Sennheiser says the HD 560S has natural, accurate reference sound and a wide soundstage. beyerdynamic says the DT 900 Pro X has a flagship driver with high resolution and low distortion. I have not listened to either, so I am not ranking sound, only reporting what each maker says.
Sennheiser HD 560S vs Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X: Which Open-Back Wins? (2026)
The Sennheiser HD 560S wins the HD 560S vs DT 900 Pro X matchup in 2026 on price: $179.99 against $279.99, with the same 4.5-star rating.
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Sennheiser HD 560S
$179.99
VS
beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X
$279.99
Quick Answer
Sennheiser HD 560S wins overall
The HD 560S costs $100 less ($179.99 vs $279.99) and both are rated 4.5 stars. The DT 900 Pro X is listed at 48 ohm with no amp needed and a detachable cable, so it is the one to pick if you want those. I have not heard either.
Specifications
| Feature | Sennheiser HD 560S | beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $179.99 | $279.99 |
| Price | $179.99 | $279.99 |
| Owner Ratings | 3,820 ratings at 4.5 | 1,579 ratings at 4.5 |
| Easy to Drive | Impedance not stated in the bullets I read | 48 ohm, no amp needed (listing) |
| Cable | Not stated | Detachable |
| Maker's Sound Claim | "Natural and accurate reference sound" (Sennheiser) | STELLAR.45 driver, "high resolution and low distortion" (beyerdynamic) |
Sound
Winner: Sound
Tie
No call. Read both makers' claims as claims.
Driving and Cable
The DT 900 Pro X listing says 48 ohm with full volume from a laptop, interface or phone with no amp, and a detachable cable. The HD 560S bullets I read do not state impedance or cable type, so check Sennheiser's page.
Winner: Driving and Cable
beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X
DT 900 Pro X on what the listing states.
Price and Ratings
On 5 October 2026 the HD 560S was $179.99 with 3,820 ratings at 4.5 stars, and the DT 900 Pro X was $279.99 with 1,579 ratings at 4.5 stars. The same rating costs $100 less on the Sennheiser.
Winner: Price and Ratings
Sennheiser HD 560S
HD 560S on value.
Final Verdict
Sennheiser HD 560S takes it
Buy the HD 560S unless you specifically want the beyerdynamic's detachable cable and listed 48-ohm, no-amp design, in which case the DT 900 Pro X costs $100 more. The ratings are identical at 4.5 stars.
Frequently Asked Questions
The listing says it is 48 ohm and needs no amp, with full volume from a laptop, interface or phone.
Both are open-back and neither listing mentions a microphone. See the open-back gaming guide.