Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT vs Skullcandy Hesh 3

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Let's take a look at the differences and similarities between Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT vs Skullcandy Hesh 3. They both are closed back and wireless. An audio cable comes with each of the over-ear appliances.

Features

The sensitivity of Skullcandy Hesh 3 is 113 dB which is higher than Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT has — 97 dB. There is a significant difference in their impedance. The headphones made by Skullcandy have 18 Ohm and this is quite low compared to the product of Sennheiser that has 32 Ohm. When it comes to frequency response, the first device works in a range between 18 Hz and 22 kHz, while the second one has a frequency response of 20 Hz - 20 kHz.

Their battery life can't be called very long but it is pretty ok. Skullcandy Hesh 3 works for 25 hours after 3 hours of charging and the battery life of Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT is 22 hours. Both appliances have a battery-free listening mode.

Sound

Skullcandy Hesh 3 vs Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT are bass-heavy headphones. It has very deep bass with quite a bit of excess thump and rumble. The bass is punchy with a great impact. However, consider that it will bleed into the mids, recessing vocals at times.

Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT has excellent bass depth and solid high-frequency clarity. Vocals sound natural, although it can sound a little shouty on certain tracks.

Comfort and design

They both have an adjustable headband and come with a carry case. An audio cable of Skullcandy Hesh 3 is 140cm long and Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT has a 120cm long wire.

You have to be incredibly sensitive to feel the difference between their weight since it's only 25 g. Skullcandy Hesh 3 has 225 g and Sennheiser HD 4.40 BT has 200 g. The second one is easier to carry as it folds.

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