--- product_id: 1820765 title: "HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones, Wired Over-Ear with 50mm Neodymium Drivers, Single-Sided Cable, 10-30,000Hz, for Monitoring, Recording, Mixing, Podcast, Music,Black" brand: "superlux" price: "€ 95.98" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Superlux" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/1820765-hd681-semi-open-studio-headphones-wired-over-ear-with-50mm store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 50mm Neodymium Drivers 10-30,000 Hz Frequency Range 2.5m Single-Sided Cable HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones, Wired Over-Ear with 50mm Neodymium Drivers, Single-Sided Cable, 10-30,000Hz, for Monitoring, Recording, Mixing, Podcast, Music,Black **Brand:** superlux **Price:** € 95.98 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > 🎢 Elevate your sound game with studio-grade clarity and comfort β€” don’t miss out on the HD681 experience! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones, Wired Over-Ear with 50mm Neodymium Drivers, Single-Sided Cable, 10-30,000Hz, for Monitoring, Recording, Mixing, Podcast, Music,Black by superlux - **How much does it cost?** € 95.98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/1820765-hd681-semi-open-studio-headphones-wired-over-ear-with-50mm) ## Best For - superlux enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted superlux brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **All-Day Comfort Fit:** Lightweight design with self-adjusting headband and soft leather earpads for marathon studio sessions. - β€’ **Tangle-Free Mobility:** Durable 2.5-meter single-sided cable with gold-plated plug keeps you moving without cable chaos. - β€’ **Immersive Bass Impact:** Powerful 50mm neodymium drivers deliver deep, controlled low frequencies for rich, dynamic listening. - β€’ **Pro-Grade Versatility:** Optimized 32 Ξ© impedance and 300mW power handling for seamless use in monitoring, mixing, podcasting, and casual listening. - β€’ **Precision Audio Mastery:** Experience crystal-clear sound with a wide 10-30,000 Hz frequency range that captures every nuance. ## Overview The Superlux HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones combine professional-grade 50mm neodymium drivers and a broad 10-30,000 Hz frequency response to deliver detailed, balanced sound ideal for critical listening and mixing. Featuring a lightweight, comfortable design with soft leather earpads and a durable 2.5m single-sided cable, these wired over-ear headphones offer exceptional value for audio professionals and enthusiasts seeking clarity, comfort, and versatility at an unbeatable price. ## Description Buy Superlux HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones, Wired Over-Ear with 50mm Neodymium Drivers, Single-Sided Cable, 10-30,000Hz, for Monitoring, Recording, Mixing, Podcast, Music: Over-Ear Headphones - desertcart.com βœ“ FREE DELIVERY possible on eligible purchases Review: For the price, great value for Semi-open hi-fi wannabe headphones - Out of box they sounded very good, FAR better than other similar $ headphones. I would not say "hi-fi" but WAY better sound definition than most headphones under $100. They are not bass-heavy, rattle your noggin cans. They are more in the lane of "reference" or neutral. I thought they had slightly forward highs, occasionally sibilant, perhaps ... but that's a big word and hardly fair for headphones we paid <$40 for!!! Bass was there and controlled but recessed a bit on some tracks I listened to. For example, a cello won't sound booming, but will sound very real, and right there. For classical or critical listening, that's great; if you want to feel the bass from pop, R&B etc in your gut, these aren't for that. If you can afford over $80, sure, there are better options for critical listening, for example Phillips 9500 which are an amazing deal for the price, and you can sometimes score an audiotechnica M40 on sale or refurb for just a bit more. My son bought these to replace some skull candy and originally missed the bass those had. But, over a couple weeks he says the superlux are so much clearer, cleaner, and spacious sounding, he doesn't like the skull candy anymore. He says he can hear all sorts of detail in music he never heard before (and he likes it...). My experience lines up with that from the few tracks I listened to with these (though I don't put his skull candy on my head ... ever). Everyone will be different.... so look up more details elsewhere. But $ for sound, these surprized me in a really good way. Build quality doesn't look exceptional. They don't look fragile, just like they are "just adequate" and not more. My son usually tears things up pretty quick, headphones not withstanding. Hence he paid for these himself ... 