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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro has a closed design providing better noise isolation, suitable for noisy environments and ensuring private listening experiences. However, these are less breathable and can become uncomfortable during longer sessions. The Sennheiser 560S, with its open-back design, offers a more natural soundstage, making it a good choice for critical listening in quiet environments, but it does not isolate noise well. Both models have excellent sound quality for music, but neither supports wireless connectivity or active noise cancelling. The Sennheisers are slightly lighter and foldable for easier storage, whereas the Beyerdynamics are sturdier but not foldable. Choose Beyerdynamic for noise isolation and durability or Sennheiser for natural sound and portability. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
- The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has no clear advantages over the Sennheiser 560S.
Advantages of the Sennheiser 560S
- Best in class for music
- Excellent for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
9.5
The Sennheiser 560S is best in class for music, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good.
Phone Calls
3.8
5.1
The Sennheiser 560S and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the Sennheiser 560S is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9
8.1
The Sennheiser 560S is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is poor.
TV and Video
8.2
9.1
The Sennheiser 560S is excellent for TV and video, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good.
Noise Reduction
6.0
2.5
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for noise reduction, while the Sennheiser 560S is poor.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.5
6.9
The Sennheiser 560S and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both only fair for gaming.
Cost
$170
$174
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The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the Sennheiser 560S costs $174.
Build Quality
8.0
8.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and Sennheiser 560S both have very good build quality.
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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the Sennheiser 560S compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
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| Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) | Sennheiser 560S |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$170 | $174 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | Beyerdynamic | Sennheiser | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 1985 | September 1, 2020 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.7/10 | 9.5/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 3.9/10 | 5.1/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.6/10 | 6.9/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 8.2/10 | 9.2/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 4.5/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 6/10 | 2.5/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8/10 | 8/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 272.1 Grams | 244.9 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
Dustproof Rating | |||
Dustproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."
Sennheiser 560S
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Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | March 2022
"Sennheiser made a near perfect pair of studio monitors with the HD 560S. Flat bass response? Check. Neutral and uncolored midrange? Check. Extended treble with a bit of lower-treble emphasis to highlight mastering flaws? Check. Fairly easy to drive? Check. Good soundstage and imaging? Check, and check."
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About Beyerdynamic
Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.
About Sennheiser
A family-owned company, Sennheiser is a German, high fidelity, audio equipment manufacturer founded in 1945. Their consumer audio division is now owned by the Swiss hearing aid and cochlear implant manufacturer Sonova. Sennheiser offers a wide variety of, very high quality, audio equipment solutions, from headphones to earbuds, full sets of monitoring speakers, amplifiers and microphones. They also make what is widely regarded as the best, and most expensive, headphones in existence, the HE-1 Orpheus, costing a whopping $59,000 dollars.
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