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Brand | Sennheiser Consumer Audio |
Model Name | HD 599 Special Edition |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Premium, audiophile-grade over ear, open back headphones
- Lightweight with luxurious velour covered ear pads for extreme comfort
- Compatible with virtually every audio device including phones, tablets and computers
- Two detachable cables included (3 meter with 6.3 millimeter jack and 1.2 meter with 3.5 millimeter jack)
- Connector type: 3.5mm jack
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Sound quality | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
For gaming | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.2 | — |
Noise cancellation | 2.8 | 2.6 | — | 2.7 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Comfort | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | — | — |
Quality of material | 4.6 | 3.8 | 4.0 | — | 4.4 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | ARF Tech | HIFIMAN | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Bluetooth 5.0, Bluetooth |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | — | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 1/4-inch, 3.5mm Jack | 1/4-inch, 3.5mm Jack | 6.35mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack | USB Type C |
noise control | — | — | — | sound isolation | sound isolation | active noise cancellation |
headphones jack | 6.35 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Detachable, Without Cable |
Product Description
Sennheiser HD 599 Special Edition
The best in class, remastered.
Premium headphone for those seeking timeless design and build quality along with exceptional sound. Powered by Sennheiser proprietary transducer technology and featuring the Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement (E.A.R) design, the HD 599 SE represents a step into the world of audiophile sound reproduction.
Premium Components
Sennheiser engineered transducers use Aluminium voice coils delivering high efficiency, excellent dynamics and extremely low distortion.
Finished in classic black with matte metallic sliver accents this headphone communicates quality at first glance.
Open Acoustic Design
Around-ear, open-back design delivers an impressively 'open' spatial presentation to improve the listening experience.
Versatile Connectivity
The HD 599 Special Edition comes with two detachable cables: a 3m cable with a 6.3-mm jack for a home entertainment system and a shorter 1.2m cable with a 3.5mm jack perfect for use with phones, tables, and laptops.
Extreme Comfort
Lightweight yet robust design with luxurious velour covered ear cushions and padded headband deliver exceptional wearing comfort for long listening sessions.
Find Your Headphones
Open back | Transducer Principle | Closed back |
50 Ohms | Impedance | 23 Ohms |
12 – 38,500 Hz | Frequency Response | 10 – 28,000 Hz |
106dB (1kHz / 1Vrms) | SPL | 115dB (1kHz / 1Vrms) |
<0.1% (1kHz, 100dB) | THD | <0.2% (1kHz, 100dB) |
250g | Weight | 300g |
2 cables (3m & 1.2m) | Cables | 2 cables (3m & 1.2m) |
Open back | Transducer Principle | Open back |
50 Ohms | Impedance | 120 Ohms |
12 – 38,500 Hz | Frequency Response | 6 – 38,000 Hz |
106dB (1kHz / 1Vrms) | SPL | 110dB (1kHz / 1Vrms) |
<0.1% (1kHz, 100dB) | THD | <0.05% (1kHz, 90dB) |
250g | Weight | 240g |
2 cables (3m & 1.2m) | Cables | 1 cable (3m) |
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Product Dimensions | 7.2 x 6.1 x 3.2 inches |
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Item Weight | 9.2 ounces |
ASIN | B07RFNZYJZ |
Item model number | HD 599 SE |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #20,644 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #853 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Date First Available | June 11, 2019 |
Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
Country of Origin | China |
Item Weight | 9.17 Ounces |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Customers like the quality, weight and value of the headphones. For example, they mention that it's well constructed, light and not at all fatiguing to wear. That said, they're happy with appearance, sound quality, and comprehensibility. Opinions are mixed on connectivity.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. For example, they say it produces a broad spectrum of sound well, and they are able to hear more in the music. They also say the soundstage and imaging are better, making it very easy to hear and mix both sessions. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sound performance, mentioning that it makes long listening sessions a breeze.
"...ditch the tech and get what you really want!*sound is neutral - this means you get the true presentation of the music, not distorted at..." Read more
"...Deep bass and open audio experience like no other. It was like listening to song you knew but in a different way. Everything sounded great...." Read more
"...The HD 599 SE was so natural sounding and just… gorgeous.- The soundstage is what I've been seeking and missing with closed back and in-ears...." Read more
"...The audio is good, so you don’t have to worry about it being meh for the price. Now there isn’t any 7.1 surround sound and you get the basic sound...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that they are very comfortable, not at all fatiguing to wear, and fit their head just fine. They also fit people with large heads and the size is more than enough to fit their whole ear.
