SENNHEISER ANNOUNCES HD 660 S HEADPHONES
Head-Fi enthusiasts were getting excited with the speculation this week of two new previously unconfirmed headphone releases.
The first of the two releases, StereoNET has confirmed Sennheiser has launched a new open-back dynamic headphone that builds on the legacy of the HD 650.
Sennheiser says its new HD 660 S delivers even better sound, comfort, and versatility, and features a new and improved transducer design that delivers lower harmonic distortion. It also features a lower impedance of 150 Ohms.
The drivers look very similar to those used on the HD 700, although early listening impressions suggest the sound is similar to the HD 650 but with more pronounced sub bass.
Axel Grell, who looks after 'Audiophile' products for Sennheiser told StereoNET:
The HD 660 S reflects and enriches today’s increasingly multifaceted audiophile experience. It frees listeners to enjoy music to the fullest – whether digital or analog, on a mobile device or on a home HiFi system,
Thanks to a specially manufactured precision stainless steel fabric which is adapted to the contour of the diaphragm, control of diaphragm movements are improved.
Sennheiser carefully select and match the diaphragms by hand to ensure consistently narrow (± 1 dB) tolerances.
Together, these refinements achieve the authentic, lifelike sound of the HD 660 S – with crisp bass, excellent mid frequency response and a gentle, pleasantly natural treble.
The new HD 660 S boasts a matt black and anthracite design while their robust but lightweight construction should allow for hours of comfort.
They feature elliptical ear cups to follow the anatomy of the ear and utilise thick padding on the headband. Unlike many other brands, Sennheiser also offers replaceable ear cushion ensuring your investment will last for many years.
The lower impedance will lend itself to digital audio players and smartphones and are supplied with detachable cables, with either a 6.35mm stereo plug or balanced 4.4mm Pentaconn stereo plug. A 6.35mm to 3.5mm adaptor is also included.
The Sennheiser HD 660 S will be available mid-November and will sell for $799.95 locally.
For more information visit Sennheiser.
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StereoNET’s Founder and Publisher was born in England and raised on British Hi-Fi before moving to Australia. He developed an early love of music and playing bass guitar before discovering the studio and the other side of the mixing desk. After writing for print magazines, Marc saw the future in digital publishing and founded the first version of StereoNET in 1999.
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