Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599
The open-back design and dynamic transducer deliver reference-grade spatial audio with a wide 12Hz–38.5kHz frequency response, and the oversized ear pads with replaceable velour cushions ensure secure, long-lasting comfort. Its 50-ohm impedance allows efficient driving from smartphones and laptops, while the flagship 500-series build offers near-audiophile quality without a premium price tag. Best for critical listeners seeking an expansive, natural soundstage for music and movies at home, rather than travel or noisy environments.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong social proof (91st percentile) 91st
Cons
- Below average comfort (2nd percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | soft replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | Aluminum |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 12 |
| Freq Max | 38500 |
| Impedance | 50 |
| Sensitivity | 108 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Codecs | SENNHEISER HD 599 Open Back Headphone, Ivory |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.99 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | TOZO HT3 | JBL Live 770NC | Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | - | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 50 | 314 | 32 | 16 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.4 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 90 | 65 | 20 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser HD 5 HD 599 | 30.1 | 14.9 | 95.7 | 43.9 | 42.7 | 2.4 | 35 | 91.4 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.3 | 84.2 | 75.9 | 94.9 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 98.9 | 83.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 91.9 | 77.5 | 97.1 | 46.3 | 71.3 | 50.1 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 87 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.1 | 96.3 | 91.4 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.3 | 77.5 | 92 | 84.2 | 91.3 | 50.1 | 99.9 | 91.4 |
| Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A Compare | 97.3 | 81.8 | 92 | 92.3 | 64.4 | 28.7 | 93.4 | 97.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Amazon.co.uk 1 offer From £139
We started tracking prices for this product on May 29, 2026. The chart appears once we have more data.
Usage Scores
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