Do I need an amplifier for the HD 599?

No. It is easy to drive and reaches good volume from a phone, laptop or desktop jack. A dedicated amp or DAC can add headroom but is not required.

Can I use the HD 599 on a commute or in an office?

Not well. The open back lets sound out and noise in, so it suits a quiet room at home more than travel or shared spaces.

Does it have a microphone?

No. There is no inline mic or controls, so calls need a separate microphone.

Can the cable and earpads be replaced?

Yes. The cable detaches, and the earpads can be swapped, which helps the headphone last.

How does it compare with closed-back headphones?

It trades isolation and heavy bass for a wider, more open sound. Closed models block noise better and hit harder in the low end.

Where is the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone cheapest?

At Walmart, for $239.95, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone?

Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 ratings.

Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone

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Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone

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Last seen at $239.95 at Walmart on Nov 11.

Our take on the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone

The Sennheiser HD 599 is an open-back, over-ear headphone built for listening at home. Its open grilles let air move freely, which gives a wide, natural sense of space and keeps your ears cooler than a closed design. The velcro-replaceable earpads and detachable cable make it easy to keep running for years. Against closed rivals it leaks sound both ways, so it is a poor fit for noisy rooms or commuting. Owners rate it highly for comfort and an easy, balanced sound.

Best forHome listening and desk setupsLong sessions where comfort mattersBuyers who want an open, spacious soundstagePeople who like replaceable parts

Pros

Open-back design gives a wide, natural soundstage
Very comfortable over long listening sessions
Detachable cable and replaceable earpads
Easy to drive from a phone or laptop
Light for an over-ear headphone

Cons

Leaks sound in and out; not for noisy places or shared rooms
Bass is modest compared with closed-back rivals
No inline mic or controls for calls
Needs a quiet room to sound its best

Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone prices at every store

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$239.95Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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What reviewers say

4.5 / 517 ratings

Owners rate the HD 599 highly, praising comfort and an open, easy sound. The main complaints are sound leakage and lighter bass than closed-back models.

What people mention

ComfortPraisedOwners say the large pads and light clamp make long sessions easy.
SoundstagePraisedListeners describe an open, spacious presentation that spreads instruments out.
Sound leakageCriticisedPeople nearby hear the music, and outside noise gets in.
BassMixedSome find the low end natural; others want more punch.
BuildPraisedOwners like the detachable cable and replaceable earpads.

About the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone

The Sennheiser HD 599 is an open-back, over-ear headphone. It uses Sennheiser's proprietary transducer technology.

It delivers natural spatial sound performance.

Type: Open-back, over-ear headphones
Color: Off-White
Dimensions: 8.1" x 3.95" x 10.25"

Specifications

color: Off-WhiteSource
size: 8.1" x 3.95" x 10.25"Source

Questions and answers

Do I need an amplifier for the HD 599?: No. It is easy to drive and reaches good volume from a phone, laptop or desktop jack. A dedicated amp or DAC can add headroom but is not required.
Can I use the HD 599 on a commute or in an office?: Not well. The open back lets sound out and noise in, so it suits a quiet room at home more than travel or shared spaces.
Does it have a microphone?: No. There is no inline mic or controls, so calls need a separate microphone.
Can the cable and earpads be replaced?: Yes. The cable detaches, and the earpads can be swapped, which helps the headphone last.
How does it compare with closed-back headphones?: It trades isolation and heavy bass for a wider, more open sound. Closed models block noise better and hit harder in the low end.
Where is the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone cheapest?: At Walmart, for $239.95, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Sennheiser HD 599 Open Back Headphone?: Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 17 ratings.