Modern replacement for Sennheiser HD 518.

Headphones - Open Back

I've been using the HD 518 for probably close to 10 years, had to replace the pads multiple times but they still work. Just getting kind of bored of the design and the cable is pretty terrible with the adapter. I'm looking for open back headphones with a slightly warm sound similar to the hd 518. Preferably around 100-125 Euro. Located in the Netherlands. Over-ear also preferred. Wondering if the 559 or 599 SE would fit me? I also use onboard audio on my pc if that helps narrow it down.

Posted Jun 11, 2023, 4:28 PM UTC

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Jabroni19•3 yr. ago

No help from me sorry, but I'm also looking to replace/upgrade my 518s and was curious what you ended up buying?

cloudrunner17OP•3 yr. ago

Sure. I went over budget though and got myself a pair of hd 650

mickmon•3 yr. ago

Hey, you might know this, do you think this this HD569 cable would work perfectly with the HD518? it's the same cable except for having the extra line for the microphone on the bigger side

Jabroni19•3 yr. ago

Oh wow, you certainly did cut the crap and went with a major upgrade ha.