When it comes to headphones, I've tried to dabble in high-fidelity audio for a while but have never been able to understand its appeal, so I thought I would dip my toes in the mud once again.

In comes the . I've heard great things about a pair of headphones off the back of ever-popular HD600 series that audiophiles absolutely love - and after trying them for a while, they've made me fall in love with music and gaming once more.

Build quality-wise, the HD660S2 are an absolute joy to handle. They feature a 38mm driver with a perforated open-back design across the earcups. The headphones are also super light, so you don't need to worry about excess weight on your head-a problem I've had with planar headphones due to their weight.

They also feature plush earpads that cuddle up to your ears when you put them on. For some people, the clamping force of the HD660S2 might be a bit annoying, but personally, I didn't have a huge problem with it. On the headband, there's a sturdy but also soft padding, so it sits nicely on your head. However, we did notice that placing it on your head awkwardly can result in the padding digging into your head, but with proper adjustments, it shouldn't be an issue.

When it comes to the sound of the they are one of the most pleasant and uncomplicated listens every with a bassy punch that doesn't overwhelm you. When it comes to mids, it handles it very well and vocals shine brilliantly. They are in a similar league to pairs, and it's also running a spring sale.

I hooked the Sennheiser HD660S2 to a FiiO K5 Pro through my desktop, and it was a real joy. Playing Sleep Token, Take Me Back To Eden, and Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody at 24-bit/94kHz sounded absolutely stunning and probably one of the best versions of the songs I've heard. Each song sounds super warm without sounding harsh on the ear.

One thing that Sennheiser open-backs are normally criticised for is their bass-but the good news is that the HD660S2 doesn't punch below its weight. Billie Eilish's Bad Guy is a great song to try out bass, and personally, it offers just enough kick to make it sound flat or dull. For those who enjoy something a bit more complex in the bass department, these may not be enough but to my sensitive ears, they were just enough.

Another reason I purchased these is for gaming when I'm playing less competitive games and more story-driven games. Booting up Assassin's Creed Shadows was a treat, and it really made me want to get rid of my gaming headphones altogether. Imaging on the HD660S2 is great - not as great as others that I've heard like the Audio Technica ATH-R70X which allows me to pinpoint sounds while playing.

Let's come to the elephant in the room. The price. For most people, unless you really value high-fidelity audio and want to really indulge in your music, the £499 price tag of the HD660S2 is far too much. However, the good news is that it regularly drops in price during sales.

Shoppers can get a pair during its Spring Sale, we recommend keeping an eye on this listing to see when it drops down in price. Dyson is arguably the closest rival pair when it comes to price, with their newest - now - you can

To conclude, the HD660S2 are perhaps some of the best headphones I've ever had the pleasure of trying, it has made me want to jump into more audiophile headphones to test. They aren't the most complex when it comes to bass but offer a great balanced sound to anyone thinking of getting some great quality headphones for gaming or music.