Superlux HD668B Dynamic Semi-Open Headphones
Brand | Superlux |
Model Name | HD668B |
Color | Black |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Natural, spatial and accurate sound. Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Silvery, clear cymbals
- Pleasantly natural trebles
- Unobtrusive, natural strings and wind instruments
- For all types of music
- Balanced, contoured, and deep bass
- Exceedingly authentic voice reproduction
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Sound quality | 4.5 | 4.4 | 3.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 |
Quality of material | 3.9 | 4.0 | — | 3.6 | 4.3 | 3.4 |
Noise cancellation | 3.1 | — | 3.6 | 3.0 | — | 2.6 |
Comfort | — | 4.4 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.5 | — |
For gaming | 4.4 | 4.1 | — | 3.9 | — | — |
Sold By | TradePort | HIFIMAN | Angel Seller | Kellards | AJ Brand House | Koss Stereophones |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | — | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | On Ear |
connector type | Wired | 6.35mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | connector type |
noise control | active noise cancellation | — | — | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | — |
headphones jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Tangle Free | High fidelity clip headphones Exceptionally wide frequency response Computer-optimized neodymium, iron, and boron rare-earth magnet structures deliver amazing clarity at any volume Include a straight, dual entry, 4 foot cord with gold-flashed 3.5 mm (1/8") plug Pivoting clips promise accommodating fit Enjoy greater volume despite low-voltage portable devices Covered under the Koss Stereophones Limited Lifetime Warranty |
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Item Weight | 7.8 ounces |
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ASIN | B003JOETX8 |
Item model number | HD668B |
Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.2 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #136,553 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,969 in On-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 16, 2011 |
Manufacturer | Superlux |
Item Weight | 221 Grams |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
Cable Length | 3 Meters |
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Product Description
The HD668B is a semi-open dynamic headphone whose sound quality meets the demands of even professional recording studios. Its patented sturdy construction provides long-lasting durability even in challenging conditions, yet the headband’s light weight and optimized mechanical pressure provides long-term wearing comfort. The HD668B comes equipped with 2 detachable straight cables: the short one is 1 meter long for personal sound source on-the-move applications and the long one is 3 meters long for professional monitoring applications. Both cables can be connected together for even more distance if desired.
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Customers like the sound quality, cord length, value, and performance of the headphones. For example, they mention that the sound is excellent, there is some emphasis on the bass, and the treble and highs are perfectly in tune with one another. That said, opinions are mixed on quality, appearance, fit, and comfort.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say the sound is excellent, there is some emphasis on the bass, and the music and effects sounds incredible. They also mention that the treble and highs are perfectly in tune with one another, making a great mix.
"...The treble and highs are perfectly in tune with one another, which makes a great mix for putting together complicated melodies, leads, etc...." Read more
"...here because of the rumor that these headphones have sound quality far above their price point, I can confirm it. They are fantastic, bizarrely so...." Read more
"...Overall: 3/5The audio is great, but I really miss the low end. I plan on replacing these as soon as funds allow for comfort reasons...." Read more
"...The design of the AirWeave cushions, enhanced the sound and the treble of the HD688B. I was in awe of how authentic the sounds were, as I was playing..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the headphones. They say it has an unbeatable price point to sound quality ratio. Some customers also mention that the headphones are decent quality for the price. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.
"...4. And last but not least the price. These are the cheapest headphones I've ever purchased, and they are by far the best ones I've used for under..." Read more
"...That is typical of studio monitors. These are phenomenal for $38, because you will hear everything...." Read more
"...It's that unbeatable price point to sound quality ratio...." Read more
"...The rest of the spectrum sounds perfectly crisp. They are fantastic for the price point, just be aware that you are getting a very weak bass..." Read more
Customers like the cord length of the headphones. They mention that the cord is detachable, universal, and non-proprietary. Some appreciate the long and short cables. Overall, most are happy with the cord design.
