Modern music that has been recorded with emphasis on the bass will sound fine with the HD600 however, on most other tracks they will definitely sound bass-light or at least slightly under average in terms of bass quality as compared to recent headphones. There is a light, but still present midbass bump around 100 Hz followed by a progressive roll off below 80 Hz. I find the HD600 to be very close to neutral, with a coherence from the bass up to the treble. They have an ability to sound effortless, even while keeping a very balanced tone. The Sennheiser HD600 has one of the most natural and transparent presentations I have ever heard during my audio journey! With the passage of years, this foam will lose its thickness and sponginess, and will eventually require replacement. The lightweight is nicely distributed through all the construction, with a sturdy headband and its 4 four pieces of very thick foam (1.5 cm). Headband & Weight DistributionĪt 270g, they are on the lighter side of open over-ear headphones, which usually weigh around 300 to 400g. The velour is a delight for very long sessions, and even more during summer. With very large ears, the non-round shape would be a bit tighter. The oval shape fits well on most ears and the inner foam is very plush (around 2.5 mm). I struggle to find cozier ear pads than the HD600. Left: slightly used pads right: three-year-old pads Ear Pads Simply put, I can wear them without break. I rank the HD600 as the summit of comfort among over-ear headphones, with just a few other models such as the DT880 or K501. I wasn’t able to find the exact date of this change of color and material, but it was probably made somewhere between 2007-2009.
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Older models of HD600/HD650 have a black dampening foam covering the driver (visible behind the external grills), whereas newer models have a grey cover. Here is a fruitful article about the different variants of HD600/HD650.
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My own HD600 is an early version from 2001 and I never had to replace anything, except the ear pads (twice) and the cables (I bought the cables from the HD650 as they are thicker and more reliable). The oldest pairs are now around 20 years in age and still work perfectly.
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The HD600 are made of simple elements and can last longer. Each part is replaceable and can be easily found online. One of the strongest points of this model is its durability. Connectors of the HD650 cable Durability factor Like all Sennheiser headphones in the HD580/600/650 line, all cables are compatible. The Sennheiser HD650 comes with a more robust cable. The connectors are too thin and fragile, and can quickly become defective. The stock cables are, however, a bit too cheap for a $300 pair.
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The ear pads are made of high-quality velour, but they will definitely wear out after some years of intense use. The driver’s enclosures are protected by external grills, which can be easily twisted if some pressure is applied hopefully, they are removable and repairable.
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The construction is very solid, especially the metal articulation between the headband assembly and the ear cups. The Sennheiser HD600 are mostly made of plastic, but it has a high-quality plastic feel that is more premium in the hands than that of the competitors, such as the AKG K701 or the Beyerdynamic DT880. However, some people like owning nice-looking gear and I totally understand them. To be honest, aesthetics is generally not a priority for me as far as headphones are concerned. Some will find their appearance dated and reminiscent of the nineties because of the blue « marble effect » covering the plastic, but I actually find them pretty.