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Sennheiser Consumer Audio HD 560 S Over-The-Ear Audiophile Headphones - Neutral Frequency Response, E.A.R. Technology for Wide Sound Field, Open-Back Earcups, Detachable Cable, (Black) (HD 560S)
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Brand | Sennheiser Consumer Audio |
Model Name | HD 560S |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Natural and accurate reference sound that reveals the truth in your music
- Lifelike depth and realism from open-back earcups that allow sound waves to expand naturally, New polymer-blend transducer membrane offers highly-linear excursion for superb control
- Wide soundstage from ergonomic acoustic refinement (e.a.r.) that tilts the drivers to the natural angle of your ears
- Extended low-end reach with gratifying presence for clear bass performance
- Connectivity technology: Wired
- Connector type: 1/4-inch
- Included components: Headphones, Cable, Owners Manual
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Sennheiser HD 560S
With linear acoustics tailored to extended listening sessions and smooth, gratifying bass performance, this headphone was crafted for the analytical audio enthusiast.
About Sennheiser
Sennheiser is shaping the Future of Audio – a vision built on a 75-year history of innovation and a continued drive for excellence that is woven into our company’s DNA and culture. Around the world, our employees share this passion in the pursuit of the perfect sound, creating products that exceed expectations and set new benchmarks in audio.
Reveal the truth in your music
Today’s audiophiles monitor their music with measured purpose on a wide range of devices from headphone amplifiers, audio interfaces, computers, and more. Sennheiser's HD 560S delivers the linear performance required by analytical audio enthusiasts at a breakthrough value, allowing the listener to have an honest look inside their music whether for pleasure or productivity.
- Lifelike audio tuned for accuracy
- Open earcup design for a spacious soundstage
- E.A.R. angled transducers for a front-row listening experience
- Ultra-light adjustable headband and articulating earcups
- Superior detail retrieval with highly accurate bass
Headphone Profile
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Around-the-EarLuxuriously soft earpads rest around the ear for long-term comfort. |
Open EarcupsExperience the breathtaking sound of a vented earcup that lets soundwaves expand naturally. |
WiredComes with a detachable cable with 1/4-inch (6.3mm) plug and a flexible adapter for connecting to 1/8-inch (3.5mm) sources such as headphone amplifiers, A/V receivers, audio interfaces and more. |
Open earcups that open minds
The HD 560S features an open-back design that provides natural propagation of sound waves. The E.A.R. (Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement) angled driver alignment recreates the optimal triangular listening position you would find in hi-fi loudspeaker setups and high-end recording studios. This combination creates a wide, articulate soundstage without the need for room treatment, letting you hear the neutral version of your music unaffected by the artifacts of a confined space.
Signature sound
The HD 560S transducers are specifically tuned for accuracy, offering dependable A/B comparisons of components, mixes, and media formats. The entire frequency range is honest, complemented by smooth, deep bass extension that reveals what nearfield loudspeakers often struggle to reproduce. Whether grading a new hi-resolution master or revisiting a vintage audiophile preamp the HD 560S offers a fatigue-free listen that you can depend on.
Let’s take a look at the specifications...
- Frequency response: 6 – 38,000 Hz
- Impedance: 120 Ohms
- THD: <0.05%
- Sensitivity: 110dB at 1 kHz, 1V
- Cable: Detachable, 3 meters (9.8 feet) length
- Included accessories: 1.8 meter cable with 3.5mm stereo plug and 3.5 mm to 6.3mm (1/4 inch) adapter
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Sound quality | 4.6 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Noise cancellation | 2.7 | 2.2 | 2.8 | 2.7 | 2.7 | 2.8 |
Quality of material | 3.8 | 4.1 | 4.6 | — | 4.7 | 4.6 |
Comfort | 4.4 | — | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.6 |
For gaming | 4.4 | — | 4.6 | 3.9 | — | 4.6 |
Sold By | ARF Tech | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 1/4-inch, 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 1/4-inch, 3.5mm Jack |
noise control | — | — | sound isolation | sound isolation | sound isolation | — |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 6.35 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Without Cable, Detachable | Detachable | Detachable | Jack plug, 3.5mm | Detachable |
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Item Weight | 8.5 ounces |
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ASIN | B08J9MVB6W |
Item model number | HD 560S |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,838 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #102 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | September 16, 2020 |
Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
Item Weight | 240 Grams |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
Cable Length | 3 Meters |
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Product Description
The HD 560S indulges the audiophile evaluating their music’s entire journey through the audio path. This open-back headphone is tuned to reveal the truth in your music without sacrificing the gratifying bass response needed to reproduce complex modern music—all at a breakthrough value. Its transducers are angled to recreate the optimal triangular listening position for a wide, articulate soundstage. The lightweight design of the HD 560S gives the listener a “barely there” experience for extended listening
sessions. The low-impedance drivers offer the flexibility to reproduce hi-fi sound on virtually any of your audio devices such as portable digital audio players, laptops, A/V receivers, audio interfaces and more. A detachable 3 meter cable provides the perfect amount of freedom to access your gear, and features a
6.3mm plug with a flexible 3.5mm adapter. This combination of accuracy, wide sound field, smooth bass performance, and long-term listening comfort make the HD 560S suitable for hi-fi aficionados and music tasks alike.
