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AveryC
1571
Nov 28, 2017
Shipping Update for July and October Orders: Updated 12/11: Fulfillment for July and October orders is complete (aside from a handful of orders requiring additional attention). Looking forward to you all receiving the HD 6XX!! Updated 12/7: We have received the latest batch of headphones from Sennheiser, and we are continuing to fulfill the remaining orders in the July drop. This batch is large enough to complete the July shipment, as well as start fulfilling some October orders. Shipping out all July orders is our first priority, and as this wraps up there will be some movement in the October orders. Thank you all for your patience as we work on getting these headphones shipped and delivered by Christmas!

Shipping Update for July Orders: Updated 12/4: I have a quick update on the HD 6XX shipment for July orders. About 6,000 headphones have shipped and we are expecting another batch of headphones to arrive from Sennheiser this week. The units will go through quality control checks and will then be prepared for shipment. We are on track to meet our estimated ship date, and we’ll update you all next week with the latest status. Thank you for your patience! Updated 11/27: As of today over 5,800 headphones have shipped, which is about 63% of the drop. We are expecting another batch from Sennheiser to arrive next week. Once this next batch arrives the headphones will go through quality control checks, and will then be prepared for shipment. We'll continue to ship out the headphones as we receive them, and I’ll provide an update next week with the shipping status.

Shipping Update for June Orders: The fulfillment for this drop is complete. To view the history of updates you can visit: https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-sennheiser-hd6xx/talk/1852233
Gsh2000
63
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCIf I'm correct in thinking the October drop is up after this July drop then these are shipping out right on track. The estimated Christmas delivery was on point.
jonasjschreiber
4
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCI ordered on 7/11 and received an email on 11/16 telling me to update shipping info by 11/19. Am I correct that if I've yet to receive a shipment notification then it won't go out for another week?
AbhiramC
51
Nov 28, 2017
jonasjschreiberThat isn't the shipping notification, you would get a seperate notification when yours has shipped. It isn't a 100 percent change that yours will get shipped next week, but they likely will.
chuckolatte
171
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCMan, the amount being shipped per week seems to be really sporadic. Last week, only about a thousand shipped. This week, more than six thousand. Idk what to say, but well done! I await my October drop lol
mixture
8
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCBought mine on Jul 25, super stoked to hear it's been shipped already; nearly 3 weeks ahead of the estimated shipping date. Thanks! :)
chuckolatteActually, I think it has to do with their QC. If they receive a shipment on Monday and it takes say a day or two for them to go through the shipments, then there would be objectively less headphones shipped that week by the time the weekend rolls around whereas the following week would just be filled with fulfilling orders.
ampair
6
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCWoohoo, great job guys! And I'm still clinging to that little straw of hope that they arrive before Christmas... According to my experiences with Austrian customs that's not very likely though.
jonasjschreiber
4
Nov 28, 2017
AbhiramCWow, so folks who ordered two weeks after I did are receiving their orders at least a week before I do...weak. Oh well.
Drizzt321
138
Nov 28, 2017
Gsh2000I hope that's the case, so I'm hoping the next batch will finish off July, so in ~2 weeks I hope to have gotten a tracking number for my headphones from an Oct 15 order. *crosses fingers*
IXero
9
Nov 28, 2017
AveryCDoesnt look like mine was apart of the first 5.8k TT.TT
Reknz
3
Nov 29, 2017
AveryCI ordered on the 28th July, so I will receive before the 18th December original ship date. Why would it go through Quality control? Would it not have already gone through Sennheiser systems based on massdrop requirements.
DwarveSC
7
Nov 29, 2017
ReknzI believe Massdrop does there own qc as does Sennheiser. Probably just to be more safe.
jonasjschreiber
4
Nov 29, 2017
jonasjschreiberWoot! Just received shipment email!
chuckolatte
171
Nov 29, 2017
jonasjschreiberWhen did you purchase?
AveryC@AveryCGood Day Kind Sir!
I ordered my HD6XX on Jul 29, 2017.
Not quite sure from your shipping post as to where I sit as I am included within your mentioned dates?
Am I lucky enough to be up next for shipping? Can I start becoming excited?!
Thanks for leeting me know
jonasjschreiber
4
Nov 30, 2017
chuckolatte
171
Nov 30, 2017
linsrae
19
Nov 30, 2017
AveryCHey AveryC, do we have an update for the Oct purchasers?
Girfster
0
Nov 30, 2017
AveryCordered on july 18th, just shipped today. Anyone in USA east coast have approximate shipping times?
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AveryC
1571
Nov 30, 2017
linsraeHi! Once all July orders ship I will have an update on the October orders. Thanks!
Brosefstalin42
260
Nov 30, 2017
GirfsterIf you've ever received a package from Massdrop on the same speed it will likely be similar, or if you've gotten a package from their region from other companies it will be similar.
Though if it's FedEx "Smart"Post then that can vary since they pretty much put packages on after regular speed shipments are loaded, so if there isn't much space on the trucks, you wait longer. I kind of wish places would use UPS SurePost more since now after a few years it's pretty much ground service plus an extra day, the day you'd normally get it on ground, the USPS would get it for the handoff and deliver it the next day. FedEx must give better rates on smartpost than UPS does on surepost or else smartpost would be dead.
Girfster
0
Nov 30, 2017
Brosefstalin42Oh ok, this is my first massdrop order, I am super excited. Tracking has not updated, but this is just me being impatient, it will get here when it gets here : P
Emulle
6
Dec 1, 2017
AveryCA buyer reported that his unit was shipped from Germany to Denmark, is that true? In that case, will that be the norm for all purchases made from EU?
loonytik
0
Dec 1, 2017
EmulleMain distributing center of DHL seems to be in Germany, so that is probably a yes!
FireballPT
0
Dec 1, 2017
loonytikDoes that means that all buys from Europe are Customs Free ? That is the last thing keeping me from joining the drop :)
loonytik
0
Dec 1, 2017
FireballPTNot sure, it is still coming from America. America->Germany->other EU country.i am just thinking of it this way, even if it does get caught by customs there is still small discount left compared to the hd650.
FireballPT
0
Dec 1, 2017
loonytikYes I know, but there are some on ebay and the price may be better because their on sale from Ebay UK....
FireballPTBut if you add the new pads the ones on eBay are not very convenient anymore. Unless you want to use some sweaty old ones ;)
marcusfenix
2
Dec 3, 2017
AveryCAnyone bought it on July 30 received their shipment notification?
ampair
6
Dec 3, 2017
FireballPTUnfortunately not, you will have to at least pay your country's VAT. Plus maybe, a separate customs fee (10€ in Austria)
Descay90
43
Dec 4, 2017
AveryCI finally have my Massdrop x Sennheiser HD6XX on my hands after 5 months of waiting. This is my first ever Massdrop's purchase, and I like the headphones so much.
- Order on 29 June 2017 - Shipped out from New Jersey on 18 Nov - Received at Ezbuy's warehouse at Beaverton, Oregon on 28 Nov ( Using FedEx SmartPost) - Arrived at Singapore on 3 Dec - Delivered to my selected Ezcollect point on 4 Dec - Collected my long-awaited HD6XX on 4 Dec
For those who wants to purchase the HD6XX but living in Asia, you can consider using a forwarder shipping company to ship your item to your country.
