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title: "Sennheiser HD 599 Open‑Back Audiophile Headphones, German-Irish Craftsmanship, Wide Soundstage, Detachable Cables, Ergonomic acoustic refinement design, Comfort-Fit for Gaming, 2‑Year Warranty"
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# 250g ultra-lightweight comfort 12 Hz–38.5 kHz expansive frequency range Detachable cables with 3.5mm & 6.3mm plugs Sennheiser HD 599 Open‑Back Audiophile Headphones, German-Irish Craftsmanship, Wide Soundstage, Detachable Cables, Ergonomic acoustic refinement design, Comfort-Fit for Gaming, 2‑Year Warranty

**Brand:** sennheiser
**Price:** VT51384
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## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game with the HD 599 — where precision meets pure immersive sound.

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- **What is this?** Sennheiser HD 599 Open‑Back Audiophile Headphones, German-Irish Craftsmanship, Wide Soundstage, Detachable Cables, Ergonomic acoustic refinement design, Comfort-Fit for Gaming, 2‑Year Warranty by sennheiser
- **How much does it cost?** VT51384 with free shipping
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## Best For

- sennheiser enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sennheiser brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Comfort Fit:** Plush velour ear pads and featherlight design ensure fatigue-free listening during long gaming or work sessions.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** Low 50-ohm impedance means flawless compatibility with phones, PCs, and entry-level amps — no extra gear needed.
- • **Wide Open-Back Soundstage:** Experience expansive, natural sound that breathes life into music, movies, and gaming — be the envy of your circle.
- • **German-Irish Precision Craftsmanship:** Engineered for audiophile-grade clarity and durability that stands out in any professional setup.
- • **Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement (E.A.R.):** Driver alignment tailored to your ear for immersive spatial accuracy and pinpoint sound imaging.

## Overview

The Sennheiser HD 599 are open-back audiophile headphones combining German-Irish engineering with ergonomic design for superior soundstage and comfort. Weighing just 250g, they feature detachable cables (3.5mm & 6.3mm), a wide 12 Hz–38.5 kHz frequency range, and low 50-ohm impedance for easy use across devices. Ideal for gaming, music, and movies, they deliver clear imaging and balanced sound with a 2-year warranty for peace of mind.

## Description

Sennheiser HD 599 Open‑Back Audiophile Headphones, German-Irish Craftsmanship, Wide Soundstage, Detachable Cables, Ergonomic acoustic refinement design, Comfort-Fit for Gaming, 2‑Year Warranty : desertcart.in: Electronics

Review: Should try once - True to the studio quality. Tight bass Sparkling treble Clear vocal Works with any device as 50 ohm impedance No noise cancellation Sound stage is so spacious Value for money U can listen hours without any strain Use with hi fidelity sources like Apple Music lossless or downloaded hi res file Hear in quiet place , where minimal noise Warm bass and everything balanced Instrument separation is very good Sennheiser signature sound For example listen laal ishq and experience the sound clarity and spaciousness Feels like ur headphones can breathe Free moving diaphragm so doesn’t feel like beating inside ur head
Review: Mysterious is music , Movies will blow you away. - Well after falling in all the hype about combining a capable enough dsp dac amp with an open back headphone a person is propelled into a world of blissful surround sounds i decided to try this hands down once and for all. After about half an hour of burning the headphones in with some 24bit Flac songs i went ahead to test it. Played multiple songs and movies via the Walkman , X3 amp , Note 9 phone. First impressions: Build : The build quality is excellent, it's all plastic that seems like it is made to last and keep it light for comfort. The mechanism also feels reliable. So 5/5 Comfort: Very good , not fatigued after 1 hour , No unwarranted peaks in any frequencies. Its winters here in the north so it also doubled up as a scarf insulating my ears from the peircing cold. Sound isolation: Well what would one expect from an open back , it's terrible. But it is what it is. You have to be alone and in a quite environment to listen to these. Sound will leak both ways. Package contents: Well the box that comes with it is unimpressive, it is a waste like soft cardboard box which is labeled as "frustration free" packaging, it's all nonsense. If it was a good quality box one would use it to keep the headphones after use safely,and won't throw it away. No i will have to purchase a headphone case adding more to the environmental damage. You get two cables one being a 6mm and one 3.5mm with a 6mm to3.5mm converter plug. Sennheiser took good care in that area. Sound : Well i come from using the following in order of magnitude Most vintage models of Sony tape walkman headphones and earphones Mdr xb 60ex Mdr xb500 Mdr xb 90ex Mdr xb 75ap ( Skull rattler ) Mdr ex220 Asus rog headset Xba H3 ( My personal favorite in all areas ) Shure se 846 ( Skull breaker , My almost perfect set but gets beaten in High frequency department) As you can see there is only two over the ear headphones. Now i have always been disappointed by the music of over the head headphones due to lack of proper Isolation and driver limitations. Being my first open back This HD559 is no different to closed back in music department. Music coming out of it is unimpressive , you get almost no proper bass rumbles in the tracks that have them but maybe it's my fault. (more on that later). The soundstage although quite good does not impress you enough to warrant the sacrifice in sound isolation and lower frequencies. Sometimes some songs get tinny and empty, sometimes they come out good but never great. Apart from that i maybe wrong with my eqs and settings i will update after a week of listening. Movies : WTF This has blown all my in ear headphones far away , nothing comes close to the immersive theater like experience while pairing it with the X3 amp and switching on the xfi. You are instantly placed in a premium position of a proper dts tuned theater seat. All the action is all around you and dialog of the actors are clear and crisp even during intense explosions and gunfire. Things are properly imaged bodies dropping to the ground , bullets whirring past you thunders in the sky everything is represented perfectly. Imaging is more vertical than horizontal. Now the bass : While the music had no bass on it , on movies while on xfi turned on the bass reaches skull rattling levels without getting distorted or overlapping any other frequencies. It is unreal and brings a huge smile on your face and the only reason i did not return these back. The explosions shake you bullets fired seem real , thunders are near to being real. For movies this is the ultimate solution for me the END GAME so to say. Haven't tested it yet on games but have heard quite a praise for them in that regard. Conclusion: These mysterious headphones struggle to pump up the proper bass notes on music but will pummel your head in movies. Maybe i am doing something wrong on my amp but i have tried to bring it on the music by various ways. The world shattering bass is there waiting to be unleashed but with mysterious ways. The mids are perfect for both Male and females all the frequencies are present and quite powerful. The highs are a bit laid back and roll off at the highest levels quite quickly , whenever you will need them desperately they will bail out on you. But overall they are fine. Is it worth the money ?. For movies absolutely. 100% For music Maybe For games , haven't tested yet but i am confident they will excel in that department. Very good product. Highly satisfied.

