Which is better, Hifiman Edition XS or Sennheiser HD 660S2?

Based on Reddit community data, Hifiman Edition XS has higher positive sentiment (100% positive) compared to Sennheiser HD 660S2 (89% positive). Hifiman Edition XS has 1 mentions while Sennheiser HD 660S2 has 9 mentions.

What is the price difference between Hifiman Edition XS and Sennheiser HD 660S2?

Hifiman Edition XS is priced at $209 and Sennheiser HD 660S2 is priced at $0, a difference of $209.00.

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Hifiman Edition XS vs Sennheiser HD 660S2

Reddit prefers Hifiman Edition XS — higher sentiment (100% vs 89% positive).

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Hifiman

Hifiman Edition XS

$209.00

100

Pros

+Instantly loved
+Good user experience
+Very open sound
+Bigger soundstage

Cons

−Mid range is recessed
−Voices sound more in the background (compared to m1)

“If you are chasing the dragon though and want to see what’s next, the hifiman edition xs is what I would recommend. It’s very different and has different strengths over the m1. It is very open so soun”

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Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 660S2

Pros

+Drivers handle lower midrange and bass well (with eq/amp)
+Dream headphones
+Demands tube wonders
+Sound quality

Cons

−Bright sound signature
−Not flat
−Bass is not as good as he1kse
−Expensive on used market (when in poor condition)

“I enjoy listening to stringed instruments with the HD 600, especially acoustic and bowed.”

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Specifications

Spec	HIFIMAN Edition XS Full-Size Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Hi-Fi Headphones with Stealth Magnets Design, Adjustable Headband, Detachable Cable for Audiophiles, Home, Studio-Black	Sennheiser HD 660S2
Driver	—	42mm
Frequency Response	—	8Hz–41.5kHz
Impedance	—	300Ω
Type	—	Open-back
Weight	—	260g
Connectivity	—	6.35mm + 4.4mm balanced
Noise Cancelling	—	No
Price	$209.00	—
Reddit sentiment	100%	89%
Mentions	1	9

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