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Sennheiser HD 660s - Favorite open back headphone!?
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Күн бұрынIs the Sennheiser HD660s my new favorite open back headphone? How does it comprare to the Sennheiser HD600, Hifiman Ananda and MrSpeakers Ether C?
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@robertlucskai 3 жыл бұрын
My all time favorite headphones. Period. And I have many... Tried the Sundaras that everyone seem to prefer, but I wasn’t convinced. Not comfy, poor qc, etc. I tried the dt1990, liked, but killing highs, murdering clamp force. The Ananda is awesome, but for double the price and yet missing that natural timbre these have. Thanks for confirming my choice. Your channel is underrated. You’re doing a great job. Thanks.
@DieTabbi 3 жыл бұрын
I love my Fostex. There are so many damn good headphone manufacturs in the world. We can‘t know them all. 98% oh the youtuber present the same (mainstream) headphones They are not bad headphones but you have to try them with your own music and DAC. And 99.9% of the viewers follow the youtubers opinion. Real good hifi studios are rare. Anyway good review
@robertlucskai 3 жыл бұрын
@@DieTabbi I have my t50rp and t20rp and love them. You’re right, there are mainstream brands reviews mainly, but if you compare to the regular consumer products these are niche brands and products as well. Dave actually reviewed some not so mainstream ones as well.
@DieTabbi 3 жыл бұрын
@@robertlucskai Yeah thats why I like Daves Channel. If I could I would try all of them to find best for every music like a passion pipe smoker lol but most of us have more then one and some headphones need hundreds of hour playtime to show full potential. And I really would try the Sennheiser HE 1 or T+A P-SE and „see“ if The difference is really 50.000€ .
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@robert lucskai thanks for the kind words, greatly appreciated 🥰 You are welcome, glad you found the review helpful. I agree with your impressions on the Sundara and Ananda. I lovevthe Ananda but it doesn't have the naturalistic sound of the 660s.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@DieTabbi thank you for the kind word. I don't allow other reviewers to influence my review. I don't care what gear everyone else is using, I review what interests me and that I think will interest my subscribers. Thanks for watching, commenting and subscribing 👍
@Pagaugezero 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent and the most accurate review of the 660s on KZfaq. Nailed it
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊I appreciate the kind words.
@ejmentze 3 жыл бұрын
Great review - I just got my 660s and love it. Your review is spot on to my experience with them. Nice to find a reviewer with similar taste to my own. Keep up the good work!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness 💓 I am glad you enjoy the 660s, amazing headphones. Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing 👍
@iliketohideincloset 3 жыл бұрын
They are much better then most people tell you they are. And if someone tells you the Hd660S don't scale you can be sure that person never listened to them themselfs. If you like them or not depends on your personal preference but the HD660S is with no doubt a good heaphone. Sure there are better ones out there but there will always be something better...
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely 💯
@user-mo5gg9sm6q 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Just watched this review after your HD600 / HD650 comparison. The review cleared up many of my questions. Appreciate your style and approach.
@TheHonestAudiophile 6 ай бұрын
Glad you find the channel content helpful. You're welcome for the reviews.
@zzezzobike 3 жыл бұрын
Great, finally someone who puts a real review on 660s, which I owe and love most of my other 2 , 6xx and 600. Thank you.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, you are welcome. I am glad you liked the review. 💓Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing 👍
@calebname9955 3 жыл бұрын
Had the 58x, but after getting the HD600s I sold them. Not as much clarity or detail, but definitely amazing value on them. After seeing many reviews of the 660s, it really has me debating getting them... these seem like a more detailed version of the 58x which is very interesting. Great review!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Haven't heard a 58x or 580 Jubilee. Thanks for the kind words.
@brianliu522 2 жыл бұрын
I am using iFi Zen DAC v1. balanced connection with HD660s. Very happy with the results. Dave’s review is bang on. They are very smooth, natural and realistic sound with a touch of warmth. With 150 ohm impedance I never need to turn the volume above 11 o’clock. As it is not heavy, I can listen for a few hours without feeling fatigue. I mainly listen to classical music which I think HD660s is ideal for this genre. No matter it’s Chopin’s nocturne (solo piano) or Schubert’s string quartets or symphonies by Beethoven and Mahler involving 100 + pieces of instruments of varied tones and textures, the HD660s reproduces them with ease and accuracy. The HD660S makes me feel I am sitting right in the best seat of the concert hall.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness. Yes, the 660s is fantastic with classic music, totally agree. Thanks for the impressions and kind words ❤❤
@stevefromlondon4949 Жыл бұрын
Great review! I watched it, went over to Sennheiser's online store and found they're currently on sale at £259, so half price. Ordered them immediately!
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Glad you enjoy the 660s.
@GavinMarkable 3 жыл бұрын
For me.. Hd600! A headphone which I have owned for close to 20 years now well before I knew their worth or had a reckoning that they would reach a legendary status someday. Mids, mids, mids ah those beautiful mids...the same reason I love my proac signature tablette 10 for near field listening. For everything else, its Arya! and my tannoys. That's it. Two headphones and two sets speakers. I'm set for life. My love for hd600 does not account for is technical prowess, but for the journey through life i have taken with these and how they have served me. I can never give up on these as these have accompanied me through thick and thin. It's a bond that I share only with family, few close friends, my bike and hd600. Don't care of what else better comes in the market. I baby these to pass them on to my kid someday.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness 🥰
@genesyndrome1 3 жыл бұрын
That's how I inherited my HD580 Precisions! It was my father first adventure into hifi and it was my first as well too!
@teeaymusik9811 3 жыл бұрын
I mean really you ONLY hear good things about them. I only have read 1 bad review about them in 5 days reading reviews and watching youtube videos. So guess what, i get mine tomorrow! :D I look forward to them like a child looks forward to christmas lmao. I want to mix with them in combination with sonarworks and i heard you get great results with that :-) I get the old version of them btw
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@teeaymusik9811 I look forward to hearing your impressions.
