Massdrop Sennheiser HD58X - Official Thread. A lot of people love that neutrality. NewFantasia HiFi Cable with 4.4mm Male Balanced Compatible with Sennheiser HD650, HD600, HD580, HD660S, HD58X, Massdrop HD6XX Headphone and Compatible Sony WM1A, NW-WM1Z, PHA-2A 3.8 out of 5 stars 15 $49.00 $ 49 . thumb_up Avi.S, bradr, and 5 others. Created with Sketch. In appearance it is closer to the original HD580 Jubilee (1995) which had a metal grille and carbon fibre look rather than the original HD580 (1993) which had a plastic grille and grey headband. headphonesMassdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubileereview. In the same way that a dedicated pocket knife cuts better than a Swiss Army Knife, the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee are better for listening to music than other headphones that have a bunch of fancy features. The company allows groups of people to purchase an item in bulk, thus dropping the cost for each individual person. pwjazz. I’ve had the Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee for about a month now and have listened to them for a total time of at least 40 hours and have burned them continuously for 30 hours. Quick on the draw and has a noticeably faster decay than the HD6xx in the midrange. If you enjoy a pure and forward midrange, this is a great option for you. I personally like a more wool-like appeal with a soft impact from top to bottom though. To my ear, I think the Jubilee is the superior sounding headphone over the HD6xx in raw fidelity across the board, despite being a whole $50usd cheaper. For everyday use at my desk, I was never worried. Strong 6-foot cable. I know I will be. This headphone is actually a collaboration between Massdrop and Sennheiser to actually bring back the old HD 580 which had started it all and this headphone has been tuned by Axel Grell himself! Sennheiser HD58X Jubilee (Massdrop) This headphone is an homage to Axel Grell‘s first headphone, the HD580 Precision. That isn’t a bad thing. We thank Massdrop for this opportunity. Joined: Aug 3, 2016 Likes Received: 2,300 I mainly listen to chill electronic music, a lot of vocals, don't really need a huge bass but a decent one wouldn't hurt (I heard those three on the down side on this part, I … My ultimate goal in this life is to experience as many Hifi rigs as possible...because I am an audio addict. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee is a reinterpretation of the original Sennheiser HD580 and is priced at a very competitive $149.99. They are a collaboration between Sennheiser and Massdrop and can only be purchased on the Drop website. Slide here to add your score on the gear! These headphones are based on the original HD 580 design, which eventually led to classic Sennheiser headphones like the HD 600 and HD 650. Sennheiser X Massdrop HD58X. It hardly, if at all, scales up with expensive gear so this is the best stepping stone open back and over-ear headphone on the market at the moment. purr1n, Dec 20, 2017 #16. slankoe, ultrabike, Dino and 1 other person like this. We thank Massdrop for this opportunity. Massdrop x Sennheiser. To my ear, it is overly dry and unappealing. The treble feels identical when using my Shanling M5s DAP by itself and then using the same DAP as a source through my Heron 5. Neutral sound: HD600 > HD660S > HD58X > HD650 That should help quickly pick which one is best for you. However, the biggest weakness lay in the Classical and wider feeling recordings, which don’t mesh with a very forward midrange headphone. If you’re looking to plug into any kind of higher end equipment, you’ll need to use the included adapter. NewFantasia Replacement Audio Upgrade Cable Compatible with Sennheiser HD650, HD600, HD580, HD660S, HD58X, HD565, HD545, HD535, HD525, HD265, Massdrop HD6XX Headphones 1.5meters/4.9feet 5.0 out of 5 stars 6 December 9, 2019, 6:31pm #1. Whether you need an amp or not depends on your source device—but in this case it’s safe to say one wouldn’t hurt. While vocals had sufficient detail it wasn’t as emphasized as I would have liked and Rihanna’s vocals in the song Consideration didn’t have the same effect I’m used to. These headphones weren’t made to go places. HIFIMAN HE400i 2020 Version Full-Size Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Professional Headphones with E… The HD58x Jubilee has very low to end of moderate levels of bass quantity and doesn’t respond very well to bass boosting. Normally we post our videos on mondays but...With only few hours left until the Massdrop of HD58X ends, we decided to release this unboxing video early search. Amazon.com: