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Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599
The open-back design and dynamic transducer deliver reference-grade spatial audio with a wide 12Hz–38.5kHz frequency response, and the oversized ear pads with replaceable velour cushions ensure secure, long-lasting comfort. Its 50-ohm impedance allows efficient driving from smartphones and laptops, while the flagship 500-series build offers near-audiophile quality without a premium price tag. Best for critical listeners seeking an expansive, natural soundstage for music and movies at home, rather than travel or noisy environments.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
impedance ohms 50
open closed back open
44 Overall Score
Price £116
Snapshot
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | soft replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | Aluminum |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 12 |
| Freq Max | 38500 |
| Impedance | 50 |
| Sensitivity | 108 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | SENNHEISER HD 599 Open Back Headphone, Ivory |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.99 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | JBL Tune 670NC | Bose QuietComfort Ultra | Soundcore Life Q20 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 40 | 32 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 50 | 314 | 16 | 32 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 20 | 70 | 24 | 60 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | 33.3 | 20.3 | 96 | 61.2 | 51.4 | 2.4 | 50.1 | 94.8 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.8 | 80.8 | 96.8 | 81.1 | 61.3 | 99.2 | 89.2 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.4 | 87.1 | 93.4 | 94.9 | 76.3 | 34.4 | 88.6 | 98.6 |
| JBL Tune 670NC Compare | 98.4 | 74.4 | 80.8 | 88.4 | 95.3 | 90.9 | 99.4 | 98.6 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 95 | 84 | 96 | 62.8 | 78.4 | 85.5 | 99.4 | 76.6 |
| Soundcore Life Q20 Compare | 95 | 88.8 | 89.1 | 100 | 92.8 | 90.9 | 91.2 | 89.2 |
Price
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