Sennheiser · Released Jan 2022
Sennheiser HD 800 S · Midnight Black Review
Open-back
Sennheiser's Sennheiser HD 800 S — audiophile-grade Open-back.
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Specdex Score
95
/ 100
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
Pros
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
Full score breakdown
anc 0
sound 95
comfort 88
battery 100
features 50
Specifications
Type
Open-back