Image © SennheiserSound that has nothing to hide The Sennheiser HD 505 Copper Edition delivers fidelity that reveals even the smallest details. This accessible audiophile headphone immerses you in music, movies, and games with stunning clarity and precision. The wide soundstage puts you in the middle of the action, uncovering nuances you never knew existed.
The Sennheiser HD 505 is a wired, open-back headphone that delivers a neutral, mid-focused sound with good bass extension and a smooth treble, drawing on the brand's classic house tuning. While it offers solid detail retrieval and a comfortable fit for many, its $330 price point and some design choices—like a proprietary cable—make it a mixed value compared to other options in Sennheiser's lineup. It lacks ANC and on-cable controls, focusing purely on passive, high-fidelity listening for home use.
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| Driver | 38 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 38 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 12 Hz - 38.5 kHz |
| Sound signature | neutral |
| Impedance | 120 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 107.9 dB/mW |
| Driver | 38 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 38 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 12 Hz - 38.5 kHz |
| Sound signature | neutral |
| Impedance | 120 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 107.9 dB/mW |
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Controls | none |
| Weight | 237 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 6.35 mm |
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Reviewers agree the Sennheiser HD 505 is a comfortable, lightweight headphone with a warm, smooth sound and excellent midrange, making it a solid update to the HD 560s.
28:22The reviewer finds the Sennheiser HD 505 to be a well-executed update to the HD 560s, with the main improvements being reduced clamp force for better comfort and a more refined, less bright tuning in the upper mids and treble. While it costs more, the reviewer considers the comfort upgrade significant and the overall sound quality excellent, making it a strong recommendation for those who found the 560s too clampy or shouty.
9:18The reviewer gives a positive first impression of the Sennheiser HD 505, praising its lightweight comfort, warm and smooth sound signature, and overall value. He notes it sounds similar to the HD 600 but with a darker treble, making it a more relaxed listen, though he criticizes the lack of a headband divot and the confusing Sennheiser naming scheme.
7:23The reviewer finds the HD 505 to be a good, enjoyable headphone on its own, but concludes that the slightly more expensive HD 550 offers a more engaging sound signature with better bass and treble, making it the preferred choice in the 5-series. He also notes that other Sennheiser models like the PC 38X and HD 6XX may offer better value depending on the user's needs.
7:57The reviewer gives initial impressions of the Sennheiser HD 505, noting it is comfortable and has a surprisingly present bass, but finds the lower treble elevation noticeable and the overall tuning darker than the 6 series, which may not suit everyone. Despite some tonal quirks, the midrange is excellent and the imaging is impressive, leaving the reviewer eager to spend more time with it for a full review.
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