NewFantasia Audio Upgrade Cable Compatible with Sennheiser HD650, HD600, HD580, HD660S, HD58X, HD565, Massdrop HD6XX Headphone Silver Plated Wire with 3.5mm 1/8" Male & 6.3mm 1/4" Adapter 1.9m/6ft: Industrial & Scientific If your ears are like mine and always pick up on the heftiness and sparkle factor overall, then you should drop the extra money on the HD6xx. The HD58x is more pure feeling, but thinner and harsher on physical strike impact level. Not to sound cheesy, but they feel solid, comfortably reminding you that you’re wearing them. The issues were minor, and given Massdrop's price, easily forgiveable. HD 6XX and HD58X Jubilee is current on Massdrop and I considered buying one of the three (HD598 also). Thanks for your help. The set creaks a little too much for comfort, but that was again an issue on my Massdrop HD6xx that stopped almost entirely after a few hundred hours of usage. That’s fine though because, as I said, you’re most likely just going to be using these at your desk anyway. However, the HD6xx/650 have a thicker appeal in tonality, which makes them sound heftier, more weighted. Thanks for your efforts. Ears validate the measurements, not the other way. I don’t think it’s an exaggeration to say that it almost perfectly bridges the gap between what audiophiles would enjoy and what the common person would enjoy. That damned HD650 veil is still there and it is bested, again, objectively, by the HD58x on the low end. UPDATE: The original HD58X never shipped. more_vert. A few weeks ago, I got my ears around the Massdrop HD58x Jubilee and have been in a conundrum of my own ever since. Both are softer than usual on kick factor, they are a bit boosted and thick feeling in tone presentation and both have a nice sparkle to the treble. It lacks engaging texture but has plentiful clarity. It ends up sounding somewhere between my modded HD650 and the stock HD58X, which is pretty much perfect for my taste. Both amazing open back headphones - which one is best for gaming? The HD58x houses a superior imaging system inside of the sound void with regard to stage forward realism. Sign Up Log In. Learn how your comment data is processed. westermac Friend Friend. Airiness is also less than stellar but again, for this new $149.99 price? I started my audio journey back in 96' and haven't looked back. HD58X or HD6XX?? They don’t disappear on your head like something like the Bose QC35 do, but I enjoy that about them. It feels more authoritative and snappy. The HD6xx is wider by a significant margin, but the HD58x has better depth of field and realism in stage forwardness. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee have that signature large, oval, open-back earcup. Bass response Editor’s note: this review was updated on May 31, 2019 to correct terminology and information regarding availability. For $149.99, you cannot go wrong. It is far easier to listen to for extended periods of time than the HD58x. It is not very colored and also feels less dense than the HD6xx. That said, you will notice them. 1.1K. I think it's more resolving sound signature and extra base make it a much better entry into headphones than the currently-$200-SHPs, and I think this is a straight up step above the HD559 and 579 (haven't heard the 598/599 so can't comment on those). If you are using a lower end system, my HD58x Jubilee sounds subjectively a little cleaner than the HD6xx. It doesn’t have the best headphone amp in the world: it just has to provide enough power. These are not comfortable when you first buy them or use them new. The first thing I … The Heron 5 is also wider than tall and not extremely forward. So, when referencing the HD58x with this amplifier, the experience feels wildly different in a physical sense. With the HD580x, you get a sense of height that is noticeably more prominent than the width factor, which hurts separation of instruments and makes it more of a vocalist’s ideal headphone and not one suited for wide sounding recordings. You can really hear how tightly controlled the bass is about 1:34 into the song Moon River by Frank Ocean where the heavy bass notes are plucked ever so slightly softer as they step downwards, reflecting nicely in the headphones. The same test with the HD6xx yields a superior sound quality everywhere when paired with a great amplifier. Don’t get me wrong, if you’re leaving these on your desk you won’t have any issues, but I’d be nervous about chucking them in a backpack. On lower end gear, the gap between quality overall in bass between these two is not significant at all and sometimes feels too close to call which is objectively cleaner. In