Sennheiser HD 579 vs. KEF M500

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 579 and KEF M500. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare design, sound quality, but also other key features of both headphones and easily decide which ones are the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the headphones that best fit your needs and expectations.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Sennheiser HD 579 vs. KEF M500 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack, 6.35 mm jack Headset - wired
Series HD 5 -
Weight - 208 g
Colour Silver Classic
Body Material - Aluminium alloy
Recommended Use Home audio Portable electronics, phone
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Headphones Form Factor Full size On-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic -
Ear Cups Type Open -
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes KEF M500 can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 15 - 28000 Hz 20 - 20000 Hz Sennheiser HD 579 offer a larger frequency range than KEF M500.
Max Input Power - 30 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% -
Sensitivity - 103 dB
Impedance 50 Ohm 32 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 106 dB -
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material Neodymium Neodymium
In-Cord Volume Control - Yes
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Type - On-cable
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Controls - Volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
CABLE Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - straight - 3 m 2 x headset cable - 1.3 m
Cable Length 3 m -
Detachable Cable Yes -
Plated Connector Gold Gold
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm) Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 579 KEF M500
Included Accessories 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter Protective case, in-flight plug adapter, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 1 year
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