"...these are the most light and comfortable headphones I've ever owned. They aren't sweaty or constrictive at all and you can wear them for hours...." Read more
"...X2HR too heavy for me. I thought it wouldn't matter. Very comfy but gets heavy soon after and too noticeable.- X2HR definitely a boomier bass...." Read more
"...dug out my old Sennie's for a change and really appreciated the forgotten comfort and sound signature. So, I decided to research today's headphones...." Read more
"...the smaller jack of 1.2mm which still works very well while keeping the headphones slim...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They mention that they are comfortable, built nice, and reliable. They also appreciate the name brand quality. Customers also say that the highs are effortless and the midrange is the best. They say the headphones are an excellent set to turn on your favorite album, close your eyes, and get lost in the music.
"...get rid of all the gears the chain is shorter and the whole mechanism works more effectively and you get more power for your pedalling...." Read more
"...alot of time already listening to music on the HD599se because its really good. I appreciate these more and more as I listen to music...." Read more
"...While these headphones are made of plastic, they are very strong and you’ll struggle to break them...." Read more
"...on the headset itself is the smaller jack of 1.2mm which still works very well while keeping the headphones slim...." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. For example, they mention the aftermarket earpads are fantastic for the money, the quality is pretty fair, and the sound is good for the price. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.
"...They are the lowest priced product in the audiophile category and the sound is life changing if you've never experienced it before...." Read more
"...CONCLUSION:For a consumer-friendly price, you are truly entering Audiophile territory with the HD 599...." Read more
"...Do I recommend these? Yeah, the price isn’t bad for 115 dollars and these do have a place to be used...." Read more
"...a flat sound get the SR850s with the aftermarket earpads are fantastic for the money and will beat pretty much any “gaming” headphone on the market..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the headphones. For example, they mention that they're aesthetically pleasing, beautiful, and airy. Some appreciate the colors and the open back design. Overall, most are happy with the headphones' appearance.
"...I don't really understand that but it's just beautiful. I guess everything is spatial but the space is a smaller than a concert hall...." Read more
"...So much more balanced, not neutral, but everything is presented well...." Read more
"...The HD 599 SE was so natural sounding and just… gorgeous.- The soundstage is what I've been seeking and missing with closed back and in-ears...." Read more
"...The design is very premium looking, and I like the color pattern...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the headphones. They say that it is not at all fatiguing to wear, and the little weight it places on their head makes it comfortable to wear for long hours. They also appreciate the good padding and the open back design that enhances comfort. Overall, customers are satisfied with the weight and recommend the product.
"...some bad reviews are saying they feel flimsy but they are designed to be light and the open design lets in normal air circulation.*..." Read more
"...They are not that bulky or heavy so you don’t have to worry about any neck pain throughout the day.Comfort...." Read more
"...These weigh 250 grams and are light...." Read more
"...velour ear pads are a nice touch and generally these headphones are quite light and not at all fatiguing to wear. The sound is great...." Read more
Customers like the comprehensibility of the headphones. They mention that the clarity and depth is palpable, the treble is detailed, and every instrument is crystal clear. The bass is solid, and the midrange has good detail. The voices are articulate and the guitar and vocals come through clearly.
"...in the recording booth and they left it in for some reason, really astonishing detail...." Read more
"...Now I noticed the differences clearer. In Jazz, the sax was so much more clearer and cleaner. Guitars sounds beautiful...." Read more
"...Awesome!- Imaging is also superb and it’s easy to pick out the location of instruments...." Read more
"...- the bass does not and will not rumble your ears but every instrument is crystal clear and you can hear almost every frequency.- For voices?..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that they come with a detachable 3-meter cable with 6.3-millimeter jack, while others say that the wire is kind of ugly, and the proprietary connectors are too fine to fix.
"...The cables they include are very handy...." Read more
"...out at the slightest movement, but overall a disappointing and unreliable cord.- On top of that, the left to right panning is subpar...." Read more
"...Second, the headphones come with two cords, a small standard 3.5mm cord for cell phones and the like, and a long 10ft stereo cord...." Read more
"...But HD 599 does not have the cable with mic..." Read more
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I wish someone had told me this earlier. I'm just becoming a true audiophile and these are the gateway drug. I spent 400 on Sony WXM1000h which I thought would be the best possible sound, and I think they are for bluetooth headphones, but they use software and computer chips to place the sound dimensionally. These are half the price and the sound is a freaking miracle. I feel like I am in a space and all of the tones and instruments have their own position. I can direct my attention to them individually. I can hear crazy detail in records I've listened to a million times. Someone laughing in the recording booth and they left it in for some reason, really astonishing detail. I guess this is called the "stage" which people say is narrow for this model. I don't really understand that but it's just beautiful. I guess everything is spatial but the space is a smaller than a concert hall. If you are like me and always wanted audio experience but are too into cell phones and so think bluetooth and other technology matter, take the leap and buy this. It is life changing. I got a shitty set of bluetooth headphones as well just in order to make hands free phone calls. ditch the tech and get what you really want!
