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These are Sennheiser's top of the line, reference grade headphones. The highly detailed sound, very wide soundstage and powerful bass make these great not just for professional use but also for gaming or movies.
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Pros
Pro Extremely detailed highs, warm and clear mids with tight and accurate bass
The highs are very clear and revealing, so you will be able to hear even the minute details from the audio that you simply will not be able to pick up with lesser headphones.
The mids are also clear and have nice warmth. They are slightly recessed, yet voices and mid range tones will come out full, so the sound is not lean in any way.
The bass is not boomy but still has enough power for a satisfying thump. Also, due to the bass' tightness and speed, there is no bloat from the lower frequencies.
These work really well for gaming as the headphones can accurately render the finest audio details, while explosions sound really big and powerful
Pro Very wide sound stage
The HD 800S has one of the widest sound stages of any headphone today. There is excellent separation between in-game sound sources and you can easily identify where various audio effects are coming from. Not only is this immersive, but it can also give you a competitive edge. With these, you will be able to easily hear footsteps, gunshots, and also tell exactly where they are coming from.
Pro Really comfortable to wear
The ear pads feature high quality memory foam as cushions with the surface being premium quality velours. This material combo is also used on the headband. They feel really soft and conform to the contours of your head. Due to the fabric material, some air can move through the pads, minimizing heat and sweatiness.
Pro Comes with two high quality cables
Out of the box, you get a balanced XLR cable and an unbalanced TRS cable. If you have a balanced headphone amp, then the XLR cable will allow you to maximize your amp's performance with these headphones without the need to buy a different (and expensive) cable.