I'm in love with the Sennheiser HD599

Submitted by ogiovannesouza t3_10pmk92 in headphones

I owned for 2 years the headset Pulse 3D, made by Sony. I always found it very comfortable, with a good sound for gaming and music, and absolutely beautiful. One day, I decided to look for a better headphone, especially for music. I almost bought the Momentum 4. But thinking better, I just use headphones in my home, and looking one for music, makes more sense give a try for wired ones too.

After a lot of research, I decided to go with the Sennheiser HD599. And I couldn't be more satisfied with the choice. The Pulse 3D has a bassy and muddy sound, and it's very noticeable when I compare with the Sennheiser. The HD599 has a warm sound, very balanced but nothing too neutral.

I can use them for hours and I can't even remember that I'm using it. It's tremendously comfortable. Has big earcups, with a comfy fabric. It's too light! And because of the open back design, I don't fell anymore the pressure on my head. Perfect for use while I'm working. The sound fells wide. I tried with Mozart, and now every instrument has his own place in the space. Very similar when I go in a concert.

I tried them with FIFA too, for gaming. And the fans sound are much more vivid now. Really enjoying.

After years, I'm finally enjoying listening music again. Not just as a background during the day. But having a moment just for that. I highly recommend this one. For now, I'm not using DAC or any EQ. Just plugging on PC or iPad.

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Matasa89 t1_j6m95wp wrote

I have the HD600 for pure listening, but for general computer use and gaming, and even some casual music enjoyment... gotta be the comfy HD599. Such a great headphone, and for a low price when on sale.

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6mqw2u wrote

The Sennheiser's bluetooth headphones could be in that shape. They are awesome and very comfy. I never tried the HD600. Maybe, going to São Paulo, I'll give a try. There's a Sennheiser store there.

How do you compare both models? in terms of sound, comfortable.

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Matasa89 t1_j6mrduo wrote

The HD600 is less comfortable, but sounds amazing. It is definitely better tuned and more technically capable, though it does need a decent amp to show it. I use mine with the Fiio BTR5, and that works great for me, especially on wireless mode.

For the comfort, it is a step back, with higher clamping force, though the headband is better designed compared to the HD599’s faux leather.

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joakimarnt t1_j6mmxvd wrote

Somehow more comfortable than wearing nothing

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6mqecj wrote

Exactly! I don't know how. I always find uncomfortable wearing any kind of headphone / headsets / earphones... even in comfortable models. But this one is better than nothing and I can't tell you why.

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PossibilityRough6424 t1_j6mkkh6 wrote

Terrific headphones for the price , you don't need anything else

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Aggravating-Day-6945 t1_j6nigbr wrote

I've got a pair being delivered tomorrow. 🙌 Happy dance 🕺

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6nixqi wrote

That's nice! Back here to say your thoughts about it. Enjoy!

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Emergency-Union9715 t1_j6mqvtp wrote

I share your enthusiasm. I've seen them going for around $100.00 lately, a tremendous bargain. i've had my pair for around four years now and they are still as comfortable and great sounding as they day i bought them.

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6mrc0h wrote

They cost around 339 dollars here. It's insane. I bought them for 119 on Best Buy, and imported. Paid around 199 dollars after delivery and taxes. It's much more expensive than in US, but much more cheap than here.

After four years, all the leather remains without damage?

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Emergency-Union9715 t1_j6n1i00 wrote

Everything still has miles to go. The headband shows no signs of wear and the pads are intact and quite comfortable. I've got a number of headphones I keep for different reasons, so I've not used these as often as I would if they were my only pair. Nonetheless, I've spent thousands of hours with them. These sound especially great when listening to a cd through my yamaha receiver or through my little fiio k5 headphone amp. They really sing with well-mastered music, like anything by Frank Sinatra or Pink Floyd. My son swears they're the best gaming headphones he's ever used.

They also sound great wired to my fiio btr5 streaming flacs through my phone.

The detachable cable and replaceable earpads make this one a bargain for the audiophile on a budget (in the usa, at least.)

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6n2csj wrote

Nice to hear that! I'm planning to keep with this one for years now. I really enjoyed listening Pink Floyd on them too. Same for gaming. I don't know if I can back to a closed-back in the future.

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MikuMiiku t1_j6o1k7c wrote

This particular model is known to go on sale constantly, Im pretty sure the ~300 msrp is just to make it look like a better deal when its on sale. I bought mine for $93.

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6ob1jr wrote

Yes, you are right. But not for here. More than 330 dollars on sale! It's much more than that :/

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Muttywango t1_j6p9hof wrote

I have the HD599SE - the only differences are the colour and the packaging. They are all black and the packaging is plain cardboard. In November Amazon UK sold them for £70 (US$86.) The best value for money EVER! So comfortable and I love the sound.

Welcome to the Senny 599 club :)

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armado2000 t1_j6m1w5l wrote

I have several headsets at home and indeed the HD599s are the most comfortable. There are times when I don't even remember I'm wearing them.

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eggeier t1_j6pa59e wrote

Ooouuuu I have the same headphones!! I bought them used 4 years ago x’D and i still use them to this day

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fabzzzyyyy t1_j6m6i5s wrote

In your Foto they Look greenish. But agree they are very comfortable.

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ogiovannesouza OP t1_j6mqzsg wrote

Yes, I fell the same for that photo. It's even better in real color

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