[jdan1457]

Easiest way is the Dekoni Nuggets. Works great for me and has for quite a while.

How hard is it to take those nuggets off, will it tear the headband at all?

Or are they on for life?

 

[Shane D]

How hard is it to take those nuggets off, will it tear the headband at all?

Or are they on for life?

I think, on for life. The adhesive is very strong.

 

[msing539]

This is what I did with the Code LEX. I'm sure something similar can be done with the 6SE plus time and effort.

 

[dstarr3]

What headband mods are easy to replace the stock one? It's just getting worse and worse. It just rests on one small point at the top of my head and its really getting annoying!!

I tried the Dekoni nuggets, but they were too thick for the headphone to still fit my head with them added, so if you've already got the sides at full extension, beware.

I then tried this and it's been fine:
https://www.amazon.com/Headband-Protector-Installation-Sennheíser-Headphones/dp/B08HQGTR7D

 

[pavnobi]

I made a post on what to look for on the other thread based on photos I've seen. I'm not sure why or how it happens but I think it's some kind of manufacturing defect since it either is stuck right out of the box or happens soon after. Maybe incorrect diaphragm tension? I don't know of anyone that has had it stuck after several hundred hours of use, for instance.

After I called Adorama and the rep I spoke to told me that he is seeing the HE6se as “Discontinued” (Take that with a grain of salt) I got my wife’s ok and bought a used pair. Your flashlight trick is great. I followed just as you described and see no areas where the light is suddenly blocked. Thanks for sharing this!

 

[iFi audio]

I then tried this and it's been fine:
https://www.amazon.com/Headband-Protector-Installation-Sennheíser-Headphones/dp/B08HQGTR7D

Thanks for the link. That actually looks very useful.

 

[pavnobi]

This past Thursday I received both a used HE6se v2 (I immediately did a grill mod and it has upgraded pads) and a Lyr 2 with Genalex Gold Lion tubes to power the headphones. Previous to the HE6se I had been using HE560 v4 quite a lot.

(Now this is still early impression talk) Things I notice right away listening are that the HE6se carry more weight in the bass department (and they are heavier to wear) and there are some song details that are nuanced on the HE560 and more forward/pronounced on the HE6se.

All that being said, when I switch to the HE560, they sound overall fantastic, the bass is still very good, they are lighter, so more comfortable, and they are easier to listen to for long sessions. Again, this is early impressions, so it might change. It just left me thinking the HE6se are great, but I also appreciate the HE560 even more and think they are an incredible bargain if you get the Open Box version off of the Hifiman website (also has grill mod and upgraded cable).

I ordered a Hart Audio cable for my HE6se.

 

[iFi audio]

All that being said, when I switch to the HE560, they sound overall fantastic, the bass is still very good, they are lighter, so more comfortable, and they are easier to listen to for long sessions. Again, this is early impressions, so it might change. It just left me thinking the HE6se are great, but I also appreciate the HE560 even more and think they are an incredible bargain if you get the Open Box version off of the Hifiman website (also has grill mod and upgraded cable).

Both these cans are great, but HE6SE are noticeably more difficult to drive than HE560 and that can factor in a lot, especially with the former. Either way, enjoy

 

[bagwell359]

The 560 is along with the 400 is the start of the post 6/500 can era. Easier/Cheaper to mass produce. But the 560 (and they vary) don’t have bass as good as the 500 or 6 SE in timbre, impact, or under much under 50 Hz. No comparison with the 6 screw is possible or allowable re: bass. They also have a mean hot streak in the lower treble and less sense of depth. The v1 I briefly owned was a better can than the Adorama v4 I heard but unit to unit variation has been mentioned frequently, so at least try before you buy. The 400 even the stealth is not a match for the 560 v1. However if you like pre digitital rock/blues the tuning of the 400 suits more people than the 560 and manages to make people think it has bass when it’s actually quite lacking under 70 Hz.

 

[msing539]

The 560 is along with the 400 is the start of the post 6/500 can era. Easier/Cheaper to mass produce. But the 560 (and they vary) don’t have bass as good as the 500 or 6 SE in timbre, impact, or under much under 50 Hz. No comparison with the 6 screw is possible or allowable re: bass. They also have a mean hot streak in the lower treble and less sense of depth. The v1 I briefly owned was a better can than the Adorama v4 I heard but unit to unit variation has been mentioned frequently, so at least try before you buy. The 400 even the stealth is not a match for the 560 v1. However if you like pre digitital rock/blues the tuning of the 400 suits more people than the 560 and manages to make people think it has bass when it’s actually quite lacking under 70 Hz.

You're referring to the 400i and SE, not the original 400, right?

 

[pavnobi]

I’m late to the HE6se scene, and I’ve seen the 6 screw mentioned several times over the past couple of months. Is the 6 screw a substantial improvement over the Adorama v2? Edit: I’m only talking about for sound, not build quality or comfort

 

[bagwell359]

You're referring to the 400i and SE, not the original 400, right?

OG 400 is darker than later models due to even more of a sag in the 2-4k area but the bass is actually pumped up mid-bass - a trick from the 1920’s (radios) if not earlier

 

[msing539]

I’m late to the HE6se scene, and I’ve seen the 6 screw mentioned several times over the past couple of months. Is the 6 screw a substantial improvement over the Adorama v2? Edit: I’m only talking about for sound, not build quality or comfort

If you give the 6 enough power, it is a noticeable improvement over the 6SE in low end impact and dynamics.

 

[iFi audio]

If you give the 6 enough power, it is a noticeable improvement over the 6SE in low end impact and dynamics.

OK, let me ask out of curiosity, would you say that 6SE sounds milder and lighter in comparison?

 

[msing539]

OK, let me ask out of curiosity, would you say that 6SE sounds milder and lighter in comparison?

I would say the 6SE v2 is a little smoother and the HE6 is more aggressive and raw sounding.

Also, personal experience, I could power the HE6SE with the Pro iCan Signature, but even on high gain, I didn't initially understand the hype on the HE6. It wasn't until I moved up to a speaker amp that I fully appreciated it. The iCan has a ton of power but the 6 easily takes more.