*sound is neutral - this means you get the true presentation of the music, not distorted at all
*open ear means people sitting next to you can also hear the music even though it is quiet- maybe not great for an office or shared space
*no noise cancelling means you can still hear sounds through the phones. I haven't tried these on an airplane but I bet they wouldn't muffle the noise at all. this is on purpose to achieve neutral / spatial sound.
*these are huge and don't fold. I don't think I will travel with them, because I don't want to risk breaking them. this could be a plus I think, since every pair of nice headphones I've ever owned have ended up breaking on the hinge. No hinge means they are sturdier.
*these are the most light and comfortable headphones I've ever owned. They aren't sweaty or constrictive at all and you can wear them for hours. the ear cups are super soft. some bad reviews are saying they feel flimsy but they are designed to be light and the open design lets in normal air circulation.
*No MIC you can't make phone calls. Hey do yourself a favor and take a break from your phone to enjoy your music!
I think of this kind of like a fixed - gear bike. if you get rid of all the gears the chain is shorter and the whole mechanism works more effectively and you get more power for your pedalling. If you strip away all of the options you are used to having with headphones and just focus on the quality of sound you will end up with these headphones. They are the lowest priced product in the audiophile category and the sound is life changing if you've never experienced it before. The sound is light years beyond anything digital or bluetooth can deliver. You probably won't wear them out of the house but so what. Don't be tricked into 500 dollar bluetooth headphones, just get these for music and some cheaper bluetooth headphones for hands free calls and you will end up with the same price tag and way more enjoyment.
TLDR: If you are considering 500 dollar bluetooth headphones because you love music, get these and a pair of cheap bluetooth headphones instead.
My ultimate two choices came down to Sennheiser HD599se and Philips X2HR. These two are so opposite when it comes to available information on the web. Tons of X2HR forums, reviews, videos, etc., and HD599se not so much. I wanted an open back headphone, for primarily games, and secondary music and movies.
I almost decided to keep both headphones because it was so hard to choose. Here are the differences first:
- X2HR too heavy for me. I thought it wouldn't matter. Very comfy but gets heavy soon after and too noticeable.
- X2HR definitely a boomier bass. Think deep rich smooth.
- HD599se, super comfy, probably my most comfy headphone. Ears don't get hot or sweaty like my Sony ANC headphones. Can wear for hours which others I kind of need to take breaks.
The first headphone I opened was X2HR. First song was a Paul Taylor's Push to Start. I almost cried, I don't think I've experienced a wide sound stage before. Deep bass and open audio experience like no other. It was like listening to song you knew but in a different way. Everything sounded great. Then I listened to more Paul Taylor, then Tobu, Axero, etc. Yeah there's awesome bass.
Then I couldn't contain myself I had to try the HD599se. First I was underwhelmed. Not wide, actually felt almost like closed back headphones. But I was surprised to hear bass, I was worried it would be non-existent. There was bass, but not as much as X2HR. Then I tried both on my PS4 controller. Both can were loud enough so no issues here.
Two days later I tried them again, but put on the HD599se first and listened. They were actually really good, not as bad as I remembered. Then I put on X2HR. Now I noticed the differences clearer. In Jazz, the sax was so much more clearer and cleaner. Guitars sounds beautiful. So much more balanced, not neutral, but everything is presented well. X2HR, bass does cloud the instruments, as its more pronounced I feel.
Ultimately, after listening to more music from tobu, axero, gramatik, jack johnson, nora jones, paul taylor, haywyre, etc., and playing ps4, I really wanted to keep both for different purpose. But in the end I chose one because I knew I'd only use one most of the time. Here's why I chose the Sennheiser HD599se:
- Audio is very balanced, and easy to listen to most genres. I like the bass doesn't overwhelm everything. Everything is pretty much at the same level. The instruments sounds much clearer. Its like if the artist wants more bass in the song, you'll definitely notice it. Its seems more a match for what the artist probably wanted you to hear.