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Customers like the clarity, comfort, and sound quality of the headphones. For example, they mention that they provide a clear high-end, mids and highs, and that the plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, and fit.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say it's crystal clear, has good detail in the bass, and has great sound imaging. Some mention that the sound is pleasant for listening, with surprising noise isolation.
"...The sound quality on these headphones are exceptional. The Sennheiser 560s deliver a rich, balanced, and immersive audio experience...." Read more
"...For the price you can't beat the 560s. I think it has a more natural sound then the 6xx which is highly regarded.Highly recommended" Read more
"...Surprising noise isolation: these are by no means going to block out the outside world like a pair of closed-back headphones, but there are enough..." Read more
"...It is pleasant for listening, but high frequencies can sometimes get irritating.It sounds excellent by itself, but I went the extra mile...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They mention that the design is comfortable, and the fit is comfortable even on large heads. The plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening, and there is no pain at all.
"...The plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening sessions without any discomfort or fatigue...." Read more
"...Very lightweight.Pleasantly comfortable.Dimpled headband foam for relieving skull pain.Very ample earcup size...." Read more
"...box they came with for two nights, and they have been incredibly comfortable since...." Read more
"...Now they are comfy and make me happy ^_^Sound:These are open backs. They have no sound isolation...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They mention that they have a great build, and sound quality. They also appreciate the nice quality plastic, and say that the headphones are pretty good overall. Customers also mention that the Sennheiser 560s are a fantastic pair of headphones that deliver exceptional sound. They say that they are unbelievable for the price, and that they feel confident of their engineering choices.
"...In conclusion, the Sennheiser 560s are a fantastic pair of headphones that deliver exceptional sound quality, comfort, and versatility...." Read more
"...PROS:Quality Sennheiser plastic build that will last a lifetime.Very lightweight.Pleasantly comfortable...." Read more
"...The plastic feels quite durable. They have survived the airport, I made sure to pack them carefully between clothes, and a few drops from when my..." Read more
"...more detail, separate better, but as a result are more dependent on the quality of the source...." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. For example, they say it provides a great audio experience and is worth the price. Customers also appreciate the detail level and the high end sound quality. That said, some complain about the highs being harsh.
"...they may be a bit of an investment, the audio experience they provide is well worth it...." Read more
"...Very inexpensive when on sale.CONS:The cable and adapter stink. I'm not even going to use it...." Read more
"These are outstanding headphones at any price, and an unbelievable value at their typical ~$150 street price...." Read more
"...Great value headphones!" Read more
Customers like the clarity of the headphones. They say it provides a clear high-end, mids and lows. They also say the headphones accurately reproduce what is there and bring out details in their music that they had never noticed before. Overall, customers are happy with the clarity and sound of the product.
"...These headphones bring out details in my music that I had never noticed before, making every listening session a delight...." Read more
"...Perfect audio for gaming: the wide soundstage is great, as is the sharp treble for picking out things like voices, footsteps, and gunfire...." Read more
"...Normally it accentuates the high-middle frequencies, but it is clear all around...." Read more
"...This is perfect for trying to listen for footsteps or other audio cues within games...." Read more
Customers find the weight of the headphones to be really light. They mention that the plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening sessions without any discomfort. The sturdy build and get a lightweight great sounding headset. The weight is lighter, it means less burden to the neck, and well suited for long term.