"...This is where these headphones deserve 5 stars. No doubt.2. A removable cord? Hell yes...." Read more
"...The detachable cable is such a nice touch on these because you can always replace the cable with a standard 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable of any length if it..." Read more
"...I am also a big fan of the detachable cords...." Read more
"...Cables. I really like the detachable cable along with the fact that 2 different length cables were included with the package...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the headphones. They say that they work wonderfully, incredible, and well for gaming. They also say that the headphones do a lot of things well and are very usable unamplified. Some customers also mention that the headphone is clear, never muddy, and never powerful.
"...may not be the prettiest, the HD688B makes up for it with an unbelievable performance. Of course, as headphones by default, the sound is great...." Read more
"...In sum, the headphones sound excellent and work very well with the other parts listed, although in my case I needed the DAC to remove quite a bit of..." Read more
"...Upon first hearing, I found the 668's to be quite lacking, exhibiting a confined, nasal quality to the music with little to no depth...." Read more
"...The size is great and fit my head perfectly with no issues, they perform wonderfully, and the included cable has stood up the test of time and..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that the quality is good, extremely solid, and provides great voice clarity. The cables aren't fancy but they don't feel cheap, and they hold up to daily use and show no signs of wearing down. However, others say that the audio output still had a somewhat confined quality to it, they feel cheaply constructed, and look cheap.
"...I was very impressed with the build quality AFTER the fact that I was upset regarding the lack of high quality materials.4...." Read more
"...cord on long car rides -- they hold up to daily use and show no signs of wearing down, all with that same solid audio quality they're renowned for...." Read more
"...The headband is made up of a wiry, hard, plastic, structure, which looks cheap, but is extremely, durable...." Read more
"...price point because these are made mostly of plastic and the earpads are entry-level...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the comfort of the headphones. Some mention that the pads that are provided look comfortable, while others say that they are hard and uncomfortable to wear.
"...The headphones adjust well for me and I have had no issues with fit or discomfort when wearing these for hours on end...." Read more
"...does a great job supporting the headphones, but they do get uncomfortable over time.2...." Read more
"...The pads that are provided look comfortable and all, but the metal bars that keep the headphones together are not adjustable and if your head is..." Read more
"...And it's not comfortable! It's not comfortable at all, if you've ever wanted that authentic "head in a vise" feeling, you can get it here!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that the size is great and fits their head perfectly with no issues. However, others say that they are pretty tight on the head, the pad thingys don't exactly fit securely, and the clamp force is kinda tight.
"...-The clamp force is no joke-I'm talking pressure headaches-Swapping the ear pads is an exercise in existential ennui..." Read more
"...No doubt.2. A removable cord? Hell yes. And it comes with a short one (1 meter) and a long one (3 meters)...." Read more
"...Comfort is pretty good. Clamping force is a little tight on my head but I can listen for about an hour before needing a break...." Read more
"...The headphones adjust well for me and I have had no issues with fit or discomfort when wearing these for hours on end...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the appearance of the headphones. Some mention that everything is crisp and beautiful, while others say that they lack the physical appeal. The headphones are comfortable, but have a basic design with no highlights or fancy stuff.
"...wings will take a bit of getting used to, but it really is such a smart design...." Read more
"...; replacing them with something more comfortable is doable, but painfully tedious due to the way in which you're forced to slip a bit of fabric over..." Read more
"...Looks: These aren't going to win any beauty pageants, but they look like old skool, serious headphones which I actually kind of appreciate...." Read more
"...DESIGN: Overall, the design of the HD688B is not my favorite. Very, basic design. The headphones is very, comfortable...." Read more
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The educated consumer knows that those days, for the most part, are behind us. It isn't that a $30 headphone can run all over a $200 headphone. No! However, the landscape and the game has changed considerably over the years. The competition is so stiff that you no longer have to pay lofty prices to get RELATIVELY comparable sound.
The consumer that does his/her due diligence will discover that OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) release headphones that are near identical to the big brand names but only have a slight variation in sound signature. A good example of this, seven or eight years ago would have been the Sennheiser CX300 ($40 big brand) versus the Creative EP-630 ($20 bargain brand).