## Features

- GERMAN DESIGN & ENGINEERING – Precision-built for private, reference-grade listening in real-world environments
- E.A.R. DESIGN TECHNOLOGY – Ergonomic Acoustic Refinement (E.A.R.) aligns drivers to the ear for improved imaging and spatial accuracy
- ULTRA-LIGHTWEIGHT & COMFORTABLE – Weighs just 250g and features plush velour ear pads for fatigue-free, all-day listening
- LOW IMPEDANCE – Easily driven by phones, PCs, and entry-level amps; delivers clean, accurate audio without needing high-power gear
- EXPANSIVE FREQUENCY RANGE (12 Hz–38.5 kHz) – Covers deep sub-bass to sparkling highs, ensuring full-spectrum clarity and richness
- PREMIUM BUILD & CLASSIC STYLE – Elegant ivory/brown colorway, metal accents, and quality construction communicate timeless aesthetic and reliability
- ENHANCED SOUNDSTAGE FOR GAMING & MEDIA – Balanced sound and open earcups help pinpoint in-game audio details and breathe life into music/video playback
- INCLUDES PREMIUM ACCESSORIES- Comes with a 3 m cable with 6.3 mm plug, 1.2 m cable with 3.5 mm plug, 3.5 to 6.3 mm screw-on jack adapter
- BACKED BY A 2-YEAR WARRANTY – Enjoy peace of mind with Sennheiser’s trusted quality assurance and after-sales support.
- SPECIFCATIONS - Transducer principle : dynamic, open, Frequency response (speaker) : 6 Hz - 38,00 Hz, Sound pressure level (SPL) : 110 dB (1 kHz / 1 Vrms), Total harmonic distortion (THD) <0.05% (1 kHz / 90 dB SPL)

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01L1IICR2 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries Required | No |
| Battery cell composition | Lithium Polymer |
| Best Sellers Rank | #11,274 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #84 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Cable feature | Detachable |
| Compatible Devices | Cellphones, Gaming Consoles, Laptops, Music Production Equipment, Portable Media Player, Tablets |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (15,350) |
| Date First Available | 14 September 2016 |
| Device interface - primary | Buttons, Microphone |
| Does it contain liquid? | No |
| Earpiece Shape | over_ear |
| Generic Name | Headphones |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04044155207576 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Imported By | Sennheiser Electronics India Pvt Ltd. 104-ABC, 1st Floor, Time Tower, M.G Road, Gurgaon-122002. Haryana. |
| Importer | Sonova Consumer Hearing India Pvt. Ltd, 510, 5th Floor. Time Tower. M. G. Road. Sector 28, 122002 Gurgaon, IN |
| Included Components | 1.2 m cable/ 3.5 mm straight plug, 3m cable / 6.3 mm straight plug, 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter, HD 599 headphones |
| Includes AC Adapter | No |
| Includes Rechargeable Battery | No |
| Input Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 20.6 x 10 x 26 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 250 g |
| Item model number | 506831 |
| Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
| Material | Plastic Aluminum |
| Microphone format | without microphone |
| Model | 506831 |
| Model Name | HD 599 |
| Model Year | 2016 |
| Net Quantity | 1 Count |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Packer | Sennheiser electronic GmbH & Co. KG Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany |
| Power Source | Battery |
| Product Dimensions | 20.57 x 10.03 x 26.04 cm; 250 g |
| Speaker connectivity | Wired |
| Special Feature | Powered by proprietary Sennheiser 38mm, 50-ohm transducers |
| Special Features | Powered by proprietary Sennheiser 38mm, 50-ohm transducers |
| Specific Uses For Product | Music |
| Style | HD 599 Wired |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Communication Technology | 3.5 mm |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sennheiser
- **Colour:** Ivory
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 50 Ohms

