Massdrop x Sennheiser HD6xx.

[AU_Gundam]

https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-sennheiser-hd6xx

 

A Modern Icon

If you know audio gear, you know the Sennheiser HD 650. The company’s flagship from 2003 to 2009, this open-back headphone has shown serious staying power. Praised for its richly detailed, effortlessly enjoyable sound, it remains one of the most talked-about products on Head-Fi today—and is still widely considered among the best headphones under $1,000. So when we teamed up with Sennheiser on its first-ever community-driven design partnership, the HD 650 was a natural place to start. A new revision of the popular all-rounder, the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX has that same great sound plus a few updates, and a price that makes it even easier to love.

The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 6XX Headphones will be available for $199.99 at the lowest drop point with free domestic shipping starting November 8th at 6 a.m. PT.

This drop is limited to 5,000 units. The first 500 purchasers will receive a pair of headphones with a serial number under 550. Domestic orders are expected to arrive by December 25th.

Refreshed Aesthetic, Improved Utility

Crafted with the modern audiophile in mind, the HD 6XX replaces the HD 650’s gray colorway with something darker and more dramatic: a deep midnight blue. The silver nameplates have been swapped for black plates with contrasting silver text—and the Massdrop logo is silk-screened on the inside of the headband, just above the right cup, with the serial number located just above the left cup. Based on feedback from the community, this iteration has also been updated with a detachable 6-foot cable (compared to the original’s 10-foot cable) and a ⅛-inch plug, which is more versatile for everyday laptop, phone, and DAP use than the standard ¼-inch plug. Of course, the HD 6XX comes with a ¼-inch adapter for those who want it.

Classic Sennheiser Sound

Good news for fans of the HD 650: In this revision, the driver structure and sound signature haven’t changed a bit. You’ll get the same smooth, laid-back presentation, with a balanced midrange and natural-sounding bass. The HD 650 is considered more refined and better damped than its predecessor, the HD 600, with less energy in the upper midrange (which some listeners may find less fatiguing) and an overall balance that’s a bit warmer and bassier. Its neutral response provides a pleasant listening experience with any musical genre from a range of sources. Plus, it responds well to improved sources and amplification, and headphone amplifiers of any output impedance could potentially make a good match.

Final Thoughts

Because the HD 6XX’s open-back design won’t isolate you from outside noise or prevent sound from being heard by those nearby, it may be best-suited for quieter home and office environments. Like all headphones in Sennheiser’s HD 600 line, this new model can be disassembled by hand to its component parts, all of which can be easily replaced. Many of its parts are interchangeable with others in the series, and owners of the HD 6XX can benefit from the rich aftermarket and brain trust of modifications and gear matching—along with excellent long-term support from Sennheiser itself.

Specs

• Massdrop x Sennheiser
• Color: Midnight blue
• Transducer principle: Open, dynamic
• Frequency response: 10 Hz – 41 kHz
• THD: < 0.05%
• Nominal impedance: 300 ohm
• Cable length: 6 ft (1.8 m)
• Connector: ⅛ in (0.3 cm)
• Weight without cable: 9.2 oz (260 g)
• Made in Ireland

Included

• ⅛ – ¼ inch adapter
• Sennheiser 2-year warranty

Shipping

All orders will be shipped by Massdrop. Domestic orders are expected to arrive by December 25.

Estimated ship date is Dec 15, 2016.

After the drop ends, payment will be collected. To deliver the best value to the group the request will then be submitted to the vendor up front, making all sales final. Be sure to check the discussion page for updates.

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So in essence, we have HD650s being sold for 200 dollars through Massdrop. Tempting, I must say.

[spwath]

This is honestly an amazing deal.

Unfortunately, my bank account reads out at $24.50

[8uhbbhu8]

I would love these but am about to spend most of my money on a new phone....

[Crosseyed Sniper]

Sweet looking headphones, but I bet your head would get pretty hot in just a short amount of time.

[SSL]

45 minutes ago, Crosseyed Sniper said:

Sweet looking headphones, but I bet your head would get pretty hot in just a short amount of time.

 

No more than any other over-ear headphone. Probably less since these are open back.

[FIXXX]

Ill get this so quick - paypal wouldn't even notice how fast I spent it.

[phu]

oh my. i just got the 600hds on sale several months ago wish these came sooner

[FIXXX]

4 minutes ago, phu said:

oh my. i just got the 600hds on sale several months ago wish these came sooner

Don't worry. the 600s are not considered bad compared to 650. Not at all. Enjoy yours and keep peace of mind

[FIXXX]

Anyone know if Massdrop lags during high traffic? Like for example a drop requested by over 12k people and has a specific start time - and an awesome price?

Would really hate it to not allow me to load the page - and when i do - after 10 minutes - it says the drop is over

[rattacko123]

I'll have to wake up at like 1am to buy this in time 

[rattacko123]

I've been seriously considering the K7XX but now that I see the HD6XX I think I found the perfect headphones (for me)

[ARikozuM]

On 11/4/2016 at 1:48 AM, huilun02 said:

Bassdrop

I don't know if this is a good deal, but let minnow?

 

Assuming this is a fish pun.

[rattacko123]

14 hours ago, ARikozuM said:

I don't know if this is a good deal, but let minnow?

 

Assuming this is a fish pun.

bass strait

[superducky94]

well, I'll be getting up/ staying up til 4 am when this comes out. I just bought the k7xx, wish I knew these were happening. Eh, whatever. I like headphones. I'll sell whichever I end up using less. 

[Guangtian]

I just bought the K7xx 1 months ago, now the HD6xx..... But it's so tempting, will there be another drop of HD6xx in the future?

[FIXXX]

1 hour ago, Guangtian said:

I just bought the K7xx 1 months ago, now the HD6xx..... But it's so tempting, will there be another drop of HD6xx in the future?

Worst case scenario you can sell the headphones for that same $200 on ebay or whatever. You cannot find a well-kept pair of 650s for that price so you should be able to sell.

Or sell your AKGs instead if the Senns are better.

[superducky94]

4 hours ago, FIXXX said:

Worst case scenario you can sell the headphones for that same $200 on ebay or whatever. You cannot find a well-kept pair of 650s for that price so you should be able to sell.

Or sell your AKGs instead if the Senns are better.

My thoughts exactly!

[rattacko123]

[rattacko123]

Took me an hour of constant retrying but im in

[FIXXX]

18 minutes ago, rattacko123 said:

Took me an hour of constant retrying but im in

Same. Paypal page loaded, did the peyment thing but took em a few minutes before they send the Welcome to the Drop email.

[rattacko123]

3 hours ago, FIXXX said:

Same. Paypal page loaded, did the peyment thing but took em a few minutes before they send the Welcome to the Drop email.

exactly what happened to me, I got worried when I saw pending payment but it wasn't in my transactions list, but a few mins later it came up with the welcome to the drop email

[FIXXX]

Happy that a few more people will be listening to Christmas music on a pair of awesome cans! 

[superducky94]

I'm in as well! Super excited!