Overall, I spend a total of SGD $302 (USD 224) to have the HD6XX, including forwarding charges.
Watchobs
0
Dec 4, 2017
marcusfenixAlso placed order on July 30th and yes I'm still waiting for notification of shipping timeline.
tomgretzky
17
Dec 5, 2017
AveryCstill waiting on the update
Jackula
1743
Dec 5, 2017
AveryCOrdered 24th of July, shipping notification was 27th November.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 5, 2017
AveryCOrdered July 31st
Still waiting for a notification ... Safe to assume they haven't shipped yet.
tomgretzky
17
Dec 5, 2017
AveryCwill part of the october drop ship next week or two weeks from now
Hypnautica
16
Dec 5, 2017
tomgretzkyYea ... my hopes aren't high on getting them early ... oh well, eventually is fine.
Gsh2000
63
Dec 5, 2017
Hypnauticawell you're at the tail end of the July drop aren't you? i have a feeling that when the next batch of orders come in from sennheiser it'll probably be the remainder of the July order and maybe some of the October if we're lucky. although i'm just guessing here..
Gsh2000Most likely this. If we're lucky, we'll start to see some October orders ship next week.
tomgretzky
17
Dec 5, 2017
Jishengokay awesome because I have hope now
chuckolatte
171
Dec 5, 2017
tomgretzkyNice, I will say. Still pretty killer to wait though lol
Syrento349
19
Dec 5, 2017
AveryCI've still not received a shipping notification.
deeps
5
Dec 5, 2017
chuckolatteDoes anyone know if the Assembly and Shipping will go on during the December period from Sennhiser side. I actually joined the November Drop and am hopping for a early new year surprise instead of the estimated March shipping :)
chaplndave
9
Dec 6, 2017
AveryCWith all the hullabaloo about early shipping, I still have not received word that mine is even close to shipping. Looks like I will still be closer to the mid-December ship date originally planned. Sure hope you haven't forgotten me. Wishing all an early Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
OnyxAU
1
Dec 6, 2017
deepsWell I ordered mine back in june/July and they still haven't arrived or even been shipped so I highly doubt the November drop will be coming before then
chaplndave
9
Dec 6, 2017
OnyxAUYea... I ordered mine back in July too. When people started getting them so early, I was hopeful..but looks like it may be closer to the original 3rd week in December. I wish they would let those of us still waiting know approximately when we might get them.
marcusfenix
2
Dec 6, 2017
WatchobsLet me know when you get it. Thanks.
deepsThe issue isn't with the assembly but with how long it takes Sennheiser to receive the materials to make the Massdrop version of these headphones. The March date might be because Sennheiser isn't getting the supplies until late January or February.
AveryCI don't suppose you can say about how many are left from the July purchase after the 6000 that have shipped out. I purchased late, so I know I'm one of the last in line, but I'm still getting antsy XD
Brosefstalin425800/.63=9206 headphones in the July drop so there's about 3206 headphones left to ship.
dahn626
16
Dec 6, 2017
AveryCAny update to those who ordered in October? Are they still on track to meet their shipping date before Christmas? A little concerned because if the July orders still haven't gone out...not sure what the October orders are looking like at this point...
chuckolatte
171
Dec 6, 2017
dahn626No idea. Just as concerned as you are for mine.
DavidEricks
7
Dec 6, 2017
dahn626I ordered July 26th and have heard nothing. I'm fairly certain mine will ship out this week, since I've seen posts where people ordered on the 25th and have already gotten their headphones. Hopefully, the shipment they're getting will cover the rest of July and a good chunk of October.
IXero
9
Dec 6, 2017
DavidErickssame. I cant complain because im sure they will ship before the original ship date but im a little sad I got the last group of shipments. =[.
dahn626
16
Dec 6, 2017
DavidEricksIXero - this Q is to you as well - when was your target shipping date that MD gave you?
DavidEricks
7
Dec 6, 2017
dahn626December 18th for me.
dahn626
16
Dec 6, 2017
DavidEricksLol...I ordered in October, but mine says 12/20/17. I wonder how this is going to work....
chuckolatte
171
Dec 6, 2017
dahn626SAME, also 12/20! And I was one of the first people in the October drop...
dahn626
16
Dec 7, 2017
chuckolatteWell...it looks like I'll have 2 nice shiny pairs of ear pads with no headphones this Christmas! (Both my earpads just shipped!)
chuckolatte
171
Dec 7, 2017
dahn626My god, it really will be a Silent Night for you, won't it? XD
HawaiiR
133
Dec 7, 2017
DwarveSC
7
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCFinally got my shipping notification!
Hopefully will get here before Christmas.
For those still waiting, ordered on July 26th and received it today (Dec. 7th)
PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 7, 2017
DwarveSCSame. got my shipping notification today, ordered on the 29th.
Looks like this is the final pulse of july orders.
DwarveSC
7
Dec 7, 2017
PigmonkeYYeah seems like the final batch finished QC.
My shipping is DHL to Canada, says tracking number is getting no results, same for you?
PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 7, 2017
DwarveSCTracking info won't actually update until the carrier picks up the package usually.
I have fedex tracking that isn't live yet.
DwarveSC
7
Dec 7, 2017
PigmonkeYYeah that's what I thought.
Magic4644
23
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCI joined the drop on 7/28 (towards the end of the drop) and just got the shipping notification. Thanks for beating the schedule!
IXero
9
Dec 7, 2017
dahn626I got the July 26 order period with a Delivery date of Dec 18th. Just shipped out today 12/7
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
IXeroI have yet to receive a shipping notification. I'm also a July 26th order. I'm guessing they're sorting through a large pile of orders.
teegg
7
Dec 7, 2017
Magic4644I too purchased on the 28th, Still waiting. Anticipation is killer lol
ItsVincent
9
Dec 7, 2017
teeggThese posts have me impatiently refreshing my email its killing me lol
Avedo
6
Dec 7, 2017
ItsVincentSame here lol. Purchased on the 26th and no notification yet.
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCAvery so not all October's drop will not be fullfilled before Christmas? Some people got their shipping tracking and notifcation already and I also did the drop same day as them on Oct. 13th. Will I be getting a notification and shipping tracking today?
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
jah_offisah808I haven't gotten tracking yet and I ordered July 26th.
muddavi
0
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCOrdered on 7/28 and just got a shipping notification this morning!!! It's great that you guys beat the estimated ship date.
Avedo
6
Dec 7, 2017
DavidEricksSame here
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
AvedoI keep seeing people from the October drop saying they have tracking numbers. It seems odd to me, especially considering I work in shipping.
Avedo
6
Dec 7, 2017
DavidEricksYea it does seem a little odd. I'm sure it's fine and we will get shipping info today but it is a little frustrating seeing people who ordered in October getting shipping info before we do.
E111
192
Dec 7, 2017
DavidEricksI ordered October, got a tracking number too.
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
E111you can mark me down as jealous. I've been refreshing the page all day, waiting for a change.
