Sennheiser HD 598SR vs. Shure SRH940-EFS

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 598SR 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 598SR vs. Shure SRH940-EFS Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack, 6.35 mm jack Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Weight - 322 g
Headband Material Leatherette -
Recommended Use Home audio, portable electronics Professional audio, home audio
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Open Closed
Adjustable Headband Yes Yes
Foldable - Yes Shure SRH940-EFS can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 12 - 38500 Hz 5 - 30000 Hz Sennheiser HD 598SR offer a larger frequency range than Shure SRH940-EFS.
Max Input Power - 1000 mW
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.1% -
Sensitivity 112 dB 100 dB/mW Sennheiser HD 598SR have higher sensitivity than Shure SRH940-EFS.
Impedance 50 Ohm 42 Ohm
Diaphragm - 40 mm
Magnet Material - Neodymium magnet
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Controls Push to Talk (PTT) -
CABLE Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - straight - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable - straight - 1.2 m
Headphones cable - detachable - coiled - 3 m
Headphones cable - detachable
Cable Length 3 m 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
Plated Connector - Gold
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 598SR Shure SRH940-EFS
Included Accessories 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter Carrying case, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter, velour ear pads
Service & Support - Limited warranty - 2 years
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