Sennheiser HD 569
The closed-back, over-ear design with 38mm dynamic drivers delivers a 10Hz-28kHz frequency response for rich, clear bass and reference-grade audio without disturbing others. Its secure fit, in-line microphone, and efficient 23-ohm impedance add everyday convenience and a strong budget audio score of 64.3/100. These headphones are best for home listeners who want faithful sound reproduction, isolation, and hands-free calls at an accessible price.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 38
impedance ohms 23
open closed back closed
48 Overall Score
Price £109
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
- Strong sound (74th percentile) 74th
Cons
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
Based on 24 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.8 kg / 1.7 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | velour |
| Headband | padded |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 38 |
| Freq Min | 10 |
| Freq Max | 28000 |
| Impedance | 23 |
| Sensitivity | 115 |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.99 |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
| Mic Count | 1 |
| NC Mic | No |
| Boom Mic | No |
| Detachable Mic | No |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 569 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | JBL Live 770NC | TOZO HT3 HT3 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra | Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 38 | 40 | 40 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 23 | 314 | 32 | 16 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 65 | 90 | 24 | 20 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser HD 569 | 30.4 | 43.8 | 77.2 | 74.3 | 44 | 10 | 36.5 | 47.2 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.5 | 85.1 | 77.2 | 95.2 | 72.2 | 50.2 | 98.9 | 97.4 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.5 | 97.2 | 84.8 | 91.5 | 50.2 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| TOZO HT3 HT3 Compare | 87.3 | 85.1 | 95.9 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 50.2 | 96.6 | 91.5 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.3 | 78.5 | 95.9 | 47.9 | 68.6 | 79.3 | 99.3 | 66.2 |
| Apple AirPods Max MWW43AM/A Compare | 87.3 | 82.8 | 92.4 | 92.6 | 65.9 | 28.4 | 93.7 | 97.4 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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