DROP + Sennheiser HD 8XX Flagship Over-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones – 300 Ohm, Ring Radiator Drivers, Detachable Cables, Open-Back Wired Design, Midnight Blue

Price: $1,100.00
(as of Apr 21,2023 20:27:59 UTC – Details)

Product Description

A NEW DROP + SENNHEISER FLAGSHIP

The HD 8XX is based on the HD 800S; a flagship audiophile headphone produced by our partners at Sennheiser. Like the HD 800S, the HD 8XX is made in Germany at Sennheiser’s HQ factory. Based on community requests, we worked with Sennheiser to tune the housing resonance to add low end extension, while we adjusted the driver damping to create midrange balance and reveal treble detail. Introducing the Drop + Sennheiser HD 8XX: class-leading headphones with a revised tuning, signature Drop color accents, and unrivaled performance.

NEW TUNING WITH AN EXCLUSIVE COLORWAY

Introduced with the 800 Series, Sennheiser’s ring-radiator drivers are a groundbreaking innovation in headphone performance. Unlike the traditional dynamic driver, which moves a conical dome to create sound, the ring-radiator driver uses a ring diaphragm attached at its inner and outer surfaces. This dramatically increases stability, radiates sound uniformly, and eliminates cone breakup. With these drivers, the HD 800 was an undeniable step forward—but many audiophiles felt that it had too much treble and not enough low-end response. Sennheiser responded with the re-tuned HD 800S, and using that as a base, we worked with Sennheiser to further balance the midrange and extend the bass response. With a new resonator system and driver materials, The HD 8XX has a balanced upper midrange and sub-bass that extends to 10hz. Completing the package, the HD 8XX is finished with signature Drop midnight blue accents.

SENNHEISER: AN INTERNATIONAL AUDIO LEADER

For 75 years, Sennheiser has been synonymous with exceptional sonic performance. Led by a team of German-based audio innovators, the brand has earned a lofty global reputation among audiophiles, musicians, and sound engineers alike. Listen to any of Sennheiser’s biggest releases, and it’s easy to see why. From the industry-standard MK and MKH microphone lines, to the diverse array of cutting-edge AMBEO audio technologies, Sennheiser continues to impact the way the world captures and experiences sound. There is no better example of this than the brand’s extensive collection of headphones and earphones—many of which you can only find from Drop.

SPECIFICATIONS

Form factor:
Over-ear / Open-back

Drivers:
56 mm ring radiator dynamic drivers (matched)

Impedance:
300 ohms

Frequency response:
4 Hz – 51,000 Hz (-10 dB)

THD:
0.02 % (1 kHz, 1 Vrms)

Contact pressure:
~ 3,4 N (± 0,3 N)

Weight (without cable):
11.6 oz (330 g)

Ear Pads:
Microfiber

Headband:
Ultra-ergonomic adjustable metal headband with inner damping element

Included:
Cable (9.8 ft (3 m)) with 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS single-ended plug

Driver / Design:
Planar Magnetic V-Planar Technology / Closed-back
Planar Magnetic V-Planar Technology / Open-back
45mm Tesla neodymium technology
Planar Magnetic V-Planar Technology / Closed-back
56 mm ring radiator dynamic drivers

Audio Profile:
A naturally appealing sound that’s both warm and punchy, with a widened soundstage and a closed-back design.
A naturally appealing sound that’s both warm and punchy, with a widened soundstage and excellent power response.
Smoothed frequency response while retaining a punchy sound profile which make beyerdynamic a recording studio favorite. The latest generation Tesla driver offers a wide frequency range and a weighty, controlled bass.
The Ether CX sound more like a pair of open-back headphones—clean, open, realistic, relaxed—while retaining the low sound leakage and high isolation you’d expect from closed cans.
Driver damping to create midrange balance and reveal treble detail, while having a balanced upper midrange and sub-bass that extends to 10hz. The HD 8XX offers you a personal concert hall on-demand—without waking the neighbors.

Impedance / Sensitivity:
12.5 ohms / 91 dB
13 ohms / 94 dB
32 ohms / 101 dB
23 ohms / 92 dB
300 ohms

Frequency Response:

5 Hz – 40 kHz

4 Hz – 51,000 Hz (-10 dB)

Cable:
6.41 ft (2 m), removable
6.41 ft (2 m), removable
6 ft (1.8 m), removable
6.41 ft (2 m), removable
9.8 ft (3 m), removable, with 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS single-ended plug

Plug:
DUMMER 4-pin (3.5 mm) to ¼ in (6.35 mm)
DUMMER 4-pin (3.5 mm) to ¼ in (6.35 mm)
⅛ in (3.5 mm)
4-pin XLR
6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS single-ended plug

Weight:
11.5 oz (326 g)
11.5 oz (326 g)
14.6 oz (413 g)
15.2 oz (430 g)
11.6 oz (330 g)

Included:
Carrying case, DUMMER cable with 1/4″ termination, tuning foam inserts
Carrying case, DUMMER cable with 1/4″ termination, tuning foam inserts
⅛ in (3.5 mm) to ¼ in (6.35 mm) adapter, Pair of sheepskin ear pads, and velour earpads
4-pin XLR to ⅛ in (3.5 mm) to ¼ in (6.35 mm) adapter, 10″ (25 cm) long, Soft velvet bag
Cable ( 9.8 ft (3 m) ) with 6.35 mm (1/4″) TRS single-ended plug

Ideal Use:
Ideally paired with a portable or desktop amp, however they sound great directly from any portable device with 1/4″ inputs.
Ideally paired with a portable or desktop amp, however they sound great directly from any portable device with 1/4″ inputs.
Tesla studio reference headphone for mixing, mastering, monitoring (closed)
A low 23 ohm impedance allow the Ether CX to be driven with anything from a portable device while the closed-back design allows plenty of isolation for public spaces. Drive with a Drop amp at home for to get the most from these cans.
The HD 8XX redefines the critical listening experience. Class leading ergonomics provide a remarkable listening session that does not stand in the way of hi-fidelity sound reproduction. Pair with amplifier.

RING-RADIATOR DRIVERS: Unlike the traditional dynamic driver, the ring-radiator driver uses a ring diaphragm attached at its inner and outer surfaces. This dramatically increases stability, radiates sound uniformly, and eliminates cone breakup.
NEW TUNING WITH AN EXCLUSIVE COLORWAY: With a new resonator system and driver materials, The HD 8XX has a balanced upper midrange and sub-bass that extends to 10hz. Completing the package, the HD 8XX is finished with signature Drop midnight blue accents.
CLASS LEADING TUNING: Based on community requests, we worked with Sennheiser to tune the housing resonance to add low end extension, while we adjusted the driver damping to create midrange balance and reveal treble detail.
SENNHEISER: AN INTERNATIONAL AUDIO LEADER: For 75 years, Sennheiser has been synonymous with exceptional sonic performance. Led by a team of German-based audio innovators, the brand has earned a lofty global reputation among audiophiles, musicians, and sound engineers alike.