@GavinMarkable 3 жыл бұрын
@@teeaymusik9811 Which headphone are you referring to?
@giorgivashakidze4805 3 жыл бұрын
weeks ago you recommended me 660s in the comments. I bought and made the right decision. excel audiophile sound. thank you 👍
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness 🥰 I'm glad you enjoy them. My pleasure, you're welcome 😊
@giorgivashakidze4805 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile i use my 660s with zen dac balance. Now im searching better amp dac with mqa support. Can you recommend me somthing under 500$?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
To be honest, I don't have much experience with DAC and Amp I this price point, especially ones with MQA.
@diemman70 Жыл бұрын
I just bought these and I love them! Your review is spot on. I also have the 212, 598, and 650.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Great to hear! Glad you enjoy the 660s. Thank you for the kind words.
@DianneQuinones 2 жыл бұрын
Your review of this headphone is by far the best I've come across on KZfaq. Thank you for that! I'm a dj who just started producing and I LOVE my Sennheiser HD25s. Been using them for 12+ years. They sound way more crisp, way more clear than most dj headphones I've tried. I'm new to music production and the audiophile world in general so I picked up a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X since everyone seems to be raving about Beyers so I decided to give them a try. Unfortunately, I found them to be lacking in the mids and in overall sound quality- I found myself wanting to go back to my HD25s. I don't know what it is about Sennheisers, but the sound quality is just incredible. So crisp. Vocals and various instruments just sound so great through them. I'm going to give the 660s a try... hopefully they're the pair for me! Thanks again for such a great review!
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
You are welcome for the review. Thank you for the kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the video. Yeah Sennheiser for sure knows how to do mids and vocals. I look forward to hearing your impressions of the HD660s. Interesting about the 900 Pro X. I haven't heard it yet but hope to get an opportunity at some point. Another headphone to consider is the Rode NTH-100. Doesn't have the treble elevation of the HD25 but it has quality tone, timbre, details and resolution along with mids :)
@sonicthehedgehog989 2 жыл бұрын
On point review. I love the hd 660s more than the other Sennheisers. Its natural it's detailed it's pleasing and accurate. I'm quite surprised that it uses the same driver as the hd700 which I didn't like one bit, But still it had great technicalities, the hd660s has the technicalities and the timber.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness 😎 Thanks for the impressions. Yeah it is crazy that the HD700 driver can sound so good in the HD660s.
@MarcoPolux 2 жыл бұрын
I just ordered my 660s and you are confirming my choice also 👍. (the 660s seem to be the best for flat response while NOT ACCENTUATING THE TREBBLE with harsh resonance which many others do, like the beyerdynamic which was the closer contender... and yet, the 660s separate the instruments and frecquencies better.... well, that's what I've been researching... lets see how that is true in two more days! )
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it! Look forward to hearing your impressions.
@MarcoPolux 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile will do 👍
@MarcoPolux 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Hey mate! Received them about 2 hours ago and I made the time to check my preferred refference mixes.... I freaking love them 660s already! I do feel the small gap in mid hights they all talk about and are evident in the graphics but, I was expecting to still be able to hear everything clear without harsh sibilances or distorted harmonics and resonances... well, it does the job beautifully; very critically listening to some of my refference tracks, I can hear everything separated and not annoying to my hearing. Still more to critisize about this 660s for me, because they have to be tamed first for some hours and I have to be in the post-acquisition phase.... so I can be even more critical. I think I had a pretty darn good start with the 660s.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
@@MarcoPolux awesomeness, glad you enjoy the 660s. Thank you for the impressions.
@Owen-np3wf Ай бұрын
tbh after owning this pair I have been wanting to get myself another one but nothing has really got me hyped enough to pull the trigger. It's a great headphone as long as you don't crave heavy bass. IEM's will have to satisfy me for now haha
@TheHonestAudiophile Ай бұрын
HD660s2 has better bass extension than the HD660. But I understand about IEM.
@kentbergstrom3020 Жыл бұрын
My 660s with fine tuned EQ sounds fantastic, I don't understand why some complain about base performance on these, especial with a Low-Shelf EQ, and they seems to scale very well with quality power as well, I got much better base performance with my RME ADI-2 than with my previous Ifi Zen stack, the difference was substantial.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Awesomeness, I am glad you enjoy the HD660s. Thank you for the impressions.
@fondoo 2 жыл бұрын
thank you for your review. i just ordered my 660s. excited to listen to them
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome 😎 Look forward to hearing your impressions.
@johnellison3173 3 жыл бұрын
I knew you would appreciate these Dave. Your clearly a man with good taste 👍 These are my favourite Sennheiser headphones too. I have heard some reviewers say that the timber is slightly artificial and metalic soundng but in all honesty ive owned these for years and never found this to be the case at all.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
660s are amazing, totally understand why their your favorite Sennheiser. Yeah I was told that also by another reviewer and I totally disagree with them. The tone and timbre on the 660s is spot on, very natural. I don't hear any artificial or metallic sound in it at all. Thank you for the kind words, greatly appreciated 🥰
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
None of HD6 series have artificiall or metalic sound on them ( 600 sound a little shouty) ... Far from it i would say that HD660s are smoother than most of headphones even at prices over 1.000 euros . Planars have that Metallic artificial sound for example if u listen Sundara and HD660s side by side u gone notice that Sundara sound so clean like someone has taken the track polish it and give it to u ,HD660s on the other hand sound like the band is with u inside a room without pushing detail to u with force its there if u really listen but not in front of u like Sundara and most planars do. Thats why most people love Planar detail but in real life when someone is singing and instruments are playing the resolution and clarity is smoothed out , thats why HD6 series sound so natural. And honestly the signature without Low end is on purpose by Sennheiser because if u eq them they can produce these notes without clipping at normal dbs. Focals for example do that and that high on high volumes they clipping.
