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expiredKaladinStormborn posted Sep 01, 2021 08:23 PM

Massdrop X Sennheiser HD 6XX Open Back Headphones (Midnight Blue)

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Drop has Massdrop X Sennheiser HD 6XX Open Back Headphones (Midnight Blue) on sale for $185 when you follow the instructions listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member(s) KaladinStormborn & KentT5558 for finding this deal

Note, must confirm your $10 towards your first Drop Studio purchase link through your email to receive discount.

Deal Instructions
  1. Click this link here
  2. On the top right corner, click on 'Sign Up' link
  3. Create a new account w/ Drop
  4. You'll receive a unique link titled 'Welcome to Drop! Here's $10 off, on us" in your email
    • Note, be sure to click the link in the email to redeem your $10 towards you first Drop Studio purchase
  5. Click this link here
  6. Add the 'Massdrop X Sennheiser HD 6XX Open Back Headphones' to cart and you'll automatically receive your $10 Off discount w/ this purchase
  7. Final price at checkout should be $185 w/ free shipping
About the Product
  • Refresh aesthetic/improved utility +classic Sennheiser sound
  • Transducer principle: Open, dynamic
  • Frequency response: 10 Hz – 41 kHz
  • THD: < 0.05%
  • Nominal impedance: 300 ohm
  • Cable length: 6 ft (1.8 m)
  • Connector: â…› in (3.5 mm)
Warranty
  • Includes a 2-year manufacturer's warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • Price Research: Purchase this item today and save $35 Off (15.91% Savings) from the original list price of $220. Estimated ship date is expected on September 7, 2021
  • Drop teamed up with Sennheiser on its first ever community driven design partnership to offer these headphones
  • These are the flagship Sennheiser HD 650 headphones from 2003-2009; considered among the best headphones under $1000
  • US customers may return these item in new, unused condition within 30 days of delivery
  • Offer valid through September 5, 2021 or while promotion/supplies last
Additional Note
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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Written by KaladinStormborn
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Drop has Massdrop X Sennheiser HD 6XX Open Back Headphones (Midnight Blue) on sale for $185 when you follow the instructions listed below. Shipping is free.

Thanks to community member(s) KaladinStormborn & KentT5558 for finding this deal

Note, must confirm your $10 towards your first Drop Studio purchase link through your email to receive discount.

Deal Instructions
  1. Click this link here
  2. On the top right corner, click on 'Sign Up' link
  3. Create a new account w/ Drop
  4. You'll receive a unique link titled 'Welcome to Drop! Here's $10 off, on us" in your email
    • Note, be sure to click the link in the email to redeem your $10 towards you first Drop Studio purchase
  5. Click this link here
  6. Add the 'Massdrop X Sennheiser HD 6XX Open Back Headphones' to cart and you'll automatically receive your $10 Off discount w/ this purchase
  7. Final price at checkout should be $185 w/ free shipping
About the Product
  • Refresh aesthetic/improved utility +classic Sennheiser sound
  • Transducer principle: Open, dynamic
  • Frequency response: 10 Hz – 41 kHz
  • THD: < 0.05%
  • Nominal impedance: 300 ohm
  • Cable length: 6 ft (1.8 m)
  • Connector: â…› in (3.5 mm)
Warranty
  • Includes a 2-year manufacturer's warranty w/ purchase

Editor's Notes

Written by Discombobulated | Staff
  • Price Research: Purchase this item today and save $35 Off (15.91% Savings) from the original list price of $220. Estimated ship date is expected on September 7, 2021
  • Drop teamed up with Sennheiser on its first ever community driven design partnership to offer these headphones
  • These are the flagship Sennheiser HD 650 headphones from 2003-2009; considered among the best headphones under $1000
  • US customers may return these item in new, unused condition within 30 days of delivery
  • Offer valid through September 5, 2021 or while promotion/supplies last
Additional Note
  • Please refer to the forum thread for additional details - Discombobulated

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BBuzecky
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I've owned the Philips SHP9500, was also my first open back before I went further down the rabbit hole. I own both these H6XX and Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro. The H6XX would be an upgrade in every way from the Philips, imho.