Today you might look at the AKG 240. Over the years, prices for the AKG 240 have gone from approximately $150 to $60+/- due to competition from the Superlux 668B ($38) and/or Samson SR850 ($50). The AKGs are in a completely different price bracket now because the Superlux and Samson are comparable at their respective price points. Question: Can a $60 headphone sound as good as a $150 headphone. Apparently, yes, because it is in fact the same headphone (AKG @ $150 = AKG @ $60). The difference isn't the sound quality, but rather the price point.
This begs the age old question when it comes to audio equipment. Is the difference in price an exercise in futility due to the law of diminishing returns? In the larger scheme, no, but as the landscape changes, sometimes the answer is a resounding yes. I can list half a dozen sub-$200 headphones that will run roughshod over some very popular $400 - $500 headphones. The SoundMAGIC HP150 come to mind.
What about the sub-$100 market? The Philips SHP9500 come to mind. They easily hold their own when compared to some very popular $300 - $400 headphones. Implementation and tuning is the name of the game and some of the well known brands fail to impress and their lofty prices are not justified. The uneducated consumer is simply overpaying for a recognizable brand. That can't go on for much longer. Indeed, the sound quality gap among mid-fi headphones has narrowed considerably and pricepoint may not be the reliable litmus test that it once was for the simple.
What about the sub-$50 headphone market? Is there any reason to venture where only the entry-level sub-par headphones or the basic "two cans with a wire" usually reside? Is there anything remotely redeemable at this price point?
clouds open and angels do somersaults....
It's the Superlux 668B.
back to reality....
I bought these six months ago and have given them time to break in. What a great set of headphones these are. I can't say at any price point because these are made mostly of plastic and the earpads are entry-level. However, the combination of highly detailed, accurate sound and detachable cables for $38 make these a rare treat. How is it that $38 can gain you an above average set of studio monitors? Yes, studio monitors so you can hear the tiniest detail across the entire frequency range when doing a final mixdown. I think the lower mids are ever so slightly recessed in order to avoid bass bleed into the mid frequencies, but the lower-mid slight recess is barely noticeable. The lower-mids is where the warmth of a vocalists voice is, but again, it's barely noticeable. In general, you will hear everything the way the recording engineers intended for you to hear it. That is typical of studio monitors. These are phenomenal for $38, because you will hear everything.
I should note that these go to the Nth degree to capture the details in the treble so if you have an aversion to treble you can always use your EQ to roll it off. These are all about the details. Treble extension is about as far as you can take it without being sibilant.
I highly recommend these as studio monitors and if you enjoy a neutral sound signature these may work well as your go-to headphones.
The detachable cable is such a nice touch on these because you can always replace the cable with a standard 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable of any length if it fails. You actually get two detachable cables. There is a 3ft 3in cable for mobile use and a 9ft 10in cable for home use. If you are like me and need more than ten feet you can simply combine the two cables for a total of more than twelve feet. That's great because I didn't have to purchase an extra cable to meet my needs.
When I purchased these 668b headphones I purchased a set of velour earpads just in case the pleather pads made my ears sweat, but thus far I haven't had to install them.
The doo-hickeys near the top, where you usually find a headband, are comfortable. The headphones adjust well for me and I have had no issues with fit or discomfort when wearing these for hours on end. Your experience may be different if you have a large noggin' or if your body temperature tends to run hot (meaning if you sweat easily).
Bottom line is these are a "no brainer" at $38 because they are excellent.
Easy decision. No regrets
I'll post pictures at a later date.
Hope this was helpful.
Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2016
The educated consumer knows that those days, for the most part, are behind us. It isn't that a $30 headphone can run all over a $200 headphone. No! However, the landscape and the game has changed considerably over the years. The competition is so stiff that you no longer have to pay lofty prices to get RELATIVELY comparable sound.
The consumer that does his/her due diligence will discover that OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers) release headphones that are near identical to the big brand names but only have a slight variation in sound signature. A good example of this, seven or eight years ago would have been the Sennheiser CX300 ($40 big brand) versus the Creative EP-630 ($20 bargain brand).
