[StanD]

  I got an HE-500 to add to the HD600. The Planar is very interesting, but heavy.

 
 

  What gets the most head time? I'm thinking of downgrading my HE-500 to HD600 to free up some cash... undecided

I use them both and am not planning to get rid of either, If I was strapped for cash and was forced to have only one, I might keep just the HD600 but it would be a painful parting. I really like the extended bass and the way the HE-500's hand percussion. But the HD600 is not a slouch there. The HD600 has a slightly better rendition of treble. Glad that I don't have to decide, Today I completed my role in a jury, good thing that neither headphone was on trial.

 

[pOOB73]

Better to your ears....but not ours...and your description of more this and more that....a better description will be more boosted everywhere...nah...I'll stay far away from boosted sound

Have you tried the H6 and compared to the HD600?

 

[StanD]

  Have you tried the H6 and compared to the HD600?

Some folks don't care for Orthodynamic cans, I happen to like them. He may not like having an anvil (HE-6 502 grams) on top of his head. The HD600's weigh 260 grams.

 

[Dragonzeanse]

  Have you tried the H6 and compared to the HD600?

I'm very skeptical of those headphones, as much as I want to try them. Signs point towards "fashion headphone."

 

[zhaoyun707]

Sorry for bumping this thread.  I am new here and I'm also a newbie at these kind of stuff.  I am interesting in buying these headphones because I used Sennheiser back when I played Counter-Strike 1.6 back in the days.
 
Will my motherboard support and drive these Headphones to its fullest potential or do I need an amp?

Here is the link and specs.

http://www.asus.com/ROG_ROG/MAXIMUS_V_FORMULA/specifications/
 
Audio Specs:
SupremeFX IV built-in 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Output Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-Weighted): 110 dB
- Output THD+N at 1kHz: 95 dB
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- TI 6120A2 high fidelity headphone amplifier
Audio Feature :
- SupremeFX Shielding™ Technology
- ELNA premium audio capacitors
- 1500 uF Audio Power Capacitor
- Blu-ray audio layer Content Protection 
- DTS Ultra PC II
- DTS Connect
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel

 

[Francisk]

  Have you tried the H6 and compared to the HD600?

No I don't own B&O Beoplay H6 and I'm definitely not looking forward to own one from your sound description which tells me a lot. I have many other headphones and IEMs that I like though...and Sennheiser HD600 is definitely among the top of my list. It's alright pOOB73...I know you love the sound of your B&O Beoplay but you don't need to trash the HD600 in a HD600 thread. Please do it elsewhere...maybe in the B&O Beoplay H6 thread where B&O fans belong.
 
PS: I just checked the "Bang & Olufsen BeoPlay H6 Discussion Thread" and the number of posts is enough to tell me how good it actually is. No thank you.

 

[Silentanarchy]

I need a reccomendation on which headphones I should get. I will only use them in the solitude of my home I would prefer open circumaural headphone. With a very good soundstage detailed but a fun sound so great mids and highs but also detailed tight bass. I do not want bright headphones try to keep them under $400 also very comfortable as I will be wearing them for 2 to 6 hours.

 

[SSandDigital]

After owning the HD650 for a bit, I've always had that itch to get the HD600 as I found the HD650 to be too dark and mellow for me. But when the K712 arrived and read that bass and treble and comfort issues were resolved, and improved, went with that.  I still want to hear the HD600 and just spend a few hours and listen to them without having to buy them though.

 

[Francisk]

I need a reccomendation on which headphones I should get. I will only use them in the solitude of my home I would prefer open circumaural headphone. With a very good soundstage detailed but a fun sound so great mids and highs but also detailed tight bass. I do not want bright headphones try to keep them under $400 also very comfortable as I will be wearing them for 2 to 6 hours.

Perhaps the HD600 might serve your needs well but they're not exactly the super fun type (V shaped sound signature with boosted bass & treble and recessed mids). They're very well balanced with pretty good soundstage, tight bass (but not bass head level bass bloat), great mids and detailed but smooth and non sibilant highs. Price is around $350+ brand new at Amazon.

 

[Keithpgdrb]

I need a reccomendation on which headphones I should get. I will only use them in the solitude of my home I would prefer open circumaural headphone. With a very good soundstage detailed but a fun sound so great mids and highs but also detailed tight bass. I do not want bright headphones try to keep them under $400 also very comfortable as I will be wearing them for 2 to 6 hours.

Uh. Hd600 appreciation thread. So. Hd600.

 

[Silentanarchy]

I figured you might say that. So I guess that's what I'll get.

 

[krismusic]

I figured you might say that. So I guess that's what I'll get.

I honestly don't think you can go wrong with these IF you are looking for a hi fi sound. If you want a "fun" sound they may not be for you. Maybe do a bit of research. Ideally try before you buy or buy from a retailer who will let you return them if they disappoint. HTH.

 

[dsound]

I figured you might say that. So I guess that's what I'll get.

I don't think you'll be disappointed.  There's something about the HD600's that is so warm and inviting.  I think a great gear helps you focus on the music and not the equipment you are using; the HD600 is a great example of this.

 

[Silentanarchy]

Yeah I plan on running them with a schiit magni and modi and also high bitrate files. The only thing I'm not sure is if they are comfortable enough. So I might look for some memory foam cushions

 

[betula]

Yeah I plan on running them with a schiit magni and modi and also high bitrate files. The only thing I'm not sure is if they are comfortable enough. So I might look for some memory foam cushions

If comfort is your only worry, you can forget it. These are very comfortable. Even after 5 hours. It feels good to wear them. Light, so after 10-20 mins you can forget, they are on your head. Also, it is opened, so your ears can breath, and do not start to sweat under them, even in warm conditions. Just the perfect clamping force for me. Stays there, but not using a bit more force than needed. (Having them on feels like wearing a comfy and velvety jumper... )