the way of raw fidelity, the HD6xx scales so much with superior gear that it makes it the better overall value for audiophiles. Created with Sketch. The new headphones, the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD58X Jubilee, offer a open-back design and a great sound performance at $ 150, a … Sennheiser has once again collaborated with Massdrop to create the amazing and affordable HD58X Jubilee. The low end is given a very slight bump that makes the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee very pleasing to listen to. 4 Spare Parts available Choose Spare Part Spare Parts Adapter jack 6.3 gold-plated $ 3.62 Adapter jack 6.3 gold-plated. This was a real treat to finally have something of a direct competitor with me at the same time as the famed HD650 remade into the Massdrop HD6xx. In fact, for the price, maybe two or three other headphones exist on the market that are just as nice or can be with sufficient amplifier and DAC quality. Massdrop x Sennheiser HD58X Open Back Headphones. Launched after a a big collaboration between Massdrop and Sennheiser International to deliver a superb version of the HD58X Jubilee. The Sennheiser HD 58X is no exception with large oval-shaped ear cups and plush velour padding. The HD6xx is just more relaxed sounding and less dynamically interesting than the HD58x. We needed a real upgrade here with the drivers set in a similar frame that was made of something better than plastic. It is significantly more forward, objectively, on the HD58x. Massdrop I also compared the HD58X with a pair of Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 over-the-ear headphones ($300). Comfortable It was the same with the HD650, my HD600, my HD580 and even my older favorite the HD485. This becomes extremely apparent on my Heron 5 Solid State from Airist Audio and when I compare these two headphones directly. It is forward in the mids and has a good bass response. For $150, these are hard to beat if you want a dedicated pair of listening headphones for your desk or listening station. The Heron 5 is warm and perfectly meshes with the HD6xx. Your email address will not be published. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee headphones don’t disappoint: sound quality is exactly as I’d expect from a pair of open-back cans by a company like Sennheiser. For example, while plugged into my Pixel 3 (with that stupid dongle) I was able to listen to music perfectly fine, but only when I maxed out the volume on my Pixel. This lends a very nice experience with Jazz singers and Rock overall. ⅛ in (3.5 mm) gold-plated stereo jack plug, Weight without cable: Approx. That’s emphasized even further by the all-plastic build. Then there’s the cable itself, which is a detachable oxygen-free cable (OFC). Like a good logo, Sennheiser headphones have a look to them that lets you know you’re holding a pair of its headphones. Thankfully, they come with an adapter in the box, too. These are large, open-back headphones that I had no problem wearing for hours. But you NEED that for the HD6xx. I also enjoy bass boost and more of a sense of control and depth. Article No. The bad news is that because the cable terminations aren’t a common standard, you’ll need to purchase a replacement if it breaks as you can’t just grab any old audio cable you have lying around. The HD580/HD600/HD660s and variants are all forward in the midrange by comparison to the relaxed positioning of the HD6xx and HD650. The recent sale of my DT 1990 left a hole in my lineup for a dynamic driver circumaural headphone. Today, Massdrop is announcing still another major headphone collaboration, the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee, a new member of the legendary family of headphones that includes the Sennheiser HD 580, HD 580 Jubilee, HD 600, HD 650, and HD 660 S. We review and discuss the new Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee, comparing it to its siblings. In that case, the lightweight plastic combined with the plush padding makes for a truly comfortable pair of headphones. If you want someone you care about to get into better audio, this is what you should be gifting them. The latter is very soft, so lower listening levels mutes the top end a bit too much, whereas the HD58x still retains good treble quantity at lower listening volumes. They sound fairly similar to the classic HD 650 headphones but were more than half the price for people who purchased from Massdrop. Created with Sketch. Most notably, the HD58X oozes nostalgia, with a cosmetic akin to the limited edition HD580 Jubilee from 1995. However, that changes when I use