E111
192
Dec 7, 2017
DavidEricksI think I was in the first 800 or so of the October drop, if that helps at all
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
E111I ordered July 26th. I know I wasn't early in the July drop, but I ordered 4 days before the end. I do appreciate the sentiment though. I'm sure I'll get tracking either today or tomorrow.
DavidEricks
7
Dec 7, 2017
AvedoJust got tracking. Hopefully you get yours soon too!
Avedo
6
Dec 7, 2017
DavidEricksSame here, just got mine!
Aerolocity
1
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCSo I clicked on my tracking number which redirected me to FedEx and it says that my tracking number could not be found?
ryanlightman
0
Dec 7, 2017
Aerolocityjust refresh in a few hours, takes awhile to update the tracking in the DHL server
teegg
7
Dec 7, 2017
AveryCJust got my tracking number - could not be any more excited
GLS1
8
Dec 7, 2017
teeggMee too! Anticipation.......
YWMANSZ
8
Dec 8, 2017
teeggOrdered on the 31st, no tracking, no emails, nothing :(
dahn626
16
Dec 8, 2017
YWMANSZ10/31 is late. I ordered 10/14 - nothing yet.
dahn626I'm sure he meant July 31st. The October drop ended on October 15th.
YWMANSZ
8
Dec 8, 2017
dahn626Meant the 31st of july.
Gsh2000
63
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCOrdered on October 13 and just got the email for shipping
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
Gsh2000Woah that's YUUUGE! That means I'll probably get one soon too lol
dahn626
16
Dec 8, 2017
Gsh2000oooo got me hopes up now!!! the only unknown now is my bottlehead crack!
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
dahn626I wish you the best of luck with your Crackhead's bottle lol
Farko
109
Dec 8, 2017
Gsh2000I also ordered 13 October and was exactly the 750 buyer. I got mine sent 7 December 18:22 pacific time. Wich is 3:22 8 december here in Sweden.
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
FarkoHow can you check which buyer you were? I checked my emails on October 13th at 7:00AM Central Time and when I saw the drop was out again, I immediately snagged me a pair.
Gsh2000
63
Dec 8, 2017
chuckolattei don't think there's really a way to check it you kinda just got to remember where you were in line when you join the drop. i'm pretty sure i joined the october drop when there was less than 1000 people
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
Gsh2000If I VAGUELY had to recall, I think I was at the 200-300 mark...
Gsh2000No clue when I was in the line but I do have the email of joining the drop on Oct 13th, 12:43PM PDT.
The email might be a good way of determining the approximate place in line.
Farko
109
Dec 8, 2017
Gsh2000Yeah that's right there is no way, I just had an even number so I remembered it.
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
JishengOh wow, I received my email same day at 12:56 CST.
chuckolatteAlright so you bought it about 2 hours ahead of me. If you don't get your email tomorrow, then chances are I won't get one until next week.
Sippy
0
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCOrdered 7/28, shipped 12/7. Still ahead of estimated shipping date, what a roller coaster ride, lol!
Patriot92x
0
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCGot my shipment notification yesterday afternoon (Dec 7th). Ordered on Oct 13th in the first hour after the drop started.
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
JishengGot my shipping notification overnight, but when I try to click on fedex tracking, the order is not found...I'm sure I just need to give it time, but we'll see
chaplndave
9
Dec 8, 2017
chuckolatteI am so psyched...got word this morning that a shipping label had been created with actual shipping sometime later today. Does anyone know where Massdrop ships from? My shipping email link indicates they may be shipping from Edison, NJ. Regardless...hoping to see my Sennheisers by sometime next week. Ordered in late July...
chuckolatteAwesome. Just got my shipping number as well. Finals ends today so I'll be waiting excitedly at home for these!
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
JishengLucky you, my last finals are on Tuesday lol
Hypnautica
16
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCGOOD NEWS! It's en-route as of 12PM EST today.
BAD NEWS... It's coming on DHL, the worlds worst shipping company. Pray for my headphones people. :(
breyman
3
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCWoot! I ordered toward the beginning of the October set and just got my shipping notification! Super pumped.
Steve-Cast
58
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCI got my shipping confirmation! Now I can't stop refreshing FedEx's website and checking on Google Maps how far their last location is from mine... I know, it's crazy but I'm so glad to know they are coming before I expected :D
Thank you Massdrop!!!
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCWoke up at 6am to a email shipping confirmation! Cheehuuu!
tomgretzky
17
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCFINALLY THE HEADPHONES SHIPPED, NOW I CAN SLEEP AT NIGHT
Drizzt321
138
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCSweet! Just got my tracking number! Purchased Oct 15. Based on past shipping history, I should be getting this next Friday, or possibly the following Monday. So looking forward to these!
Jendram
3
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCHeadphones shipped to Spain (October drop, 10/15)!
Let's hope to receive them without any problem with customs :S
With a bit of luck I will be a happy new owner of the amazing Sennheiser HD 6XX just for Christmas. Thank you Massdrop! :)
sahin11
7
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCI ordered in October and they just started shipping mine! woot
CamboDude
2
Dec 8, 2017
sahin11Same here! October order crew and mine is on the way. Thank you Massdrop!
Zijian81
1
Dec 8, 2017
AveryCOctober 15th order here, and just got tracking number for FEDEX. TY for early Christmas item!
chuckolatte
171
Dec 8, 2017
Zijian81My FedEx order says "pending"
chuckolatteMassdrop have said that it could take up to 24 hours before it updates.
marcusfenix
2
Dec 9, 2017
WatchobsGot the notification 2 days ago.
chuckolatteCheck it now. My tracking number just updated with "Arrived at FedEx Location" at 5:06AM in Pennsylvania. Got a delivery date of Thursday!
fathanmujib
4
Dec 9, 2017
AveryCHi, does anyone know how the payment for customs and taxes are done? I probably will be on vacation when it is delivered. usually the deliverer gives packages to a neighboor when ones arent home, but as there is a payment has to be made, then ...?
Baal_Hammon
9
Dec 9, 2017
AveryCordered oct 15. shipped dec 9 (pt).
GLS1
8
Dec 9, 2017
Baal_HammonGees, you missed all the fun of anticipation like ordering in July!
GLS1SHIPPED!!!
What a fabulous email to receive. July to December is a very long time, but when I pay for them to get through Customs (savages....), are delivered into my loving hands....(sounds like a new child coming into the family!) Opened, inspected to make sure all looks well made, cables have a solid connection etc etc as I would expect from Sennheiser plus good quality control and then hook them up to my Jot....At that point, The order will be complete lol!
Good luck to everyone else...Keep us updated :)
chuckolatte
171
Dec 9, 2017
JishengSame lol
peace3314
0
Dec 9, 2017
AveryCI ordered on 10/14; shipped 12/9.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 9, 2017
AveryCHey hey,
Anyone else in Ontario, Canada with their headphones coming on DHL? I just wanna know if I'm sharing this torture with anyone else.
- Cheers.
E111
192
Dec 9, 2017
HypnauticaGet ready to pay around $42
Hypnautica
16
Dec 9, 2017
E111Money is the least of my concerns. I've just literally never had anything but a total nightmare with DHL. To call their employees incompetent would be an immeasurable understatement.
E111
192
Dec 9, 2017
HypnauticaWhen it enters the country it might be passed off to Canada Post
Hypnautica
16
Dec 9, 2017
E111Thank jebus.
