Describing the HD 505 sound with a frequency response curve. Headphone frequency response graphs look very different from those for loudspeakers, which are ideally very flat. Here you can see a big rise on the right (treble) side and then it falls off a cliff. But this is in fact very close to what’s considered ideal for headphones.

3 days ago · The new HD 505 catapults the burgeoning audio enthusiast into a world of pure, audiophile listening. Wedemark, Germany, February 10th, 2025 – The Sennheiser brand today announces the HD 505, a headphone crafted for listeners looking to elevate their love for audio to the next level of performance.With its blend of analytical tuning, precise detail, and enduring comfort, the HD 505 brings the ...

1 day ago · The HD 505’s dynamic driver design may offer a smoother, less aggressive high-end, which could be better for those sensitive to bright treble. When it comes to soundstage, the AKG K702 is known for its exceptionally wide presentation, though its lack of bass impact makes it a more niche choice.

1 day ago · The HD 505 is based on Sennheiser’s HD 500 series chassis, known for its comfort and lightweight fit. Weighing just 237g, the HD 505 headphones are light enough to be worn for extended listening ...

2 days ago · Der neue HD 505 bringt Audioenthusiast*innen in eine Welt des reinen, audiophilen Hörens. Wedemark, Deutschland – 10. Februar 2025 − Die Marke Sennheiser präsentiert den HD 505 – einen Kopfhörer, der für Hörer*innen entwickelt wurde, die ihre Liebe zum Klang auf das nächste Performance-Niveau heben möchten. Mit seiner analytischen Abstimmung, präzisen Detailwiedergabe und ...

Jan 8, 2025 · The transducer is the core of the HD 505 headphones, angled forward in open-back cups to create a realistic “soundstage.” With an expansive frequency range, it covers sub-bass you feel and high notes beyond human hearing. Fine-tuned damping ensures smooth treble—always brilliant, never harsh.

2 days ago · The Sennheiser HD 505 joins several open-back headphones in the company’s HD 500 series, including the HD599 ($200) and HD 560S ($230), but this newest entree promises to be a significant step up. The HD 505 packs custom 120-ohm transducers, manufactured in Sennheiser’s audiophile factory in Tullamore, Ireland. They are capable of ...

2 days ago · The HD 505 has the bigger bass and treble kick of the two, that much is obvious right away. It feels like it’s hitting slightly lower in the bass range than the HD 600, but it's clearly very ...

1 day ago · Sennheiser has teamed up with Amazon to launch the HD 505 in the US, UK and Europe. It’ll be going on sale for £230/$250/€280, and ship in plain, eco-friendly packaging. The simple pack-ins – a drawstring bag and 3.5 to 6.35mm screw-on jack adapter – make it clear the headphones are the main event, not the box or accessories.

3 days ago · No doubt in a bid to overcome those challengers, the HD 505 feature a custom 120-ohm driver within their open-back frame, produced at the company’s factory in Tullamore, Ireland. Sennheiser says the driver can deliver a frequency response between 12 to 38,500Hz and has a THD (total harmonic distortion) level of less than 0.2 per cent. ...