Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White
Open-back
Sennheiser HD 660S
Open-back
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White lands at 90 and Sennheiser HD 660S at 90. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Pick Sennheiser HD 660S if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testSound quality
TieTuning, detail, and staging
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Noise cancelling
TieANC strength for commute and travel
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Comfort
TieLong-session wearability
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Sennheiser HD 660SSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Sennheiser HD 660S more score per dollar ($499 vs $799).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White | Sennheiser HD 660S |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back | Open-back |
Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Sennheiser HD 660S
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White vs Sennheiser HD 660S
Which is better, Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White or Sennheiser HD 660S? +
Both score 90 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White worth the price? +
At $799, Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.
Is Sennheiser HD 660S worth the price? +
At $499, Sennheiser HD 660S delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in battery.
Does Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White or Sennheiser HD 660S last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is the better value, Meze Audio 109 Pro · Arctic White or Sennheiser HD 660S? +
Sennheiser HD 660S — more score per dollar ($499 vs $799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.