Sennheiser HD 461G vs. Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Sennheiser HD 461G and Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500). 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 461G vs. Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack Headphones - wired
Series - HD 500
Colour - Silver
Recommended Use - Home audio
SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology - Dynamic
Ear Cups Type Closed Open
Connectivity Technology Wired Wired
Noise Isolating Yes - Sennheiser HD 461G are equipped with a noise isolating function.
Sound Output Mode Stereo Stereo
Frequency Response 17 - 22500 Hz 15 - 28000 Hz Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500) offer a larger frequency range than Sennheiser HD 461G.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.1% 0.2% Sennheiser HD 461G have lower total harmonic distortion than Sennheiser HD 461G.
Sensitivity 112 dB -
Impedance 32 Ohm 50 Ohm
Max Sound Pressure - 106 dB
Magnet Material Neodymium magnet Neodymium
MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Type On-cable -
REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Controls Volume control, answer/end -
CABLE Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - single-sided - L shaped - 1.4 m Headphones cable - 3 m
Cable Length 1.4 m 3 m
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 461G Sennheiser HD 579 (HD 500)
Included Accessories - 6.3 mm to 3.5 mm adapter
Compatibility Android phone -
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years Limited warranty - 2 years
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