an expensive amplifier and DAC, where the HD6xx moves out ahead in quality. That said, the high end had plenty of that airy reverb and decay from cymbals and hi-hats that I like, and it was only helped by the open-back nature of these headphones. Self Proclaimed Musicality Guru, Photographer, Audiophile and part time Ninja. The HD58x is a bit dry in tonality and lacks sparkle in the treble and a thick, broad sense of bass response of the HD650/HD6xx. With that in mind, it also sounds dynamically more engaging than the HD6xx, more interesting, more detailed sometimes and also better suited for vocalist tracks. SOULSIK. Fast. The HD58x is the better value for casual listeners who don’t have an expensive rig. This makes the new headphone easier to drive from sources like your mobile phone or digital audio player. Created with Sketch. In terms of literal fidelity and purity, the HD58x Jubilee fairs extremely well. The entire construction is made of plastic and along with stiff cushion pads, the old HD series discomfort issues play a role in my life yet again. Fortunately, the cable is pretty sturdy and I don’t see you having any issues unless you have a pretty spectacular accident. I was able to listen to these for a full day during testing (that’s roughly six or seven hours straight) without issue. Would all Sennheiser HD 600 also fit the Massdrop HD 58X? Going to kick my experiences into the pot here: I think the 58X is the best deal in headphones currently. An all plastic housing and headphone headband is not something I want to see. I want to see some metal and better materials used, even if it is a remake, they should have remade it with better construction. That same effect, however, made strings and guitars in less pop-y music come through loud and clear. The HD650/600/580 were just good at imaging overall, depending on your needs and desires, purchase accordingly. We don’t need a step back to the 90s and early 2000’s when plastic was okay. Overall, the mids were solid but not amazing. Usually, headphones in this price (sub $200USD) tend to sound painful, wince-worthy and gack ugly up top. However, the one factor I dislike about the HD6xx is that recessive quality the midrange pushes. What I mean is: if you gave these to an audiophile, they’ll like the bass response. One quality I did notice was that the HD58x Jubilee at 150ohm fairs much better at low listening levels than the HD6xx at 300ohm, which obviously requires more power to get a nicer experience from. Safe to say it depends what you’re going to be listening to. This HD58x Jubilee has very little sparkle factor. Now, these are open-back headphones, so a metal grill protects the drivers on the outside of the ear cups. 9.2 oz (260 g), Frequency response: 12–38,500 Hz (-10 dB), Sound pressure level: 104 dB at 1V, 1 kHz. Price: $299 / *Check with our team or your local store for availability. The HD58x Jubilee is probably the best overall open back option in this price bracket, no doubt about it. This headphone is actually a collaboration between Massdrop and Sennheiser to actually bring back the old HD 580 which had started it all and this headphone has been tuned by Axel Grell himself! On an objective level, the headphone that has superior audio fidelity and quality, for the most part on the low end, is the HD58x Jubilee by a narrow margin. These are the result of a partnership with the website Massdrop. Going back to basics, Sennheiser updated the internals with modern parts but stayed true to the original design. In this case, it’s Sennheiser with a pair of open-back headphones dubbed the HD 58X Jubilee. Follow . The only bits of metal are the grill and adjustable headband. We guarantee that all of our stock is 100% genuine, Australian sourced stock, with full local warranty. Quality, again, depends on the rig and amp to scale up. I’ve been on EQ kick lately but also crave something that I can just plug in anywhere and have it sound good without DSP. This obviously isn’t ideal and means that my Pixel 3, in particular, isn’t the best device to drive the Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee with. 2. remove_red_eye. You can also adjust the ear cups slightly as they tilt back and forth to fit the head of the wearer, but don’t expect to toss these in your bag on your next trip. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X are a high resolution headphone with a frequency response range of 12 – 38500 Hz. They are very similar to other Sennheiser models like the Sennheiser HD 600 and the Sennheiser HD 650.They are comfortable headphones that should be used for critical listening and won’t be versatile … The HD58x Jubilee is one of the best ‘price to performance’ headphones in the HiFi world to date. These are without a doubt a pair of headphones I can easily get behind. The lightweight build, classic open-back Sennheiser design, and sound quality more than makes up for all of the nitpicks I have with these. The HD65x is wooly and much, much softer in dynamic kick and impact. I feel like the HD58x houses a smidgen more bass quantity than the HD6xx/HD650. Thankfully, it isn’t at all painful bright or sharp! I want the entire headphone overhauled and upgraded. The HD6xx sounds polite, hyper smooth and of a more dense tonality in terms of physical weight carried. Sadly, the HD58x lacks a good sense of width and feels rather closed in. So, how do they hold up? Oh goodness, it changes a lot in value because the original version cost a lot more than this, and this is just a step behind the HD660s, in my opinion. ANNOUNCING THE SENNHEISER X MASSDROP HD 58X JUBILEE New exclusive headphone pays homage to a classic The HD 58X Jubilee contains design elements of the original Sennheiser HD 580 Jubilee, while incorporating a brand-new transducer and 150-ohm drivers — which require less amplification than previous driver platforms. This revision 2 corrects minor issues with the original pre-production HD58X such as the lack of bass extension and a small peak at 5.5kHz. If you have a very nice middle tier or lower end or Summit level amplifier and DAC already, then the HD6xx churns itself into a more clean and clear feeling experience. The value and price to performance on this headphone are beyond absurdly great. Massdrop continues to re-release great sets that we all in this hobby know to be excellent products. There is a trick of the ear happening though, at least, in my opinion. These come with a standard 3.5mm connector for plugging into your devices, though you might need a ¼” adapter if you plan on using these with any kind of external gear. For $150USD, I don’t expect much in the way of presentation anyway. Aug 11, 2018 1196 VIEWS. Upon first use on my head, the clamping pressure is too much for me to handle. If you are a basshead, grab a set of JVC SZ2000’s, haha! Basically the 6xx is warmer/smoother and more … The Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee are great sounding open-back headphones. I feel the HD58x and the HD660s are blood brothers that share almost the same sound traits overall. Official Headphone Model Discussion. The Sennheiser HD58X has been getting a ton of hype recently. In the spirit of the HD 580, with current technology and optimizations learned throughout the series’ rich history, we’re excited to release the newest evolution: the Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee headphones don’t disappoint: sound quality is exactly as I’d HD58X also has a 150-Ohm impedance, so less ideal for OTL tube amps than all the Sennheisers mentioned here. It is quite standard, just a cardboard box, some paperwork, and a ¼ adapter are included along with a short, portable length detachable cable for the HD58x. The HD58x has even deeper bass than HD6xx and it is its strong relative advantage compared to the HD6xx. It takes some time for the pads to soften up and the headband to stop clamping. To learn more about Massdrop product reviews on Headfonics you can click here. The cushions under the headband are angled and super comfortable. Not much to write home about with the Massdrop box presentations. Of note, these also have a 150ohm impedance instead of the 300ohm on the HD 650, which as I said, makes it easier to use portable devices. The HD660s and this HD58x are the closest to sharing a similar presentation. It features the all too familiar Sennheiser 600 -series chassis, with a visual design that pays homage to Sennheiser’s original HD 580 Jubilee. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I am really not okay with a rehash or only a driver update. The only problem is that you’ll need to keep an eye out for when they next become available. The HD58x is good for some tracks, the HD6xx is good for the rest. They don’t have hinges for folding and the ear cups don’t rotate either, but this is one of those rare instances where that’s okay. Priced at $150 USD exclusively on Massdrop, the HD58X is housed in a frame that is aesthetically aligned with the prestigious HD600/HD650 family. By that, I mean the HD58x sounds a well into the neutral tier and is dry overall. Sign me up for testing, of course! That means the upper end is, again, in the neutral tier. It needs usage. So, if you liked the HD660s and need or want