Make it light. Make it comfy. Make it sound amazing.

Sennheiser asked and you answered - and that's just what they did. Looking to upgrade your daily listening or gaming experience? Maybe you want to discover more details in your favorite tracks or stay hyperaware in the gaming arena with zero latency (and no charging required). Perhaps you just like to look uncommonly stylish in the privacy of your own home. In any case, if you're seeking audiophile-grade sound at an affordable price, the HD 550 is for you.

Best in class sound.

Extended bass and treble thanks to a transducer with an improved laminate diaphragm and a more transparent sound due to a lighter voice coil.

High-grade design.

High grade metal mesh, no plastic on the headband, and added design highlights.

Solid build quality and spares.

The trusted mechanical design of the HD 500 series for long and satisfying use, aftermarket spares available to extend the life of the product.

Best in class wearing comfort.

Headband design with reduced clamping force for comfortable and secure fit, lightweight design.

Improved packaging and accessories.

Fully compatible with all HD 500 series accessory cables including balanced-mode use, includes drawstring carry-on.

Gaming and remote office ready.

Suitable for many use cases, microphone-ready including gaming and remote working.