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MASSDROP X Sennheiser HD58X Jubilee Open-back Wired Headphones $229 Delivered @ Addictedtoaudio

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Update: Price drop. Better deal has been posted here.

Sennheiser skeptic here, but since nobody has posted this one.
Same price as this deal but for local AU stock.

Has been cheaper from Drop but that was for international stock.

Notes: Maybe this if you want the option to go portable, or spend the extra $50 and get the HD6XX if you already have amplifiers etc.


DRIVER TECHNOLOGY & SOUND
The HD 58X Jubilee uses Sennheiser’s new 150-ohm drivers, which require less amplification than previous driver platforms while retaining the same magnet strength and driver size. This makes the new headphone easier to drive from sources like your mobile phone or digital audio player. The sound is clear, fast, dynamic, and lively: reminiscent in some ways of the HD 600 and in others of the HD 650. It places an emphasis on clean, extended bass, with a solid transient response and a smooth but clear upper midrange. Plus, with Sennheiser's ongoing testing of all units in the series, you can be assured that the drivers hit the target frequency response and match in both left and right channels.

CLASSIC COLOURWAY, TIME-TESTED BUILD
In an homage to the HD 580 Precision, the HD 58X Jubilee features a glossy black headband and gray metal grilles. For hours and hours of listening comfort, the elliptical cups are shaped to follow the anatomy of the ear, the headband is generously padded, and the ear pads are covered in soft velour and easily replaceable. Finally, the detachable 6-foot cable is made of highly conductive OFC copper with sturdy para-aramid reinforcement and a very low handling noise.

FINAL THOUGHTS
Because the HD 58X Jubilee’s open-back design won’t isolate you from outside noise or prevent sound from being heard by those nearby, it may be best-suited for quieter home and office environments. Like all headphones in this lineup, this new model can be disassembled by hand to its component parts, all of which can be replaced. Many of its parts are interchangeable with others in the series, and owners of the HD 58X Jubilee can benefit from the rich aftermarket and brain trust of modifications and gear matching—along with excellent long-term support from Sennheiser itself.

Glossy black headband, gray metal grilles
Ear coupling: Over-ear (circumaural)
Transducer principle: Open, dynamic
Impedance: 150 ohms
Frequency response: 12–38,500 Hz (-10 dB)
THD + N: < 0.1% at 1 kHz, 100 dB
Sound pressure level: 104 dB at 1V, 1 kHz
Connector: ⅛ in (3.5 mm) gold-plated stereo jack plug
Cable: 1.8 m OFC, detachable
Weight without cable: Approx. 9.2 oz (260 g)
Individually serialised
Made in Romania
¼ in (6.35 mm) adapter included
2-year warranty

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  • Made in Romania

    Definitely Ireland. Prefer these over my 6xx.

    • -1

      what a madman, you have both?

    • +1

      Are you 100% sure? From comments on Drop and Reddit, Sennheiser are now produced in Romania (at least the Drop variants are anyway). My HD6XX, which I bought through A2A, are definitely produced in Romania while those who purchased earlier in the products life have products made in Ireland.

      https://drop.com/buy/massdrop-x-sennheiser-hd-58x-jubilee-he… (Need to login to view)

      • I assumed they own the 58X they had a look at their product / box and for them it was written “Ireland”.

      • +2

        Yep, I’m 100% wrong on Romania. Just looked into it and learned Sennheiser established a new factory in Romania. My HD58x, HD6xx, HD600 and HD660 are all made in Ireland, but I bought them all before the new factory in Romania was established. Well there you go.

  • Have a schit stack and currently rocking Ultrasone 900's that have seen better days. Do people think these are a better option that the 6xx's?

    • +2

      The quick answer to that is probably : depends on personal preference.
      So if you are far from listening @ a A2A store, then do your research online.
      From my limited knowledge (from feedback & opinions) 58X is grainer in the mid-range & slightly less neutral. 6XX is more neutral & scales better with equipment.

      • Thanks. I know it's fairly difficult to make meaningful recommendations (as personal preference varies greatly).

        • Well if you're coming from Pro 900's, both 58X and 6XX would definitely give you mid range.

  • Here is a review I found, with measurements: https://diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/headphones/measurements…

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