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title: "Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones with Sound Channeling (Old Model)"
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# High-quality sound Extended spatial field 2-year warranty Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones with Sound Channeling (Old Model)

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## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate Your Sound Game with Sennheiser!

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- **What is this?** Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones with Sound Channeling (Old Model) by sennheiser
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## Best For

- sennheiser enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sennheiser brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Built to Last:** Enjoy peace of mind with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty.
- • **Immerse Yourself in Sound:** Experience an extended spatial field that surrounds you with rich audio.
- • **Comfort Meets Functionality:** Ergonomic design with velour ear pads allows for comfortable wear, even with glasses.
- • **State-of-the-Art Technology:** Equipped with Duofol diaphragms for unparalleled sound clarity.
- • **Elevate Your Listening Experience:** Transform your audio journey with innovative sound channeling.

## Overview

The Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones offer a unique listening experience with their ergonomic design and advanced sound technology. Featuring Duofol diaphragms and velour ear pads, these headphones ensure comfort and high-quality audio, making them perfect for both casual listeners and audio professionals alike.

## Description

The HD 555 open, dynamic stereo headphones feature a special internal surround reflector. It generates an extended, spatial sound field. Ideal headphones for home cinema as well as music.

Review: All around, can't be better, for the price. - As of writing this, it has been a hair under two years owning, and VERY frequently using these. For the price, I don't think you can find anything better, even though it's a bit higher now for either the discontinued model or the newer model, I'm sure both will settle eventually. Four main points that are worth noting: 1) The sound quality is terrific and balanced. Since owning them, I have not seen a noticeable dip in quality at all using them a number of hours a day at minimum, and sometimes as much as nearing 20 hours in the course of a day for mostly music. I've tried numerous Bose and other 'high-end' names, at much higher price points, and the other headphones in similar range and have had nothing hold up to the HD555s, until getting to better Sennheiser and much more expensive models in SOME other brands. And very few brands, at that. 2) They are built well, with a lot of strenuous use they have begun to crack in one spot (The plastic arm between the headphones and the band, just at the top where they are frequently flexed by taking on and off, particularly if you use one side on and swap them a lot as I do), it hasn't opened down any further than the half inch it developed to and it doesn't at all hinder performance or weaken it's structure. I have no doubt they'll last for another few years, both hardware and sound quality. I have broken numerous adapters, but it hasn't damaged the actual stereo jack at all. You can also get replacement parts relatively cheap from Sennheiser if needed. 3) They are very comfortable and have a great range to fit about anyone comfortably. They aren't too tight, you don't feel them too much on you, and they're not loose as to actually fall off if you walk around, bend over, do simple tasks, and so on with them on. The velour ear cups feel great and I have no problem wearing them for a dozen hours on end. 4) One other great thing to note, is that Sennheiser has wonderful customer service in my experience. I only needed to contact them for a couple things, but the response time was quite quick, and when I needed a simple replacement part (Which was entirely my fault, I tripped and damaged a piece) they not only linked me to where to buy them if it happened again, but he got a replacement piece, asked me for my delivery address, and shipped it, overnight, for no charge. I was beyond pleased with that, and it wasn't something that would be covered under normal warranties or anything. Overall, they're great entry-level audiophile headphones and not too expensive to cut out any average users unless you are extremely rough on them and break a pair of headphones too quickly to go for 100/150$ range. I am rough on electronics, but they have held up well enough. I will be sticking with Sennheiser for quite a long time, after owning these.
Review: The closest you'll get to audiophile headphones for 100 dollars or less. - Almost everything that can be said about these headphones, has been said, so I'll keep this mostly to physical pros and cons Pros: The most accurate sound you can get for 100 dollars. Not up to par with my Beyerdynamic DT880's, but at one third the cost, you are getting atleast 3/4th's the sound (if that makes sense) so they are an excellent bargain. These are easily the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars. The velour ear cups mean that the pressure applied to your head is very minimal, and these are indeed the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, next to the DT880's (I've had Grado's, AKG's, other Sennheisers etc) and the inclusion of a velour (I believe) head cushion means that the top of your head won't hurt even after hours of use. These cans are also very easy to drive from a PC soundcard, and even on my integrated sound card, they'll go to ear splitting volumes if I am so inclined. I bought these specifically because my beyer's can't be driven by my computer, and I got sick of having to move my headphone amp between devices (Between Ipod, computer, etc). The Bad: An all plastic frame makes me think that one good drop might be the end of these headphones. The ear pieces are attached to a swivel joint (for