"...The plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening sessions without any discomfort or fatigue...." Read more
"...Quality Sennheiser plastic build that will last a lifetime.Very lightweight.Pleasantly comfortable...." Read more
"...They're light, they're comfortable for average-sized heads (though see more below), and they sound great playing any content from any source...." Read more
"...They are very light I thought the box was empty when I first got it lol but it's actually kind of nice because these are the phones that I'm going..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they love the fit, saying that the earcups are big enough to fit all ear sizes. The pads are large enough to fully go around the ear and deep enough so the bass is not bad. However, others say that they have a tight fit and are uncomfortable on their head.
"...The adjustable headband ensures a secure fit, and the open-back design provides excellent breathability, preventing any build-up of heat during long..." Read more
"The first thing you'll notice is that they're *very* tight on your head...." Read more
"...Since they are open they sound nice and wide.At 120 ohms you can drive them from your phone but a good DAP or amp will help...." Read more
"...The only thing I would complain about is the cable. It's way too long and very cheap feeling. I would recommend to find a replacement." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that they work well and the sound quality is perfect. They also say that they do what they need them to do extremely well and true to the source audio. However, others say that the sound is pretty good but not great by any means, the cable is long and not very practical, and the headphones went out after a few months.
"...Sennheiser 560s headphones, and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed with their performance...." Read more
"...The HD 560S are a bit light on features compared to some other headphones in this price range...." Read more
"...I use these to edit the audio of my videos, work well for this purpose." Read more
"...I have been looking for an all around headset and I found it. This is perfect and has good clean bass ah “music to my ears”." Read more
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The sound quality on these headphones are exceptional. The Sennheiser 560s deliver a rich, balanced, and immersive audio experience. Whether I'm listening to music, watching movies, or gaming, the clarity and precision of the sound are truly outstanding. The bass is deep and punchy, the mids are crisp, and the highs are crystal clear. These headphones bring out details in my music that I had never noticed before, making every listening session a delight.
One of the standout features of the Sennheiser 560s is their comfort. The plush ear cushions and lightweight design allow for extended listening sessions without any discomfort or fatigue. I can wear these headphones for hours on end, and they remain comfortable throughout. The adjustable headband ensures a secure fit, and the open-back design provides excellent breathability, preventing any build-up of heat during long sessions.
Build quality is another area where Sennheiser has excelled. The headphones feel solid and durable, and the detachable cable adds to their convenience. The included 6.35mm adapter is a nice touch for those who wish to use these headphones with a variety of audio sources.
Additionally, the Sennheiser 560s offer a wide soundstage, making them a great choice for gaming and movies. I can accurately pinpoint the direction of sounds in games, adding to my overall gaming experience.
In conclusion, the Sennheiser 560s are a fantastic pair of headphones that deliver exceptional sound quality, comfort, and versatility. Whether you're an audiophile, gamer, or someone who simply appreciates great audio, these headphones are an excellent choice. While they may be a bit of an investment, the audio experience they provide is well worth it. I highly recommend the Sennheiser 560s to anyone in search of top-notch headphones.
Myself, my wife, and my daughter use these sennheiser 560s and they would say the exact same thing.
PROS:
Quality Sennheiser plastic build that will last a lifetime.
Very lightweight.
Pleasantly comfortable.
Dimpled headband foam for relieving skull pain.
Very ample earcup size.
Swivels well.
Fits every size melon.
Felt earpads pad well. (I picked up sheepskin leather pads because I prefer them for comfort, coolness, longevity and sound.)
Very neutral sound signature for those that want to hear the music like the engineers wanted it to sound.
Plenty of bass for those that listen to adult music.
Since they are open they sound nice and wide.
At 120 ohms you can drive them from your phone but a good DAP or amp will help. The IFI Zen DAC 2 makes them sound rich which would be good to round-out a desktop system.
If you are familiar with the Sennheiser Sound and like it, you'll love these.
Very inexpensive when on sale.
CONS:
The cable and adapter stink. I'm not even going to use it.
Felt earpads are warm so not for everyone.
No extras included.
