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Sennheiser HD 820 Facts: 148 Specifications & 14 Highlights

Still unsure about the Sennheiser HD 820? These 148 specs & features — like the popular general information, dimensions & weight, materials & build & audio performance — could help lock in your decision.

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General Information

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Materials & Build

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Connectivity & Compatibility

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Noise Control

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Sennheiser HD 820 are premium closed‑back audiophile headphones designed to combine immersive sound with effective isolation. They use innovative ring radiator transducers with concave glass reflectors to deliver detailed and spacious audio. Built with high‑quality materials and comfortable padding, they're suited for long listening sessions at home or in a quiet setup.

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We laid out the Sennheiser HD 820’s 148 features, including popular picks like general information, dimensions & weight, materials & build & audio performance. Also covered: pricing, performance, and headphones comparisons.

General Information 17

Sennheiser HD 820 Product Name

What is the product name?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Sennheiser HD 820
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The product name is Sennheiser HD 820, a premium model from Sennheiser's HD 800 Series known for high-end audio performance.

The official name of the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Warranty Period

What is the warranty period?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes 2 years

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The warranty period is 2 years, offering customers a solid timeframe for product support and protection against manufacturing defects.

Duration of manufacturer’s warranty.

Sennheiser HD 820 Headphone Type

What type of headphones are these?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Over Ear

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The over-ear type ensures the pads fully encompass the ears for better sound isolation and comfort compared to on-ear designs.

The general type of headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Release Year

What is the release year?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes 2018

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Released in 2018, this model benefits from recent audio technology and design standards relevant for modern high-fidelity headphones.

Year the headphones were first released.

Sennheiser HD 820 Detachable Cable

Does it have a detachable cable?

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The detachable cable feature means the headphone cable can be removed and replaced, which enhances longevity and portability.

Cable can be detached for replacement or portability.

Sennheiser HD 820 Replaceable Earpads

Are the earpads replaceable?

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The earpads are replaceable, allowing users to substitute worn-out or damaged pads, enhancing long-term usability.

Indicates if ear pads can be replaced.

Dimensions & Weight 14

Sennheiser HD 820 Weight

What is the headphone weight?

0.79 lbs 0Votes

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The headphones weigh 0.794 lbs (360.09 g), which balances portability with sturdy build quality for long-lasting comfort.

Overall headphone weight without packaging.

Sennheiser HD 820 Cable Length

What is the cable length?

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The cable length is 9.84 ft (3.00 m). This length offers enough freedom of movement for most stationary use cases while maintaining manageable cable clutter.

Length of the audio cable for wired use.

Sennheiser HD 820 Ear Cup Depth

What is the ear cup depth?

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Ear cup depth is 4.32 inch (10.97 cm), providing ample space for ears without causing pressure.

Distance from outer edge to inner pad base.

Sennheiser HD 820 Width

What is the width of the headphones?

4.32 inch 0Votes

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The width is 4.32 inch (10.97 cm), contributing to the overall fit and comfort breadth of the headphones.

Overall horizontal measurement of the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Height

What is the height of the headphones?

4.86 inch 0Votes

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The height is 4.86 inch (12.34 cm), indicating a moderately sized design that offers comfort and optimal ear coverage.

Vertical measurement from top to bottom.

Sennheiser HD 820 Ear Cup Inner Diameter

What is the ear cup inner diameter?

4.88 inch 0Votes

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Ear cup inner diameter is 4.88 inch (12.40 cm), which should comfortably fit most ear sizes and enhance passive noise isolation.

Internal space of ear cups, affecting ear comfort.

Materials & Build 15

Sennheiser HD 820 Material

What is the main material of the headphones?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Metal

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Built using metal material, the headphones assure durability and a premium feel with sturdier construction.

Primary construction material of the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Cable Material

What is the cable material?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Rubber

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The cable material is rubber, which provides flexibility and durability while being resistant to tangling and wear.

Construction material of the audio cable.

Sennheiser HD 820 Scratch Resistant Coating

Do the headphones have scratch resistant coating?

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A scratch resistant coating boosts the headphones' resilience to everyday wear and keeps the finish pristine.

Protective layer against scratches.

Sennheiser HD 820 Color Options

What are the color options?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Black, Silver

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Color options include Black and Silver, giving users a choice between classic and sleek metallic looks.

Available colors for the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Ear Cushion Material

What is the ear cushion material?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Leather

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Material of ear cushions that affects comfort and breathability.

Sennheiser HD 820 Headband Padding Material

What is the headband padding material?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Foam

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Padding type used in the headband.

Audio Performance 19

Sennheiser HD 820 Driver Size

What is the driver size?

56 mm 0Votes

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Drivers are 56 mm in diameter, which supports high fidelity sound output with ample depth and detail.

Diameter of the driver unit.

Sennheiser HD 820 Low Frequency Response

What is the lowest frequency response?

6 Hz 0Votes

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The low frequency response reaches down to 6 Hz, enabling excellent reproduction of deep bass sounds and enhancing the listening experience.