- I don't know if burn-in happened, or what exactly that is, but over time I feel like the bass and audio quality of HD599se got significantly better. Or maybe its that it sounds better on my PC than phone, and that's when I notice it.
- Hip hop, jazz, blues, etc was a pleasure. Only edm sounded better on X2hr to me.
- Gaming was much more enjoyable on HD599se. In FPS like call of duty, I could hear my surroundings better and anticipate people around me. In sports games, I felt like crowd noise was overwhelming on X2hr, such as FIFA.
- Super comfortable and light.
- I spend alot of time already listening to music on the HD599se because its really good. I appreciate these more and more as I listen to music. I'm not analyzing, just listening and doing my thing.
In closing, I wish I could keep both. But won't. I wish Sennheiser had a little more bass, but its enough. You will hear the boom, bass hum, the usual, but just not as much or rich as X2HR. I wish HD599se had wider soundstage, which the X2hr had. Really like that openness... alot. If you like lots of bass and don't mind to sacrifice some of the audio of the instruments such as sax, piano, guitar, and ok with heavier headphone, then X2HR is amazing. I went back and forth so much between the two, and was hard to pick. I had to really listen alot. In the end I'm really happy with my decision and awesome black friday price. Maybe next year we'll see what options are available in the market.
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Reviewed in Mexico on June 5, 2023
Primero que nada, no soy profesional de audio o audiófilo consagrado ni nada de eso. Sin embargo, me gusta investigar sobre audio y tengo varios audífonos del rango de precio, por lo cual tengo algunos puntos de comparación. Los uso primordialmente para jugar, aunque también he estado escuchando música en varios formatos para probarlos. Esta reseña está escrita desde el punto de vista de un consumidor promedio con una (ínfima) embarrada de conocimiento en audio.
Debo decir que son *por mucho* los audífonos más cómodos que he tenido. Los he tenido puestos por horas y al poco rato uno deja de sentir que los trae puestos. Las almohadillas son de tela 'aterciopelada' y son bastante ligeros, lo que hace que sean comodísimos. El punto malo de este aspecto (y probablemente sea el único punto malo en general), es que para lograr eso, son enteramente de plástico, por lo cual no me parece que sean de uso rudo. No son plegables ni pueden girarse para acomodarse en el cuello, lo cual indica que son para uso casero y no tanto para exteriores (traerlos en la calle/hacer ejercicio/ tomar llamadas, etc.). Si no se traen puestos en la cabeza, no resulta cómodo ponerlos en el cuello.
El sonido es bastante bueno, realmente de lo mejor que puede haber en su rango de precio. NO son audífonos para monitoreo, por lo cual no tienen un sonido 'plano'. Es más bien un sonido 'cálido' con graves y agudos bien acentuados, pero sin llegar a exagerar en absoluto. Los medios están bien a secas, aunque a volúmenes muy muy altos podrían llegar a perderse un poco. Para la mayoría de usos no profesionales son realmente sobresalientes. (En juegos son una joya, por el sonido posicional y los bajos acentuados)
Los audífonos son abiertos, lo cual tiene implicaciones buenas y malas. Al dejar escapar sonido por atrás, la fatiga por escuchar música mucho tiempo es menor que con unos cerrados, además se consigue un mejor efecto de separación de sonidos y el 'soundstage' es amplio. Sin embargo, se escucha en toda la habitación lo que uno trae en los audífonos, incluso a volúmenes bajos. Mismo caso al revés: sonidos del exterior pueden filtrarse a los audífonos, por lo cual para ambientes ruidosos (como la calle) o para lugares compartidos con otras personas, no son muy recomendados. Igual para llamar/chatear por voz no son tan recomendados porque el sonido que sale de los audífonos puede filtrarse en el micrófono.
En cuanto a potencia, son suficientes. Son audífonos con una impedancia de 75 ohms (los audífonos de consumo "normal" son de 35 ohms), por lo cual, sí se van a escuchar un poco más bajos que audífonos de 35, pero en lo personal, creo que el volumen es suficiente. Si disfrutas de escuchar música a volúmen estruendoso, probablemente un amplificador te beneficiaría, pero no creo que es imprescindible en estos audífonos (más tomando en cuenta el hecho de que son pensados para uso en interiores)
Finalmente, vienen empacados en una caja de cartón bastante simple con el logo de Sennheiser. Solamente trae manuales, 2 cables (uno de unos 60cm y otro como de metro y medio) y obviamente los audífonos (OJO, los cables traen una especie de seguro para evitar desconexiones accidentales. Hay que girarlos para conectarlos/desconectarlos).
