The HD- 595 is well suited for most listeners and for just about any type of music.
The
happy trio of the HD clan (the 580, 600, 650) cause a lot of audiophile ears to
be in a jolly mood. But to get the best from that triad, you’ll have to get
some sort of an amplifier. On the other hand, for some headphone fans, the HD-s
were a bit too laid back and the listening experience would kind of put you in
second or third row seating (not first) and even further back with some recordings.
But everyone has his/her listening preferences. Like with food, cars, cloths
etc. often we prefer our own taste over what others might suggest us. For some
black is beauty for others white is :).
The
Sennheiser HD 595 is a different beast in the same jungle. So like old Gun’s ‘n
Roses would put it: Welcome to the jungle. There is a place for every creature.
The
HD 595s offer some distinct differences. Listener position is moved way forward
and it gives the listener more of that jam feeling. If you thought the 600’s were
laid back, try the 595’s. The HD 580, 600, 650 have 300
ohm impedance, while HD-595 boosts 50-ohm impedance. This difference
gives quite a boost in performance without needed to use a headphone amp. Most
mp3 players, cd players, computers and other singing boxes will drive the HD
595s more than nicely. But to get the best out of them let them, we still
recommending having a nice capable amplified spruce.
Well
I’m quite used to the HD 580,600 but at present, am happy using the HD 650s.
The sound of these kind of grows on you. First thing I felt with HD 595 was
brightness. Well some listeners already found the HD’s to be a bit dark, so for
you, these might offer the right balance. I wouldn’t call them harsh, but
immediate AB switching could lead you to that conclusion. They might have a bit
more details, and some inherent warmness that gives vocals fuller and more upfront
presentation. Like with all things in audiophile hobby (or life for many ;))
try them out if you can.
The
HD 595 is an open designed headphone. It won’t block noise and sound from your
environment and some listeners got annoyed even at little bit of music source
in the room. So be careful about that. But to wear them is a privilege. Ear
cups are nicely coated in velour and their future-retro styling with the slight
touch of “chrome” circle round ear cups makes them quite a noble champ.
And
not to forget, this headphone is a little less comfortable to wear for guys
with glasses like me :). But it’s light and the overall quality is on spot.
The
HD- 595 is well suited for any kind of music and they are somehow balanced over
whole spectrum, so that no area of sound reproduction stands out too much. This
can be nice for all-round listening and might suit most of listeners.
If you need a headphone that will let you
forget about amps, matching, differences and simply listen to music at most of
conditions, you should try the HD-595.
- Matej Isak
The Verdict