Grimxxdiablo
5
Dec 11, 2017
Hypnauticamine is shipping with Canada post this morning just left Mississauga coming to midland should be here in 3-4 days pretty hyped
Hypnautica
16
Dec 11, 2017
GrimxxdiabloWhen did you order cause mine has taken 3 days to move 34 minutes down the road from Edison, NJ to Secaucus, NJ where it has sat for 24hrs as “processed“ without continuing to move toward Canada. Thanks a bunch DHL.
PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 11, 2017
HypnauticaIf it's any consolation, mine has been in transit from fedex to the post office in the same town for 3 days, in the states. The buildings are less than a mile from eachother.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 11, 2017
PigmonkeYWell now I'm just sorry for you too :(
tomgretzky
17
Dec 11, 2017
Hypnauticait took DHL 13 days to deliver my akg k7xx’s and I’m hoping it doesn’t take that long this time
Grimxxdiablo
5
Dec 11, 2017
HypnauticaMight just havve been there because of the weekend? I just got the update this morning that it got into and shipped from mississauga it was in secaucus for a few days to and i ordered july 28th
Hypnautica
16
Dec 11, 2017
GrimxxdiabloMaybe, I'm still waiting for that update though ... mine says the are still in the Secaucus wearhouse, ordered on the 31st though. I'm sure they will get here eventually. I'm just super hyped that's all. I've had my Schiit Jotunheim and even the balanced XLR cables for the HD6XX just sitting here waiting for ages. Day after day buying more and more WAVs of the dreamiest ethereal techno ... just awaiting the moment when I can fade away and become more headphone than man.
Grimxxdiablo
5
Dec 11, 2017
Hypnautica pretty giddy about it to, im using a set of headphones i got for free out of a beer case. so hopefully this will be a upgrade lol
Hypnautica
16
Dec 11, 2017
Grimxxdiablo"hopefully" haha ... I'm upgrading some V-Moda M100s ... you have nothing to worry about. Cept maybe having to pick up little pieces of your brain off the floor after they leak out your ears when these cans melt your noggin.
deeps
5
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCNice!! . and now that the Oct orders are done, do we know if there is any shipment for Sennheiser next week? Am from the Nov drop and wanted to know if i would be getting a surprise new year gift :D
Farko
109
Dec 12, 2017
deepslmao they will definetly not start shipping november orders 3 months ahead of schedule. they still have to build the headphones and run them through QC.
deepsExpect them to be, at most, one month earlier than the stated March 28th ship date and not much sooner. Throw away all thoughts of the headphones shipping anytime before February.
deeps
5
Dec 12, 2017
Jishengman.. thats a downing thought.. but i can still hope, neither you nor reality cannot take that away from me .
ItsVincent
9
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCUgh fedex is testing my patience. Package is 3 hours away and they decide to change my estimated delivery date from tomorrow to Friday.
ItsVincent
9
Dec 12, 2017
HypnauticaSame boat as you going from M-100s to these very interested in seeing how different they sound
xd1936
13
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCFinally got a tracking number for my July 30 order. Looking forward to it arriving.
chaplndave
9
Dec 12, 2017
chaplndaveBeen watching them snake their way cross country...fron Edison, NJ to PA to OH to Eastern Michigan. Shipping info has been sent to my local USPS. Scheduled delivery is not until tomorrow, but hoping for an early Christmas present today. Even with the heavy snow and drifting, USPS is supposed to deliver in any weather, right???
Hypnautica
16
Dec 12, 2017
ItsVincentMe too, that’s if they ever leave the warehouse in Secaucas, NJ Where they’ve just been sitting as “processed“ since Sunday morning...
Farko
109
Dec 12, 2017
HypnauticaThat's weird for me all in the same day it said "arrived att DHL distribution center" at 10am. "Processed" at 11am. And "procces completed at origin" at 1 pm. This was 9 December also in secuacas NJ. So they will probably be in Denmark or Germany Tomorrow on its way to Sweden.
dahn626
16
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCThank you Massdrop! Ordered Oct 14 and tracking says they'll be here by Friday, the 15th!
chuckolatte
171
Dec 12, 2017
FarkoMine have been in a city 6 hours away from me for 2 days now...
Drizzt321
138
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCYay! Tracking says FedEx it's in LA, handing off to USPS sometime today, so I should have it tomorrow! That is if USPS doesn't screw it up, which they might.
Numberoneq
28
Dec 12, 2017
AveryCMine should arrive Satuday! Shiit stack waiting for these headphones:)
chuckolatte
171
Dec 12, 2017
chuckolatteAAAAAND, my package just got pulled back to Friday...
Farko
109
Dec 13, 2017
Farkodo i need a dac even? i bought the darkvoice and i am thinking of buying maybe the modi 2. i heard that dacs dont make too much of a difference only if im hearing strange sounds while plugging it in to my pc otherwise it wont be needed. how important ios the dac really?
Drizzt321Mine got handed off to the USPS at around 3PM in SoCal and they're being delivered tomorrow as well. They usually deliver around 10-11AM to my address so I'll be able to enjoy them really early!
FarkoDACs aren't just about removing sound interference on your motherboard. Your PC generally only outputs 16 bit 44K audio which is fine for most people but if you're looking at FLAC files to go along with your shiny new 6XX for the best sound, you might want higher bit rates and those come from DACs. 24bit 96k for the Modi 2 up to 24bit 192K for the Multibit. People say higher bits give fuller sounds. Here's some comparison between the different bit rates:
https://www.audiostream.com/content/dsd-v-pcm-file-comparison-16441-2496-24192-64x-dsd-128x-dsd http://www.tested.com/tech/1905-the-real-differences-between-16-bit-and-24-bit-audio/
Edit: I should add in that it really only matters if you have amazeball rips and not just regular MP3 320 rips.
Numberoneq
28
Dec 13, 2017
FarkoNo one can tell you how important a dac will be to you. Many here have an opinion. Most would say a good dac makes a good set of cans better. The complete truth is you will have to try one yourself to make that determination. Choose one in your budget that has a good reputation and return policy if you cant try one out in a store. Let us know your findings.
Grimxxdiablo
5
Dec 13, 2017
AveryCanyone have a idea how much im going to have to pay for import fees into canada ontario?
E111
192
Dec 13, 2017
GrimxxdiabloAround $42
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 13, 2017
AveryCCustom Balanced XLR for my 6XX and Schiit Jotunheim
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PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 13, 2017
jah_offisah808who made them for ya?
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 13, 2017
PigmonkeYUrsine Audio
chuckolatte
171
Dec 13, 2017
jah_offisah808I actually ordered an isine cable from him as well lol. Hope it gets to me soon
Drizzt321
138
Dec 13, 2017
JishengJust checked the tracking, says the postal service has it in hand, so really should be here tomorrow! Probably right around lunch time too =D
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 13, 2017
chuckolatteI too my friend have a Isine20 lol and need a custom cable for that. Also just purchased the new LCD2 classic from Audeze its the remake of the original legend LCD 2 and need a custom balanced XLR for that too
OZED
1
Dec 13, 2017
Drizzt321I've been tracking mine, and its been traveling all across America. Why can't they just have a shipping point? Anyway, hope it comes before Christmas.
