[jwusoccer]

Just had a chance to try out the new earpads. Disappointingly, they're actually shallower than the original earpads. Comfort seems to be fine, and i think the opening might be slightly larger. With the new pads, treble seems much more prominent but bass impact is definitely lacking. They also sound more open, but in return some of the lushness of the midrange is lost. Overall, the new pads are drier and more neutral sounding than the originals. If anyone ever thought the hd650 was veiled, the ebay pads might actually be a good investment. However, I really enjoyed the lushness and musicality of the original pads and I'll probably be returning the new ones.

 

[besi]

Early birthday present for myself and a good way to start(listen) the new year
Also came back from CES and I was happy to see, Sennheiser still pushing the HD650.
In their listening booth was two of them ,along an HD800 and the mighty Orpheus.(still prefer the HD650)

 

[TeddyShot]

Early birthday present for myself and a good way to start(listen) the new year
Also came back from CES and I was happy to see, Sennheiser still pushing the HD650.
In their listening booth was two of them ,along an HD800 and the mighty Orpheus.(still prefer the HD650)

You mind sharing where you bought them from?

 

[besi]

You mind sharing where you bought them from?

I bought them from Adorama,there was a deal on them for $295.(no tax,free shipping)
The deal is over ,but i just saw a deal on ebay(new-but open box for $299)auth.dealer with warranty http://www.ebay.com/itm/141535246098

 

[TeddyShot]

I bought them from Adorama,there was a deal on them for $295.(no tax,free shipping)
The deal is over ,but i just saw a deal on ebay(new-but open box for $299)auth.dealer with warranty http://www.ebay.com/itm/141535246098

Nah that cool man but thanks, I already bought a pair, don't have them with me yet though.

 

[besi]

Nah that cool man but thanks, I already bought a pair, don't have them with me yet though.

Cool,congrats ! Also i like the packaging with new design and the new black box,much better then the silver cardboard shell and the silver box.

 

[donlin]

Early birthday present for myself and a good way to start(listen) the new year
Also came back from CES and I was happy to see, Sennheiser still pushing the HD650.
In their listening booth was two of them ,along an HD800 and the mighty Orpheus.(still prefer the HD650)

Did you really get a chance to compare the 650 to the Orpheus?

 

[TeddyShot]

Cool,congrats ! Also i like the packaging with new design and the new black box,much better then the silver cardboard shell and the silver box.

Very nice, can't wait till mine get here in 3 weeks lol (their on back order) and try them out on my new Lyr 2. I got them for $313, hope they're the black box model.

 

[kramer5150]

  Just had a chance to try out the new earpads. Disappointingly, they're actually shallower than the original earpads. Comfort seems to be fine, and i think the opening might be slightly larger. With the new pads, treble seems much more prominent but bass impact is definitely lacking. They also sound more open, but in return some of the lushness of the midrange is lost. Overall, the new pads are drier and more neutral sounding than the originals. If anyone ever thought the hd650 was veiled, the ebay pads might actually be a good investment. However, I really enjoyed the lushness and musicality of the original pads and I'll probably be returning the new ones.

Which pads were these new ones?  Ebay seller, Amazon...???  That doesn't sound like something I would enjoy.  I already have PLENTY of bright sounding headphones, I specifically got the 650 because its warm smoothness.

 

[inXcess]

Can anyone recommend some tubes for rolling on the bottle head crack?

 

[i luvmusic 2]

Can anyone recommend some tubes for rolling on the bottle head crack?

Wrong thread.........

 

[besi]

Did you really get a chance to compare the 650 to the Orpheus?

Yes and it wasn't my first time (4th).
But that environment it's not a perfect place for comparing open headphones,very noisy,people bumping into you and looking at you with googly eyes waiting for their turn.
I had the pleasure to listen to Norah Jones(Come Away with Me-album) it sounded beautiful on the Orpheus.
I feel lucky !
It looks beatiful too

 

[LaserFocused]

I want to upgrade the cable of my HD650. Any suggestions and do you think it'll improve the sound quality?

 

[ButtUglyJeff]

  I want to upgrade the cable of my HD650. Any suggestions and do you think it'll improve the sound quality?

 
What is your amp/DAC setup?  You'll always see greater improvement upgrading one of those components, if they are substandard...
 
... but with that said, I'm a fan of silver plated copper (SPC)

 

[mikoss]

  Just had a chance to try out the new earpads. Disappointingly, they're actually shallower than the original earpads. Comfort seems to be fine, and i think the opening might be slightly larger. With the new pads, treble seems much more prominent but bass impact is definitely lacking. They also sound more open, but in return some of the lushness of the midrange is lost. Overall, the new pads are drier and more neutral sounding than the originals. If anyone ever thought the hd650 was veiled, the ebay pads might actually be a good investment. However, I really enjoyed the lushness and musicality of the original pads and I'll probably be returning the new ones.

Thanks very much for the review!