Over-Ear
Focal Lensys Professional
78Great
$699
Full review dataFocal Lensys Professional vs Sennheiser HD 650: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Sennheiser HD 650 comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 85. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Sennheiser HD 650 - Outstanding overall at around $380.
Over-Ear
Sennheiser HD 650
85Outstanding
$380
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Focal Lensys Professional
Sound8.0
Value7.0
Sennheiser HD 650
Sound9.0
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | Focal Lensys Professional | Sennheiser HD 650 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $699 | $380 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 85 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2024 | - |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | 40mm aluminium-magnesium 'M' dome | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm | 42 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 5Hz-22kHz | 10Hz-41kHz |
| Impedance | 26 Ω | 300 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW | 99.8 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | - | 103 |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Controls | buttons | buttons |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 306 g | 260 g |
| Foldable | - | No |
| Detachable cable | - | Yes |
| USB-C | - | No |
| Balanced connection | - | Yes |
What reviewers said
Focal Lensys Professional
The Focal Lensys Professional is a closed-back studio headphone engineered for accurate monitoring, offering a neutral and detailed sound signature suitable for critical audio work. Its low impedance and high sensitivity make it effortlessly drivable by laptops and portable gear, while the solid passive isolation and comfortable fit support long sessions. It's a versatile, travel-ready tool for professionals, though its price point places it firmly in the premium tier.
- Pro:Accurate, uncolored sound ideal for mixing
- Pro:Easy to drive from portable devices
- Pro:Strong passive isolation for quiet monitoring
- Con:Premium price, not a budget option
- Con:Slight clamping pressure over long sessions
- Con:No active noise cancellation for noisy environments
Sennheiser HD 650
The Sennheiser HD 650 is a wired, open-back dynamic headphone built for serious home listening. It delivers a natural, detailed sound with a comfortable fit, though its sub-bass rolloff and bulky design limit it to stationary use rather than portable or active scenarios. Its replaceable cable and balanced connection option add to its appeal for audiophiles.
- Pro:Excellent clarity and natural tonal balance
- Pro:Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Pro:Detachable cable and balanced output support
- Con:Noticeable sub-bass rolloff
- Con:Not portable or suitable for active use
- Con:High impedance requires a dedicated amplifier
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