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Customer reviews collected by Crutchfield are strongly favorable, repeatedly calling the HD 569 comfortable and clear-sounding with good value. These are user reviews rather than editorial expert reviews.
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Image © SennheiserSennheiser HD 569
60/ 100
Average
HearWiki score
Pricey for what it is
$130
typical price, USD
Still sold newupdated 
At a glance
- Brand
- Sennheiser
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- closed
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2017
Score breakdownaverage overall
Sound6.5
Calls7.0
Value7.4
The closed HD 569 with around ear design brings a flexible option to the Home entertainment space. It provides a rich and clear bass, adding further flexibility by making it possible to enjoy the full personal experience without disturbing others.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Sennheiser HD 569 is a closed-back, wired over-ear headphone that delivers a smooth, balanced sound with impressive detail, making it a strong budget-friendly choice for home listening. Its lightweight build and comfortable fit are complemented by an easy-to-drive 23-ohm design, though it lacks active noise cancellation and is best paired with a desktop amplifier for optimal performance. The included dual detachable cables (one for home, one for portable use) add practical flexibility, while its 38 mm dynamic drivers handle acoustic music particularly well.
What works
- Comfortable and lightweight build
- Smooth, detailed sound signature
- Easy to drive with low impedance
- Dual detachable cables for home and portable use
- Excellent value for the price
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation
- External noise isolation could be better
- Best performance requires a desktop amplifier
- Not ideal for portable use without an amp
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Specifications
| Driver | 38 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 38 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 23 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 115 |
Audio
| Driver | 38 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 38 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz - 28 kHz |
| Impedance | 23 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 115 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 115 |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Weight | 300 g |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| USB-C | No |
| Connector | 6.35 mm |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
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What the reviews said
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What YouTube reviewers say
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The consensus
Positiveacross 4 videosReviewers agree the Sennheiser HD 569 offers strong value for its price, with excellent comfort, solid build quality, and a coherent, mid-focused sound that suits rock, acoustic, and general listening.
Reviewers liked
- Excellent comfort for long wear
- Solid, durable build with replaceable cable
- Coherent midrange with wide soundstage
- Impressive passive noise isolation
- Good value for the price
Reviewers flagged
- Bass lacks deep extension and texture
- Treble is rolled off or hazy (one found it slightly bright)
- No case or pouch included
- Ear cups do not fold for travel
- Long cable lacks microphone and needs adapter
2:56Sennheiser HD 569 Headphones - Hands On Review
The reviewer finds the Sennheiser HD 569 headphones to be a strong budget option, offering a comfortable, well-padded design and a warm, detailed midrange with a wide soundstage. However, the sound is mid-focused with rolled-off bass and treble, making it less ideal for bass-heavy genres, and the lack of a case and non-folding ear cups reduce portability. Overall, they recommend it for those seeking high performance on a tight budget.
MixedWatch on YouTube
8:32Sennheiser HD569 Over Ear Sealed Headphones
The reviewer finds the Sennheiser HD 569 to be a well-built, comfortable, and pleasant-sounding closed headphone that exceeds expectations for its $179 price. While the bass and treble have minor flaws, the coherent midrange and overall listening experience make it a strong value, even compared to the Audio-Technica M50x. The reviewer recommends it for budget-conscious audiophiles, social media producers, and entry-level audio pros.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
7:03Sennheiser HD 569 Review - Worth Your Hard Earned Cash?
The reviewer highly recommends the Sennheiser HD 569 for their excellent comfort, light weight, and well-balanced sound with tight bass and clear mids, especially for rock and acoustic music. They note the treble is slightly rolled off but pleasant, and the passive isolation is impressive for a closed-back design. Overall, they consider them a great value at $150 for gaming, movies, and music.
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12:30Sennheiser HD569 In Depth Review
The reviewer praises the Sennheiser HD 569 as a solid, durable closed-back headphone that offers good value for its $150 price. They highlight its neutral sound profile, easy-to-drive 23-ohm impedance, and long-lasting build, recommending it for office or commute use. The main caveats are the slightly bright treble and the need for an adapter for the longer cable.
PositiveWatch on YouTube
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