This makes them the best option for people who don’t want to be distracted by their surroundings or are worried about sound leaking on open-back headphones.

I have a pretty large head, and the clamp wasn’t unbearable for me, but at the same time, I never quite forgot the headphones were there like with other models. Some people tend to tug on the area just below the plastic casing of the jack and this can put unnecessary stress on the internal wires causing them to become loose or disconnected. It mixed a natural and airy presentation with a crazy amount of detail and introduced thousands of audiophiles to the world of planar magnetic technology (this tech has since become one of the most dominant in the industry). It’s lighter on bass, so not as suited for rap/EDM etc, but it works wonders with rock, acoustic, and classical music. They haven’t cut corners either because the driver is the new Supernano diaphragm 80% lighter than previous versions.

The HD 660S2 is a speedier, more dynamic version of Sennheiser’s venerated HD 600 series headphones. I did some General Listening/Comparisons using Hifiman’s EF400 DAC/Amp combo in combination with my laptop and the TIDAL Desktop App. I love the iconic design and how it has remained relatively unchanged for the duration of its existence (there are now a few color options).

This is a pure bred audiophile headphone from one of the most respected names in the audiophile comunity. Like the Sennheiser HD800, these Beyerdynamic headphones have been aroundfor years for a good reason. Knowing the initial cause of the problem can change the way you address the issue with your DIY repair solutions.By using slightly older tech and making cost savings in the right areas, Hifiman delivers one of the best-sounding cheap headphones on the list. The Susvara is the result of years of development which has resulted in an actual reference headphone designed for enthusiasts and developers at the same time. Although I'm no audiophile expert by any stretch of the imagination, I do have a distinct interest in music, with my tastes constantly changing overtime. Assuming you are using high-resolution audio files, you will want to use an excellent source to ensure the signal is crispy clean and has enough power to drive your headphones to their full potential.