HD 598

I just checked. I bought my 598’s in 2017. I’ve used them for all sorts of stuff including gaming. They still look and sound like new. I use a cheap compression mic I got on Amazon and it sounds better than any of the headsets I’ve owned with built in mics.

Sennheiser 598SR headphones bought 2017 Pleather earpads and headband flaking. Earpads are easily changed out and wrapped the headband with grip tape. Both done twice.

10yro Sennheiser HD598SR just been replacing the cups and it's still a monster.

I actually bought my sennheiser 598HD 9 years ago, because everyone said good headphones and a seperate mic is much better than a headset. Its kinda sad that after almost 10 years, the same exact problem still exists.

I have Sennheiser HD 598SE - and it was a mega upgrade for me. How can I blow my mind again? I'm ready for "real" audiophile grade.

I think that is exactly what I have. I know my model was a yearly Amazon special. I don't know exactly what they have less than this model. It's black for one thing. I really enjoy them. I'm just curious about what I'm missing out on. I am 100% looking for the same kind of fit though. I can wear those for hours without fatigue.

I got a 598 from eBay and bought a headset amplifier and I'll never go back to anything else. They are amazing.

Prime day usually has the Sennheiser HD 598 on sale for less than $100 dollars. I bought mine for $79.99. They are usually $200.00. The sound stage is very good and won’t hurt your ears like the DT 990. I’ve been an audiophile and gamer for decades. This model is a steal for the price. The AKG k702 is a headphone that has an even bigger more precise sound stage but not as much bass. The sound stage sometimes exceeds the environment they are supposed to be recreating. You can find these for $200.00. Right now I’m using the Audeze LCD GX and it’s hard to justify the price when comparing it to those two models. There is more detail but not 5x as much

Not as wide as an AKG k702. These are totally worth it.