Investigué y no encontré mayor diferencia con respecto a la versión normal (blancos con café), más allá del precio (más de la mitad de los normales) y el color. La diferencia de precios me provocó un poco de desconfianza, pero buscando en foros y en reviews profesionales, encontré que son exactamente los mismos audífonos, sólo vi un comentario que decía que las plantas de ensamblaje eran diferentes, pero los componentes son los mismos.
CONCLUSIÓN: si piensas usarlos en casa y para aplicaciones no profesionales, son una verdadera joya. Pienso que incluso sin el precio de oferta valen totalmente la pena. Para la edición normal sí la pensaría más, es más del doble del precio de esta edición. Si quieres unos audífonos para traer en la calle o para aplicaciones profesionales, te sugeriría buscar más opciones primero, probablemente por el precio podrías escoger algo que cubra mejor tus necesidades.
So what's the low down of these headphones? Well let's start with the (nitpicky) negatives:
a) Open-back headphones - These clearly have a specific use case (i.e. at home usage) but it also means they cannot work as a one size fits all (as I said, I'm nitpicking here)
b) Wires - The wires are a bit longer than I would like. Now, this probably isn't a con for many but it is (albeit minor) for me as my main use for these headphones is with my laptop and the wire just gets tangled due to the short distance between my head and my laptop.
c) No Mic - Come on Sennheiser, surely it's not too much to ask to offer a mic (in-built would be fine too) with these? It's just frustrating not being able to use these for chats with my PS5/XSX - basic stuff really!
d) No Folding - A concept which I simply "expect" nowadays because of how spoilt I became thanks to the M50s. Sadly, unlike the M50s, the earcups on these do not fold at all which makes storing these an utter mess (I just use a headphone stand so I don't have to deal with it!)
e) All That Plastic - Make no mistake, they are as snazzy as anything out there but they are "cheap" for a reason. And that reason is their all-plastic build. They do appear to be reasonably durable (as long as they are well taken care of) but I highly doubt they would survive a big/heavy fall or two.
Now onto the positives (which is pretty much everything about these!):
a) Sound - Wow! I literally don't have a better word to explain how these sound. They have an epic soundstage and are just perfect for easy listening. The bass is tight (but not overbearing), the mids are punchy and the treble is far more than what I expected from what are reasonably cheaply priced headphones - they def punch far above their weight (for example, they easily rival the sound of my B&W PX7's and of the ATH-M50XBLs that I had before those - more on that at the end of the review)
b) Comfort - These are 100% the most comfortable pair of headphones I have personally ever owned. I could quite literally wear these for 5+ hours and I wouldn't feel uneasy at all (and that's despite the fact that I wear glasses). These are as good - if not better - than the Bose QCs that I tried in-store (well renowned as one of the comfiest pair of headphones out today)
c) Open-back headphones - What? You didn't think I would leave this point purely as a con, did you? Open-ear is what makes these so comfy and gives them the airy sound quality (not to mention the immense soundstage). They may not be a jack of all trades but they most certainly are the kings of their own!
d) Wires - Another con that's a pro as well! Yes, the wires can get tangled and are fidgety but most importantly, they are replaceable! Once again, the M50's badly spoilt me with this feature, and now I refuse to buy a pair of headphones - no matter how good - if its wires can't be replaced (I'm looking at you Beyerdynamic DT770 Pros!)
e) Feather-weight - Maybe it's because of the all-plastic build (another con that's a pro?) but these are insanely lightweight. Heck, sometimes I don't even remember that I'm wearing them (until I see it's wire tangled all over me!). In other words, PX7's (which I absolutely adore as well by the way), these are not!
Bottom line is, I could sing praises for these headphones all year long - that's how good they are. Most of my complaints are very minor (some are just outright nitpicking) while these headphones have positives in abundance. If you can get these in a "deal" then they are a no-brainer but if not, well then they're still a no-brainer - an absolute must-buy!
P.S. Check my review for the B&W PX7's as well if you want to see a sound comparison between those headphones against most of the newish wireless headphones.
As a point of reference, for me, these headphones have nearly the same sound quality as those PX7's (these have better soundstage and comfort while the PX7's have far better isolation - obviously, somewhat punchier bass and a slightly more lively overall sound - thanks to their much more expensive angled drivers and metal build quality).
Do note that the PX7's can cost up to 3 times more than these headphones (when these are on discount)! They serve an entirely different purpose to these headphones though so a direct comparison between both headphones would be inaccurate.