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Sennheiser HD 560S Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price: ~£110
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Sennheiser HD 560S review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.9

Poor

3.7

Poor

9.4

Exceptional

2.1
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
1.1
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
4.7
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
2.7
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
3.5
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
4.7
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

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The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, over-ear dynamic headphone featuring a 120-ohm impedance, a broad frequency response of 6 Hz – 38,000 Hz, and a sensitivity of 110 dB (1 kHz/1 Vrms). Designed for analytical listening, it utilizes angled 38mm transducers with a specialized polymer-blend membrane to recreate an optimal triangular listening position and a wide, articulate soundstage. Its primary strengths include a highly neutral, linear sound profile, exceptional detail retrieval, and a lightweight 240g chassis with plush velour earpads for long-term comfort. However, its open design provides nearly zero noise isolation and significant sound leakage, while some users find the initial clamping force too tight and the plastic construction less premium than higher-tier models.

Technical Specifications of Sennheiser HD 560S

Overall score

4.9

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

4.1

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

2.8

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

6.7

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Sennheiser

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Sennheiser HD 560S vs the average headphone

Why is Sennheiser HD 560S better than the average headphone?

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Hi-Res Audio certification
Sennheiser HD 560S has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.
Importance: LOW
Sennheiser HD 560S has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
12 Hz lower bass extension
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.6 Hz vs 18 Hz
0.25 % lower distortion
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.05 % vs 0.3 %
18,000 Hz higher treble extension
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (38,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (38,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.38000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
11 mm more spacious earcup height
Sennheiser HD 560S offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (71 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.
Importance: MEDIUM
Sennheiser HD 560S offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (71 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.71 mm vs 60 mm
Open-back design
Sennheiser HD 560S uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
Sennheiser HD 560S uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
18% higher user score
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher user score than the average headphone (9.44 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher user score than the average headphone (9.44 vs 8.000).9.44 vs 8
0.6 m more useful cable length
Sennheiser HD 560S offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.
Importance: LOW
Sennheiser HD 560S offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.1.8 m vs 1.2 m
11 mm more spacious earcup height
Sennheiser HD 560S offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (71 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
Open-back design
Sennheiser HD 560S uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
0.6 m more useful cable length
Sennheiser HD 560S offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (1.8 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Hi-Res Audio certification
Sennheiser HD 560S has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
12 Hz lower bass extension
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
0.25 % lower distortion
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
18,000 Hz higher treble extension
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (38,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.

Why is Sennheiser HD 560S worse than the average headphone?

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10.1% higher weight
Sennheiser HD 560S is heavier than the average headphone (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
No travel bag
Sennheiser HD 560S does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
0.6 higher clamp force
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
No passive noise reduction
Sennheiser HD 560S does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
2 mm smaller driver size
Sennheiser HD 560S has smaller driver size than the average headphone (38 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
1 fewer microphones
Sennheiser HD 560S has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
No voice assistant support
Sennheiser HD 560S does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
Sennheiser HD 560S does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Sennheiser HD 560S does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
No voice assistant support
Sennheiser HD 560S does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Sennheiser HD 560S does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
2 mm smaller driver size
Sennheiser HD 560S has smaller driver size than the average headphone (38 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
Sennheiser HD 560S has smaller driver size than the average headphone (38 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.38 mm vs 40 mm
3 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Sennheiser HD 560S has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.99 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
1 fewer microphones
Sennheiser HD 560S has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2
Sennheiser HD 560S has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
No travel bag
Sennheiser HD 560S does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.
Importance: LOW
Sennheiser HD 560S does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
10.1% higher weight
Sennheiser HD 560S is heavier than the average headphone (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Sennheiser HD 560S is heavier than the average headphone (240 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.240 g vs 218 g
0.6 higher clamp force
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Sennheiser HD 560S has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.4.9 vs 4.3

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What customers like about Sennheiser HD 560S?