Lowest audible frequency reproduced.

Sennheiser HD 820 Impedance

What is the impedance?

300 ohm 0Votes

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With an impedance of 300 ohms, these headphones require powerful amplification for optimal performance, typically suited for dedicated audio equipment rather than mobile devices.

Electrical resistance of headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Total Harmonic Distortion

What is the THD?

0.02 % 0Votes

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Total harmonic distortion is very low at 0.02%, indicating clear sound reproduction with minimal unwanted noise artifacts.

Distortion in audio output.

Sennheiser HD 820 Acoustic Design

What is the acoustic design?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Closed Back

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The acoustic design is closed back, which helps isolate sound and reduce audio leakage for immersive listening.

Headphone enclosure type.

Sennheiser HD 820 Sensitivity

What is the sensitivity?

103 dB 0Votes

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The sensitivity of 103 dB means these headphones can produce a loud and clear sound with moderate power input, which contributes to overall audio performance.

Loudness produced per given input power.

Connectivity & Compatibility 14

Sennheiser HD 820 Connector Plug Type

What is the connector plug type?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes 6.3mm

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The connector plug type is 6.3mm, a standard professional audio connector compatible with a wide range of high-end audio equipment.

Type of physical connector for wired use.

Sennheiser HD 820 Wired Mode Support

Do the headphones support wired mode?

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Wired mode support is available, allowing use without battery dependence and often delivering lower latency and better sound quality.

Indicates if headphones can also be used in wired mode.

Sennheiser HD 820 Connection Type

What is the connection type?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Wired

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Defines whether headphones connect via cable, wireless, or both.

Sennheiser HD 820 Detachable Cable Connector Type

What detachable cable connector is used?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Proprietary

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Connector type used for detachable cables.

Sennheiser HD 820 Wired Connector Gold Plated

Are the wired connectors gold-plated?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if wired connectors are gold-plated for durability.

Sennheiser HD 820 NFC Pairing

Do the headphones support NFC pairing?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Allows one-tap NFC device pairing.

Controls & Features 16

Sennheiser HD 820 On Device Controls

Do the headphones have on-device controls?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if headphones have physical or touch controls on the unit.

Sennheiser HD 820 Track Skipping Controls

Do the headphones support track skipping?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if users can skip tracks directly on the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Volume Limiter

Do the headphones have a volume limiter?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Allows setting a maximum volume for hearing protection.

Sennheiser HD 820 Call Answer Controls

Do the headphones support call answering on-device?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if calls can be answered using headphone controls.

Sennheiser HD 820 Gesture Controls

Do the headphones support gesture controls?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if gestures like swipe or tap are supported.

Sennheiser HD 820 Touch Sensitivity Adjustment

Do the headphones allow touch sensitivity adjustment?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if touch control sensitivity can be adjusted.

Microphone & Calling 8

Sennheiser HD 820 Built In Microphone

Do the headphones have a built-in microphone?

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Indicates if the headphones have a built-in microphone.

Sennheiser HD 820 Detachable Boom Mic

Do the headphones have a detachable boom mic?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if headphones support a detachable boom mic.

Sennheiser HD 820 Noise Cancelling Microphone

Is the microphone noise cancelling?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if microphone has active noise cancelling.

Sennheiser HD 820 Beamforming Microphone

Does the microphone support beamforming?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Uses multiple mics to focus on voice direction.

Sennheiser HD 820 Echo Cancellation

Do the headphones support echo cancellation?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Reduces echo during calls.

Sennheiser HD 820 Wind Noise Reduction

Do the headphones reduce wind noise?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Minimizes wind interference during outdoor use.

Noise Control 9

Sennheiser HD 820 Active Noise Cancellation

Do the headphones support active noise cancellation?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if the headphones have ANC technology.

Sennheiser HD 820 ANC Level Adjustment

Can ANC levels be adjusted?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Whether ANC intensity can be adjusted.

Sennheiser HD 820 Passive Noise Isolation

Do the headphones provide passive noise isolation?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Physical sealing and padding to block noise.

Sennheiser HD 820 Passive Seal Quality

What is the passive seal quality?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Excellent

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Quality of physical seal for blocking noise.

Sennheiser HD 820 Transparency Mode Level Adjustment

Can transparency levels be adjusted?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Allows adjustment of transparency mode strength.

Sennheiser HD 820 Adaptive Sound Control

Do the headphones feature adaptive sound control?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Automatically adjusts noise control based on environment.

Battery & Power 6

Sennheiser HD 820 Replaceable Battery

Is the battery replaceable?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if the battery can be replaced.

Sennheiser HD 820 Quick Charge Support

Does it support quick charging?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Whether quick charge is supported.

Sennheiser HD 820 Wireless Charging Support

Does it support wireless charging?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Supports wireless charging.

Sennheiser HD 820 Overcharge Protection

Does it have overcharge protection?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Protects battery from overcharging.