@johnellison3173 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tripokaridos22 I do love the Sundara also but yes. The 660S is by far more natural sounding and also has a much smoother presentation.
@jamesbittle469 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tripokaridos22 I haven't heard anything that sounds, for lack of a better word, more "natural" than a Sennheiser. Of course, I haven't heard a ZMF yet, but I am working on it. Haha.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbittle469 i never had ZMF its hard to find a store in my Country the same for Abyss.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
I have all hd 5 and 6 series ... The best headphone of the line is HD660s because the managed to sound balanced between the HD600 and 650 ... They have the clarity pf hd600 without beeing shouty like 600 they have the smoothness of hd 650 without the veil ... And on top of that they aee faaaast very fast close to Sundara fast , and best of all The imaging OMG the stereo sepperattion is a class over 1.000 euros headphones for sure. Dont get me wrong i love hd600 neutrality and 650 smoothness they are kings on that but 660s is so balanced that is hard to say something bad.
@jamesbittle469 3 жыл бұрын
I just wish they weren't so rolled off in the bass. If they were closer to the 560s in that area, they would be just about perfect for me.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Agree that they could use a tad more sub bass but I can live with it because of the detail, tone, timbre and control they have.
@Tripokaridos22 2 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbittle469 Honestly all that Rolled off in the bass , all these years with HD 6 line i am positive now that is there for a reason ... Why ? Because HD6 driver is more capable than my HD 5 drivers on EQ when they pushed, And i have tried Hardware and Software EQ upping that Bass , And honestly ? At first i was amazed about that bass notes hitting me in every song , But after a month of use something doesnt feel right , It didnt sound smooth , soft , and the vocals was kept back , So i am back to Stock Sound . I think that all HD 6 line is all about that smooth , warm vocal sound and changing that ruins everything. Lets just see that Realistically , these drivers can easy play that bass notes without distortion on normal volumes ( not like Focals that distord) And all these years Sennheiser could easy make that Signature but they Did not . Now after all these years i can understand why . They want that specific signature... And they use other Headphones on their line up for more bass ( for example 560s or heavy bass momentums ) Even the HD800 line that most people dont like because they have that sparkle airy sound its their for a purpose i can see that.
@imabeliever85 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really enjoyed this review. I love my Ananda and my 600. The 660 S is a very good headphone, But I do like the 600 more,It scales up higher on high-end equipment, and there is a smoothness to the sound that I find so seductive and it sounds clearer with the right equipment. Not quite as clear as the 660 S, but more satisfyingly clear that out of a less capable stereo But this definitely Makes me wanna pull out the 660 S again and make sure my ears are hearing things right I agree about the soundstage, the narrowness of the stage on the 600 leads something to be desired
@JDS_im 3 жыл бұрын
The thing with each of the 6x0's is that they all have something going for them, and they're all great. I have the HD580 Precision and 660S myself, and love them both for different reasons.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. I am glad you enjoy both the Ananda and 600, two great headphones.
@robertnelson3179 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave. I bought these just a bit ago with an Asgard 3. Prior best I had was CHEAp headphones for voiceover work I do. MAN did not know headphones can be SO good. Could not have imagined so good.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness! I am glad you enjoy them. Yes indeed, they are an eye err ear opening experience 💓 Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing 👍
@1Dub79 3 жыл бұрын
I have the HD 58X Jubilee. The clarity and imaging is crazy on em'.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
Great value for money headphones , and they are like 70% of what HD660s can give.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Haven't heard a 58x or 580 Jubilee. But I'd rather get a full 660s then only 70%.
@jamesbittle469 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile The 58x has a warmer tilt, more like the 650/6xx, and has less treble extension/air compared to the 660. The 58x is very easy to like. Excellent headphone for $170.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbittle469 interesting, maybe one will get sent to the channel for review.
@imabeliever85 3 жыл бұрын
@@jamesbittle469 I have the 58 X also. I like it, but I do agree that the 660s is better, clearer, especially in the treble!
@roblawrence4792 2 жыл бұрын
Nice review. I like your style, works. I just bought a pair of these used but virtually new. Love them. My Focal Elears are more forward sounding, and I love them as well, but the Sennheisers seem to nail that natural sound you mention. Very well balanced and listenable. My wife often uses a pair of the 600’s for TV viewing, and I thought I’d like to hear the upgraded version as I enjoyed the 600’s for a while a few years ago. Worth the fee. I’ll keep an eye on your reviews from now on and catch up on the previous. Thx! R
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness! Thanks for the impressions. I am glad you enjoy the channel. Thanks for the comment and subscription.
@Anomalyn1 3 жыл бұрын
i just bought these a few days ago and running them balanced. they sound awesome!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! They are awesome, I agree 100% Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing 👍
@Anomalyn1 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile yea man, you seem trustable, don't know if this is a word haha, keep it up !
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@Anomalyn1 Trustable is a word :) The definition of trustable is able to be depended or relied upon. I appreciate the kind words :)
@kelownatechkid Жыл бұрын
Good review. I tweaked the eq for these and they are now my favourite pair lol. DEQ2496 with Topping D50s stack, perfect combo!
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Awesome. Glad you enjoy them. Thanks for the comment.
@HiFiGOAudio 3 жыл бұрын
These are fantastic headphones, comes with a balanced cable too. Thanks for your review.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Yes they are! You are welcome for the review.
@roblapierre5236 2 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love these headphones! So easy to drive with my THX Onyx or my IFI Zen v2... Oh btw your video was the straw that broke the camel's back so thanks man 👍
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness 😎 Glad you enjoy the 660s. My pleasure, you're welcome ❤️
@ahmedsafa91 11 ай бұрын
I got the hd660s after years of listening to hd6xx it got me the bit more resolution i wanted the natural timbre and the delightful high notes yet without being harsh. its less fluidy and more neutral natural than hd6xx it makes u feel morning freshness and energy while the xx gives the afternoon relaxation. the balanced cable did slight imorovement in stage. its worth 350 dollar no more. yet my fav. senn. so far.