To me the Beyerdynamic are the best and personally my "endgame" headphone, they are normally $599 I got them recently at Newegg for $459. Of course there are more, Focal Clear ($1000) Seinheiser 800s, and on it goes.

Remember, sound is always subjective and what one person says or likes another may not. That said, the HD6XX is very highly regarded as one of if not the best bang for the buck at $200. Give them a try, I bet you don't regret it.
pojo
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These are the best headphones I've ever used. Very comfortable, natural sound.

I still buy headphones from time to time to see what I'm missing, but always end up returning them.
selcouth
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Seeming more and more unlikely that we'll see the $160 + ear pads deal again, huh?

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Sep 02, 2021 02:30 AM
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PremierePrimoSep 02, 2021 02:30 AM
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Quote from selcouth :
Seeming more and more unlikely that we'll see the $160 + ear pads deal again, huh?
Or the 58xx for about $120
Sep 02, 2021 02:44 AM
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madmatt151Sep 02, 2021 02:44 AM
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Quote from JDSanti :
For all the audiophiles out there, I have a question. I currently have a Phillips SHP9500 and it was my first open back headphone experience and I love it. Is this a good upgrade and as a follow up is an dac/amp required? Consider I also play games with my Phillips
I had the exact same question and issue, although I have Schiit Magni amp already.
Sep 02, 2021 02:48 AM
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PoisonerSep 02, 2021 02:48 AM
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Quote from alxshanti :
Do I need an amp. If so, which one would you recommend?
I got Rupert Neve Designs RNHP Headphone Amplifier and so far it has worked great with any headphones I've used it with.
Sep 02, 2021 02:50 AM
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CoreyR2384Sep 02, 2021 02:50 AM
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Quote from kmogilinedi :
How are these compared to HD600 for 289?
These are an HD650 with a different paint job. The HD58X are the HD600 with a different paint job. The HD650 (the same as OP) are a little warmer with better imaging than the HD600. The HD6XX/HD650 are preferred over HD58X/HD600 by most I've asked, including me. These are probably the least fatiguing headphones on the market. Or at least anywhere near this price range. Not to mention the HD650 are a more expensive headphone than the HD600. This is a better headphone for cheaper. I'd say definitely get these.

Edit: Must've gotten mixed up on the HD58X, as someone has pointed out. Apologies. These HD6XX are the HD650 with a different finish, as stated by Sennheiser, and are a fantastic value, even at full price.
Last edited by CoreyR2384 September 2, 2021 at 01:45 AM.
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Sep 02, 2021 02:55 AM
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kmogilinediSep 02, 2021 02:55 AM
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Thanks bud. This or HD650 keeping price aside? How about hd660s I see refurbished on eBay for around $300.
Sep 02, 2021 03:10 AM
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alxshantiSep 02, 2021 03:10 AM
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Quote from Poisoner :
I got Rupert Neve Designs RNHP Headphone Amplifier and so far it has worked great with any headphones I've used it with.
Thank you! But that's just out of my price range. I'm thinking something $200 or less.
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Sep 02, 2021 05:31 AM
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funkadunk8Sep 02, 2021 05:31 AM
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Quote from parkaverider :
Just finally bit the bullet and bought Anandas last night... of course this comes out today, ha
Ananda is vastly superior imo, you made a good choice