I own and have owned many headphones. My first audiophile headphone was a Sennheiser production model back in the 80s. If it wasn't 600 ohms I'd still own it. For the price you can't beat the 560s. I think it has a more natural sound then the 6xx which is highly regarded.
Highly recommended
Highlights:
- Value: I've owned a lot of headphones (including perennial darlings like the HD600+650 and Audio-Technica ATX-M50 and higher-end stuff like the Audeze LCD-X and Focal Clear) and honestly, the headphone world is a perfect case study for the Law of Diminishing Returns. In other words, you can spend $150 on the 560S and get 75% of the sound quality that's even possible, or spend $1500 to get to like 85%. For most people, this is the sane stopping point.
- Weight: the all-plastic build lets these float on your head at 280g (9.9 oz). For comparison, the Hifiman Sundara (another highly regarded pair of <$300 headphones) weighs 379g (13.4 oz). Three ounces may not sound like much, but over the course of hours, you really feel every ounce that's sitting on your head.
- Easy to drive: I use these plugged directly into a PS5 controller and they get plenty loud at roughly 50-60% volume. I've tried them with different combinations of amps and DACs as well, but such gadgets are totally unnecessary to get the most out of the 560S.
- Perfect audio for gaming: the wide soundstage is great, as is the sharp treble for picking out things like voices, footsteps, and gunfire. These are very popular with FPS players, and I can see why. I don't play PvP games, but they've saved me from many a cheap off-camera attack with their amazing positional audio cues. The nicest surprise on these is the bass, which is meatier than you'd expect for open-backed headphones. Unfortunately, because of the proprietary cable jack, I had to buy a kooky adapter (ASIN: B07Z2MPW61) so I could use the V-Moda BoomPro mic I had lying around for voice chat. The overall setup is a bit klunky but almost certainly outperforms popular gaming headsets.
- Surprising noise isolation: these are by no means going to block out the outside world like a pair of closed-back headphones, but there are enough layers of stuff inside them between the grille and your ear that you're not going to hear everything around you with them on.
Lowlights:
- Oddball connector: I despise proprietary connectors, and Sennheiser's 2.5mm recessed jack with a twist lock is one of the most obnoxious on the market. What they lose in compatibility with other cables is by no means gained in security—who cares if your headphones unplug at the earcup when subjected to intense force?
- Not very comfortable for big heads and big ears: although the design of these is generally compared to the HD500 line, having owned the absurdly comfortable HD598SE, I can say these don't come close. They clamp kind of hard and worse, the earpad foam is thin and when it flattens out (immediately), it presses the driver units against the cartilage of my ears. Fortunately, I was able to modify these with some third-party 3d-printed adapter rings so I could use bigger, cushier pads from Brainwavz. Now I can use them for 4+ hours without major discomfort. This may not be an issue if you don't have big ears like I do. Also worth noting is that some styles of glasses will be agony with these.
- Not as nice for music: the things that make them perfect for games (accentuated high frequencies) make them a riskier proposition for music. Your mileage may vary, of course, but these can be pretty spicy for certain instruments and effects.
All in all, despite the added hassles and costs to make these comfortable for my anatomy, I'm still very happy with them and don't think I could do better for my use case (plugged directly into PS5 controller with an inline mic) at any price. For their usual price of $150-180, I can't see what anyone could complain about. Thanks for reading!
Highlights:
- Value: I've owned a lot of headphones (including perennial darlings like the HD600+650 and Audio-Technica ATX-M50 and higher-end stuff like the Audeze LCD-X and Focal Clear) and honestly, the headphone world is a perfect case study for the Law of Diminishing Returns. In other words, you can spend $150 on the 560S and get 75% of the sound quality that's even possible, or spend $1500 to get to like 85%. For most people, this is the sane stopping point.
- Weight: the all-plastic build lets these float on your head at 280g (9.9 oz). For comparison, the Hifiman Sundara (another highly regarded pair of <$300 headphones) weighs 379g (13.4 oz). Three ounces may not sound like much, but over the course of hours, you really feel every ounce that's sitting on your head.
- Easy to drive: I use these plugged directly into a PS5 controller and they get plenty loud at roughly 50-60% volume. I've tried them with different combinations of amps and DACs as well, but such gadgets are totally unnecessary to get the most out of the 560S.
