Sennheiser HD 580 Specifications

HD 580
HD 580 Dynamic Headphone
The HD 580 Precision are award-winning, audiophile-quality, open dynamic hi-fi/professional
stereo headphones. The advanced diaphragm design eliminates standing waves for warm,
natural sound. The HD 580 Precision can be connected directly to hi-fi systems of the highest
quality, in particular DAT, DVD, MiniDisc and CD players. These headphones are an ideal
choice for the professional recording engineer recording classical music.
Features—Benefits
• Computer-optimized magnet systems minimize harmonic and intermodulation distortion
• Extremely lightweight aluminum voice coils ensure excellent transient response
• Neodymium ferrous magnet systems ensure optimum sensitivity and a very wide dynamic
range
• Exceptionally natural, spatial and accurate sound
• Detachable OFC copper cable, Kevlar-reinforced, with very low handling noise
• Velour ear cushions

Technical Data

Frequency response
Transducer principle
Frequency characteristic
Nominal impedance
Characteristic SPL at 1 kHz
Load rating
THD
Ear coupling
Contact pressure
Weight (without cable)
Connector
Connection cable

Optional Accessories

Stereo volume control
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Manufacturing Plant: Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany
12–38,000 Hz
dynamic, open
diffuse field equalized
300
97 dB
200 mW
0.1 %
circumaural
approx. 2.5 N
9.17 oz
1/8" stereo mini jack plug with adapter
to 1/4" stereo jack plug
3 m, detachable dual-sided OFCp copper cable
HZR 6