@TheHonestAudiophile 11 ай бұрын
Thanks for the impressions. Glad you enjoy the 660.
@adamblakesowder 2 жыл бұрын
Great review keep them coming!
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and you can count on it.
@djolexmusicc Күн бұрын
why no one talking about should you buy this for making EDM? i really want that superb atmospheric sound quality without piercing treble ,but i still want that deep bass extension. Why so many unnecessary compromises? What the hell is going on with companies ,can someone explain it to me? I am looking for a headphone without compromises for sooooo long , are they all crazy or is it just me?
@TheHonestAudiophile Күн бұрын
I don't know the answer you are seeking especially about EDM. But if you want to try another headphone that is similar but has better bass extension, non-piercing treble, the Sennheiser HD660s2 may be what you seek.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
This is the best review i have seen very true its like u are in my head.
@gourabasis 6 ай бұрын
I just got the HD600 and am kinda unimpressed for music listening. I understand why this is a great monitoring headphone. But exactly as you said the mids can be a bit too much and its fatiguing for longer durations. It just doesn't sound natural with modern recordings. I have the truthear hexa and like its sound signature. But prefer the ie200 ever so slightly to it. I almost bought the 660S but switched in the last moment, thinking that was the more popular one so it should be better. I should have seen your video one more time to convince me lol. Also I have the ie600, which I have deemed my endgame iems, with a tip swap (Spinfit CP145) otherwise I find it a bit sharp. I like a mild v-shape sound signature. The ie600's best quality is to me, being able to tell the size of the room where the recording happened, it's something else. The imaging is amazing. I was thinking about getting the Hifiman Edition XS or even the 660S or 660S2. Will it be a good upgrade? what do you think? I listen to a lot of Electronic and Jazz for the most part.
@TheHonestAudiophile 6 ай бұрын
Here's a link to my HD660s2 review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZsCXqtt6xLnScYE.html I love the 660s2 for jazz music. I've not heard the Edition XS.
@gourabasis 6 ай бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile I am contemplating getting the 660S2, I did see tht video :) Just tried it out using auto EQ peace EQ. Even if its 70% of what it sound like, thats going be great.
@netog8441 3 жыл бұрын
Great review David ! Cheers ! 👍🏻
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊
@giorgosapo4508 3 жыл бұрын
Lovely review once again Dave 😊 👍
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, greatly appreciated 🥰
@anatol1204 Жыл бұрын
Nice..Dave please try to make an NDH 30 review people say they are very good too
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
If the funds become available or one is provided to the channel; I will gladly review the Neumann NHD-30. Thanks for the suggestion.
@jasonwrites9186 2 жыл бұрын
With the Ananda, I totally agree. I have both headphones, I love both headphones, but I don't agree when I hear some claim the Ananda is hands down the better can. For vocals, the 660 just has more texture and weight. I find vocals on the Ananda sometimes have this shimmer and gloss, as if it's being slightly stretched apart because of the headphone's bigger soundstage. Both are great headphones, and a reason to own both, really. Great video! :)
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the impressions and comparison.
@loonation2185 3 жыл бұрын
great review as always.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@starkid9736 Жыл бұрын
with zen can xbass i use them all the time as mutch as i like my stellias these are something special
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy the pairing. Thank you for the comment.
@samfoot89 7 ай бұрын
i recently bought the 660s, 660s2 was already out but it's more expensive compared to 660s. and 660s is still expensive since it's no longer in production. do i miss out much since i didnt get the 660s2?
@TheHonestAudiophile 7 ай бұрын
Here's a link to my HD660s2 review, comparison to HD660 12:50 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZsCXqtt6xLnScYE.html
@bandhanjha8563 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review. Agree with everything you said.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Awesomeness! Thanks for watching and commenting.
@isadorealire5722 Жыл бұрын
I am pretty new to this "addiction"🤪, and I have a set of these coming to me that I picked up for $200. They only have about 50 hours on them. I'm excited to experience them.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Awesome! Look forward to hearing your impressions.
@joaosoarestech3839 3 жыл бұрын
I was between 660s and sundara. I went for the sundara and I'm living it.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoy the Sundara.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
I have both Sundara and HD660s and i like both of them ...But HD660s are better for me for those reassons. They are lighter , they have better quality control ( my Sundara had problems but they change it under warranty) , HD660s have a little better imaging and in your head soundstage that feels great on vocals , also 660s sound more natural better timbre, sundara pads are cycle and the down of the ears touch the pads ( ananda pads are better). Sundara are faster and more clinical that i love but lose the smoothness of HD660s. Sundara mebranes are so sensitive that the air pressure around effects the sound ( u can test that by slowly move your hands close to the metal grills u gone notice change in sound) Also like most Planars that i have u must be very careful with dac amp combo. For example Sundara need way more power than my Hd600 650 and 660.
@joaosoarestech3839 3 жыл бұрын
The bug of Sen. Still here... But for now I'm loving my sundara. I can't take it out of my head
@SileDevil Жыл бұрын
The HD 660S2 coming out soon with improved bass and subbass!
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Yeah I heard about that earlier today. Looks interesting, hopefully will be able to get one in for review at some point after they go available.
@rdtstudios 3 жыл бұрын
Surprise you like does that much, I liked them a lot too. Good review bud 👍👌
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@frencoffee__ 3 жыл бұрын
Dave, can you make a short comparison between the 660S and the 650? Especially when it comes to Bass/Midbass response, Soundstage, Resolution. If it's easier for you to describe, I haven't heard the HD600 but i have heard the 650, Ananda and the Clear. Thanks for the review.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
A small 650 comparison is mentioned in the review. 650 has more mid bass slam, less bass extension, fuller mids, less treble extension, darker treble, warmer presentation throughout, smaller stage and less detail retrieval and resolution.
