Sennheiser HD 560S Open-Back Wired Headphones

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Product guide

Sennheiser HD 560S Open-Back Wired Headphones

Sennheiser HD 560S headphones are wired, over-ear open-back headphones described as tuned for neutral, analytical listening. Their detachable cable and angled drivers suit desktop music listening and monitoring, while the open-back design is better suited to quieter spaces than blocking outside sound.

At a glance

Open-back earcups and angled drivers are intended to create a spacious presentation for focused listening.
The detachable cable supports replacement or removal when storing the headphones.
A wired connection avoids reliance on batteries or wireless pairing.

Price

$249.95Save 11%

Reference price: ~~$279.95~~

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Neutral-leaning tuning and angled drivers are aimed at evaluating recordings and monitoring detail.
The detachable cable and listed 3.5 mm and 6.35 mm connections offer options for compatible audio sources.
Customer feedback reports positive experiences with sound, comfort and music production.

Cons

Open-back construction does not isolate the listener from surrounding sound and can let playback be heard nearby.
A wired connection limits movement compared with wireless headphones.
No microphone is identified in the supplied product details, so buyers seeking a call headset should confirm suitability.

Technical specifications

17 specifications

Identity
Brand	Sennheiser
Model	HD 560S

Connectivity and controls
Connection	Wired
Control method listed	Remote
Hardware interface	3.5mm Audio
Headphone jack	6.35 mm Jack
Cable	Detachable

Audio
Impedance	120 ohm
Frequency range	6 Hz to 38 kHz
Sensitivity	112 db
Driver type	Dynamic Driver

Dimensions and fit
Form factor	Over Ear
Dimensions listed	30 x 11.1 x 19.8 cm; 600 g
Weight listed	600 g

Materials and protection
Water resistance	Not Water Resistant
Earpad material listed	Velour
Colour	Black

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives a 120 ohm impedance and describes the headphones as usable with varied sources, but source output levels are not specified. Confirm your device can drive them to your preferred listening level. The listing's dimensions include a 600 g weight, while a separate weight field also states 600 g. Treat the listing's weight and dimensions as manufacturer-provided details rather than independently verified measurements. Customer feedback reports mixed opinions about fit and clamping force, and some users raise noise-cancellation concerns. This is an open-back headphone with no noise control listed, so it should not be chosen for active noise cancellation or sound isolation.

What’s in the box

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Listeners seeking wired, open-back headphones for music listening or analytical monitoring.
Desktop listeners and gamers who prefer an open presentation and can use headphones without sound isolation.
Buyers who want a detachable cable and have a compatible audio-jack source.

Less suited to

People who need wireless listening, active noise cancellation or isolation from ambient noise.
Use in shared or noisy spaces where sound leakage or outside noise would be disruptive.
Buyers who need a built-in microphone for calls without confirming its availability.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 3,717 ratings

5 stars75%75%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars1%1%
1 star4%4%

Customer feedback highlights sound quality, comfort, music production and gaming as strengths, with some users reporting that fit and clamping force vary. Some also raise noise-cancellation concerns. That matters here because the HD 560S is an open-back wired design with no noise control listed, so it is intended for listening where isolation is not the priority. The overall rating distribution is mostly five-star but includes lower ratings, and ratings alone do not establish why individual customers felt as they did.

Positive themes

Customers report positive sound quality and use for music production.
Customers describe comfortable extended listening and good suitability for gaming.
Customers report favourable impressions of durability and value.

Negative themes

Some customer feedback reports concerns with noise cancellation. The product listing does not describe active noise cancellation.

Mixed feedback

Customer opinions vary on fit and clamping force.

Frequently asked questions

Are the HD 560S wireless?

No. The listing identifies them as wired headphones, with audio-jack connections.

Do these headphones block outside noise?

They use an open-back design and list no noise control. They are not a suitable choice when sound isolation or active noise cancellation is required.

Can the cable be removed?

Yes. The listing describes the cable as detachable.

What comes in the package?

The manufacturer contents list names an adapter, cable, headphones and user manual. See the package details below because another listing feature list gives a different contents description.