{"id":155026,"date":"2023-02-10T11:56:36","date_gmt":"2023-02-10T11:56:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=155026"},"modified":"2023-02-10T11:56:36","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T11:56:36","slug":"sennheiser-hd-660s2-pure-bass-and-powerful-range","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/headphones\/sennheiser-hd-660s2-pure-bass-and-powerful-range\/","title":{"rendered":"Sennheiser HD 660S2: Pure bass and powerful range"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sennheiser\u00a0has updated its\u00a0HD 660\u00a0, expanding the capabilities of the 600 series, a long-standing model of high-performance headphones for audiophiles.\u00a0Detailing with an engaging frequency response, the headphones deliver a more dramatic listening experience with greater intensity thanks to enhanced sub-bass tuning, extracting dynamic impact and emotion from audio enthusiasts&#8217; favorite recordings.\u00a0The upgraded acoustics offer a new, great way to enjoy your music again and again.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/110_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"825\" height=\"438\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Across the entire frequency range, the Sennheiser HD 660S2 delivers excellent listening quality thanks to improved transducer airflow and an improved voice coil.\u00a0From thunderous timpani crescendos to pulsing EDM surges, even the most discerning audiophile will notice the depth and nuance of low-frequency passages that add drama to any type of music.<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, listeners get deeper and clearer bass without sacrificing the outstanding detail that this series is known for.\u00a0By reducing the weight of the voice coil, the impulse response is improved, bringing hyper-realistic textures to the fore during playback of any performance.\u00a0The overall impression is smoother and warmer than the original HD 660S, thanks to the reduced distance between selected peaks and troughs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/111_techweek.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"825\" height=\"438\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The soft ear cushions and padded headband place the updated 300 ohm drivers at the optimal distance from the ear, providing a spacious soundstage with plenty of detail even for extended musical exploration.\u00a0The surround converter lowers the resonant frequency from 110 Hz (the original HD 660S) to 70 Hz for easy movement of powerful drums.\u00a0Even the outer mesh grills are designed to manage airflow with the perfect impedance for refined listening sessions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"lets-review-block__wrap lets-review-block__wrap-10 lr-cf lets-review-wrap-155026 lets-review--center lets-review-skin-1 lets-review-design-5 lets-review-ani-1 lets-review-score-type-3 lets-review-type-1 lets-review-score-type__icon conclusion__off proscons__off\" data-design=\"5\" data-score-type=\"3\" data-skin=\"1\"><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__main-title lr-vc lets-review-block__pad\"><div class=\"lets-review-block__mask lr-vc\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-100x100.jpg\" class=\"attachment-thumbnail size-thumbnail\" alt=\"Sennheiser HD 660S2\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-192x192.jpg 192w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-384x384.jpg 384w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-110x110.jpg 110w, https:\/\/www.stereoindex.com\/tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/Sennheiser-HD-660S2-220x220.jpg 220w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 100px) 100vw, 100px\" \/><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block__title lr-font-h\" style=\"\">Sennheiser HD 660S2<\/div><\/div><div class=\"lets-review-block lets-review-block__final-score lets-review-block__final-score-type-3 lets-review-block__pad score-level-9\"><div class=\"score__wrap lr-all-c\" style=\"background:#f8d92f; 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