IXero
9
Dec 13, 2017
AveryCGot Mine!!! so excited if looks and feels great.
chaplndave
9
Dec 13, 2017
IXeroShipping information says it is out for delivery...and I'm at work...drat. Working a 12 hour shift today so will have to wait like until about 8 tonight. Oh well, I have tomorrow off and will be listening to these sweet headphones...can't wait. Hey...at least they got delivered five days earlier than predicted. Thanks Massdrop for a fantastic drop. Had to wait a long time to get the Senns, but I bet it will be worth every minute. Merry Christmas to all!!!
dahn626
16
Dec 13, 2017
chaplndaveMine is at a FedEx that's literally 1 hour and 20 minutes away, but it pushed back the arrival date from Friday to Saturday. It is currently Wednesday afternoon here on the east coast in the US.
2.5 days to drive 1 hour and 20 minutes...talk about underachieving...
Drizzt321
138
Dec 13, 2017
OZEDThey do have a shipping point, it originates from New Jersey. I'll admit I'm quite spoiled by Amazon having warehouses not so far from me so basically everything I buy is at most 2 days away (yay Prime!), but it's fairly reasonable IMO how they do it in order to keep shipping costs from being a lot more.
Drizzt321
138
Dec 13, 2017
AveryCYay! Apparently USPS delivered them fairly early this morning. Weird. But then I had a bunch of meetings so finally listening to them :) Sounds very good. Surprisingly my phone (HTC 10 now) can drive them quite while without having to have them maxed out. On the higher side, for sure, but not right at the top. Same thing for the Dragonfly Black I have plugged into the phone, although I find the output of that is slightly better than the phone. I've actually been fairly surprised at the quality and max output of the HTC 10's DAC/AMP.
chuckolatte
171
Dec 13, 2017
Drizzt321Just picked up my 6xx also! I have yet to open them...
chaplndave
9
Dec 14, 2017
chuckolatteReceived mine yesterday, but had to wait to get home from my 12 hour shift to listen to them. After my wife went to bed I took them out of the box, plugged them in, and...WOW! I have some Senn HD 580s and there is truly a difference. Don't get me wrong, I still love the 580s, but the HD 6XX is amazing. A big thank you to Massdrop for making this possible and a fantastic price. I'm telling my friends to check out Massdrop for some great offerings. Thanks also to the community forums for talking me through some interesting issues. Have a great Christmas everyone!!! From a satisfied Massdrop customer...
chuckolatte
171
Dec 14, 2017
chaplndaveYup, been listening to these for about 7 hours now with music/videos/gaming. I really do like them. The only caveat to these is that my LG V20 just doesn't quite get the job done. It's loud enough, but you can DEFINITELY hear improvement when I plug them into my Magni 2 Uber instead lol. Even though I like these, I did not forget the months of anguish we went through to receive them lol. So this is probably the last time I join a drop with such a long waiting time.
Slegolover
5
Dec 14, 2017
AveryCWhen will the 6xx headphones come to the people with a production from the October drop?
Numberoneq
28
Dec 14, 2017
SlegoloverI ordered Oct 14th. Mine are scheduled for delivery Saturday.
Slegolover
5
Dec 14, 2017
NumberoneqI got one email that said there has been a production delay there has been no other emails since that one that said there was a production delay and that was a 5 days ago.
Numberoneq
28
Dec 14, 2017
SlegoloverSorry to hear that. The last update said the October drop was finished except for some needing special attention. Or something like that. Maybe a fee didn't pass qc?
Slegolover
5
Dec 14, 2017
NumberoneqThank You
ItsVincent
9
Dec 15, 2017
AveryCI really hate how the USPS in my area never updates the tracking info.. my package has been “in transit to destination” from their facility which is literally 10 minutes away for 12 hours now.
Slegolover
5
Dec 16, 2017
They haven't even sent a tracking code
ItsVincent
9
Dec 17, 2017
I called them earlier to see if I could just pick it up instead of having to wait but apparently none of the USPS offices in my area claim to have even accepted the package from Fedex. This is becoming a huge headache to deal with.
Numberoneq
28
Dec 17, 2017
ItsVincentThankfully, shipping was smooth for me. If I were you I'd insist Massdrop get involved to find it.
BruceLem
2
Dec 17, 2017
ItsVincentI went through the same thing. I called USPS customer support, waited 50 min to speak to a rep. They tracked it to the branch location..3 trips to the branch over 2 days and I finally got them. Luckily I got them on the way to the airport for a 3 week vaca.
The USPS rep was pretty helpful. He told me if I needed to call in again just say you want to file a complaint (even if you aren't). The call will get routed to a queue that has a 5-10min SLA.
MooTaters
382
Dec 17, 2017
AveryCGot mine last night, a lot bassier than I had expected(having come from DT770 Pro 250ohm). Also a bit disappointed that the serial number is just a sticker, though it's not like it matters mine being almost 31,000. Laser etched would have been cool. Also for anyone wondering I ordered October 14th. Thanks for all the updates on everything!
E111
192
Dec 17, 2017
MooTatersI ordered the 13th and my number is 12k, maybe they are just random after a certain number
MooTaters
382
Dec 18, 2017
E111Wow that seems way out of wack. I mean I know they're large shipments but wow, I figured each chunk of shipments was in order(not exact but somewhat accurate) and actually estimated mine to be around 25-30k. I mean I know some October orders went out with the last of the July, so maybe things got mixed there and you got lucky.
PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 18, 2017
MooTatersordered july 29th, 24,895. who cares. cans are great.
MooTaters
382
Dec 18, 2017
PigmonkeYYeah, like I said it just seems crazy it varies that much, for yours to be double that of someone who ordered months later. That said no doubt if they were trying harder to sort them out it would have meant a lot later ship dates, which I prefer getting it sooner as I'm sure many would. And again based on people's SN's I had predicted mine might be in the 30k's, so it's not like I was expecting/hoping for anything low anyways.
olek.s
8
Dec 18, 2017
AveryCWhat is the expected delivery time for orders made in Europe? Mine shipped on Dec 8th, and it still hasn't arrived. According to tracking, it's been sitting in Germany since Dec 13th. I called DHL support and they told me that it MIGHT come into my country this week, but that delivery would probably be next week. I mean seriously?...
Jendram
3
Dec 18, 2017
olek.sI'm in your same situation. Let's Hope to have it this week or the next. At least it seems to have passed through customs without problem.
kirbisi
9
Dec 18, 2017
olek.smine is in germany since 9.12 :P i really hope they deliver before christmas :(
olek.s
8
Dec 18, 2017
kirbisiWow...there is something seriously wrong here.
Rautanen
5
Dec 18, 2017
kirbisiMy package has also been in Frankfurt since Dec. 9. and tracking hasn't been updated since then. I sent email to DHL already on Friday but of course they haven't replied.
Someone from UAE had his package waiting in Germany for 14 days before they appeared in Dubai.
Joshggz
4
Dec 18, 2017
olek.sHow so?