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do these compare to the 598s?**
A: The HD 599 is a cosmetic refresh of the the HD 598.  Both uses the Sennheiser SYS38 50-ohm transducer.

**Q: How is the bass on these headphones? Does it effect the mids/highs at all?**
A: While these aren't "bass head" headphones, they have noticeably more bass than their predecessor the HD 598s.  I always found the HD 598s to be a little "bass light", where the HD 599s have a much richer sound.  The HD 599's are more musical where the HD 598s are more analytical.  Depending on the track and your listening level there may be some noticeable intermodulation distortion where the bass frequencies will distort the mids and highs.  On Deadmau5's new track "Let Go" the effect is very noticeable when you turn them up (and not all that loud).  Playing the same track on my HD 600s, HD 650s, and HD 700s does NOT result in this distortion.  It isn't that the bass is distorting, it just interferes with the mids and highs.  These HD 599s are my daily driver (at work) and I REALLY like them.  They are a far more versatile than the HD 598s, they sound fantastic, and I don't regret the purchase at all.  At work I run them on a Schiit Modi 2 Uber/Magni 2 Uber stack and the pairing with the HD 599s is excellent.  The highs are also better on the HD 599s than the HD 598s (which struggled with "Sh" and "F" sounds).

**Q: Can you use these on a phone**
A: Yes. I have an earlier version, the HD598SR. They are compatible with phones and computers, and the short cable has a built-in microphone which will allow you to use it on phone calls. The longer cable doesn’t.

**Q: Can any recommend an amp for these? i was thinking of getting the objective 2 but if anyone else has a better one please tell me. p.s. i'm on a budget**
A: I powered the HD599s with my LG-G4 smartphone, an Acer Chromebook R-13 (excellent headphone section for a laptop), a Schiit Modi 2 Uber/ Vali 2 (Genalex Gold Lion 6922 tube) stack that I use at work (I also used a Schiit Magni 2 Uber with the Magni 2 Uber), and a Schiit Bifrost Multibit/Valhalla 2 (Genalex Gold Lion 6922 tubes)stack I have at home (I also used a Schiit Asgard 2 with the Bifrost).  I did/do not apply any equalization or effects when I listen.  Like all the higher end Sennheiser headphones, the HD599s improved noticeably as the driving components improved.  After a lot of listening to the 598s and 599s I concluded that they both sounded best when run through my Bifrost/Asgard 2 stack (The Modi 2U/ Magni 2U pairing was also excellent), so this is how I listened when doing my analysis.  Like most lower impedance headphones, they both seem to prefer solid state amps to OTL tube amps, but they did pair well with the Vali 2 (a hybrid tube amp) as well. I know the O2 is a brighter amp (and solid state) and would probably pair quite we with these.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Should try once
*by P***A on 26 November 2025*

True to the studio quality. Tight bass Sparkling treble Clear vocal Works with any device as 50 ohm impedance No noise cancellation Sound stage is so spacious Value for money U can listen hours without any strain Use with hi fidelity sources like Apple Music lossless or downloaded hi res file Hear in quiet place , where minimal noise Warm bass and everything balanced Instrument separation is very good Sennheiser signature sound For example listen laal ishq and experience the sound clarity and spaciousness Feels like ur headphones can breathe Free moving diaphragm so doesn’t feel like beating inside ur head

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mysterious is music , Movies will blow you away.
*by N***Y on 16 January 2021*