- Perfect audio for gaming: the wide soundstage is great, as is the sharp treble for picking out things like voices, footsteps, and gunfire. These are very popular with FPS players, and I can see why. I don't play PvP games, but they've saved me from many a cheap off-camera attack with their amazing positional audio cues. The nicest surprise on these is the bass, which is meatier than you'd expect for open-backed headphones. Unfortunately, because of the proprietary cable jack, I had to buy a kooky adapter (ASIN: B07Z2MPW61) so I could use the V-Moda BoomPro mic I had lying around for voice chat. The overall setup is a bit klunky but almost certainly outperforms popular gaming headsets.
- Surprising noise isolation: these are by no means going to block out the outside world like a pair of closed-back headphones, but there are enough layers of stuff inside them between the grille and your ear that you're not going to hear everything around you with them on.
Lowlights:
- Oddball connector: I despise proprietary connectors, and Sennheiser's 2.5mm recessed jack with a twist lock is one of the most obnoxious on the market. What they lose in compatibility with other cables is by no means gained in security—who cares if your headphones unplug at the earcup when subjected to intense force?
- Not very comfortable for big heads and big ears: although the design of these is generally compared to the HD500 line, having owned the absurdly comfortable HD598SE, I can say these don't come close. They clamp kind of hard and worse, the earpad foam is thin and when it flattens out (immediately), it presses the driver units against the cartilage of my ears. Fortunately, I was able to modify these with some third-party 3d-printed adapter rings so I could use bigger, cushier pads from Brainwavz. Now I can use them for 4+ hours without major discomfort. This may not be an issue if you don't have big ears like I do. Also worth noting is that some styles of glasses will be agony with these.
- Not as nice for music: the things that make them perfect for games (accentuated high frequencies) make them a riskier proposition for music. Your mileage may vary, of course, but these can be pretty spicy for certain instruments and effects.
All in all, despite the added hassles and costs to make these comfortable for my anatomy, I'm still very happy with them and don't think I could do better for my use case (plugged directly into PS5 controller with an inline mic) at any price. For their usual price of $150-180, I can't see what anyone could complain about. Thanks for reading!
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Reviewed in Canada on March 24, 2024
Em resumo, o fone é excelente, só é difícil justificar o preço dado que o Philips é excelente também, e muito mais barato.
Reviewed in Brazil on November 19, 2023
Em resumo, o fone é excelente, só é difícil justificar o preço dado que o Philips é excelente também, e muito mais barato.
Obviamente para poder dar un precio bajo tienen que ahorrar en otras cosas, como la calidad de los materiales y la estética. No es que sea mala, se siente una construcción sólida y no son feos, pero tampoco se siente que vayan a durar tantos años ni sobresalen en lo estético.
Son relativamente cómodos, aunque a mi en lo personal me cansan después de unas horas. Según algunas reseñas que he visto, esto mejora con el tiempo de uso.
Yo en lo personal no considero que sea necesario utilizar un amplificador o un DAC adicional. La mayoría de las computadoras y teléfonos tienen DACs de suficiente calidad y si escuchas la música con un volumen que no dañe tus oídos, el amplificador que tienen estos dispositivos es suficiente para 120 Ohms de impedancia. Si crees que un amplificador externo mejora la "firma" del sonido, entonces tal vez lo que necesitas es usar un ecualizador, que para teléfono y PC puedes descargar algunos de manera gratuita.
Lo que si es probable que quieras comprar es un cable distinto. El cable incluido es de poco mas de 3 metros de longitud. Si uno de los usos que le quieres dar es escuchar música de tu celular puede ser poco práctico un cable tan largo, además del adaptador de 6.3 a 3.5 mm. Aquí venden algunos de metro, metro y medio con conector de 3.5mm que ya no requiere adaptador, e incluso algunos que incluyen micrófono. Sólo fíjate que sean compatibles con estos audífonos, ya que el conector del lado de los audífonos es de 2.5mm y tiene una forma especial que no cualquier conector tiene.
En general, si te importa más la calidad de sonido y el precio que la estética y ciertas funciones adicionales, estos audífonos son excelentes.
The sound insulation on these headphones is not great but that is the penalty one is paying for the great sound.
Reviewed in Spain on January 10, 2023