Mondrow
6
Dec 18, 2017
AveryCGuess I probably won't be getting mine before Christmas I was on the very end of the July drop and according to DHL they've been in transit to destination country (Australia) for just over a week now and are yet to arrive at customs. It'd be nice if DHL gave me some sort of delivery estimate...
chuckolatte
171
Dec 19, 2017
MondrowWhat if they're right outside your door right now? Lol
Mondrow
6
Dec 19, 2017
chuckolatteI wish, too bad I've been home all day...
jah_offisah808
32
Dec 19, 2017
AveryCWell I hope eveyone is happy getting there 6XX before Christmas and I'm getting mines on the 27th wahhh wahhh lol! I just ordered the LCD2 classic of the which is the remake of the orginal and getting before my 6XX coming in. Mines is probably on a damn boat coming to Hawaii and cant wait to piar it up with my new balanced XLR custom cable and Jotunheim AMP n DAC>
Reknz
3
Dec 19, 2017
MondrowMine were also sitting for transit to Australia. Tracking looks like they arrived in Australia 16th Dec, probably going through customs clearance. Might arrive before Christmas but doubtful due to Christmas Deliveries.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 19, 2017
ItsVincentHey, so I just got my HD6XX pair today. I wanted to come back and find you and see if you got your pair. I am actually sad to say that I'm pretty damn unimpressed. :(
I find there to be very very weak bass and almost no punch in a kickdrum. It's to the point where I fear I am doing something wrong but I can't think what.
I'm running a Schiit Jotunheim with the balanced DAC module with with a balanced XLR cable, made sure we are set to hi gain ... and yet the bass is VERY VERY underwhelming compared to the M-100s.
I just wanted to know your take when you have your pair to compare.
Cheers.
E111
192
Dec 19, 2017
HypnauticaStrange, I'm not basshead and it has a ton of punch and the bass is very solid, even without using my WA6 AMP straight to PC. Sounds almost bassier than my HD650 but probably due to brand new ear pads vs few years old ones. Sounds like you prefer bassy cans, these aren't them.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 19, 2017
AveryCHey there everyone,
So I got my pair today and I need some input. I know that because of all the wait that I will have overhyped the expectations a bit. But I find myself VERY underwhelmed.
The main problem that I perceive is that these headphones seem so have very weak bass and also very weak punch/clarity on something like a kickdrum to me. I tend to like to listen to Ethereal Techno type stuff. For example check out music from "Tale of Us".
I am running a Schiit Jotunheim with the DAC module. A balanced XLR cable. I have made sure that the amp is set to high gain. Strictly WAV files.
Is this just what I should expect from these headphones? I have upgraded from V-Moda M100s ... and while I understand that the HD6XX is an open pair of cans compared to the M100s being mostly closed. It's an extremely significant change/loss in the amount of bass.
I suppose this is my first pair of "audiophile" headphones but I am just so shocked. I also know that they probably need about 100 hours of play to break in but man oh man.
Am I doing something wrong? Have I set something up incorrectly?
Perhaps a silly question but if I am using the Jotunheim and the source for my music is my computer by way of USB using the DAC module, the unit is still using the amp right? I mean, I assume it is because I can hear a difference with high and low gain settings.
I'm just very confused and would welcome advice.
Thank you!!!
ItsVincent
9
Dec 19, 2017
HypnauticaSadly my HD6XX are still MIA :( USPS basically gave up on even doing their automated in-transit updates.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 19, 2017
ItsVincentThat's ok they will come! If you remember, would you mind letting me know your take on the comparison? I knew it would be different but not as different as I am perceiving. I guess the clarity of everything above about 120Hz in the HD6XX is pretty darn good but the bass is SO much less than the M100s it was a serious shock. I guess I just want to know that you experience something similar then I suppose it's just a difference I will need to get used to. But if you experience something different then I'll know to worry that there's something wrong with my pair haha.
PigmonkeY
1082
Dec 19, 2017
HypnauticaWhat you're hearing is the way the music was actually recorded without any additional coloring by the headphones. The hd650's actually have plenty of bass. Go pull up some trap music that is bass boosted from the producer.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 19, 2017
PigmonkeYI am on lunch at the moment and have only listened an hour, but even in this time my brain is correcting and I'm starting to fall in love. I'm sure I just need more time to get used to headphones that are by nature dramatically different that the M100s which really are only fashion cans. Like the clarity of the HD6XXs is huge. I'll give it more time.
Farko
109
Dec 19, 2017
Hypnauticayeah i felt that way too i have a logitech g633 gaming headset and was in a different city in my country and tried - hd660s, hd700, hd800, hd800s, focal elear and focal utopia and they all felt very bass light compared to my gaming headset almost felt like the bass was none existant. the clarity and soundstage was on a completly different league though making me not that bothered to sacrife my past bass needs.
Reknz
3
Dec 20, 2017
ReknzReceived today ....😏 quick sound test on an iPhone and these things sound great, a subtle warm ness but the clarity and soundstage is unreal. I did purchase an aftermarket mic cable as well so this can be used for gaming as well.👍
Rautanen
5
Dec 20, 2017
RautanenFor anyone interested ...
My package arrived at Frankfurt on Dec. 9. Since then there were no updates before yesterday evening Dec. 19. Now my package is in Rodgau which is like 25 km away from Frankfurt. I guess that's ... progress.
At least I know something is happening but clearly I won't get my HD6XX by the Christmas. It's pretty amazing how much time has been wasted. Two days from US to Germany, 10 days to transfer 25 km within Germany.
Jendram
3
Dec 20, 2017
RautanenI'm in the same situation. I believe that the problem is related with customs.
Rautanen
5
Dec 20, 2017
JendramYou may be right, I don't know how this works within EU.
I assumed that package would go through customs only at the final destination country, which in my case is Finland. But maybe there's some customs clearance also when the package enters EU.
Jendram
3
Dec 20, 2017
RautanenI thought the same. But it seems the opposite. I hope that they will contact us if they need some taxes or fees payment in order to move ahead the shipping. In addition, we came across all Christmas shipping problems. I am a bit sad with all of this, because I was quite hyped with the idea of enjoying my first pair of audiophile headphones this holidays.
olek.s
8
Dec 20, 2017
RautanenIs there not going to be any official response from Massdrop? They stopped using DHL in the US after years of complaints, yet when it comes to international orders, this was ignored.
In 2 days, it'll be 2 weeks since my order shipped, and it still looks like i'm nowhere near getting it. 2 weeks is supposed to be the upper limit for this shipping.
What infuriates me even more is the lack of tracking updates, I have no idea if it's just sitting in the same place, or if they aren't bothering to report its location.
I am fine with waiting months after a drop, so that the product can be manufactured, but it's not acceptable for the shipping to be this ridiculous.
It's been a poor first experience with Massdrop for me.
fathanmujib
4
Dec 20, 2017
olek.sI agree. DHL is giving me a bad service. I contacted my local post service and local DHL service to get a more updated/detailed tracking information but they said they do not have it on their system. Wtf, even aliexpress standard shipping is better in terms of giving a better tracking information. PostNL can give me the local tracking code out of the aliexpress code I give them.