@noself1028 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the thorough review, Dave! I've seen a number of your reviews, and I think you do a great job. I'm considering either the HD660S or a pair of Focal Clears at the current sale price. Any idea how the two compare?
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, greatly appreciated. I am gld you enjoy the reviews. The Clear is more detailed and resolving but more intense in presentation, smaller soundstage width but better depth and layering; more dynamic bass and a fuller sound but not as natural tone and timbre.
@manuelfigueroa1365 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dave for the great review keep up the good work!. Between this and a Hifiman Ananda if you can only have one of them which you would choose?. Thanks.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I would choose the 660s as it is the most natural sound and is more comfortable between them.
@pappsa8 2 жыл бұрын
660s are great as you said,for me better than the Sundara,but Sundara also very very good headphone
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@RobNotANumber 2 жыл бұрын
I bought and am happy to have the 660s but when I was trying i also tried the 800s wit ha good DAC/ amp... an the 660s didn't hold up (might be better the Ananda). For the price though, its hard to beat. For Bass, if you are into it (which I do on occasion) Its fairly useless. Its there but any EQ doesn't help without ruining the sound.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoy the 660s. Thanks for the comment.
@suprerxero Жыл бұрын
660s have a horrible distortion in bass if you try to boost it gets even worse, what they did is put a little tweaked hd700 driver into hd600 hd650 housing and call it a day.
@itzikca 3 жыл бұрын
Actually for me they do muddy up if i equalize them to have more bass, i would have liked more treble response - the details are there but they sound better if you give them some treble boost. I use them with Tone 2 pro. I love them but im also curious to hear something better... as for sounding true, they sound very natural, like youre connected to the mic of the recording (which is basically what it is...)
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your thoughts and impressions. I am sure 660s can distort if pushed with eq. I don't eq at all. The 650 and 600 both distort and muddy up without eq.
@donvittoriosierra 3 жыл бұрын
I can hear something dripping in the background. I thought It was here wow.
@aaronkoh7749 2 жыл бұрын
Agree that it can keep tones well under control. You feel the difference between a sports car and a normal car especially so when you get into a race.
@FabioKasper 3 жыл бұрын
Great stuff.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you think so! Thank you for watching, commenting and subscribing 💓
@silvershield2342 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful review, your description of this product to me seems quite accurate. Been thinking to pull the trigger and to purchase the 660s. I will primarily be using with my Denon mid range AVR receiver. Do you think headphone jack output on recievers such as mine is more than sufficient and optimal to drive the 660s or do I need to consider the purchase of a head amp to assist. Thanks in advance.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
I don't have experience with AVR receivers and I would recommend a headphone amplifier. I look forward to hearing your impressions of the 660s.
@xuzifeng9901 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I think hd660s is a good headphone. But the critical view on the Chinese social media somtimes make me be suspicious of my own feelings. Compare to the Etymotic er4sr, the hd660s sounds better, but i never try the 650 and 600.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoy them 😊
@xuzifeng9901 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Hi, what's your viewpoint on HD660s comparing to hd600? Thanks!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
The 600 is compared to the 660s in this video.
@Revan83 2 жыл бұрын
I used this cans for a year with Yulong Daart Aquila 2. They are good, they have detailed and rather open sound, but they have bass leackage. It seems that they don't have any subbass at all. After buying a Kennerton Gjallarhorn I've desided to sold my HD660S, because they are not so fun to hear.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you enjoy the Gjallahorn ❤️
@daciai2201 2 жыл бұрын
I need a headphone made from Mark Levinson. I listen high end headphones with MAC workstation sound card with DAC. I still like in my car for Mark Levinson. I think hd660s and Mark Levinson pretty same, just Mark L. so good at any level, any genre. I need a Mark L. head phone.
@arthurhaywood2184 3 жыл бұрын
It's a shame that you didn't have a 58X around to do a comparison with.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
For the price hd58x are unbeatable in my opinion and the sound signature is close to 660s so very good. Other than that HD660s are far bettee in close listening because they are faster smoother better sepperation imaging and clarity without being harsh... Also 660s get more db with eq without distortions on low end if anyone use eq.
@jamesbittle469 3 жыл бұрын
The 660s and the 58x sound quite different. You can definitely tell that both are Sennheiser, but the tuning is different. The tuning of the 58x is closer to the 6xx to my ears.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Haven't heard 580 Jubilee or 58x but if one was sent to the channel, I'd review and compare.
@enjoyunreality 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, i love your reviews and have one question. How does a headphone like this compare to something like moondrop blessing or kato. Is the soundstage lot bigger on the hd660s or has the iems more details? What is the general difference and technically which kind of hf performs better. Thank you very much
@Rsalmond83 Жыл бұрын
Headphones will always sound bigger than IEMs, especially open-back headphones.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the delay in responding. Headphone will sound larger than IEM in a general sense. As for details, resolution, tone, timbre and such, that depends on the headphone and IEM design and implementation of the components.
@Dierav1 3 жыл бұрын
Great review will a Bluesound power node power the HD 660s adequately ?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I haven't heard the Bluesound Power Node. I am not sure if it would power the 660s but they run off a phone and dongle.
@rauldon273 Жыл бұрын
Hi Dave! I recently purchased the HD660S to go join my family of HD600 & HD650 headphones. I wanted to ask; can i use the pentaconn cable that came with it with the HD600 & HD650? I know the HD660S is 150ohm & the other aforementioned two are 300ohm so not sure if the pentaconn cable will work correctly if i plugged it into my HD600/650. It also says on the Sennheiser website for the HD660S: "We packed your HD 660S with a versatile set of essential cables, each one impedance-matched with ultra-low capacitance." This is where i get confused... Is the pentaconn cable impedance-matched to the 150ohm thereby making it a bad match for the 300ohm HD600/650? Thank You in advance for the advice & clarification!
