft (1.8 m) Connector: ⅛ in (0.3 cm) Weight: 9.2 oz (260 g) Out of the Box. You can’t beat this. 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