Sennheiser HD 550

Cable
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Product details

Discover unheard details. Want to take your daily listening or gaming experience to another level? Maybe you want to discover more details in your favourite tracks or stay absolutely focused in gaming mode with zero latency and no loading times. Or maybe you just want to relax in style at home. Either way, if you're looking for first-class sound at an affordable price, the HD 550 is for you.

Key specifications

Application range
General
Equipment + Functions
Removable cable
Signal transmission
Cable
Headphone type
Over ear headphones
Isolation
Open
Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (1x)

General information

Item number
57291271
Manufacturer
Sennheiser
Category
Headphones
Manufacturer no.
700455
Release date
1.4.2025
Sales rank in Category Headphones
1267 of 8230
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Colour

Colour
Black
Exact colour description
Black

Material

Material
Metal mesh (housing)Synthetic velour (ear pads)

Application range

Application range
General

Headphone properties

Equipment + Functions
Removable cable
Music control
Universal (1-button remote control)
Signal transmission
Cable

Headphone type

Headphone type
Over ear headphones
Fit
Headband
Isolation
Open
Driver diameter
38 mm
Adjustability
Removable cable

Audio properties

Frequency range
6 - 40000 Hz
Sensitivity
107.90 dB
Max. noise level
106.70 dB
Impedance
150 Ω

Connections

Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (1x)

Power supply

Power supply
None

Origin

Country of origin
China

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂ emissions
68.85 kg
Climate contribution
CHF 1.64

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
6.3 mm audio adapterAudio cable (3.5 mm)

Product dimensions

Weight
237 g

Package dimensions

Length
23.50 cm
Width
19.50 cm
Height
10 cm
Weight
600 g

30-day right of return
24 Months Warranty (Bring-in)
1 additional offer

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Reviews & Ratings

Warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 78.Creative
    3.2 %
  • 78.Fresh'N Rebel
    3.2 %
  • 78.Sennheiser
    3.2 %
  • 82.OnePlus
    3.3 %
  • 82.Suunto
    3.3 %

Warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 82.Edifier
    7 days
  • 82.Hifiman
    7 days
  • 84.Sennheiser
    8 days
  • 84.Suunto
    8 days
  • 86.B&O Audio
    9 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Headphones» category returned?

Source: Digitec Galaxus
  • 91.Marshall
    4.3 %
  • 93.AKG Pro
    4.4 %
  • 93.Sennheiser
    4.4 %
  • 95.FiiO
    4.5 %
  • 95.Hama
    4.5 %
Source: Digitec Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good89/100
Very good97/100
HiFi Test Logo
HiFi TestSingle testReleaseJuly 2025
  • PositiveVery good, neutral, pleasantly lively sound
  • PositiveVery low weight
  • Positivevery comfortable ... ... except when bald

    Clear, neutral and musical sound that really inspires. Personally, I could live with the HD 550, with a softer padded headband it would even be excellent. Great thing, worth every cent.

    Without ratingNo rating
    CT Magazin Logo
    CT MagazinSingle testReleaseJuly 2025

    Sonova has reissued the Sennheiser HD 550 open headphones with cable connection. The lightweight design is comfortable to wear thanks to the soft, circumaural cushions. The frequency response of the HD 550 (red) is very similar to that of the neutral reference model HD 600 (yellow)...

    Without ratingNo rating
    Audio & StereoplaySingle testReleaseJune 2025
    • PositiveExtremely balanced, neutral sound image
    • Positivelow weight
    • Positiveperfect fit, good headband adjustment options
    • Positivevery good wearing comfort
    • NegativeNo hard case included in the scope of delivery

    The HD 550 gave a fantastic performance, especially with audiophile music content. For me, it is a clear recommendation for fans of neutrality who like to listen analytically and often. Those who like more punch, on the other hand, should go for the HD 505.

    Very good80/100
    GameStar Logo
    GameStarSingle testReleaseMay 2025
    • PositiveAiry sound thanks to open design and high impedance
    • PositiveExtremely detailed sound
    • PositiveWide sound stage
    • PositiveSuitable for players and music lovers
    • PositiveGood wearing comfort
    • NegativeNo microphone
    Very good91/100
    gamezoom.netSingle testReleaseMay 2025
    • PositiveVery good processing quality
    • Positivecomfortable weight
    • Positivehigh wearing comfort
    • Positiveclear trebles
    • PositivePrecise mids
    • PositiveBalanced and dynamic bass