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
You can use the 4.4mm cable with them all.
@ernestolira1011 3 жыл бұрын
Most accurate review I found! Im looking for an iem with a similar level of details in sound, any recommendation?(currently im between fh3 and oh10) will apreciate very much! Thank you
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Of those two choices, OH10 and FH3, the FH3 is more to the 660s then the OH10.
@ernestolira1011 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile thank you!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, you're welcome
@LyinginSilence 2 жыл бұрын
Can you say these would be great for mixing and mastering...
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
I'd use them as a reference to check a mix but I wouldn't do the actual mixing and mastering with them.
@LyinginSilence 2 жыл бұрын
Would the DT1990 PRO be better?
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry I haven't heard the DT1990 Pro in 3 years and then it was for about 5 minutes. I don't recall enough to answer your question honestly.
@thetiger3223 2 жыл бұрын
Is the sound clear enough, in the sense that it competes with the most expensive headphones?
@chefsteve8381 3 жыл бұрын
Nice informative review, how does it compare to HD 800s ? thanks
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I havent heard the 800s enough to offer a fair comparison. If an 800s is sent in for review I will for sure compare them.
@STF_YVR 3 жыл бұрын
The 800S are better: the people over at Sennheiser are not stupid
@tkhalid1379 2 жыл бұрын
Hi there, wonderful review thank you. I am considering buying these but am slightly worried about the soundstage. Some have said it's quite intimate. I am looking for a more "out of your head" type experience with what I purchase next, something like AKG702 or 712 but not as dry. Would you still recommend the 660s?
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I love the 660s. They have a natural and accurate stage in my opinion.
@suprerxero Жыл бұрын
660s sound more like closed back headphone its in your head type sound, k712 is on par if not better at details retrieval, all you have to do is do little eq like boost 3.4Khz and little bit 1.35khz
@1234Imre 3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave! Do You think it can compete with the Focal Clear?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Oh for sure, it competes with the Focal Clear. 660s sounds more natural and accurate and the Clear is more dynamic. Both are excellent headphones.
@1234Imre 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dave! If that would be a must to pick 1 between these 2, which one would you choose?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@1234Imre I would take the 660s as it is more natural and realistic sounding.
@CWoodOne 3 жыл бұрын
Great show Dave, how are the 660S with your Phonitor?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Pairs fantastic with the Mytek Liberty into the SPL Phonitor SE. Clean and smooth 💓
@TheSteve57 3 жыл бұрын
Great review, would these work well with ifi Zen Dac and Zen Can ??
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words, greatly appreciated. I don't see why not. I haven't heard the Zen Can but the Zen DAC is a good option. I haven't heard the 660s on the Zen DAC.
@brianliu522 2 жыл бұрын
I am using iFi Zen DAC v1. balanced connection with HD660s. Very happy with the results. Dave’s review is bang on, very smooth, natural and realistic sound. I never need to turn the volume above 11 o’clock with 150 ohm impedance.
@kentbergstrom3020 Жыл бұрын
Zen Can balanced is a perfect match for 660s with X-Base enabled.
@rashedsaif4759 2 жыл бұрын
EPICCC 😎
@grayfox974 3 жыл бұрын
Excellent review ! So now HD660S is in your top 3 headphones ? HD600 is at 4th place ? ;)
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. Yep I now have 4 favorites 🥰
@grayfox974 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Great, HD600 has been my reference sound since my father gived me his pair since 2006. My first ever pair of hi-fi headphone. Now if you have so much love for the HD600, you kinda have my taste about sound, so if you say the HD660S is a great update, i'll take a look on it. Maybe waiting for sales ! HD660S has replaced the HD600 in your top 3 headphone so ?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@grayfox974 the 600 still has a place in the top 4.
@yongkychang9343 2 жыл бұрын
What do you think about HD660s vs Shure SRH1840? Same price point, but really cant decide which one to choose.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Sorry, haven't heard the Shure SRH1840.
@manuelg.5811 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting to see the Ultrasone 880 in the background, will you be reviewing those? I use them with the Sirius BT module, best BT headphones I know in this configuration. Just way too expensive. But working in a small german manufacturing company myself, I get the economics behind it.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Good eyes, I may do a review of the Ultrasone at some point.
@chapm4n 3 жыл бұрын
What amp/dac would you guys recommend with the HD660s? I currently have AudioQuest DragonFly Red. Would I notice a difference with something less portable more dedicated? Thanks!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoy the following with the 660s. Mytek Liberty, Soekris DAC1421, Geshelli Labs JNOG and Archel, Tor Audio Roger.
@jasonbhatnagar7134 Жыл бұрын
Do you think this would pair well with a Sony ZX-507? Running balanced specifically
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Sorry haven't heard the ZX-507.
@RenRenification 2 жыл бұрын
Already own the Ananda and LCD2C. Looking for a complimentary dynamic. Elex, HD600 or HD660s? PS love your vids!
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Any of those three would be good compliments to be honest.
@RenRenification 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile thank you for the reply! Eyeing the HD600 this Black Friday. You deserve way more subscribers with your quality reviews. Still, I’m grateful you still have time to respond to posts like mine!
@jdavis234 3 жыл бұрын
You’re liking the 660 better than the Ananda? Say it ain’t so! I may have to swap out that warm and veiled 6xx for these at some point.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah both the Ananda and 660s are great. I recommend both for sure.
@BO-kh1iz Жыл бұрын
I really wonder, if they are so good why did Sennheiser replace them with the 660 S2?
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Because that's what manufacturers do when gear gets older. Everything gets discontinued or revised at some point.
