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Sennheiser HD 800 S Open-back Audiophile and Reference Headphones

Open-ear Circumaural Headphones with 56mm Steel-encased Transducers, Handmade Microfiber Earpads, Lightweight Aerospace Headband, and 4Hz-51KHz Frequency Response - Matte Black
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A New Class in Comfort and Sound Reproduction

You'll appreciate your favorite music on a whole new level with Sennheiser HD 800 S Reference Class headphones. This upgrade makes the gold-standard HD 800 headphones even better than ever with an untouchable frequency response for explosive lows and crisp highs, dual 6.3mm/4.4mm cable connections to support a wider range of audiophile headphone amps, and new 56mm steel-encased transducers that direct sound to the ears at an angle for a more natural soundstage. Mix engineers will appreciate the full, un-hyped frequency response and low distortion for defining bass content in a track, and even casual listeners will appreciate the low-fatigue aerospace headband and plush handmade microfiber earpads. When you're serious about sound reproduction and want headphones that are true in every detail, Sweetwater recommends Sennheiser HD 800 S Reference Class headphones.

Circumaural for comfort, open ear for reference quality

Listeners who wear headphones more than a few days a week will immediately appreciate the German engineering that went into making the Sennheiser HD 800 S among the best headphones on the market. An over-the-ear design with lightweight aerospace molding and microfiber pads make the HD 800 S so comfortable you'll forget you're wearing them, while an open-ear design with 56mm drivers - the largest size ever used in dynamic headphones - delivers a remarkable frequency range for reliable mix reference and premium listening enjoyment.

Sennheiser HD 800 S Reference Class Headphones Features:
  • Circumaural design with microfiber earpads for all-day comfort
  • Open earcups for a transparent sound and low resonance
  • Lightweight aerospace headband and mounting
  • Sennheiser Absorber Technology eliminates the masking effect for clear highs at any volume
  • 56mm transducers with stainless-steel casing for full sound and durability
  • Directs sound to the ear at an angle for a more natural soundstage
  • 6.3mm and 4.4mm inputs support a wide range of audiophile headphone amps
  • Remarkable 4Hz-51KHz frequency response for explosive lows and crisp highs
  • Low 0.02% total harmonic distortion (1KHz at 100dB) for uncolored sound reproduction
  • Includes 6.3mm cable and 4.4mm cable
  • 2-year manufacturer warranty
Experience new levels of sound reproduction and comfort with Sennheiser HD 800 S Headphones!

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Wired
  • Open/Closed: Open
  • Fit Style: Circumaural
  • Driver Size: 56mm
  • Frequency Response: 4Hz-51kHz (-10 dB)
  • Impedance: 300 ohms
  • Connectivity: 1/4" plug, 4.4mm plug
  • Cable Type: Straight
  • Cable Length: 9.8 ft.
  • Detachable Cable: Yes
  • Color: Black
  • Material: Microfiber Earpads
  • Weight: 0.73 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 506911

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Rated 5/5

GREAT CANS!!!

What else can I say besides that these are some GREAT CANS!!! Wonderful Headphones! Extremely high quality, well constructed, with clear resolution and very little coloration of sound (if any). A must buy for the Audiophile, Composer, Studio Engineer or Producer. I was impressed as soon as I opened the packaging, because most Headphones come with a bag to place them in when not in use, these come with a large padded case! They are a little on the pricey side, but well worth it! My Sweetwater Sale Rep Ian Lemberg (ext. 1280) recommended them, and boy was he right!

BUY THEM!
Music background: Music Producer
Rated 5/5

HD800S is definitely a right choice!

I have had my HD800S since 06/2023 and they sound superb with my high-end audio system. My system comprised of the following: PrimaLuna EVO 100 Tube DAC with upgraded NOS tubes, Lamm LL2 Deluxe preamp (highly Modified w/Duelund VSF Components and more + upgraded NOS tubes), Primaluna EVO 300 Int with KT150 tubes + NOS 1960's 12AU7 tubes. I am also using a free software "Peter's Equalizer APO Config. Extension (APO) with the preset set on classic. This settings really helped boosting the bottom end and lowering the brightness of the top end just a tad. I highly recommend the HD800S for all of you who has a great sound system and is looking for a great headphones to compliment your system.
Rated 5/5

Compare them all...

I read the articles, reviews, and watched videos on every headphone made until I came across one that compared all the Sennheiser headphones and these are the best Sennheiser has to offer. I was going to get a headphone amp (Neve, Little Labs, SPL) until I got the Apollo X8P BLA mod and decided it was not necessary with the upgrade and the HD 800 S cans are now a pleasure to listen to with no ear fatigue and silky high detail.

If you get these cans you have to consider the headphone amp and D/A conversion as well, otherwise you have Indy wheels on a Yugo.
Music background: Musician, Recording Tech, Mixing, Mastering.
Rated 5/5

Awesome clarity

I don't guess anything in audio is "perfect", but the HD 800S are close. There could be a bit more low end, it's there and defined, but lacks the punch of other headphones. The clarity and details are amazing, with great image separation and sound stage.
They are very light, and sit well on my head. There's very little clamp force, I could bend over and have them fall off, these are for sitting still, not head banging.
Rated 5/5

Phenomenal Sound!

As a musician and audiophile, I have several pairs of headphones but these have a clarity like no other cans I've listened to ever. Definitely need headphone amp unless it's built into component. My Marantz has built in amp for headphones. Not cheap, but if you are wanting to hear the recordings as if you are in the studio, these are for you!
Music background: Musician, audiophile.

From their studio-standard MD 421 II drum mic to their trusty headphones and ultra-reliable wireless systems, there are countless good reasons why the artists and engineers here at Sweetwater are quick to recommend Sennheiser products. In our personal studios, you'll find plenty of HD 280 Pro headphones, e609 Silver cab mics, and other staples, while many of us rely on EW wireless in-ear systems onstage. Our long association with Sennheiser means we constantly have their latest products in stock and in our hands, so we're ready to tell you all about them. If you're looking for Sennheiser gear, then get the information you need from people who use it - trust your Sweetwater Sales Engineer.

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