Well after falling in all the hype about combining a capable enough dsp dac amp with an open back headphone a person is propelled into a world of blissful surround sounds i decided to try this hands down once and for all. After about half an hour of burning the headphones in with some 24bit Flac songs i went ahead to test it. Played multiple songs and movies via the Walkman , X3 amp , Note 9 phone. First impressions: Build : The build quality is excellent, it's all plastic that seems like it is made to last and keep it light for comfort. The mechanism also feels reliable. So 5/5 Comfort: Very good , not fatigued after 1 hour , No unwarranted peaks in any frequencies. Its winters here in the north so it also doubled up as a scarf insulating my ears from the peircing cold. Sound isolation: Well what would one expect from an open back , it's terrible. But it is what it is. You have to be alone and in a quite environment to listen to these. Sound will leak both ways. Package contents: Well the box that comes with it is unimpressive, it is a waste like soft cardboard box which is labeled as "frustration free" packaging, it's all nonsense. If it was a good quality box one would use it to keep the headphones after use safely,and won't throw it away. No i will have to purchase a headphone case adding more to the environmental damage. You get two cables one being a 6mm and one 3.5mm with a 6mm to3.5mm converter plug. Sennheiser took good care in that area. Sound : Well i come from using the following in order of magnitude Most vintage models of Sony tape walkman headphones and earphones Mdr xb 60ex Mdr xb500 Mdr xb 90ex Mdr xb 75ap ( Skull rattler ) Mdr ex220 Asus rog headset Xba H3 ( My personal favorite in all areas ) Shure se 846 ( Skull breaker , My almost perfect set but gets beaten in High frequency department) As you can see there is only two over the ear headphones. Now i have always been disappointed by the music of over the head headphones due to lack of proper Isolation and driver limitations. Being my first open back This HD559 is no different to closed back in music department. Music coming out of it is unimpressive , you get almost no proper bass rumbles in the tracks that have them but maybe it's my fault. (more on that later). The soundstage although quite good does not impress you enough to warrant the sacrifice in sound isolation and lower frequencies. Sometimes some songs get tinny and empty, sometimes they come out good but never great. Apart from that i maybe wrong with my eqs and settings i will update after a week of listening. Movies : WTF This has blown all my in ear headphones far away , nothing comes close to the immersive theater like experience while pairing it with the X3 amp and switching on the xfi. You are instantly placed in a premium position of a proper dts tuned theater seat. All the action is all around you and dialog of the actors are clear and crisp even during intense explosions and gunfire. Things are properly imaged bodies dropping to the ground , bullets whirring past you thunders in the sky everything is represented perfectly. Imaging is more vertical than horizontal. Now the bass : While the music had no bass on it , on movies while on xfi turned on the bass reaches skull rattling levels without getting distorted or overlapping any other frequencies. It is unreal and brings a huge smile on your face and the only reason i did not return these back. The explosions shake you bullets fired seem real , thunders are near to being real. For movies this is the ultimate solution for me the END GAME so to say. Haven't tested it yet on games but have heard quite a praise for them in that regard. Conclusion: These mysterious headphones struggle to pump up the proper bass notes on music but will pummel your head in movies. Maybe i am doing something wrong on my amp but i have tried to bring it on the music by various ways. The world shattering bass is there waiting to be unleashed but with mysterious ways. The mids are perfect for both Male and females all the frequencies are present and quite powerful. The highs are a bit laid back and roll off at the highest levels quite quickly , whenever you will need them desperately they will bail out on you. But overall they are fine. Is it worth the money ?. For movies absolutely. 100% For music Maybe For games , haven't tested yet but i am confident they will excel in that department. Very good product. Highly satisfied.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Your ears will THANK you!
*by M***A on 15 January 2025*

I'd say the things people have said about this headphone's comfort level are NOT exaggerated or dramatized. This is the comfort king! Coming from earphones and IEMs, these things are a delight to wear and do not induce stress, which we normally feel after listening to music for long durations from IEMs, etc. I'm currently using this during the winter season so my ears don't get heated a lot even after an hour of usage. Will see how it performs in the summer season. I was curious to try an open-back headphone and I've been lurking on r/headphones for quite a while - taking opinions from people on whether it would be a solid upgrade over my chi-fi IEMs (CCA PLA13 planars). It was a risky endeavour so I did not want to go with a high-end model and this headphone fell perfectly in my budget range. I had read some negatives about this headphone when it comes to sound quality - that the sound appears muffled. Sadly, it is true that bass is overpowering and makes the sound muffled in certain situations. Now you may wonder why I still gave this a positive review. Well, let me tell you about the wonderful world of EQing headphones. EQ can completely transform the sound of your headphones. You can use EqualizerAPO + peace software combination to EQ the headphones (look up EQ profiles for HD 599SE on Google). I would suggest going with a Harman target profile as it sounds the best in general. One thing I would say is this headphone will not please users who listen to Rock/Grunge/Metal/Hip-Hop. in my opinion - IEMs perform better for those genres. I'm still discovering new things about this headphone and will keep updating this review if needed. Overall, I think this headphone is perfect for those who want to transition into the audiophile realm to experience high-fidelity music.

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