HD 800 S vs Meze Audio Poet
The Poet's sensitivity is 101 dB against the HD 800 S's 102 dB, its impedance 55Ω against 300Ω, and its high-frequency extension 96 kHz against 51 kHz. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz).
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The Sennheiser HD 800 S is a premium open-back headphone renowned for its exceptional sound quality and spacious soundstage. It features a 56mm Ring Radiator dynamic transducer, which provides a natural and balanced sound. The headphones incorporate an acoustic absorber system to reduce frequency masking, ensuring all nuances in music are audible. They are crafted with luxurious comfort in mind, featuring microfiber ear and headband padding, and an ultra-ergonomic design with adjustable metal headbands and dual-axis articulating earcups.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The Poet's sensitivity is 101 dB against the HD 800 S's 102 dB, its impedance 55Ω against 300Ω, and its high-frequency extension 96 kHz against 51 kHz. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz).
The Aeolus's sensitivity is 98 dB against the HD 800 S's 102 dB, its low-frequency extension 10 Hz against 4 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 25 kHz against 51 kHz. Both share impedance (300Ω).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The MDR-Z1R's sensitivity is 100 dB against the HD 800 S's 102 dB, its impedance 64Ω against 300Ω, and its high-frequency extension 120 kHz against 51 kHz. Both share low-frequency extension (4 Hz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The AH-D9200's sensitivity is 105 dB against the HD 800 S's 102 dB, its impedance 24Ω against 300Ω, its high-frequency extension 56 kHz against 51 kHz, and its low-frequency extension 5 Hz against 4 Hz.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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