Sennheiser HD 598 CS vs. Shure SRH940-EFS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 598 CS and Shure SRH940-EFS. 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 598 CS vs. Shure SRH940-EFS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack, 6.35 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 322 g
Recommended Use Home audio, portable electronics Professional audio, home audio
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Adjustable Headband - Yes
Foldable - Yes Shure SRH940-EFS can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Sennheiser HD 598 CS are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 10 - 28000 Hz 5 - 30000 Hz Shure SRH940-EFS offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 598 CS.
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2% -
Sensitivity - 100 dB/mW
Impedance 23 Ohm 42 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure 115 dB -
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Type On-cable -
CABLE Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Cable Type Headphones cable - straight - 3 m
Headphones cable - straight - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - coiled - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable
Cable Length - 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Connector Type Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 598 CS Shure SRH940-EFS
Included Accessories - Carrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, velour ear pads
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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