comfort, which does help) but the joint is plastic as well, so it's not hard to imagine it popping off. I may just be worrying too much though, because I have a pair of all purpose koss headphones that are entirely plastic, and they've lasted atleast 10 years (though they sound terrible in comparison) I said these were the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, and while that is true, there is one caveat; Even though they are comfortable, my ears are too large for the space provided (the velour sits around the ear, with your ear inside) so my ear presses against the outside of the ear pad. Not a huge deal, and not nearly as severe as with other headphones, but still an issue if you have big ears. The biggest complaint I have is probably how much sound leaks in and out. I realize that these are open headphones, but even at low volumes, everything you are playing is easily heard by anyone in the same room (so these aren't good for dorm rooms, planes, trains, etc). I was expecting that, but I wasn't quite expecting how much sound is let in. My DT880's are also open, but they don't let nearly as much sound in or out as these Sennheiser cans. The sound of my computer fan is easily heard through the headphones if I don't up the volume a little louder than would otherwise be necessary (meaning others will hear it even more). There is also a lack of bass with these cans. Others have said it is balanced, but I would almost go so far as to say it's a little bit diffused. Using equalization though, this problem is quickly fixed (if you see it as a problem). One last con; These headphones come with a large (1/8th inch I believe) plug, with a very rigid 1/4th adaptor (the plug on your computer, compared to the plug on your stereo). This doesn't seem like a huge deal, but this type of adaptor is very prone to snapping and damaging your headphone cord. I'd suggest spending an extra 5 or so dollars and getting a flexible adaptor. As with all headphones in the quasi-audiophile range (audiophiles will tell you that these cans aren't neutral enough to be audiophile quality. They are close enough at 100 dollars though) you first need to evaluate your own hearing before you spend any amount of money. I have friends that can't tell the difference between my 300 dollar Beyerdynamic headphones, and my old 30 dollar Koss headphones. If you don't have really sensitive ears, you are better off buying the cheaper Sennheisers and saving yourself some money (the 202's, the 212's, etc). I'd suggest going to a local audio store and trying these headphones side by side with a much cheaper pair, and seeing if you truly can tell the difference between the two (and then coming back to buy from desertcart, of course). Also, if you don't buy a whole lot of CD's, and most of your music is compressed MP3's you bought off the net, or songs from youtube/myspace/whatever, these headphones won't help you and they may actually make that type of music sound worse because they will expose flaws in the recording that you wouldn't have been able to hear otherwise. In conclusion, these are the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars, and unless you need complete isolation (if you do, I suggest the HD-280's for the same price), or you really love bass, or you have really big ears, these headphones are exactly what you are looking for. UPDATE 03/10/10: After two years of use, I've got a few additions to make. The headband has developed a crack at both ear cups. I baby my equipment, so it's definitely a design flaw and not misuse on my part. I've noticed that this has happened to others as well, and it really is a shame. It doesn't degrade the sound quality, but I fear that the cracks may expand and eventually cause the earcups to come free from the headband (essentially making the headphones useless). As far as sound quality goes, now that these are burned in (I'd say I'm somewhere comfortably between 500 and 1000 hours on the phones) they sound much better than they did when I first received them. I modified them (when I passed the warranty date) to increase their bass response, and they are now basically converted into HD595's. They sound great, although they are still obviously no match for the HD600's or HD650's, which are 3-4x the price (much much more when you consider that you'll need an expensive amp to drive them). I'd still recommend these headphones despite the cracking issue, and for 100 dollars, I don't think that you can find a better set of (open) cans.

## Features

- A comfortable, high-quality headphone system
- Extended spatial field surrounds you with sound; ergonomic Acoustic Refinement enables ideal sound channeling for a new kind of listening experience
- Features State of the Art Duolfol diaphragms
- Velour ear pads let you keep glasses on while listening
- Comes with manufacturer's 2-year warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0001FTVDQ |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #749,628 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #4,374 in On-Ear Headphones #8,404 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Cable Feature | Retractable |
| Compatible Devices | Wide range of devices with audio output options |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (696) |
| Date First Available | February 16, 2006 |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-Ear |
| Generation | 2 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104053427 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Input Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.55 pounds |
| Item model number | HD555 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
| Material | Velour |
| Model Name | language _ tag |
| Noise Control Features | sound_isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 9.5 x 8 x 4 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Music |
| Series Number | 555 |
| Special Feature | DJ-Style |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| UPC | 615104053427 |
| Units | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sennheiser
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Noise Control:** Sound Isolation