DinoJoe
109
Dec 20, 2017
olek.sordered in July, they shipped out on Dec 7th. Took a while, but they arrived in Germany and left yesterday (they were in Germany for 3-4 days). That's what you get for cheap INTL shipping. Hope yours show up soon. Cheers
MooTaters
382
Dec 20, 2017
DinoJoeThough if they didn't cheap out on that, boy could you imagine the number of complaints about shipping costs.
DinoJoe
109
Dec 20, 2017
MooTatersyeah I'm grateful to have a chance to own them
LastShot
5
Dec 21, 2017
DinoJoeI ordered in July too, and the shipped on Nov 30th, but now they are in Germany since Dic 8 and hasn't moved since then :(
ItsVincent
9
Dec 21, 2017
HypnauticaAlright USPS finally updated my tracking and it says it’s expected to be delivered tomorrow here’s hoping they aren’t messing with my hopes again
Rautanen
5
Dec 21, 2017
ItsVincentAlso for me there's finally some progress after 10 days without updates. Day before yesterday they were in Rodgau, yesterday in Hamburg. Maybe I'll get them before New Year.
Hypnautica
16
Dec 21, 2017
ItsVincentI hope you have better lock than me. They were in my city for 3 days before I was able to get them ahaha.
Jendram
3
Dec 21, 2017
RautanenMine are still in Rodgau. But seeing that yours moved onwards I hope that my shipping will change also the upcoming days.
ItsVincent
9
Dec 21, 2017
HypnauticaThat means you already have better luck than me because mine have been in my city since the 13th and they’re just now getting to me.
Kari
1
Dec 21, 2017
olek.sIt's honestly absurd to watch the times. Apart from the fact that events don't get updated until 24 hours after they happen on the tracker, it took a full week for the headphones to leave USA (destination Denmark), arrived in Germany on the 13th, lounge at their transit facililyt for 3 days before departing for Denmark.
That 7 hour drive (hamburg to copenhagen) somehow took 3 days, and so 2 days ago it arrived at my local distribution center, where it still lays. Never seen such absurd shipping times.
fathanmujib
4
Dec 21, 2017
KariTalking about absurdity. It has been departed from the local distribution center in Rotterdam, which is an hour-long drive to my city, since Monday. Weird. No update since then.
ItsVincent
9
Dec 21, 2017
HypnauticaTo my surprise USPS delivered my package at 5am today and after having listening to the HD6XX for a few hours I can definitely say I actually prefer them over the M-100s. They’re more comfortable for me to wear and now the M-100s just feel very small. I‘m using a JDS Labs Element and I can see what you’re saying about the HD6XX feeling like it’s lacking bass. With the V-Modas you feel the rumble way more than with the HD6XX but after having listened to the Sennheisers the V-Modas sound really hazy in comparison to the HD6XX. These are my initial impressions on them for now.
Wolffi
20
Dec 21, 2017
fathanmujibI had the same problem. It took 3 days before the status was updated to "Out of delivery". For both the Sennheiser and Hifiman. So hopefully mine will be delivered today or tomorrow.
olek.s
8
Dec 21, 2017
KariI guess nothing we say here will matter since they got paid long ago.
fathanmujib
4
Dec 22, 2017
WolffiFinally, it just arrived. Lucky me, I did not get charged by the customs. First impression, I never used open back headphone before, the sound leak is higher than what I expected. So far I like it.
kirbisi
9
Dec 23, 2017
fathanmujiblucky everyone who has already received them, mine are still stuck in Germany although i see some update that they moved them to other facility. Still 14 days is embarrassing, its not like we still use horses to move goods isn't it? #SadChristmas
E111
192
Dec 23, 2017
kirbisiMaybe horses work at the German post office
TextureMan
294
Dec 24, 2017
kirbisiDon't worry, my sitting in Germany for almost 10 days...
LastShot
5
Dec 24, 2017
TextureManmine's has been in Germany for 16 days now, and the had not been moved to another facility :(
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jah_offisah808
32
Dec 25, 2017
fathanmujibKeep this in mind that the open back headphone are more for home use instead or quiet places. Open soundstage is awesome and you can hear alot more details in thr music then a close back headphone can. Invest in a headphone amp and dac if you havent yet so that they you can get the most sound out of your headphones.
Check out http://www.schiit.com/home
Steve-Cast
58
Dec 26, 2017
HypnauticaI agree with you regarding your initial thoughts on the bass response from the HD 6XX. Especially coming from my Sony MDR-Z7 on which the bass is so deep and thick that makes the music sound beautifully rich. Or my Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 that although has less bass extension than the MDR-Z7 is punchier and tighter so it provides a satisfying result when listening to Metal.
However, after just a few hours listening to the HD 6XX I can say that I absolutely LOVE them! And I could list all of the reasons why, but I will try to stick to your concern. I admit that at first I heard them a bit bass shy, but let's also keep in mind that my other two references are on the bassy side of sound and also both are closed-back (although the Z7 should fit more in the semi-open type). Taking all of that in consideration I still consider that the HD 6XX are incredibly good in reproducing a natural and balanced sound in all departments.
The way I see it is that liking and loving these headphones it's somewhat an acquired taste, especially if the music type you listen to is bass heavy. For example, so far I prefer to listen to Daft Punk's Random Access Memories or Katy Perry's Witness on my MDR-Z7. I absolutely love how Katatonia's The Fall of Hearts and Lunatic Soul's Fractured sound in my Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 But then I find myself enjoying Big Big Train's Second Brightest Star and Porcupine Tree's In Absentia more with the HD 6XX due to its uber clarity and overall tonal balance.
My recommendation is for you to give them more time; they are definitely a worth pair of headphones! It's possible that you are just so used to the V-shaped sound from your V-Moda (no pun intended). Ultimately, if you are planning on keeping both, I would suggest you to use them with a music genre that suits the headphones and YOU the most.
olek.s
8
Dec 26, 2017
LastShotFinally got mine after nearly 3 weeks.
Wowl
0
Dec 27, 2017
Steve-CastI've heard that they can lose a bit of bass if not properly driven, so people should make sure they have a DAC that can actually push through those 300 ohms. Additionally, I've heard good things on Head-Fi about using a parametric EQ to up the bass on these.
Farko
109
Dec 27, 2017
WowlThe bass is plenty enough trough the phone even. It's extremely clean so and even better with a dedicated amp dac. And if I'm not mistaken isn't it the amp that pushes the 300ohms not the dac? The DAC just enables different bit rates on the music quality and convertes the sound when needed.
Wowl
0
Dec 27, 2017
FarkoIndeed, I think you're right. I've not looked into source technology much at all. Just passing on what I've picked up with very unfaithful reproduction. Many people, probably especially here on Massdrop probably come from bassier phones. I myself have no experience with advanced headphones (excited for this), but I thought they could try it out of they really find it not to be sufficient after trying to get used to it. I'll probably only be boosting the sub bass a little bit.
Farko
109
Dec 27, 2017
WowlYeah same with me, I'm a basshead and really enjoy very bass songs and EQs when available. I have listened to bass lackluster headphones before and speakers and the music really felt unlisteble. But I never really owned any high quality headphones only different types of gaming headphones all closed back. But these ones don't have that kind of bass where it's shaky so to speak it felt none existent at first because I wasn't used but when I heard how clean the bass punches were it gave an entirely different feeling listening to bass songs than before and Damn I do prefer this kind of bass much more.