Analytical and neutral sound profile ideal for critical listening and mixing
Exceptional soundstage width and precise imaging for the price point
High level of detail and clarity in the midrange and treble
Lightweight, ergonomic design comfortable for long listening sessions
Good sub-bass extension compared to other open-back Sennheiser models
Relatively easy to drive without requiring a high-end amplifier
Soft velour earpads that resist heat build-up
Excellent price-to-performance value for entry-level audiophiles

What customers dislike about Sennheiser HD 560S?

Plastic build can feel 'cheap' or less premium than higher-tier models
Initially high clamping force may require a 'break-in' period for comfort
Open-back design results in zero noise isolation and significant sound leakage
Treble can occasionally sound sharp, bright, or fatiguing to sensitive ears
Lacks the 'fun' or impactful bass punch found in closed-back headphones
Long 3-meter proprietary cable can be cumbersome for casual desk use
Revealing nature makes low-quality recordings or low-bitrate files sound poor
No included carry case or travel-friendly folding mechanism

Expert reviews

diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com

24/09/2020

HD560S - DIY-Audio-Heaven

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an affordable, lightweight, open-back over-ear headphone that delivers a neutral sound signature with impressive, unbloated bass extension and highly detailed, open mids. It features an improved next-generation dynamic driver angled at 9° to create a wider stereo imaging than the narrow stage found in the HD 6xx series, making it excellent for both serious...Read more

majorhifi.com

17/11/2020

Sennheiser HD560S Review - Major HiFi

Summary of the Sennheiser HD560S Review The Sennheiser HD560S is an affordable, open-back headphone designed to deliver audiophile-grade, reference performance in a no-frills package. Built from hard plastic with comfortable velour earpads, it includes a three-meter detachable ¼-inch cable and a 3.5mm adapter. Its 120-ohm impedance makes it versatile enough to be driven directly by...Read more

headfonia.com

29/09/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S Review - Headfonia

The Headfonia review characterizes the $199 Sennheiser HD 560S as an exceptional, budget-friendly open-back headphone offering neutral, accurate tuning with high clarity, fast transients, and a spacious soundstage. Key pros include realistic vocal reproduction, impressive sub-bass extension, and a lightweight, easy-to-drive design suitable for various sources. However, the review...Read more

soundandsignal.co.uk

17/09/2025

Sennheiser HD 560S Review: Affordable Audiophile Accuracy Would you like to compare these to other open-back models from the same series?

The Sound & Signal review highly praises the Sennheiser HD 560S as an outstanding, budget-conscious choice for mixing, mastering, and critical listening. Retailing around £160–£180, these open-back, over-ear headphones deliver exceptional, reference-grade accuracy that punches far above their price point. Key pros highlighted in the review include a flat and neutral frequency...Read more

xander51.medium.com

02/09/2021

Sennheiser HD560S Headphones Review | by Alex Rowe

The Sennheiser HD560SGo review on Medium highlights these open-back headphones for their exceptional efficiency (110dB sensitivity, 120-ohm impedance), enabling easy driving from basic sources. They are noted for providing a neutral, flat frequency response with impressive sub-bass and a detailed soundstage, all within a comfortable 240g chassis. Medium· Conversely, the review notes...Read more

expertreviews.co.uk

02/04/2024

Sennheiser HD 560S review: Superb reference headphones

The Expert Reviews article highlights the Sennheiser HD 560SGo as a highly capable pair of open-backed reference headphones tailored for budget-conscious audio enthusiasts and professionals. On the positive side, the headphones deliver exceptional value for their £99 review price, offering an incredibly flat frequency response, an expansive soundstage, and highly refined midrange...Read more

crinacle.com

06/11/2020

Sennheiser HD560S Review: The Evolved 500

The Sennheiser HD560S stands out as an exceptional, neutral-tuned open-backed headphone that effectively disrupts the $200 price bracket. Its flawless tonality features a smooth midrange free of errant peaks, a balanced treble, and solid sub-bass extension into the lowest octaves, heavily outperforming the older HD599 model. A notable strength is its "pretty dang wide" and spacious...Read more

trustedreviews.com

05/02/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S review

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Sennheiser HD 560S highlights these open-back headphones as a comfortable, budget-friendly entry into analytical listening, praising their neutral sound profile, wide soundstage, and detailed, revealing audio performance. Key strengths include a lightweight, comfortable design suitable for long sessions and precise instrument separation, making...Read more

audiosciencereview.com

04/01/2022

Sennheiser HD560S Review (Headphone)

