If it's an easy, uncomplicated listen, then we highly recommend the Sennheiser HD 660S2. Thanks to their "charming smoothness", easy listening is guaranteed.
Better still, they've recently dropped in price to £399 at Sevenoaks. That's a generous £100 discount on the four-star performers.
For the money, the HD 660S2 offer an exceptionally smooth and easy listening experience that handles any genre with aplomb.
The 38mm driver with ultra-light aluminium voice coil, housed within an open-backed design, creates what we described as a ridiculously easy listen that excels with acoustic and vocal-heavy material.
During all our tests, the HD 660S2 painted a beautifully intimate picture with tracks like A-ha's MTV Unplugged version of Take On Me, delivering vocals that are super-smooth and ooze refinement.
The accompanying instruments, such as guitar and piano, become extra ingredients that add to the soothing experience.
At 260g, these headphones strike a comfortable balance between substantial build quality and wearability, too.
The generous velour earpads feel like slipping your feet into a pair of posh slippers, while the soft headband padding ensures extended listening sessions remain comfortable.
However, it's worth noting that the HD 660S2 do struggle somewhat with bass-heavy tracks that demand tight, controlled dynamics.
While they produce adequate bass weight, the delivery lacks the tautness and punch found in rivals such as the Beyerdynamic Amiron – something that can stifle the low-reaching dynamics of tracks like Billie Eilish's Bad Guy.
Despite this limitation, the HD 660S2 earned a four-star rating for sound quality, with perfect five-star scores for both build and comfort.
We only have two final, minor words of caution for you. First, the set's 300-ohm impedance means they'll benefit from proper amplification to reach their full potential.
Also, it’s worth reiterating their open-back nature – ideal for unwinding in relaxing, quiet, home listening sessions. Not so much for the commute, gym, or office.
For listeners whose preferences lean towards acoustic, vocal-heavy, or midrange-focused material with all the airy benefits of an open-back experience, though, this represents excellent value at a reduced price of £399.
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