Sennheiser - HD 800 S

HD6*0 series compared to the HD800s, before I purchased the HD660s The HD800s was definitely more detailed and an amazing headphone overall, but I thought the HD600s series wasn't so far behind. I actually think I prefer the tonality of the HD600 over the 800s

I prefer IEMs in most cases, but you can't replicate how some open back headphones sound. This is the reason I've kept my HD800S and don't intend to ever sell it. No IEM regardless of price point can do what that headphone does.

you have both of me dream headphones (atrium and HD800s) so very well

I love the HD600, but the HD800S is basically my perfect headphone since I’m the most sensitive in the midrange and bass. On top of that the fit of the HD800S is perfect for my head and ears. I’ll never sell my HD600 regardless of what  headphones I get in the future but they might be swapped out as my dailies for open backs.

I've tried the HD660S2, it did not impress me compared to the HD800s, I auditioned them back to back. My reaction to the HD660s2 was something along the lines of "Better bass better imaging version of the HD6XX (which are a third the price)." My reaction to the HD800s was... well I had no words I was blown away and moved to tears.

Now you gotta compare HD800 (newer and older production models) to HD800s

I’ve seen both between US Audio Mart and EBay in the past 2 months. Harder to find than HD800S but not impossible.

Now you gotta compare HD800 (newer and older production models) to HD800s

I’ve seen both between US Audio Mart and EBay in the past 2 months. Harder to find than HD800S but not impossible.

HD 800S. Sometimes I forget that I have them on. They never get uncomfortable. The soundstage is so great that sometimes I forget that I'm not listening to speakers.

Exactly that. I was wearing them daily for more than two years, and I find it extremely comfortable.

I have the Jotenhiem 2 and had the HD800S and Arya Organic, I believe for gaming the Stealth is better because of soundstage and more accurate measurement of directions proximity. I am currently on IEMs, hard to go back to Open backs headphones. Kiwi Ears Astral are really good IEM for gaming. Is literally endgame for most people and really good for music as-well. Currently using the Monarchs MK4, my end game. I also have the HD560S, HD6XX, HD490 Pros, Pros are technically better than Stealth and Organic, and much cheaper and very good for music, recommend velour pads instead of cloth. DM me for more detail if you want.

I have your non typical answer: I had HD 800S, Mangrid Tea Pros, and other great audio equipment with a standalone mic. I actually sold all the high tier audio gear and am on a Cloud III S and actually love it. Gaming audio gear was always a meme and I am pleasantly surprised by how good the audio is for a wireless headset. I play counterstrike and it's great being able to run into the kitchen to grab a drink and know when the next round is starting, doing dishes while I wait for queue to pop, etc.

Now this is very good combo! The HD 660S2 are very often on my head and I honestly prefer them to the HD800. The K13 is very nice R2R-Dac/Amp which can make any good cans sing. This would be likely the one I'd buy if I needed a new setup.

Excellent set up my friend, really have enjoyed the organics and 800s for the fps space - how have you enjoyed the utopias in that area?

I use the Senheiser HD800s powered by an rme adi-2 for all these things and I'm very happy with them.