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Sennheiser HD 600 Open-Back Dynamic Wired Headphones

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Amazon has Sennheiser HD 600 Open-Back Dynamic Wired Headphones (Black) on sale for $272. Shipping is free.

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About this product:
  • Open-back wired headphones with aluminum voice coils
  • Neodymium magnets for precise dynamic audio
  • Lightweight design with plush ear pads
  • Open metal mesh earcups with black/gray finish
  • Detachable Kevlar-reinforced oxygen-free copper cable

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Amazon has Sennheiser HD 600 Open-Back Dynamic Wired Headphones (Black) on sale for $272. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Hunter phoinix for sharing this deal.

About this product:
  • Open-back wired headphones with aluminum voice coils
  • Neodymium magnets for precise dynamic audio
  • Lightweight design with plush ear pads
  • Open metal mesh earcups with black/gray finish
  • Detachable Kevlar-reinforced oxygen-free copper cable

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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Store:
  • Additional Information:
    • Our research indicates that this deal is $77.95 less (22% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $349.95 at the time of this post.

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The 600/650 model is legendary and its history goes back to the mid-90s. I've owned my share of Grados and Sennheisers (650, 600, etc) going back 27+ years. These are the benchmark for "neutral" sound. The issue with this and the HD600 (and its variants like the 650, 580 jubilee, massdrop 6xx, etc) is that it requires a lot of power to drive to sound good, otherwise, they sound dark, laid back, and boring. Also, it's 2026, what are you going to plug these into, hook it up to a bluetooth adapter?

A bit of history:
Back in the late 90s, The 580 jubilee (1995) and 600 (1998) became legendary b/c of a review in the 1998 issue of Stereophile. I think I have the magazines lying around somewhere. Around this time (late 90s, 2000s) Pow Chu Moy started a website called Headwize that gave rise to the altoids tin chu moy "cmoy" headphone amplifier and amplifiers like blue hawaii, gilmore circuit, etc. that were capable of driving the HD600s. Basically the HD600 paired with a Gilmore Lite or an upgraded cmoy amp because the de-facto "headphone" combo around 2005 in online audiophile communities. Some of the audio sources used to be ipod with "sik-din" line-out connector or other similar builds using wolfson DACs or more popularly at the time a Panasonic SL-S320 PCDP with the "1-bit mash dac". (random bit of internet history, but Pow Chu Moy graduated from Yale, died in 2016 alone in a motel in Vegas, long after Headwize went down, with no known living relatives, no money, and no possessions except a bissell vacuum cleaner that remained unopened). A bit sad considering that he gave rise to the headphone and amp industry as we know it today.

Sure, at $200+, everyone should own a pair, but I use airpods pro 2 now. I'm just too lazy to haul out the HD600 and an amp and an audio source. It takes a lot of effort beyond just putting something in your ear. And after all these years, it turns out that I just don't like "neutral" "clear" sound and my headphone collection is collecting dust.
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You shouldn't have to look hard for HD 600 reviews. These are incredibly popular, widely regarded as great reference headphones.
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Community Reviews

The HD 600 is a classic open back reference headphone known for neutral, highly detailed sound and strong clarity, with a reputation that still holds up for mixing and mastering. Comfort is also a standout, and the gradual bass roll off responds well to EQ, while tube gear or a good amp can make the midrange shine. The main caveat is power, since they need proper amplification and can sound dark or boring from weak sources, and the lean bass can be unforgiving with compressed masters. A solid pick if you want a revealing benchmark and already have the right setup.

  • HD 600 delivers top-tier clarity that works well for reference listening and detailed comparisons.

    GreenCrow5691huehuestealth_mayhem

  • HD 600 offers a nearly dead-neutral, detailed sound that can respond well to EQ for bass.

    TheGame21xGreenCrow5691jtfan

  • HD 600 can be highly revealing for mixing and mastering when paired with appropriate amplification.

    huehuepoolsmaster

  • HD 600 can sound exceptionally engaging in the midrange when paired with tubes and higher-end R2R DAC gear.

    MasterMike569

  • HD 600 requires a lot of power, and it can sound dark or laid-back without proper amplification.

    poolsmasterTheGame21x

  • HD 600 has rolled-off bass that may feel insufficient for listeners who want stronger low-end impact.

    TheGame21xGreenCrow5691

  • HD 600 may struggle with compressed or low-quality masters, which can make mids feel piercing at higher volume.

    jtfan

  • HD 600 can be uncomfortable for some listeners due to clamping pressure on the ears.

    MerrickG

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Apr 11, 2026 11:57 PM
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dcpoorApr 11, 2026 11:57 PM
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Quote from Frank_Nitty View quoted comment :
Thanks for the plug. I might have to snag myself a pair of these since I was on the fence a/b purchasing them when Drop was still around. I could've sworn that these sold for less when they were on Drop.
they were around $160-170 most of the time. Frown
Apr 12, 2026 2:59 AM
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Frank_NittyApr 12, 2026 2:59 AM
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Quote from dcpoor View quoted comment :
they were around $160-170 most of the time. Frown
Oh ok, that's what I figured...
Apr 12, 2026 11:15 PM
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jtfanApr 12, 2026 11:15 PM
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Do your research. 600s, imo, are not everyday headphones. They're best enjoyed listening to asio driven high dynamic range audio. They really struggle with shitty compressed masters, which to be fair is an overwhelming amount of the digital music available. The compressed mids become piercing and unenjoyable with any kind of volume.