@BO-kh1iz Жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Get´s older? Come on, we are talking about headphones. Nothing new under the sun. Looks like Sonova just knows better than Sennheiser how to milk the customers with an endless and of course always "better" update stream. The 660S was released in 2017, "updated" in 2019 and discontinued in early 2023. Compare this to the lifespan of the 600 or the 650.
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
@@BO-kh1iz 660s hasn't had as much success as the 600/650 for sure. But still has had a good run of 6 years. Look at all the other manufacturers who retuned gear on a regular basis, Hifiman is a great example. It's a business practice that happens all the time. I've not heard the s2 so I can't confirm whether or not I consider it a positive change.
@BO-kh1iz Жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Ja, that´s true. You are right about that, it´s very common business practise. It´s funny though, the remaining stock of 660S in Germany sells for 299 Euros new and 199 € refurbished by Sennheiser/Sonova. The price for the 660 S2 is 599€. No way I would pay that amount of money for it. Still happy with my 600 and 650. Cheers!
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
@@BO-kh1iz I very much still enjoy the Hd600. I'm glad you do as well. For sure the 660s2 is a big price tag and a reach currently, hopefully the price will come down. Maybe one will get provided for review and I can confirm the differences. Thanks for the comment.
@Jakepf Жыл бұрын
I'm trying to decide if I wanna get these for 309 as my first headphones
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Good price for the 660s. A solid first headphone in my opinion. Make sure you have a decent amplifier.
@Jakepf Жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile I've got a Scarlett solo 3rd gen. Supposedly can push 200 ohms? I've got no audio experience so this'll be my first experience
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
I have no experience with the Scarlett Solo. You might need to add an amplifier but you can make that decision after hearing the 660s.
@zzezzobike 3 жыл бұрын
I forgot to say that in my experience, 660s does not sound very good with the DarkVoice. Strange, isn't it? My 598, maybe becouse very used and aged bring every voice, instrument timbre and detail much better on DarkVoice. My ZEN dac , out of pentacon makes 660s really worth listening and so does my Audio gd nfb11.So, my experience which I am curious if there are any similar opinions? By the way, I have now 3rd pair of 660s, as I didn't like previous 2 , bought them used, but they didn't get me close to the music like 598 does. If you ask me, 598 for the rest of my life paired with DarkVoice, RCA output tube and Tungsol pre tube.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting. I find the 660s pairs well with my Tor Audio Roger. I love swapping tubes and finding the differences. I havent heard the 598 buy would love to review it at some point.
@brianliu522 2 жыл бұрын
I use iFi Zen DAC v1 driving HD660s balanced. Very happy with the sound. Super clear and natural with slightly sweet and warm tone which is ideal for classical music which I mainly listen to.
@MrLimaify 3 жыл бұрын
I'm interested i HD660S. Just wondering, do you find them fatiguing? I've had HD6xx but they were to smooth and muddy but they were not fatiguing which was great. So I wan't something more clear. Would HD660S be it? Thanks!
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I do not find the 660s to be fatiguing.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
660s are smooth very smooth.
@MrLimaify 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tripokaridos22 in the end I bought HD 600
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
@@MrLimaify also amazing headphone , i have all the 6 series
@leonardopapantoniou4227 Жыл бұрын
Dave I am really surprised, every other reviewer except yourself and Z tried everything to dinamite this can in order to save sacred cow hd600. None of Spanish speaking reviewers saved this one. As I said I was disappointed at first coming from akg k702. I was expecting Cristal clear sound and found something with a kind of veil in all frequencies that prevented me of finding something realistic in detail retrieval. Nothing sounds emphasised everything sounds balanced and preaty but for me does not impress me because everything sounds so pleasing that in the end there is no punch whatsoever. Now, things become better with hybrid amps such as mt602
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
I find the 660ssound best on tube amps.
@ArianTashakkor 2 жыл бұрын
Would you personally pick the 660S over the Hifiman Ananda?
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Ananda is my favorite between those two.
@GeraltBenchmarks 3 жыл бұрын
What do you think about the HD 650?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
here is the link to my HD650 review: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/aZlzppWX3r3RimQ.html
@vijeykumar7429 2 жыл бұрын
I have the HD560s. I'm wondering whether the 660s would be a good enough upgrade over it? I'm satisfied with the 560s' technical performance, but sometimes I just want something that's not so analytical and has a more enjoyable and relaxed sound signature.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
660s is a more natural, accurate reproduction that isn't as intense as 560s. They have a warmer approach for sure. I love the 660s and sold the 560s immediately after reviewing them.
@vijeykumar7429 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Ok, sounds like it will be a significant upgrade. Will it sound different enough for it to sit alongside the 560s? Also, since I'll be driving those off my LG V30, is it going to sound its best in terms of quality or scaling?
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
I don't think you'll get good performance off your phone. Yes they sound different than the 560s.
@vijeykumar7429 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Well, given that the phone delivers 2Vrms and performs equivalent to a decent portable DAP and also since the 660s is easy to drive and doesn't scale as much, I thought they'd be a good match together.
@martinfox2244 3 жыл бұрын
I am unable to find a good definition of diffuse field EQ. Fairly flat?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
www.stereophile.com/content/innerfidelity-headphone-measurements-explained I prefer the diffuse field as it has linear bass and extended treble in comparison to Harmon Target. I find that the diffuse field equalization sounds more natural and accurate.
@axchisler 2 жыл бұрын
Hey what happened to your coveted HE560 V3's ??
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
Solid 560 v3 a long time ago.
@mpamphsphoenix4402 2 жыл бұрын
My top Headphone 660s ... Unfortunately Sundara had a lot if quality problems.
@TheHonestAudiophile 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't had any quality issues with the Sundara.
