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TiffanLeeway t1_j5xjrnj wrote

Reply to comment by SoupFlavouredTea in HD600 = absolute Endgame by xGuacamolly

Personally I'd say the HD560s is a bit less neutral sounding than the HD600 because of its elevated treble and slightly distant sounding mids, although the bass and mid-bass balance is great and better than the HD600. I found that the presence boost and natural soundstage of the HD560s gives some instruments a boosted spatial sound to them, which you may or may not enjoy.

The HD600 in comparison is more forward and detailed sounding in the mids, with balanced treble that isn't hyped. It does lack sub bass and has a very slight mid-bass boost. All of which makes it sound a bit more closed in and analytical as a result. I use mine every day but the reason I like them is because they're a reliable boring workhorse as opposed to a fun or exciting sounding headphone.

Another headphone I'd recommend that is somewhere between a HD560s and HD600 is the AKG K612, which I think is AKG's best headphone by far.

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ibizzet t1_j5xwt9w wrote

Great review. Can I bother you for a recommendation? I like electronic music and am in the market for a "fun" or "exciting" headphone that has excellent sub-bass (20hz-120hz). What would you recommend?

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FrankieWilde11 t1_j5y74ez wrote

not sure how fun it is for others, but i love my Neumann NDH-30.

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xtel9 t1_j5z36pf wrote

Really really nice set of headphones pleasure to listen to even in critical situationss

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xtel9 t1_j5z1rnz wrote

HIgh End Sony Maybe even thier Professional Series - Look MDR Z702

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xtel9 t1_j5z34jj wrote

HIgh End Sony Maybe even thier Professional Series - Look at MDR Z7M2

Specially designed drivers

How else do these headphones produce sound so accurately and powerfully? For one, the dynamic drivers are huge — 70mm to be exact. And new to this second-generation model: strong, aluminum-coated diaphragms that can move fluidly.

Sony also included a supersized neodymium magnet that doubles the circumference of the magnet used in the original MDR-Z27. That means the large, ultralight diaphragms start and stop quickly to reproduce mids and vocals with even greater precision and detail.

Rather than use a traditional grille, Sony opted for a Fibonacci pattern that helps keep air flowing in a specific way that lowers resonance.

It also helps produce smoother highs without harsh peaks.

Large vents on the bottom of both ear cups help accentuate the bass.

To be honest for the price of some of the best headphones I’ve ever heard I would be hard-pressed to choose the venerable HD 600 over them.

and just as a general guidance, these aren’t like talking about Sony XM fives or something this is like they’re very high-end, audiophile grade level headphone line

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Lane4Imaging t1_j617pxq wrote

I own both and appreciate them both. HD600 for classical, opera and jazz. Sony for everything else!

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xtel9 t1_j627oa0 wrote

I’m inclined to say I have similar preferences for headphones as you it would seem

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xtel9 t1_j5yy8wu wrote

That’s interesting I’d be curious to hear your thoughts on the differences between the AKG k612 and the AKG 701

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8day t1_j5zrlhf wrote

Do you think HD600 are that much noticeably better than HD660/HD6XX? I'd like to buy either one of them, but not sure if HD600/HD660 are worth x2 the price of HD6XX. On the other hand I have HD215 and been using them almost every day for 15 years (built better than a tank), so I think that even if I consider HD600 to be expensive, they may be worth the investment.

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Kevin0o0 t1_j609miz wrote

I bought the 6xx first but evenutally sold them for the 600 since I liked that the 600 had more treble/less midbass.

To me even though the 6xx sounds great I thought it was a little too relaxing and I wanted something a bit more exciting and the 600 did that for me. It is a minor change though so if you dont like the 6xx you wont like the 600 imo.

If you want the 600 I would encourage buying used since I agree its good amount more expensive than the 6xx. Either are worth the money since they will last forever.

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xGuacamolly OP t1_j60vqem wrote

I had the 6XX for a very long time but as soon as i tried the 600, it was a no brainer. 600 wins for me even if It's twice the price. If it sounds better then i prefer to pay the extra $$ and be happy. I'd always put back the 650 on the stand after 2-3 songs but with the 600 i can keep it for hours.

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