## Images

![Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones with Sound Channeling (Old Model) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SL08iCOPL.jpg)
![Sennheiser HD555 Professional Headphones with Sound Channeling (Old Model) - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21tSOrXlUzL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Product Packaging** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do the Sennheiser HD-555s compare to the Sennheiser HD-580s (a pair of which I owned years ago)? Where are the HD-555s made? China? Ireland?**
A: My model of Sennheiser HD 555 is made in China!! I can say they are the best sounding in my colection,have them 6pairs,various!!!!My friend have HD 580,I can say the major diference is in the space,555 has more space,more sound than 580,more detail,better sounding with blues,jazz,rock,if U like that kind of music!!!! Difference is more occur if U R usin' headphone amp,than 555 is much more and better sounding!!!

**Q: does the "open-aire" indicate that sound escapes the headphones and would disturb others??  I need home-theater headphones to use while the kids sleep**
A: The sound does leaks but I won't wake up the kids if you are in a different room.

**Q: is it good for travel**
A: It's definitely not good for travel. I mean it depends how you look at it. I find it annoying that the wire is very long and the plug is huge. It makes is very inconvenient

**Q: Are the Sennheiser HD555 Headphones surround or stereo iv'e seen them labeled as both on different sites?**
A: Sennheiser HD 555 are stereo headphones,but they are higher level of the listening,because they have sistem of sound chaneling,it means a better position in space,more details,more sound!! Thats is not a surround,its better than surround!!!! Ive use them with blues,drum n base,jazz!!!!! They are excellent with that kind of music,sound of guitar is big,clean,U can hear is the artist playin with fingers or not!!!! USE HEADPHONE AMP!!!!! For my iPod I use FIIO E5,pleas try it!!!!!!!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ All around, can't be better, for the price.
*by B***S on November 17, 2012*

As of writing this, it has been a hair under two years owning, and VERY frequently using these. For the price, I don't think you can find anything better, even though it's a bit higher now for either the discontinued model or the newer model, I'm sure both will settle eventually. Four main points that are worth noting: 1) The sound quality is terrific and balanced. Since owning them, I have not seen a noticeable dip in quality at all using them a number of hours a day at minimum, and sometimes as much as nearing 20 hours in the course of a day for mostly music. I've tried numerous Bose and other 'high-end' names, at much higher price points, and the other headphones in similar range and have had nothing hold up to the HD555s, until getting to better Sennheiser and much more expensive models in SOME other brands. And very few brands, at that. 2) They are built well, with a lot of strenuous use they have begun to crack in one spot (The plastic arm between the headphones and the band, just at the top where they are frequently flexed by taking on and off, particularly if you use one side on and swap them a lot as I do), it hasn't opened down any further than the half inch it developed to and it doesn't at all hinder performance or weaken it's structure. I have no doubt they'll last for another few years, both hardware and sound quality. I have broken numerous adapters, but it hasn't damaged the actual stereo jack at all. You can also get replacement parts relatively cheap from Sennheiser if needed. 3) They are very comfortable and have a great range to fit about anyone comfortably. They aren't too tight, you don't feel them too much on you, and they're not loose as to actually fall off if you walk around, bend over, do simple tasks, and so on with them on. The velour ear cups feel great and I have no problem wearing them for a dozen hours on end. 4) One other great thing to note, is that Sennheiser has wonderful customer service in my experience. I only needed to contact them for a couple things, but the response time was quite quick, and when I needed a simple replacement part (Which was entirely my fault, I tripped and damaged a piece) they not only linked me to where to buy them if it happened again, but he got a replacement piece, asked me for my delivery address, and shipped it, overnight, for no charge. I was beyond pleased with that, and it wasn't something that would be covered under normal warranties or anything. Overall, they're great entry-level audiophile headphones and not too expensive to cut out any average users unless you are extremely rough on them and break a pair of headphones too quickly to go for 100/150$ range. I am rough on electronics, but they have held up well enough. I will be sticking with Sennheiser for quite a long time, after owning these.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The closest you'll get to audiophile headphones for 100 dollars or less.
*by R***B on July 4, 2008*