Steve-Cast
58
Dec 27, 2017
WowlI agree with you. I particularly love them just the way they are. They have more than enough bass for me, and I am simply delighted with the overall tonal balance they have. So far they have shined with my Schiit Magni 2!
But I was trying to address Hypnautica 's concern as he felt that these cans should provide more bass than the one he was hearing. That's where I guess a bit of background is needed, especially if someone is coming from a bass-oriented pair of headphones like the V-Moda's in his case or the Momentum 2.0 in mine.
Thank you for sharing the information about Parametric EQ, I've come to enjoy music the way it was recorded, without additional EQ but might as well give it a chance in the future.
KukoCL
16
Jan 5, 2018
Steve-CastI have a pair of Momentum 2.0 over ear and i love them so much. I did never hear open back headphones. Do you think i can enjoy the HD6XX?
I listen to Rock (new and old), Pop and Electro but i also use them for Netflix and gaming.
I do have a good creative sound card in my PC that amps up to 600ohm headphones.
chuckolatte
171
Jan 5, 2018
KukoCLI think you will. I enjoy my set with pretty much any genre, but I think they shine even more with acoustic genres like rock and orchestral. Bottom line, get them. I don't think you'll regret it. Just keep in mind of the wait for these lol
Steve-Cast
58
Jan 5, 2018
KukoCLI'm glad to hear you love your Momentum 2.0, I do as well! They're simply a great pair of headphones.
Now, would you enjoy the HD 6XX? my immediate answer would be: Absolutely! Being the case that you already know and love Sennheiser's sound signature it will please your ears to have an upgraded version from the Momentum 2.0 in many departments, like clarity, separation, soundstage and accuracy, just to name a few.
Yes, the Momentum 2.0 will have more of a punchy bass due to it's closed back nature, but the HD 6XX are in no way behind. It's just that the bass you will hear from the HD 6XX will be more natural and precise (like if the bass on the Momentum 2.0 was not precise enough already).
And I could really go on with the many things I love about these 2 headphones but ultimately I can tell you that I recommend the HD 6XX as a true high-end product, I'm just amazed by how good these headphones sound, and I'm pretty sure that you would think the same if you end up getting them.
TheIzzardKing
359
Jan 8, 2018
KukoCLyou will LOVE them, i do at least, my headphone collection is pretty small, HE4xx,AKG702 annies,HD6xx, HD598, sony md7506, my two favs are the hifimans and these and honestly it'd be hard to say which one i prefer over the other, i do think the style and build quality on the hifimans is absolutely stellar but they are also a bit heavy and large due to that, beyond that though the HD6xx has become my jack of all trades headphones, they seem to work well enough with my samsung galaxy s8 to get me through a plane flight and really just come alive when i get them home and plug them into my system, i don't think i really understood the saying "scales well" until i had these guys, they just seem to be pretty darn good regardless of what i am using them with..that said my S8 phone with no amp or dac is my baseline, don't really have anything "weaker" than that...well maybe my, nintendo switch can also power these to acceptable levels too...
i listen mostly to rock and all of it's various flavors and derivatives myself, they are great for this.
cadop
0
Jan 14, 2018
AveryCGuys, is it normal that I (and a friend of mine) are still waiting from October to receive the headphones? We're from Italy and they seem stuck in customs. Thanks
cadop
0
Jan 14, 2018
LastShotDid you receive them? Mine are still stuck (from Italy)
Munset
2
Jan 15, 2018
cadopWe have to say "thank you" to Poste Italiaote if we are still waiting ! One month of customs clearence, can you believe it?! I've send them tons of mail: no reply. I ordered mine in October too, and according to them, I have recieved mine today! Right! Now i have to go to the post office...of the nearby city! Jesus...they send the stuff in the wrong place, not even able to read . And after all this joys, 60€ ready to fly away due to customs charges, this was just the cherry on top. End here? Poste italiane, un branco di raccomandati e imbecilli
kirbisi
9
Jan 15, 2018
MunsetYea, youre not alone, i think massdrop should look for different ways of shipping if people want to receive sooner or something. I wouldnt mind paying extra just so i dont have to wait months of shipping.
Its all nice having lowered prices, but its all ruined by absurd shipping times. Why choose the cheapest courier? People need options :(
Emiliovillegas
19
Jan 15, 2018
MunsetIf this happened to you in Italy it means it will happen to me in Germany. Shit...
Couloir
154
Jan 15, 2018
kirbisiThere is this place for you called amazon... you're not getting how the business model of massdrop works and why they are able to offer the prices the do for the select items they carry.
TheIzzardKing
359
Jan 15, 2018
kirbisiMassdrop can do absolutely fuck all about your countries customs officials taking forever.
Massdrop and it's employees have zero control over ANYTHING once the package has landed in customs.
Massdrop can't control tariffs, they can't control import fees or taxes, they can't control how long it takes.
complaining to Massdrop about this sort of thing is asinine. i feel bad for you guys and wish that's not the way things were and it would be nice if massdrop could help you but they can't and asking for help on some of this stuff is kinda stupid.
your shipping time is likely being held up by customs, it's not like Massdrop decided to ship your headphones via donkey with water wings so that it would take 4 months to get there across the Atlantic. paying more for faster shipping just means that it would get to customs quicker and still sit there for a period of dam near 4 months.
.....why do i even have to say any of this? it's kinda dumb to be blaming Massdrop for any of this.
kirbisi
9
Jan 15, 2018
TheIzzardKingI will repeat. Massdrop should look for other couriers so users can choose who will deliver their shipment. As i remember DHL was the only choice, theres no reason not having express shipping or something which would guarantee faster delivery. Its been on most online shops for years.
It didnt take 4 months to transfer shipment across Atlantic. It took exactly one day. Shipped 7.12. In Germany 8.12. Of course its DHL's fault that they didnt care to move it for the next month, but at the same time part of it is Massdrop's responsibility, was anyone given any other choice? And i dont want hear any BS they were held at customs or something. What, when its in EU it had to wait in 5 different facilities to clear customs? All the import tax and VAT had to be paid only after they checked it out at local customs in my country.
Some people just seem to missing the point what really angers peoples. Its not Massdrop's policy, its that shipping and its updates make no sense what so ever.
TheIzzardKing
359
Jan 15, 2018
kirbisi" What, when its in EU it had to wait in 5 different facilities to clear customs? "
yes, exactly that.
we get your point, but it's wrong, maybe if everyone is trying to tell you something you should listen no?
if you google your problem you will see hundreds if not thousands of people having the same issue, the only difference is they are blaming customs and not DHL or Massdrop. I'm sure DHL would love to just deliver the package straight to your door, every time they touch the package just adds more cost on their end.
785,000 results for the problem you are having, again a VERY common problem that has nothing to do with massdrop or DHL. https://www.google.com/search?q=package+stuck+in+german+customs&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-b
LastShot
5
Jan 15, 2018
cadopHi! Mine are not stuck anymore, they are in my country at customs :). but still havent received them
Syrento349
19
Sep 22, 2019
Syrento349I've had these headphones for a while now, they are fantastic. Great sound stage, crystal clear, comfortable and light. The only thing missing is proper bass.
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