Sennheiser's reference class HD 800 headphones offer the most natural and true sound in every detail. Improving on a seemingly perfect formula is no easy task, but Sennheiser engineers managed to further improve the sound reproduction in the HD 800 S, open circumaural.

The stunning industrial design seamlessly blends form and function, the layered metal and plastic band construction dampens vibrations for the headphones, while the handcrafted microfiber earcups provide exceptional comfort even for long periods of listening pleasure.

Designed for perfection, the HD 800 and HD 800 S are precision built in Germany from only the finest materials and components. The transducer is coated in stainless steel, while the band and earcup mount use the most advanced materials developed in the aerospace industry for high strength and minimal weight.

The improved sound reproduction of the HD 800 S is achieved by adding the innovative absorption technology first used in the Sennheiser IE 800 - a breakthrough that enabled the audibility of very high frequency sounds by eliminating a phenomenon known as the "masking effect". The masking effect occurs when high frequencies are heard at the same time as lower frequencies at a higher volume and the human ear only manages to hear the low frequencies. By removing unwanted energy behind the speaker, Sennheiser's patented absorption technology prevents any unwanted volume peaks and allows all frequency components - even the finest nuances - in the musical material to be heard. This innovation was a key element in making the IE 800 a benchmark headphone for sound quality and in the HD800S it helps bring even greater purity and precision.

Such improvements build on the formidable achievements of the classic IE 800, with its 56mm driver - the largest ever used in dynamic headphones. The unique ear cup design directs sound waves to the ear at an angle to create an impressively natural and spatial listening experience.

The HD 800 S have a matte black finish, compared to the silver finish of the classic HD 800 giving a modern twist to the SENNHEISER classic