But if you're looking for something accurate, you can't beat them. Leave the eq flat and feed them high dynamic range sources and you'll hear things you never have before.
Apr 14, 2026 5:25 AM
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PaulMcCCccCCApr 14, 2026 5:25 AM
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There are several hifiman models that review better available at this price. Edition XS and Ananda models. Imho
Apr 14, 2026 5:48 AM
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huehueApr 14, 2026 5:48 AM
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Quote from poolsmaster View quoted comment :
The 600/650 model is legendary and its history goes back to the mid-90s. I've owned my share of Grados and Sennheisers (650, 600, etc) going back 27+ years. These are the benchmark for "neutral" sound. The issue with this and the HD600 (and its variants like the 650, 580 jubilee, massdrop 6xx, etc) is that it requires a lot of power to drive to sound good, otherwise, they sound dark, laid back, and boring. Also, it's 2026, what are you going to plug these into, hook it up to a bluetooth adapter?A bit of history:Back in the late 90s, The 580 jubilee (1995) and 600 (1998) became legendary b/c of a review in the 1998 issue of Stereophile. I think I have the magazines lying around somewhere. Around this time (late 90s, 2000s) Pow Chu Moy started a website called Headwize that gave rise to the altoids tin chu moy "cmoy" headphone amplifier and amplifiers like blue hawaii, gilmore circuit, etc. that were capable of driving the HD600s. Basically the HD600 paired with a Gilmore Lite or an upgraded cmoy amp because the de-facto "headphone" combo around 2005 in online audiophile communities. Some of the audio sources used to be ipod with "sik-din" line-out connector or other similar builds using wolfson DACs or more popularly at the time a Panasonic SL-S320 PCDP with the "1-bit mash dac". (random bit of internet history, but Pow Chu Moy graduated from Yale, died in 2016 alone in a motel in Vegas, long after Headwize went down, with no known living relatives, no money, and no possessions except a bissell vacuum cleaner that remained unopened). A bit sad considering that he gave rise to the headphone and amp industry as we know it today.Sure, at $200+, everyone should own a pair, but I use airpods pro 2 now. I'm just too lazy to haul out the HD600 and an amp and an audio source. It takes a lot of effort beyond just putting something in your ear. And after all these years, it turns out that I just don't like "neutral" "clear" sound and my headphone collection is collecting dust.
600/650 is OP. Had mine for over 10 years now, for mixing and mastering. I've tried much more expensive headsets and they do sound great, absolutely, but nothing is as basic and revealing as my 650s.
Apr 14, 2026 1:55 PM
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stealth_mayhemApr 14, 2026 1:55 PM
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Quote from xlaxplaya View quoted comment :
You shouldn't have to look hard for HD 600 reviews. These are incredibly popular, widely regarded as great reference headphones.
I love my HD600. PI use them to compare all others against. I have yet to find a pair that can match the sound quality (not overly bass heavy, and clear highs) with the build quality and price. Are there better sets? Yes, but not for the money.
Apr 14, 2026 2:02 PM
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stealth_mayhemApr 14, 2026 2:02 PM
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Quote from PaulMcCCccCC View quoted comment :
There are several hifiman models that review better available at this price. Edition XS and Ananda models. Imho
I prefer Sennheiser's sound profile, but hifiman is a close second. And, there are some hidden value gems like the 400se.

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Apr 14, 2026 6:03 PM
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mail123321Apr 14, 2026 6:03 PM
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HD 600 release in 1997. HD 650 release in 2003. They are know reliable and good price of that range. Don't compare with current BT. Both you need to good amp. 600 for classic and 650 are all around. if bass fav, get 660s2. You can't be wrong for that those 3. Lot of ppl recommend Hifi man. Their sound quality (mid terble bass soundstage) is better than Senn product; beside reliable issue.
Apr 14, 2026 6:14 PM
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GermanshieldApr 14, 2026 6:14 PM
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Don't forget you can get the HD6xx used from an audiophile on Ebay for much cheaper if you need to save some extra cash.
Apr 14, 2026 8:41 PM
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MythologicalEngineerApr 14, 2026 8:41 PM
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Quote from dcpoor View quoted comment :
they were around $160-170 most of the time. Frown
Weren't those the 6xx? Which is a little bit different.
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Apr 14, 2026 9:10 PM
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MerrickGApr 14, 2026 9:10 PM
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Many people call this top tier, but they werent for me. I found the 560S and the HD 490 Pros to be more comfortable. Clamped a little too hard and pressed on my ears. I bet replacment pads fix this. Still a good price for what is considered top tier by many,
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dcpoorApr 14, 2026 9:25 PM
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Quote from MythologicalEngineer View quoted comment :
Weren't those the 6xx? Which is a little bit different.
Yes, the HD6xx were HD650's with a different paint job Smilie
Apr 15, 2026 1:12 PM
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MasterMike569Apr 15, 2026 1:12 PM
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This thread inspired me to bust out my HD6XX. Paired with tubes and higher end R2R, absolute magic in that midrange!
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