Today you might look at the AKG 240. Over the years, prices for the AKG 240 have gone from approximately $150 to $60+/- due to competition from the Superlux 668B ($38) and/or Samson SR850 ($50). The AKGs are in a completely different price bracket now because the Superlux and Samson are comparable at their respective price points. Question: Can a $60 headphone sound as good as a $150 headphone. Apparently, yes, because it is in fact the same headphone (AKG @ $150 = AKG @ $60). The difference isn't the sound quality, but rather the price point.
This begs the age old question when it comes to audio equipment. Is the difference in price an exercise in futility due to the law of diminishing returns? In the larger scheme, no, but as the landscape changes, sometimes the answer is a resounding yes. I can list half a dozen sub-$200 headphones that will run roughshod over some very popular $400 - $500 headphones. The SoundMAGIC HP150 come to mind.
What about the sub-$100 market? The Philips SHP9500 come to mind. They easily hold their own when compared to some very popular $300 - $400 headphones. Implementation and tuning is the name of the game and some of the well known brands fail to impress and their lofty prices are not justified. The uneducated consumer is simply overpaying for a recognizable brand. That can't go on for much longer. Indeed, the sound quality gap among mid-fi headphones has narrowed considerably and pricepoint may not be the reliable litmus test that it once was for the simple.
What about the sub-$50 headphone market? Is there any reason to venture where only the entry-level sub-par headphones or the basic "two cans with a wire" usually reside? Is there anything remotely redeemable at this price point?
clouds open and angels do somersaults....
It's the Superlux 668B.
back to reality....
I bought these six months ago and have given them time to break in. What a great set of headphones these are. I can't say at any price point because these are made mostly of plastic and the earpads are entry-level. However, the combination of highly detailed, accurate sound and detachable cables for $38 make these a rare treat. How is it that $38 can gain you an above average set of studio monitors? Yes, studio monitors so you can hear the tiniest detail across the entire frequency range when doing a final mixdown. I think the lower mids are ever so slightly recessed in order to avoid bass bleed into the mid frequencies, but the lower-mid slight recess is barely noticeable. The lower-mids is where the warmth of a vocalists voice is, but again, it's barely noticeable. In general, you will hear everything the way the recording engineers intended for you to hear it. That is typical of studio monitors. These are phenomenal for $38, because you will hear everything.
I should note that these go to the Nth degree to capture the details in the treble so if you have an aversion to treble you can always use your EQ to roll it off. These are all about the details. Treble extension is about as far as you can take it without being sibilant.
I highly recommend these as studio monitors and if you enjoy a neutral sound signature these may work well as your go-to headphones.
The detachable cable is such a nice touch on these because you can always replace the cable with a standard 3.5mm to 3.5mm cable of any length if it fails. You actually get two detachable cables. There is a 3ft 3in cable for mobile use and a 9ft 10in cable for home use. If you are like me and need more than ten feet you can simply combine the two cables for a total of more than twelve feet. That's great because I didn't have to purchase an extra cable to meet my needs.
When I purchased these 668b headphones I purchased a set of velour earpads just in case the pleather pads made my ears sweat, but thus far I haven't had to install them.
The doo-hickeys near the top, where you usually find a headband, are comfortable. The headphones adjust well for me and I have had no issues with fit or discomfort when wearing these for hours on end. Your experience may be different if you have a large noggin' or if your body temperature tends to run hot (meaning if you sweat easily).
Bottom line is these are a "no brainer" at $38 because they are excellent.
Easy decision. No regrets
I'll post pictures at a later date.
Hope this was helpful.
CONS:
1. They are really tight. But I have a big head. The cans have a stiff foam that does a great job supporting the headphones, but they do get uncomfortable over time.
2. The headband, like the foam on the actual cans, are a bit stiff, and are also rather difficult to adjust. They most definitely require a break in period.
3. It's all plastic. I guarantee that I would buy these for 10-15$ more for a metal headband/adjustment points.
4. The bass is extremely understated UNLESS you have a desktop amplifier of which I will be procuring eventually. These headphones have an insanely high 56 ohm rating, requiring nearly 3 times the power to truly open up the spectrum that they offer.
