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Sennheiser IE 8

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User ratings:
47
4.3 out of 5
47 user ratings
5 stars
42 %
4 stars
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3 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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4.8 out of 5
6 user ratings
5 stars
83 %
4 stars
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Pros

  • detail is unfussy and presented without forcing itself on the listener
  • wide soundstage and I like a good bass
  • Very smooth

Cons

  • the SE215 will not fit - different connectors
  • Sounding a little too harsh and causing fatigue
  • the sound is not correct

Key specs

  • 16 Ω
  • 10, 20000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • In-Ear
  • Wired

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Sennheiser IE 8 - Pros & Cons

Sennheiser IE 8

Pros

  • detail is unfussy and presented without forcing itself on the listener
  • wide soundstage and I like a good bass
  • Very smooth
  • deep bass
  • nice soundstage
  • IE8 still competes with the best of the best
  • H3 is pretty good
  • It definitely focuses more on detail and clarity than richness or fullness
  • the midrange and treble of the IE8 are both excellent in their own right
  • clear high resolution sounds and a dynamic listening experience
  • IE8 also manages wonderfully realistic attack and decay when necessary

Cons

  • the SE215 will not fit - different connectors
  • Sounding a little too harsh and causing fatigue
  • the sound is not correct
  • A wet noticeable base would be preferable
  • momentums were really horrible at handling highs

Sennheiser IE 8 - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
26 mm
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Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
16 Ω
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Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
5 g
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Sennheiser IE 8 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight0.18 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
Type of connector3.5mm
Detachable cableno
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeEarloop/Ear conch
CategoryAudiophile
Noise isolatingyes
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Sound
Impedance16.0 Ω
Frequency range10 - 20000
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.02 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.1 %
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Power
Battery operatedno

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Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser - Editorial Reviews (8)

4.8
Based on 8 reviews
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Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE8 In-Ear Headphones
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Trusted Reviews
Published: 15.01.2009
Sennheiser IE8 In-Ear Headphones
4.0

Sennheiser claims its new top of the range earphones can compete with the best from any other manufacturer. Ed puts them to the test.

Sennheiser IE 8 The best headphones in 2023
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Tom's Guide
Published: 28.10.2022
The best headphones in 2023
4.5

The best headphones and earbuds offer balanced performance, great features and phenomenal value

Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE8 review
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TechRadar
Published: 05.04.2009
Sennheiser IE8 review
5.0

With a proven track record with in-ear 'phones, can Sennheiser's top dog rule the pound?

Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE8 Earphones Review
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TechPowerUp
Published: 13.05.2009
Sennheiser IE8 Earphones Review
5.0

IE8 is the name of a brand new earphone solution from Sennheiser. The Sennheiser IE8 boast a dynamic driver and an innovative bass adjustment feature that allows the user to tweak the bass response on the move. With a price of $400 they don't come cheap, but for an audiophile who is looking for the best sound quality possible, these might still be a very viable choice.

Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones
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CNET
Published: 05.01.2009
Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones

We loved the way the Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones added warmth and depth to our broad music collection. With the added bonus of being able to manually adjust the bass, these earphones are more than worthy competitors to the Shure SE530s. Be prepared to have your music rocked

Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE8 / IE8i Review | The Headphone List
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The Headphone List
Published: 05.06.2013
Sennheiser IE8 / IE8i Review | The Headphone List

Launched at a time when “high end IEM” was synonymous with “balanced armature”, the Sennheiser IE8 re-introduced dynamic drivers into the world of ultraportable hi-fi and firmly established Sennheiser, a late entrant in the IEM game, in the realm of top-tier earphones.

Sennheiser IE 8 Home review
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Published: 15.01.2009
Home review
5.0

If you're a commuter who values their music, you have to give these a try

Sennheiser IE 8 Sennheiser IE 8 review
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Expert Reviews
Published: 24.05.2011
Sennheiser IE 8 review
5.0

Finally, a set of high-end earphones that produce rich bass tones without overwhelming the rest of the sound

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