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expirediconian | Staff posted Oct 6, 2023 10:59 PM

Sennheiser HD 800 S Dynamic Open-Back Stereo Headphones

$1,149

$1,799

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Adorama has Sennheiser HD 800 S Dynamic Open-Back Stereo Headphones on sale for $1799.95 - $650.95 when you apply promo code OCTO2023 at checkout = $1149. Shipping is free.

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About this Item:
  • Reference class open-back audiophile headphones
  • 56mm Ring Radiator dynamic transducer system
  • Impressively natural and spatial listening experience
  • Acoustic absorber system prevents frequency masking for unheralded detail
  • Ultra-ergonomic adjustable metal headband with inner damping element
  • Luxuriously comfortable microfiber ear and headband padding on key contact points

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Adorama has Sennheiser HD 800 S Dynamic Open-Back Stereo Headphones on sale for $1799.95 - $650.95 when you apply promo code OCTO2023 at checkout = $1149. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for finding this deal.

About this Item:
  • Reference class open-back audiophile headphones
  • 56mm Ring Radiator dynamic transducer system
  • Impressively natural and spatial listening experience
  • Acoustic absorber system prevents frequency masking for unheralded detail
  • Ultra-ergonomic adjustable metal headband with inner damping element
  • Luxuriously comfortable microfiber ear and headband padding on key contact points

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Written by SaltyOne | Staff

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Written by iconian | Staff

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Oct 7, 2023 6:21 PM
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RockHardRockCrawlerOct 7, 2023 6:21 PM
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$1k then I'll bite. $1,150 is basically the new price now.
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Oct 7, 2023 7:44 PM
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Oct 7, 2023 7:54 PM
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ripplinghurstOct 7, 2023 7:54 PM
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They seem to hold their value well, used, usually sell by $900 and they might be several years old.

At least by comparison with other top brands, you'll won't get a better deal. Wish their headphone amps were also on sale.
Oct 7, 2023 11:48 PM
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KRT09Oct 7, 2023 11:48 PM
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Quote from FioreB2420 :
Who buys $1,000 headphones? Let me ask this again, who goes on slick deals to look for $1,000 headphones?
These used to sell for $1600 and still do at most retailers, so this is a Slick Deal if you're in the market for this. I think the MSRP is $1800.

Quote from ripplinghurst :
At least by comparison with other top brands, you'll won't get a better deal. Wish their headphone amps were also on sale.
Not true at all, Sennheiser is dropping their prices to compete. All of the HD800's direct competitors like the Focal Clear, Hifiman Arya, Audeze LCD-X, ZMF Aeolus to some extent, are the same price or cheaper than the HD800S.
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Oct 8, 2023 1:37 AM
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IamWUOct 8, 2023 1:37 AM
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Quote from FioreB2420 :
Who buys $1,000 headphones? Let me ask this again, who goes on slick deals to look for $1,000 headphones?
It's just like any other deal wym? Haha. I come on SD half the time not knowing I even wanted or needed something.
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Oct 8, 2023 2:03 AM
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kyu1001Oct 8, 2023 2:03 AM
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Must.. resist..
Oct 8, 2023 2:08 AM
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OnyxZ28Oct 8, 2023 2:08 AM
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Did Adorama ever honor the Focal Utopia orders?

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Oct 8, 2023 2:32 AM
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CyberAthleteOct 8, 2023 2:32 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank CyberAthlete

I own these along with a lot of other headphones.

Personally for tonality and overall musicality (for most genres): Focal Clear ($890 on headphones.com)
For symphonies/orchestra, acoustic, movies/gaming: Sennheiser HD 800S (that's because that huge soundstage helps)

You can find used HD800S for less than $800 on forums and resale websites.

I own (along with a dozen different amps):
Senn HD800S
Senn HD660
Senn HD598
Senn PC38X
Focal Clear
Focal Radiance (closed equivalent of Clear)
Sony MDR-Z7
V-MODA M100
Sony XM3 and XM4 Noise Cancelling
Philips Fidelio X2
Audeze Maxwell (PC/Xbox)
PS Inzone H7


a lot of earphones as well but that's a separate category and story
Last edited by CyberAthlete October 7, 2023 at 07:37 PM.
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Oct 8, 2023 2:39 AM
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JJpeppersOct 8, 2023 2:39 AM
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I'll stick with my Pyle headphones 😂
Oct 8, 2023 3:06 AM
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wolverine88Oct 8, 2023 3:06 AM
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Quote from RockHardRockCrawler :
$1k then I'll bite. $1,150 is basically the new price now.
$999 I will bite....
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Oct 8, 2023 3:07 AM
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wolverine88Oct 8, 2023 3:07 AM
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Quote from CyberAthlete :
I own these along with a lot of other headphones.

Personally for tonality and overall musicality (for most genres): Focal Clear ($890 on headphones.com)
For symphonies/orchestra, acoustic, movies/gaming: Sennheiser HD 800S (that's because that huge soundstage helps)

You can find used HD800S for less than $800 on forums and resale websites.

I own (along with a dozen different amps):
Senn HD800S
Senn HD660
Senn HD598
Senn PC38X
Focal Clear
Focal Radiance (closed equivalent of Clear)
Sony MDR-Z7
V-MODA M100
Sony XM3 and XM4 Noise Cancelling
Philips Fidelio X2
Audeze Maxwell (PC/Xbox)
PS Inzone H7


a lot of earphones as well but that's a separate category and story
Glad to see another ppl like me, I also collected a lot (close to 100) cans and buds.
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Oct 8, 2023 3:09 AM
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CujobobOct 8, 2023 3:09 AM
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Quote from FioreB2420 :
Who buys $1,000 headphones? Let me ask this again, who goes on slick deals to look for $1,000 headphones?
People who like nice headphones, obviously. I'm listening to $600 wired earbuds, people like different things.
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Oct 8, 2023 3:21 AM
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revocOct 8, 2023 3:21 AM
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By now these are worth $900.

Source: I am a professional assessor of value.

People can end their headphone journey by getting a Sony 7506 and be done.
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Oct 8, 2023 3:53 AM
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CyberAthleteOct 8, 2023 3:53 AM
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Quote from wolverine88 :
Glad to see another ppl like me, I also collected a lot (close to 100) cans and buds.
Uff man that's a lot. I had more but cut down as I felt there is no need in keeping cans or things I don't use. I will be selling off some amps, headphones, earphones, speakers etc etc just to keep the ones I really spend my time with and invest the rest of the money in my retirement or stocks. Even with so many headphones I still only find myself reaching for 2 maybe 3 at all times depending on use.

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Oct 8, 2023 4:14 AM
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