Almost everything that can be said about these headphones, has been said, so I'll keep this mostly to physical pros and cons Pros: The most accurate sound you can get for 100 dollars. Not up to par with my Beyerdynamic DT880's, but at one third the cost, you are getting atleast 3/4th's the sound (if that makes sense) so they are an excellent bargain. These are easily the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars. The velour ear cups mean that the pressure applied to your head is very minimal, and these are indeed the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, next to the DT880's (I've had Grado's, AKG's, other Sennheisers etc) and the inclusion of a velour (I believe) head cushion means that the top of your head won't hurt even after hours of use. These cans are also very easy to drive from a PC soundcard, and even on my integrated sound card, they'll go to ear splitting volumes if I am so inclined. I bought these specifically because my beyer's can't be driven by my computer, and I got sick of having to move my headphone amp between devices (Between Ipod, computer, etc). The Bad: An all plastic frame makes me think that one good drop might be the end of these headphones. The ear pieces are attached to a swivel joint (for comfort, which does help) but the joint is plastic as well, so it's not hard to imagine it popping off. I may just be worrying too much though, because I have a pair of all purpose koss headphones that are entirely plastic, and they've lasted atleast 10 years (though they sound terrible in comparison) I said these were the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, and while that is true, there is one caveat; Even though they are comfortable, my ears are too large for the space provided (the velour sits around the ear, with your ear inside) so my ear presses against the outside of the ear pad. Not a huge deal, and not nearly as severe as with other headphones, but still an issue if you have big ears. The biggest complaint I have is probably how much sound leaks in and out. I realize that these are open headphones, but even at low volumes, everything you are playing is easily heard by anyone in the same room (so these aren't good for dorm rooms, planes, trains, etc). I was expecting that, but I wasn't quite expecting how much sound is let in. My DT880's are also open, but they don't let nearly as much sound in or out as these Sennheiser cans. The sound of my computer fan is easily heard through the headphones if I don't up the volume a little louder than would otherwise be necessary (meaning others will hear it even more). There is also a lack of bass with these cans. Others have said it is balanced, but I would almost go so far as to say it's a little bit diffused. Using equalization though, this problem is quickly fixed (if you see it as a problem). One last con; These headphones come with a large (1/8th inch I believe) plug, with a very rigid 1/4th adaptor (the plug on your computer, compared to the plug on your stereo). This doesn't seem like a huge deal, but this type of adaptor is very prone to snapping and damaging your headphone cord. I'd suggest spending an extra 5 or so dollars and getting a flexible adaptor. As with all headphones in the quasi-audiophile range (audiophiles will tell you that these cans aren't neutral enough to be audiophile quality. They are close enough at 100 dollars though) you first need to evaluate your own hearing before you spend any amount of money. I have friends that can't tell the difference between my 300 dollar Beyerdynamic headphones, and my old 30 dollar Koss headphones. If you don't have really sensitive ears, you are better off buying the cheaper Sennheisers and saving yourself some money (the 202's, the 212's, etc). I'd suggest going to a local audio store and trying these headphones side by side with a much cheaper pair, and seeing if you truly can tell the difference between the two (and then coming back to buy from Amazon, of course). Also, if you don't buy a whole lot of CD's, and most of your music is compressed MP3's you bought off the net, or songs from youtube/myspace/whatever, these headphones won't help you and they may actually make that type of music sound worse because they will expose flaws in the recording that you wouldn't have been able to hear otherwise. In conclusion, these are the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars, and unless you need complete isolation (if you do, I suggest the HD-280's for the same price), or you really love bass, or you have really big ears, these headphones are exactly what you are looking for. UPDATE 03/10/10: After two years of use, I've got a few additions to make. The headband has developed a crack at both ear cups. I baby my equipment, so it's definitely a design flaw and not misuse on my part. I've noticed that this has happened to others as well, and it really is a shame. It doesn't degrade the sound quality, but I fear that the cracks may expand and eventually cause the earcups to come free from the headband (essentially making the headphones useless). As far as sound quality goes, now that these are burned in (I'd say I'm somewhere comfortably between 500 and 1000 hours on the phones) they sound much better than they did when I first received them. I modified them (when I passed the warranty date) to increase their bass response, and they are now basically converted into HD595's. They sound great, although they are still obviously no match for the HD600's or HD650's, which are 3-4x the price (much much more when you consider that you'll need an expensive amp to drive them). I'd still recommend these headphones despite the cracking issue, and for 100 dollars, I don't think that you can find a better set of (open) cans.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by 料***マ on October 25, 2011*

耳にはすっぽりとフィットし、とてもキレイなサウンドで満足しています。

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