The Sennheiser HD560S is a lightweight, open-back headphone priced at $170 that offers exceptional comfort due to its large earcups (73mm x 45mm) and angled drivers. In terms of performance, the review highlights its highly accurate frequency response that aligns closely with the target curve right out of the box, meaning that equalization (EQ) is not mandatory for high-quality...Read more

forbes.com

04/10/2020

Reviewed: Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones… And They Sound Like A Dream

Mark Sparrow's Forbes review praises the Sennheiser HD 560S open-back headphones for delivering an exceptional, neutral sound profile with a wide soundstage and refined, deep bass at a $200 price point. The headphones feature angled drivers, an ultralight chassis, and ventilated velour earpads designed for comfort and accurate, detailed audio reproduction during long listening...Read more

techradar.com

07/10/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S review

The Sennheiser HD 560S are wired, open-backed over-ear headphones designed strictly for analytical listening, mixing, and studio work rather than casual entertainment. Released on September 29, 2020, at an original retail price of $199.95, they feature 38mm polymer-blend foil diaphragms housed in a lightweight, predominantly hard-plastic chassis. Weighing just 240 grams (0.5 lbs)...Read more

whathifi.com

08/03/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S review

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, over-ear wired headphone designed for the analytical audio enthusiast on a budget. It excels with an expansive, highly detailed, and spacious presentation that offers exceptional three-dimensional layering and separation across the musical frequency range. Built with an focus on long-term comfort, the headphones feature a lightweight 240g...Read more

rtings.com

13/11/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones Review - RTINGS.com

The Sennheiser HD 560S are wired, open-back headphones designed for neutral, analytical listening, offering a highly accurate, flat sound profile and excellent driver matching. They provide a comfortable, stable fit with velour padding suitable for long sessions, though their bulky, non-folding design and lack of on-board controls limit portability. Their open-back construction...Read more

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10/06/2021

Review: Sennheiser HD 560S - Open-Back Over-Ear Headphones

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, over-ear headphone praised for delivering a highly neutral, analytical, and detailed acoustic performance that punches well above its €200 price point. Weighing just 240 grams and constructed from high-quality plastic, it features a comfortable design with velour ear pads and a cushioned headband that prevents pressure and heat buildup during...Read more

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Sennheiser HD 560 S - Review Results - stereo.de

The Stereo.de review hails the Sennheiser HD 560 S as a "stroke of genius," awarding it 73% for sound quality and highlighting exceptional value at approximately €200. It features a masterfully balanced, neutral, and engaging sound profile with angled "E. A. R. " transducers that deliver a wide, natural soundstage and clean, linear acoustics. Conversely, the open-back design offers...Read more

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13/12/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S - Precise Over-Ear Headphones - audisseus

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, dynamic over-ear headphone that shares the audiophile DNA of the more expensive HD 660S at a lower price point of €199. Weighing just 240 grams, it features an "S-Shape-Design" plastic build with highly breathable velour ear cushions and a deeply padded headband, though it exerts a higher clamping force than previous models like the HD 599....Read more

faz.net

12/10/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones Review - FAZ

The FAZ review characterizes the Sennheiser HD 560S as an analytical, budget-friendly open-back headphone featuring a highly linear, neutral sound profile. Key advantages include precise mid-range clarity, extended sub-bass, and an expansive soundstage, complemented by a lightweight design comfortable for long sessions. Conversely, drawbacks include a fully plastic, utilitarian...Read more

computerbild.de

22/01/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S review - COMPUTER BILD

The Computer Bild review awards the Sennheiser HD 560S a good rating of 2.3, praising it as one of the best wired, open-back options in its €200 price range. Key sound advantages include excellent audio clarity, massive vocal representation, and precise, punchy bass extension. On the physical side, the headphones are noted for being highly comfortable during long listening sessions...Read more

