Sennheiser HD 800 Expert Reviews

We finally got in the Sennheiser HD 800s. They aren't the most expensive headphones we've reviewed, but they're certainly some of the most hyped. We first heard these back at CES, and we've been waiting to get in a review copy ever since. So what's ...

Since the HD 800s are so expensive, it's obvious budget is going to be a factor here for most people. Chances are, though, if you're seriously considering a purchase, you've already decided your budget can take the hit. If that's the case, there isn ...

Large as they may be, Sennheiser's top-of-the-line HD800 headphones embody audio perfection.

Exceptional Sound; High Quality Construction; Extremely comfortable for long term use

Not easily portable; Ambient noise is easily audible; No 1/8" adapter for use with portable audio devices

Chances are you've spied the Sennheiser HD800 cans before. They're the German audio fanatic's hottest ever headphones, packing stunning sound quality and gorgeous looks. There's just one small issue. They cost a grand. So you have to ask whether it's ...

Unparalleled sound quality

That price tag

The greatest pair of headphones ever. It's as simple as that

A grand is a lot to spend on a pair of cans. But an audition with the HD800s might just convince you to stump up the cash...

Outstanding sound. Pristine clarity. Comfortable

Price. Lack truly astonishing realism. Slight spillage

Here is a new top-of-the-range model from one of the world's most renowned headphone manufacturers. The challenge was to create a large diaphragm, essential for powerful bass reproduction, while avoiding unwanted resonances which result in distortion. ...

THE Sennheiser HD 800 headphones are a symphony of exacting build quality, modern technology and great specifications.

Incredible sound quality, comfortable

Incredible price, require amplification

Despite the price we were very impressed with the Sennheiser HD 800 headphones. They consistently handled every bass and treble note we threw at them, and the build quality is exceptional.

Incredible sound quality, comfortable

Incredible price, require amplification

Despite the price we were very impressed with the Sennheiser HD 800 headphones. They consistently handled every bass and treble note we threw at them, and the build quality is exceptional.

sennheiser hd 800 review: If you're looking for the ultimate hi-fi experience in a pair of headphones, then the Sennheiser HD 800 should be on your audition list.

Solidly built, Great sound, Suitable to all genres of music, Need a beefy headphone amp, Price

Need a beefy headphone amp, Price

Sennheiser's HD800 has some serious magic going on behind the stainless steel

Sound is simply superb in every way, Beautifully balanced across the range, Incredibly detailed, Comfort is excellent, even over extended listening sessions

Undeniably expensive, Can lead to your loudspeakers feeling neglected

Even the headband has been designed against resonance, using both metal and plastics, well-padded, of course, for comfort. The ear cups are also luxuriously padded and every part of the HD800 is designed to resist resonance and rattling