@mpamphsphoenix4402 2 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile i am happy for u. Some people have. Like the Focal Elex
@danterikxx 3 жыл бұрын
how do you compare it to the 560s? is it worth double the price?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
560s is harsher, brighter, not as natural sounding, lacks detail resolution but has more bass impact. 660s is superior and is worth the extra money in my opinion.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed on everything i have almost 200 hours on 560s, Hd660s are better overall mostly on imaging smoothness clarity and natural sound. 560s on the other hand sound more harsh bright that some people love , also 560s have the same angled driver that all my HD 59X series have so i get bigger soundstage. But with HD6 series u can buy Angled pads from Brainwavz for example and get that bigger soundstage ( personaly i have them and i hate the big soundstage on HD 6 series, i love the in your head presentation that 6 series have)
@DaBomb5309 3 жыл бұрын
this or the ananda?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
If I had to choose one of the two, I'd go with the 660s as it is the smoother presentation and more natural sounding.
@leonardopapantoniou4227 Жыл бұрын
Hi! I find this lacking resolution that is this is not quite clear as expected. Yes everything sounds nice but in the end a bit boring. Do you think hd600 has more clarity?
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
If you find the 660s to have a lack of clarity then you will more than likely find the 600 to have even less clarity.
@kentbergstrom3020 Жыл бұрын
You probably need a better Amp
@shadouxg7150 3 жыл бұрын
for how long do u own the Ananda, I wanna know about its logevity
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I've owned the Ananda for a little over a year, it is in great condition just like it came out of the box.
@frencoffee__ 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile It's really solid gear if you take care of it. However i have concern for the headband i guess? As for the driver only time will tell, though i never saw a driver failure in headphones.
@Tripokaridos22 3 жыл бұрын
I never had Ananda but 400i and Sundara had problems thankfully under warranty. If u need longevity u dont go planars . unless u are a reviewer that use them for 300 hours and thats it. Personally i love planars but i am careful with them . Driver miss matched and failures are common but honestly something that most people with planars dont say is that they drop em down and have failure or they leave them on the sun or high humidity places and they broke. Its not Sennheiser HD6 series or Denon d series that last forever.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@frencoffee__ I use my Ananda every day and it 8s like it was the day I received it. I've had issues in the past with other gear but it has been few and far between. Be careful and respectful of your gear and it should last. Don't listen at excessive levels and be gentle when swapping cables and the gear should last. Seriously, I can count all of the broken incidents I've experienced on my fingers over all the years I've been into audio.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@Tripokaridos22 I Had an issue with Hifiman HE560 and HE350 but Hifiman and Drop resolved via warranty. I have actually had more issues with amplifiers then headphones. Be careful and respectful with the gear and it will last. Watch your listening levels and be gentle when setting gear down or changing cables and it will last.
@ian.macnicol Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great review, Dave. I am a beginner audiophile and am looking for a nice pair of headphones to use for listening to music (mp3's and vinyl) as well as for listening to a guitar headphone amp and a keyboard headphone out. Would you recommend the HD 660s for these applications?
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Yeah I think the 660s would be a good pairing for those use cases. You're welcome for the review.
@ExtremelyTastyBread Жыл бұрын
Can I tube these
@TheHonestAudiophile Жыл бұрын
Yes, 660s sound fantastic on tubes.
@ExtremelyTastyBread Жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile What tubes have you used them on
@alivm8088 3 жыл бұрын
whats your openion about dt1990 pro ??
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
I havent heard the DT1990 Pro enough to offer a fair comparison but if one is sent in, I'd gladly review and compare.
@teeaymusik9811 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Someone MUST do a comparison with sound demo between HD600, ATH-R70X the DT1990 Pro and the Audeze LCD-MX4. Because these headphones are just great and i rlly want to know how different they all sound. There is so much potential of doing comparisons :D Maybe i start my own sound channel one day
@hobidolap 3 жыл бұрын
what is the country of production and will audioquest dragonfly black power it enough, thanks...
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
From what I understand, The HD 660s is designed and engineered in Germany, then manufactured in Sennheiser's Tulamore, Ireland factory. I believe the Audioquest Dragonfly Black would be enough to power the 660s but I do not have any personal experience with that pairing.
@hobidolap 3 жыл бұрын
thank you
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, you are welcome.
@coalregionrider6525 3 жыл бұрын
@ the Honest Audiophile I bought these to pair with a dragonfly cobalt and my iphone 12 promax. Horrible combination had to turn the volume up to about 75 % I hated the headphones wayy to flat my taste I ended up giving them away. My original momentums blow the 660s away and they work great with the dragonfly
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear you didn't like the 660s. Did you try them on a different source, like a desktop setup? We all hear differently. Glad you enjoy your Momentums.
@fei19317 3 жыл бұрын
Could you compare HD600 and DT880?
@BrunoLiraArraisMaia 3 жыл бұрын
I ended up selling my HD800S and kept my 660S lol
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Interesting
@kentbergstrom3020 Жыл бұрын
I would have done the same
@manuelsirotti9340 3 жыл бұрын
You think it's even better than Ollo S4X?
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
Yes I do.
@manuelsirotti9340 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Wow. I have the money only for the 560s but i think i must find something more for this model. I mix on the monitor but ein super headphones like this for the final accurate mix why not :)) thank you
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@manuelsirotti9340 my pleasure, you're welcome 😊
@manuelsirotti9340 3 жыл бұрын
@@TheHonestAudiophile Thank you very much. I wanted to ask you one last thing many people say the Hifiman Sundara are better than the 660s have you ever compared them? Also I was noticing another model the Fidelio x3 which cost less. Thanks for your guidance on this important choice. I don't really like sharp headphones on the highs but a flat headphone that helps me do a final check up on my mix. But in this situation, I can't prove anything.
@TheHonestAudiophile 3 жыл бұрын
@@manuelsirotti9340 Sundara is not as resolving, has sharper treble, less soundstage and lacks in tone and timbre. Haven't heard the Fidelio X3 but wasn't a fan of its predecessor X2HR.
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