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13/05/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S Review - Great Sound for the Money - HIFI.DE

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, over-ear HiFi headphone that offers an exceptional price-to-performance ratio by trickling down audio characteristics from the brand's more expensive models. Built on a lightweight 240-gram plastic frame from the HD500 series, it introduces a newly developed angled driver system that delivers a highly precise, transparent, and neutral...Read more

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05/11/2020

Sennheiser HD 560S review at kopfhoerer.de

The Sennheiser HD 560S is a wired, open-back over-ear headphone tailored primarily for high-quality audio consumption at home. Originally launched with a retail price of €199, this model serves as an entry point into Sennheiser's audiophile tier, drawing tuning inspiration from the premium 600-series family rather than the standard 500-series. The core advantage of this headphone is...Read more

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22/12/2021

Diapason d'Or 2020: Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an open-back, over-ear headphone designed to deliver a highly analytical and expansive audiophile experience at an affordable price point of €200. Weighing just 240 grams, its lightweight design features an ovoid shape borrowed from the HD 599 model to ensure long-lasting comfort. Technically, it features 38mm drivers boasting an extended frequency response...Read more

classica.fr

02/02/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S Review - Classica

The Sennheiser HD 560S is an affordable, open-back headphone designed primarily for home listening due to its sound-permeable metallic grille. Structurally, it swaps premium artisan materials for a lightweight plastic build weighing 240 grams, featuring elliptical ear cups with 38 mm membranes and comfortable, removable velour pads. Technically, it offers a broad frequency response...Read more

leclaireur.fnac.com

06/06/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S Review: A Great All-Round Performance

The Sennheiser HD 560S receives a top-tier 5-star rating from the Labo Fnac testing division, establishing itself as a highly accurate, open-back wired headphone choice starting at €134.90. Laboratory testing emphasizes an outstanding frequency response score of 8.8 out of 10, meaning the headphones reproduce audio frequencies with exceptional fidelity without artificial coloring or...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

13/07/2021

Sennheiser HD 560S Hi-Fi Headphones Review - Les Numériques

The Les Numériques review rates the Sennheiser HD 560S a 4 out of 5 stars, celebrating it as a new audio quality-to-price benchmark in affordable hi-fi headphones. It features an open-back design that delivers an impressively neutral and transparent sound, breaking away from the typical "Sennheiser veil" with punchy bass and a wide, immersive soundstage suitable for music, movies,...Read more

misauriculares.com

31/08/2025

Comparison: Sennheiser HD 560S and HD 550

The Sennheiser HD 550 and HD 560S are visually identical, open-back dynamic headphones that offer an almost indistinguishable tonal and timbral performance, backed up by nearly identical frequency response measurements. The primary advantages of the HD 550 include significantly better comfort due to deeper ear cups that leave more space around the ears, alongside a lighter build...Read more

misauriculares.com

31/01/2024

Sennheiser HD560S Review

The review on misauriculares.com portrays the Sennheiser HD560S as a highly capable, open-back dynamic headphone that offers exceptional tonal neutrality and timbral naturalness for its budget-friendly price. The reviewer highlights several major pros, including a lightweight, plastic-yet-solid build (weighing 280 grams), a generous ear cup depth that easily clears the ears, and...Read more

misauriculares.com

06/02/2024

Sennheiser HD560S vs HD800S Comparison

The Sennheiser HD560S offers a more balanced, natural, and warm timbre, making it highly musical across diverse genres like rock and electronic music. Key advantages include more intense, punchy bass, presence-driven vocals, and highly affordable replacement parts. Its detail retrieval is surprisingly close to its luxury counterpart, functioning with a more compact and cohesive...Read more

hifi.nl

11/01/2021

Sennheiser HD560 Review - Hifi.nl

The Sennheiser HD 560 is reviewed by HiFi.nl as an excellent, entry-level option for aspiring audiophiles seeking a rich and robust sound profile for under €200. Physically, the headphones are incredibly lightweight at 240 grams, providing optimal comfort for long listening sessions, even for users who wear glasses. However, this lightness stems from a primarily plastic construction...Read more

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