The Sennheiser HD 800 S headphones combine striking industrial design with exceptional comfort. They feature a layered metal and plastic headband to attenuate vibrations and handmade microfiber earpads for long listening sessions. Developed in Germany and precision-built in Ireland, these headphones use advanced aerospace materials for a high strength-to-weight ratio. The HD 800 S incorporates innovative absorber technology, pioneered in the IE 800, which enhances sound reproduction by eliminating the "masking effect". This technology allows for greater purity and precision by absorbing resonance energy, making even the finest musical nuances audible. The headphones feature a 56mm sound transducer, the largest ever used in dynamic headphones, and a unique ear cup design that directs sound waves to the ear at an angle for a natural and spatial listening experience. Unlike the silver finish of the classic HD 800, the HD 800 S presents a high-class matt black finish.