Senn V2 replacement cables for HD-580, HD-600 and HD-650 headphones. I use brand new Senn 650 connectors, which will also fit 580-600 and HD25 (turn cups over for HD25 use).

     Wider soundstage, better instrument separation, and overall transparency/musicality, is what customers are saying about the V2 cable. Probably the most neutral Senn cable available, hear what your drivers are capable of… Also upgradeable in either BlackCopper, BlackMax, BlackCrystal, BlackTop or my fave, BlackGold inner configurations.

     Outside covering is a special soft sleeving that I've found is very low in microphonics, unlike other replacement cables that use standard Techflex. The connector splice uses multiple layers of adhesive heat shrink, to hold up for the entire life of the cable.

     These V2 have been popular since their inception, thus I've not changed the V2 internal formula over the years. I suspect these could easily be the best value in aftermarket Senn cables for how well they perform. Four varieties to choose from too :-) Also, Senn HD490/495/500/590 cables at page bottom.  Enthusiastic customer comment regarding Senn V2 below...

Unsolicited customer comment* on Senn V2...

Have around 50 hours on the Senn V2 now and I have to say I have never known any piece of audio equipment or accessory which has given such a staggering difference in listening quality.

To say the cable has lifted the veil on the Sennheiser is an understatement. It's like night and day. Clarity, gorgeous but not false soundstage, and bass, well the bass is so true and deep.

And contrary to what some headphilers seem to have suggested it doesn't in anyway change the nature of the Sennheisers. It just gives a pure transparency and honesty to the music that is not fatiguing in the slightest, not a hint of aggression or harshness.

Sorry if this is a ramble, Larry, I'm not an audiophile but I like to think I know what good sound is. And just from experience I had some Senn HD650s last year which I upgraded with xxxxxx at $185. IMHO The Senn V2 leaves the xxxxxx dead in the water.

Honestly, never thought music could sound this authentic. It must be art!

*Edited for spelling, paragraphs and blanked out "other" cable name.

      Senn woodies help lift what I hear as a lush veil and provide a more balanced frequency range to my ears. Overall impact of sound increase in closed versions. The standard depth brings the music in your face closer while the deeper depth woodies create a nice balance of soundstage, depth and bring out the high end better. I prefer woody on, rather than open, with both 580's and 600's. More of a "club" feel and rock can. For 650's I like either full screen (virtually cosmetic only) or Deep version for a chamber hall feel. Some like standard depth on 650's also...

     If you'd like me to install them I will do it in exchange for your nice stock screens, just pay the shipping to get them here (and back if not USA).

     It is easy to pop off your existing screens and push/screw these in place. Woody's will have pilot holes for the included brass wood screws (4 per woody). Senn Woody Installation Instructions

     Pics of different woods on Wood ID page. Deep version currently available in Paduak, Flame Maple, Cocobolo, Bubinga, Cherry, Black Walnut, Zebra and Purple Heart. Possibly others (ask and I'll check).

     Shown top row left to right... small hole offset (centered is fine too), large hole, full screen (virtually cosmetic only), then standard closed and deep.

Now available, replacement cables for HD-490-495-500-590 headphones. These cables would also work for other cans that use a sub-mini 2.5 headphone stereo jack at the can. This cable will not work with 595's. I've found a nice quality sub-mini jack to use in building these cables. Make sure your cans jack can accept a round end as shown in above pic or you may have to file the hexagon shape to fit the upgraded plug. Will fit the cans listed above, beyond that dunno...

First step is to remove your earpads. Place your finger under inside of pad and tug up. That side of the pad will snap loose. Turn phones around and repeat on the other side and top and bottom until pad is free. There will also be a thin piece of foam that goes between the ear pad and the driver housing, usually it will come out with the ear pad. If not, pull it out and repeat for opposite all steps for other ear pad.

Next it is time to remove the stock screens. Locate edge of screen (red lines) and place spoon under the lip. Gently pry up until screen is loose and remove. It is very easy.

Now that your screens and pads are off, the woodies can be installed. The woodies have three indentations on the bottom lip. The half rectangles in red at the bottom of each pic need to line up with each other. You will be inserting the woody into the plastic lip that the screen fit over. The red circles in the left picture show the pre drilled pilot holes that you will be screwing into.

Once both woodies are on and you've decided on damping or not, you can screw the woodies on with the provided screws.

The woodies have four holes pre drilled. There are four holes in the driver housing, two are shown below in red. The other two holes are opposite. Screw in the hole nearest cable opening first, than the one above and across. Two per woody are all that are needed, though you can put in all four I provide too.

I like to use a cotton rag to hold the cup as to not "burn in" a finger print. Do not tighten a single screw only, tighten each a little until all are starting to feel tight. Do not over tighten! Best to snug up the lower screws first (cable entry side).

Damping… You have a choice to dampen the interior of the cups or leave them as received. If not damped, you will get reflecting sound waves which may or may not be desirable to you. I personally like damping behind the driver only, while leaving the ends of the cups alone. Stick with the slightly deeper middle circle when damping using cotton, dynamat, foam, blu-tack or other. It's really up to you and experimenting is part of the fun. Just don't over tighten your screws. If you do strip a hole, cut some tooth picks with scissors so they fit in holes and put in some wood glue then let dry.

Once both woodies are installed, insert the thin foam back into the side you just tightened the screws or replace it with sound transparent cloth (some use Nylons). Insert pad and firmly push down around the entire pad to snap it back in. If you have a question on installation, don't hesitate to email for an answer. Please enjoy your woody!