Sennheiser HD599

Sennheiser HD 599 Open-back Around-ear Audiophile Headphones

Designed for music connoisseurs, these open-back headphones offer both comfortable wear and delicate sound quality.

The Sennheiser HD 599 is an open-back headphone from Sennheiser, featuring exclusive E.A.R. (Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement) technology and a wide frequency response of 12Hz-38.5kHz. These over-ear headphones are designed for listeners who seek exceptional sound quality. Their open-back structure provides a wide and natural soundstage, making them an ideal choice for immersive music appreciation, capable of precisely reproducing every detail of high-resolution audio.

Compared to most consumer headphones that emphasize heavy bass, the Sennheiser HD 599, with its open-back design and Sennheiser's proprietary transducer technology, delivers a more natural and expansive soundstage with precise spatial imaging. It focuses on reproducing the true details of recordings rather than over-emphasizing specific frequency ranges.

Quick Facts

Brand: Sennheiser
Model: HD 599
Headphone Type: Open-back, Circumaural (Over-ear)
Impedance: 50 Ohms
Frequency Response: 12Hz - 38.5kHz
Weight: 250 grams
Recommended Use: Home music listening, Hi-Fi audio system pairing, movie watching, music production (non-mixing purposes), gaming audio experience

Who should buy the Sennheiser HD 599?

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適合誰購買

Audiophiles just entering the Hi-Fi world, looking for their first affordable open-back headphones with audiophile-grade sound quality.
Users who need to wear headphones for long periods for music listening or movie watching, and highly value comfort and breathability.
Music lovers who prefer a natural, expansive soundstage over the powerful bass of closed-back headphones, and wish to hear more spatial details in their music.

誰不適合購買

Users who need to use headphones in quiet public places like offices, libraries, or during commutes (open-back design leaks sound).
Professional recording engineers primarily using them for studio monitoring or mixing, who require an extremely flat and neutral sound (HD 600/650 are more suitable).
Listeners who prefer strong, impactful bass and primarily listen to electronic dance music or hip-hop.

Sennheiser HD 599 Core Technologies and Features

Audiophile-Grade Sound Quality: Inheriting the premium acoustic design of the Sennheiser HD 5 series, it delivers delicate, balanced, and detailed sound performance close to audiophile standards.
Open-back Acoustic Design: Creates an extremely natural and expansive sense of space and soundstage, making music sound as if it's flowing naturally in a room rather than confined within the ears, significantly reducing listening fatigue.
E.A.R. Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement Technology: Utilizes precisely calculated transducer angles (Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement) to channel audio directly into your ears, enhancing listening efficiency and sound clarity.
Sennheiser Exclusive Transducers: Employs Sennheiser's self-developed high-performance transducer technology with 38mm drivers, ensuring rich detail across the full frequency range, a wide dynamic range, and powerful bass response.
Ultimate Wearing Comfort: Lightweight design combined with soft, replaceable velour earpads and thick headband padding ensures comfortable and breathable wear even during long listening sessions, without pressure.
Dual Cable Configuration: Includes two detachable cables: one 3-meter long cable with a 6.3mm (1/4") connector, and another 1.2-meter long cable with a 3.5mm (1/8") connector, meeting the connection needs for various home audio systems or mobile devices.

What's in the Box

1 x HD 599 Open-back Over-ear Headphones
1 x 3-meter Detachable Headphone Cable (6.3mm connector)
1 x 1.2-meter Detachable Headphone Cable (3.5mm connector)

Tech Specs

Headphone Type	Open-back
Wearing Style	Circumaural / Around the Ear
Driver Size	38mm
Frequency Response	12Hz - 38,500Hz
Impedance	50 Ohms
Cable Type	Straight
Cable Length	3 meters / 1.2 meters
Connector Type	6.3mm (1/4") / 3.5mm (1/8")
Detachable Cable	Yes
Color	Ivory
Earpad Material	Velour
Weight	250 grams (without cable)
Manufacturer Model No.	506832

Sennheiser HD599 Pros and Cons

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Pros

Expansive and Natural Soundstage: The open-back design provides a wide soundstage and precise spatial positioning, especially suitable for listening to classical music and soundtracks.
Extremely Comfortable Fit: Lightweight construction and soft velour earpads ensure comfort and breathability, preventing fatigue or stuffiness during long periods of use.
High Cost-Performance Ratio: Offers near audiophile-grade sound quality at a mid-range price, making it an excellent choice for Hi-Fi beginners.
Dual Cable Configuration: Includes both 3.5mm and 6.3mm connector cables, convenient for connecting to various home audio systems or mobile devices.

Notes to Know

Poor Sound Isolation: The open-back design leads to sound leakage, making it unsuitable for use in quiet public places or noisy environments.
Requires Adequate Power: Although the 50-ohm impedance is not high, pairing with a dedicated headphone amplifier will yield better sound quality.
Less Bass Quantity: Compared to closed-back headphones, the bass extension and impact are gentler, making it not the first choice for heavy bass lovers.

Sennheiser HD599 FAQ

Q：Can the Sennheiser HD 599 Open-back Around-ear Audiophile Headphones be directly driven by a smartphone?

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A：Yes, the HD 599's 50-ohm impedance is relatively smartphone-friendly. However, to unleash its full potential, it's recommended to pair it with a device featuring a dedicated DAC or headphone amplifier for better dynamics and detail.

Q：What are the differences between the HD 599 and HD 560S?

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A：The HD 599 has a warmer, more relaxed sound signature, suitable for music appreciation; while the HD 560S has a more neutral sound with higher resolution, leaning towards a monitoring style, suitable for analyzing musical details or entry-level mixing.

Q：I mainly play games and watch movies, is the Sennheiser HD 599 worth buying?

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A：Absolutely. The HD 599's open-back design provides excellent spatial imaging and sound localization. Whether it's surround sound in movies or footsteps in games, you'll get an immersive experience.

Q：Can the earpads of the HD 599 be replaced?

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A：Yes, the Sennheiser HD 599's earpads are designed to be replaceable. When the earpads wear out from prolonged use, they can be easily detached and replaced with original or compatible new earpads, extending the headphones' lifespan.

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