to save some cash, the HD58x Jubilee would provide a better price to performance ratio for you. The HD58X is the result of a collaboration between DROP (formerly Massdrop) and Sennheiser. And for that reason, I think sometimes my ear is tricked into thinking there is more quantity occurring than in the HD58x. SOULSIK. I have owned every Sennheiser model in the HD over ears series and enjoyed pretty much all of them, save for a few. I transplanted my old compressed HD580 pads onto my HD58X and was surprised how much of a difference it made. Sometimes though, Massdrop goes a bit further and partners with a large company to make a more affordable version of whatever it is that particular company makes. So if you don’t have a great amp, the HD58x is probably the better choice for you. With human hearing typically falling between 20 – … plugable. Disclaimer: The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee was sent to us a sample in exchange for our honest opinion and does not have to be returned. en-US.sennheiser.com; ... HD 58X MASSDROP. The HD 58X Jubilee uses Sennheiser’s new 150-ohm drivers, which require less amplification than previous driver platforms while retaining the same magnet strength and driver size. Luckily, you won’t need to invest in anything too expensive or uncommon, and I was able to power these adequately even with something as simple as a Scarlett 2i2 interface. The lightweight build, classic open-back Sennheiser design, and sound quality more than makes up for all of the nitpicks I have with these. Side by side with my older AKG Tiesto K267, which has lovely sparkle, probably the best sparkle treble in a mid-tier headphone, the HD58x sounds and feels bone dry in a desert on the hottest day on record. But, it is hyper boring and refuses to change and scale up with better sources. But, there doesn't seem to be many replacement ear pads listed as designed for it. Compared to the bass notes, I wasn’t as impressed with the notes in the mids. If you gave them to them a general consumer, they’ll probably also enjoy the bass response. You lose a tiny bit of bass extension and gain a more coherent FR with slightly smoother treble. The six foot audio cable has an OFC cable with a 3.5mm on one end and the usual Sennheiser connector on the other. If you are someone who likes a thicker heft to the entire sound signature, then this is not for you. However, again, the HD6xx is the scaling champion in the mid-tier world. 508501. If you’re into gorgeous open-back headphones and affordable prices, you should try getting acquainted with Massdrop. Massdrop x Sennheiser HD58X Jubilee Harmonic Distortions . Disclaimer: The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee was sent to us a sample in exchange for our honest opinion and does not have to be returned. Massdrop took your money and improved the product while you weren't not looking before delivering. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD58X Jubilee. Massdrop’s HD58x Jubilee sounds great up there in quality and never gives off a gross vibe to me. The treble also feels cleaner and there is no “veil” that is present in the HD650/HD6xx. It is well into the neutral tier in tonality and at 150 ohms you can still drive it well on solid portable music players without the need for an amplifier. It feels purer. The HD series was never really known for exceptional staging outside of the HD800. I find however than the HD6xx is more natural, warmer, more romantic and I prefer the mids of the HD6xx over the hd58x. I have the Massdrop HD 58X Jubilee and it has spring a new life into my music collection. Time is your friend, let it breathe and stretch on some books or a headphone stand that is wide. 1487. Well, sometimes the measurements keep us honest. Overall sound quality 00 COPYRIGHT © 2020 SoundGuys, All Rights Reserved. The HD58x Jubilee is not what I would call a polite sounding headphone. 1487. For the price, I think my older DT880 from Beyerdynamic is the best competition for sound type, along with the HD660s, to compare to the HD58x Jubilee’s midrange purity and tonality factor. The same will happen with this HD58x. The Massdrop x Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee is a reinterpretation of the original Sennheiser HD580 and is priced at a very competitive $149.99. 7. So i just tried the HD58X with my Audio-GD NFB-11.28 DAC/amp and Darkvoice 336SE OTL tube head amp (using the NFB-11.28 DAC function for the 336SE). That won’t be the case if you have something like the LG V30/V40 with the built-in amp, but I don’t.
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