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Sep 02, 2021 05:32 AM
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funkadunk8Sep 02, 2021 05:32 AM
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Quote from kmogilinedi :
Thanks bud. This or HD650 keeping price aside? How about hd660s I see refurbished on eBay for around $300.
6xx is almost identical to 650 so don't waste money on it. 660 is garbage, 600 is the best of the bunch if you're price agnostic, but this is slickdeals so 6xx is worth the savings
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funkadunk8Sep 02, 2021 05:33 AM
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Quote from CoreyR2384 :
These are an HD650 with a different paint job. The HD58X are the HD600 with a different paint job. The HD650 (the same as OP) are a little warmer with better imaging than the HD600. The HD6XX/HD650 are preferred over HD58X/HD600 by most I've asked, including me. These are probably the least fatiguing headphones on the market. Or at least anywhere near this price range. Not to mention the HD650 are a more expensive headphone than the HD600. This is a better headphone for cheaper. I'd say definitely get these.
58X is definitely not a 600. Everything else you said is subjective but don't lie to people
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Sep 02, 2021 05:35 AM
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ChiragCSep 02, 2021 05:35 AM
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Quote from CoreyR2384 :
These are an HD650 with a different paint job. The HD58X are the HD600 with a different paint job. The HD650 (the same as OP) are a little warmer with better imaging than the HD600. The HD6XX/HD650 are preferred over HD58X/HD600 by most I've asked, including me. These are probably the least fatiguing headphones on the market. Or at least anywhere near this price range. Not to mention the HD650 are a more expensive headphone than the HD600. This is a better headphone for cheaper. I'd say definitely get these.
No idea why this got downvoted / voted as unhelpful. completely accurate comment. everything this guy is saying is 200% true. I have owned 598's, 600's 650's, and the only one i decided to keep was the 6xx. mass drop paint job on the hd650's. literally same exact drivers.

good entry level dac and amp that does the bare minimum. fiio d03k + schiit magni 2 is my current set up. messed around with the bravo v3 tube amp as well. and a tp40 ta2020 headphone amp. these headphones are the best in this price range, can't be beat. i would i best in a amplifier to get full benefits
Last edited by ChiragC September 1, 2021 at 10:41 PM.
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Sep 02, 2021 05:55 AM
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chubbypopsSep 02, 2021 05:55 AM
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Quote from CoreyR2384 :
These are an HD650 with a different paint job. The HD58X are the HD600 with a different paint job. The HD650 (the same as OP) are a little warmer with better imaging than the HD600. The HD6XX/HD650 are preferred over HD58X/HD600 by most I've asked, including me. These are probably the least fatiguing headphones on the market. Or at least anywhere near this price range. Not to mention the HD650 are a more expensive headphone than the HD600. This is a better headphone for cheaper. I'd say definitely get these.
You're dead wrong. The 58X and 600 are similar only in form factor. Please elaborate on how the newer generation 150 ohm drivers in the 58X are the same as the older 300 ohm drivers in the 600. The 58X is more closely related to the 660.
Last edited by chubbypops September 1, 2021 at 11:01 PM.
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1200mkSep 02, 2021 06:47 AM
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worth to upgrade the 598 to these?
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BayernMau5Sep 02, 2021 06:54 AM
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Quote from ChiragC :
No idea why this got downvoted / voted as unhelpful. completely accurate comment. everything this guy is saying is 200% true. I have owned 598's, 600's 650's, and the only one i decided to keep was the 6xx. mass drop paint job on the hd650's. literally same exact drivers.

good entry level dac and amp that does the bare minimum. fiio d03k + schiit magni 2 is my current set up. messed around with the bravo v3 tube amp as well. and a tp40 ta2020 headphone amp. these headphones are the best in this price range, can't be beat. i would i best in a amplifier to get full benefits
Because they don't have the same drivers. Watch the tear down videos then come back here and comment again.
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ddBqRvCpcFv6Sep 02, 2021 07:07 AM
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Quote from alxshanti :
Do I need an amp. If so, which one would you recommend?
Amp should be used. You can always spend more.. but if you just want to try out… get one of those headphone amp from Drop and use 30 return if you dont really care for hifi listening on a headphone. They should have some $99 amps

schiit magni or Drop O2 Amp..

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