Sennheiser HD 800 S High-Resolution Reference Headphones (Black)

HD 800 S | Reference Headphones Top-of-the-range open, dynamic hi-fi stereo headphones Systems with narrow tolerances (±1 dB), hand-picked in pairs High-quality titanium / silver finish Specially developed acoustic silk for precise, uniform attenuation over the entire area Specially modulated connecting cable (detachable) made from highly conductive OFC copper, with very-low handling noise Extremely lightweight aluminum voice coils ensure excellent transient response Comfortable to wear due to elliptical design adapted to the shape of the ears Can be directly connected to stationary hi-fi components of the highest quality, in particular SACD, DVD-A, and CD players The HD 650 from Sennheiser are reference-class stereo headphones designed to deliver a true audiophile experience with an open, natural sound. Specially developed acoustic silk was used to provide uniform attenuation over the entire area of each ear-cup. The lightweight aluminum voice coils ensure a remarkable transient response, while the full-range drivers offer a frequency response of 10 Hz to 39.5 kHz. Great care was taken to ensure the headphones are comfortable with their elliptical design, which naturally adapts to the shape of the ear. When the Music Matters the Most The HD 650 reproduces the subtle details in your music with the same confidence as the highlights. The (High) Definition of Smooth The HD 650 has all of the perks of a high-performance sports car and none of the quirks. This open-back headphone is beloved by audiophiles for its musical, non-fatiguing sound while still offering intimate levels of detail. Upon the first note, your favorite tracks reveal their true potential, and each moment of that performance becomes an opportunity to react all over again. For the hi-fi enthusiast that prioritizes engaging sound quality the HD 650 is an instant upgrade Smooth Response and Dimensional Soundstage. The HD 650’s signature sound starts with our in-house acoustics. Audiophiles know that the best components perform at their peak when nothing stands in their way. The 42mm transducer deploys a 38mm diaphragm with aluminum voice coil specifically tuned for extended, critical listening: overall treble and low-frequency presence are effortless while midrange is reproduced with lifelike composure—none sacrificing their organic roots to get there. Modern high-resolution sample rates benefit especially well from the HD 650’s willingness to reveal subtle nuances without resorting to over-hyping the treble range. Each transducer manufactured is measured against rigid specifications and paired with a perfect match for consistent representation of the entire frequency spectrum in both channels. By reducing variances between left and right channels, the headphone reproduces mastering-grade sound independent of room acoustics or loudspeaker positioning.