Sennheiser HD 820 Power Saving Mode

Does it have a power saving mode?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Extends battery life by reducing power use.

Sennheiser HD 820 Battery Indicator

Does it have a battery indicator?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Shows battery level on device.

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Sennheiser HD 820 Hi Res Audio Certification

Is it Hi-Res certified?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Sennheiser HD 820
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This headphone has Hi-Res Audio Certification, meaning it meets high standards for audio playback quality and can reproduce a wide frequency range with clarity.

Shows if headphones meet Hi-Res audio standards.

Sennheiser HD 820 AI Upscaling Audio

Does it feature AI audio upscaling?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Enhances lower-quality audio using AI algorithms.

Sennheiser HD 820 Head Tracking For Spatial Audio

Does it support head tracking for spatial audio?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Supports dynamic spatial audio through head tracking.

Sennheiser HD 820 Dolby Atmos Support

Is Dolby Atmos supported?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates Dolby Atmos surround compatibility.

Sennheiser HD 820 Custom Sound Profiles

Can you create custom sound profiles?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Allows personalized sound settings.

Sennheiser HD 820 Learning EQ Adaptation

Does it adapt EQ through learning?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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AI adjusts EQ over time based on listening habits.

Accessories 14

Sennheiser HD 820 Carry Case

Is a carry case included?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Whether a carry case is bundled with the headphones.

Sennheiser HD 820 Carrying Case Type

What type of carrying case is included?

0 Sennheiser HD 820 0 Votes Hard Case

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The type of carrying case included.

Sennheiser HD 820 Protective Pouch

Is a protective pouch included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if a protective pouch is included.

Sennheiser HD 820 Extra Ear Tips

Are extra ear tips included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if extra ear tips are provided.

Sennheiser HD 820 Extra Earpads

Are extra earpads included?

No 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if spare earpads are provided.

Sennheiser HD 820 Audio Cable

Is an audio cable included?

Yes 0Votes Sennheiser HD 820

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Indicates if an audio cable is provided.

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Sennheiser HD 820 Sound Quality

How would you rate the overall sound quality of these headphones?

Excellent — Clear, balanced, and immersive sound 0Votes
Very good — Great clarity with rich tones 0Votes
Decent — Clear mids but limited depth 0Votes
Average — Lacks detail or balance 0Votes
Poor — Muffled or distorted sound 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Bass Performance

How strong and accurate is the bass performance on these headphones?

Powerful — Deep and clean low-end 0Votes
Strong — Noticeable and satisfying bass 0Votes
Balanced — Good mix of lows and highs 0Votes
Weak — Light or flat bass response 0Votes
Poor — No real bass presence 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Comfort and Fit

How comfortable do these headphones feel during long listening sessions?

Extremely comfortable — Feels weightless for hours 0Votes
Comfortable — Slight pressure after long use 0Votes
Average — Fine for short periods 0Votes
Tight — Uncomfortable after an hour or two 0Votes
Unpleasant — Difficult to wear for long 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Noise Cancellation

How effective is the noise cancellation feature on these headphones?

Excellent — Blocks over 90% of external noise 0Votes
Good — Reduces most background sounds 0Votes
Fair — Works in moderate noise only 0Votes
Weak — Minimal difference noticed 0Votes
Poor — Hardly blocks any noise 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Battery Life

How long does the battery last on a full charge?

Excellent — Over 40 hours 0Votes
Good — 30 to 40 hours 0Votes
Average — 20 to 30 hours 0Votes
Short — 10 to 20 hours 0Votes
Very short — Under 10 hours 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Build Quality and Durability

How durable and sturdy do these headphones feel?

Very durable — Lasts over 5 years 0Votes
Solid — Feels high-quality and strong 0Votes
Decent — Works fine but not rugged 0Votes
Weak — Shows wear within a year 0Votes
Fragile — Breaks or cracks easily 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Connectivity

How smooth and reliable is the Bluetooth or wired connection of these headphones?

Excellent — Connects instantly, never drops 0Votes
Good — Stable with rare issues 0Votes
Decent — Occasional lag or delay 0Votes
Weak — Disconnects sometimes 0Votes
Poor — Frequently loses connection 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Design and Style

How stylish and appealing do these headphones look?

Very stylish — Modern and premium design 0Votes
Attractive — Clean and sleek look 0Votes
Decent — Looks fine but simple 0Votes
Basic — Functional but plain 0Votes
Unappealing — Bulky or outdated design 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Portability

How easy is it to carry and store these headphones when not in use?

Very portable — Folds compactly and lightweight 0Votes
Easy to carry — Compact with carrying case 0Votes
Manageable — Moderate size and weight 0Votes
Bulky — Hard to pack in small bags 0Votes
Very bulky — Difficult to travel with 0Votes

Sennheiser HD 820 Pricing

How would you describe the price of these headphones for their sound and features?

Great value for money 0Votes
Pretty good price 0Votes
Fair deal 0Votes
Kinda pricey 0Votes
Crazy expensive 0Votes

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