Sennheiser Consumer Audio HD 569 Closed Back Headphone,Black

Let me start by saying I’m not an audiophile or an audio expert of any sort. This is the first time I’ve really splurged on audio equipment at all. In fact, it’s 3 times the price of my previous headphone purchase, and even 50 bucks more than I spent on my speakers for my gaming PC.So was it worth it? In short, YES. Yes it very much was!The audio quality is in extreme excess, FAR better than anything else I own to the point that comparing them directly just feels unfair. I have MP3s that I’ve had on my phone and hard drive for almost 20 years, and I listen to them with these headphones and realize I’ve been missing details of my absolute favorite music for all this time.The noise cancelling is almost too good too. When I’m listening to music with these, the rest of the world is shut off to me. Much to my roommate’s annoyance often times. However the noise cancelling does seem to be tied to being listening to something actively. When the audio is paused, the noise cancelling is a lot less effective. Maybe that’s normal, maybe not, like I said, I am a total amateur. But I love the way it works. If I want to tune everything else out, these absolutely work fantastically!Finally, I did choose these because I wanted closed backs that don’t bleed much audio, so I can listen to whatever I wish without concern about bothering those around me – and because I like my privacy. These work well for that too.And lastly, I think they are immensely comfortable. Certainly better than any cheaper pairs I’ve owned. The padded headband is nice, and the headphones themselves are adjustable enough that they fit over my ears and I can wear the headset for hours at a time without complaint. Even with my glasses on, and the headphones pressing my frames on my head.These do feel like a luxury item. I wouldn’t say anyone really needs these. But I would say that they feel like a luxury item, considerably nicer than more average purchases in the same area.Honestly, I’m ruined for cheaper headphones now. Going back to my old no-name pair any time that I have – just feels so glaringly inferior now – despite having used them for years without issue. The audio, comfort and noise cancelling are just THAT much nicer.

Note that these are simply the brief ramblings of someone who appreciates good sound but is by no means anything remotely close to a high-end audiophile. Also, it’s late at night so the review’s structure isn’t good, but know that it’s hella honest.The painful search is over. Whenever I bought headphones there was always that one bad downside, “They hurt my head,” “they’re too small for my ears,” “they’re too loose,” “the highs are too shiny,” etc. But not with these, nope. Look, when it comes to comfort, I’m a whinny little baby, anything can give me headaches and/or irritate my ears, but not these ones. The HD569 has just the right weight, just the right size (they fully and comfortably surround my ears without clinging to them as the M50x did), and huge amounts of cushioning, I can wear them for hours and hours and hours and all’s good. Falling asleep with them on isn’t hard at all (I try not to do it though, then I can’t turn on my side comfortably). And the sound? Most headphones’ highs will make me tired and hurt my ears at high volumes, but these I can fully blast with no discomfort or hearing fatigue. They’re truly wonderful, miraculous even.Solid, good sound, unequaled comfort, great isolation, PERFECT clamping force, what else can one ask for? The only downside is they don’t fold or sit flat, you get what you see in the picture, but really, I don’t mind that because they’re great at everything else and wouldn’t change them for any pair of its price range.Oh, yes, another tiny complaint, the cable kinda sucks, it’s janky and can get easily stuck on stuff, so beware that. Not that big a deal for me, but I can see how this could bother others.

These are great daily driver headphones at this price point. The noise canceling is solid and sound is very clear and crisp. Having a removable cable adds to the longevity since they tend to be the first things to break or give out. The ear pads could stand to be a bit thicker to keep the drivers from rubbing your ears. And if the head pad was removable that would be a nice feature as well.

Great fit! Faithful sound reproduction. All around great purchase.

I don’t write reviews but between the $100 price tag and amazing quality, I felt like I should.These headphones are amazing. I’m hearing songs I’ve heard 100 times for the 1st time on these bad boys.Highly recommend.