PROS:
1. The sound. These are a wonderful set of near perfect hi-fi headphones. The treble and highs are perfectly in tune with one another, which makes a great mix for putting together complicated melodies, leads, etc. This is where these headphones deserve 5 stars. No doubt.
2. A removable cord? Hell yes. And it comes with a short one (1 meter) and a long one (3 meters). This should be a production standard in my mind, because that is honestly the first thing that breaks with every pair of headphones I have had.
3. The plastic (ironically) is actually extremely durable. I was very impressed with the build quality AFTER the fact that I was upset regarding the lack of high quality materials.
4. And last but not least the price. These are the cheapest headphones I've ever purchased, and they are by far the best ones I've used for under 100$. Excellent choice if you are an on-the-cheap type of person like myself, looking to do some serious mixing and eq work.
Overall, these are a great choice, and I would not hesitate to buy another pair!
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Kan användas med vissa Bluetooth adaptrar eftersom den har en kort kabel med en hane att koppla till på sidan.
Die Headpads sind auszieh- und biegbar. DEUTLICH besser als irgend eine starre Konstruktion. Sieht erstmal komisch aus, wirkt aber mega.
Nachm Biegen kannste das Ding aber nicht mehr zurücksenden. ;-)
Der Klang ist super. Ich wette drauf, dass die Lautsprecher/Treiber eigentlich von irgend einer Premium-Marke stammen und hier unter NoName vermarktet werden.
Si vous cherchez un casque studio instrument (ouvert) pour vous entraîner à la guitare, ce casque fait très bien je Job 👍😉🤘
Bueno ya después de ese tema de la entrega, mi reseña es que si nunca has tenido audífonos de mas de 500 pesos o incluso hasta alrededor de unos 2000 pesos, creo que estos audífonos podrían sorprenderte muy gratamente si te los topas a buen precio. En general el sonido no es perfecto, pero sí tiene buen soundstage, tiene buena definición, etc. Así directamente salidos de la caja podría decir que tal vez se sienten muy ligeramente acartonados pero creo que es relativamente imperceptible, además si le subes el volumen hasta un punto relativamente alto (antes de que te empiecen a molestar) ese 'acartonamiento' prácticamente desaparece en mi opinión. Sí son bastante cómodos en mi opinión ya que no traen mucha presión hacia la sien solo que si son un poco calientes las orejeras que trae incluidas pero se las puedes cambiar por unas de 'velour' que es como terciopelo y esos tienden a ser un tanto más frescas. Hasta ahorita lo único que podría decir que les falta sería mayor capacidad para extenderse en diferentes tamaño de cabeza, aún así creo que el estándar que traen debería servir para la gran mayoría de las personas. Fuera de eso tal vez algunos materiales son relativamente frágiles o endebles pero si los cuidas bastante bien pienso que no debería de haber ningún problema, si no te importa que se vean un tanto cheaps/baratos los recomiendo ampliamente como audífonos económicos muy cerca de un nivel audiófilo (sobre todo si los comparas a otros audífonos como mencionaba que se consideren audiófilos que cuesten hasta alrededor de 3000 tal vez, incluso tal vez más pero no me comprometería a enaltecerlos tanto).
About the headphone sound quality:
1. They are not for bass heads
2. Super awesome sound-stage(Google that if you don't know what that means)
3. Really Really Really crystal clear ( Maybe a bit too clear for some people) The treble would be a bit sparkly for some people and it needs some time to getting used to.
4. GETTING TO THE BASS!!! - Well they aren't bass monsters, but what they are, are great awesome bass headphones where you wont see that the sound gets muffled when the drums or lows hit. Everything is so clear even when the bass hits. This is something you don't find in cheap headphones.
Now i can only explain to a certain point about the sound. So if you are not looking for head thumping bass and looking out more for the most accurate sound on a budget and definitely audiophile sound quality, this is one of the top ones to consider!