2 pairs from dad in <2years and you're on your own, Jack. So far, a couple months of frequent use (he uses them every day, several hours per day ... some days I think he has these on more than he doesn't) and they are holding up okay. My son listens to them with a generic MP3 player and they sound fine, so no amp needed ... but if you add a little juice, they do perk up and shine. But so do most good headphones. I let him listen to these on a class A solid state and then a tube headphone amp, and his jaw dropped. He tried his skull candy on those and went "meh, yeah, better, but ... not like the superlux" The point is, these are surprisingly good headphones for "cricial listening" if it's not blasphemy to say such about a sub $50 headphone, but you get out of them what you put into them. On a marginal source, you may not notice a big difference between these and a typical $40 set but as the source improves, they start to really separate from other similar priced cans. Be aware, if you aren't familiar with semi-open/ open, that means they leak sound - in and out. You can still hear things around you AND others can hear YOUR music even if it's not cranked up. The tradeoff is, again if you are not aware, is that the design makes them sound really spacious. Open/semi-open headphones are rarely this cheap, so in case you wondered into reviews of this Superlux looking for a "cheap but decent" pair of cans to wear on the train while commuting ... hmmm ... think on that a bit. I have a lot of far better headphones ... but for the money, I've not heard anything this "good." It looks like these bounce up and down in price. If these were $70 you could do better for a couple bucks more and would be well to do so (phillips 9500 again). We scored these for less than $40. At that price I'd buy them again any day!! 5 stars for VERY good sound at a CRAZY, CRAZY low price. If $50, I'd say 4 stars because there are other competitors at that price that have better build quality better comfort, and better sound. Hit $75 and I'd drop to 3 stars - too close to Phillips, Sennheisser, and Audiotechnica options that edge these out. Review: Long overdue review - So, I'm finally in a position to write a review of the Superlux HD681 headphones.. I've purchased 2 sets of these headphones over the last (nearly) 6 years. The first set was for myself. The second set was for my mother (4 years ago). After 6 years of regular use, sometimes upwards of 8 hours, my almost 6 year old set is still in "like new" condition, as is my mother's 4 year old set. Durability is not an issue in the slightest, if you don't abuse them. If you abuse them, yes, they will eventually break. However, when treated properly, they will last for years. Even after 6 years, the audio is very clean. The bass is not overbearing by any means. I do enjoy reading reviews from others regarding these headphones. After 6 years, I've only heard static, distortion, etc from low quality audio files and streams. When playing FLAC files, the sound is crystal clear through the entire volume and gain level. I'm running these from a FiiO E10K DAC/AMP. I'm not an audiophile by any means, and it appears neither are most posting reviews. Most of the reviews here appear to be written by people who are more impressed by price than actual experience or by people that listened to a brand new set for a few minutes before posting a review. Sound quality is heavily affected by source. Low quality audio chipsets, low quality audio recordings, etc. If you're listening to Spotify, Napster, Youtube, etc, expect distortion, hissing, popping and crackling. If you're using Realtek or VIA integrated audio, expect distortion, crackling, popping and hissing. That is the fault of the audio stream or audio device and not the headphones. As I said earlier, FLAC files played through a FiiO E10K outputting to these headphones are crystal clear, even with the volume and gain turned all the way up. Yes, these headphones WILL make your ears sweat....but after nearly 6 years, my ear pads are in near perfect condition. For those looking for 100% perfect sound reproduction. You're going to be looking forever. Your perfect product does not exist. For the rest of you. IF you want good sound quality with a wide sound stage for a reasonable price, and don't want to invest several hundred or thousands of dollars in audio equipment, these are well worth the cost. You'll have to invest thousands to actually hear the difference between these and the more expensive headphones they compete with. The only people that can truly hear the difference between these and the more expensive "brand name" headphones, are those that think cost and quality and directly proportional. ## Features - 【 Accurate & Detailed Sound 】 The HD681 series deliver balanced audio with a 10–30,000 Hz frequency range, capturing every note in vivid detail. Ideal for professional monitoring across studio and stage settings. Enjoy deep bass, clear highs, and exceptional resolution, with a wide soundstage and impressive dynamicsβ€”ideal for a variety of music, especially classical. - 【 Deep Low-Frequency Impact 】 Specially tuned for rich low-end depth, the Ø50mm neodymium drivers deliver immersive clarity and presence, bringing classical music, large ensembles, and other dynamic genres to life. - 【 Comfortable Design 】Featuring a self-adjusting headband and soft leather earpads. The lightweight build and soft vinyl earpads make them perfect for long sessions without discomfort. - 【 Single-Sided Cable 】 Equipped with a durable 2.5-meter (8.2 ft.) straight, single-sided cable and screw-on gold-plated stereo mini plug, the HD 681 offers the freedom to move without the hassle of tangled cords. - 【 Professional Versatility 】 Designed for both professional and personal use, the HD681's durable design, 32 Ξ© impedance, and 300 mW maximum power make it adaptable to various settings. Perfect for mixing, tracking, or just enjoying classical music with unparalleled sound quality. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B002GHIPYI | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver | | Best Sellers Rank | #24,592 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #35 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors #2,616 in Headphones & Earbuds | | Cable Feature | Retractable | | Compatible Devices | Guitar, Podcast, DJ, Keyboard, Piano, Gaming | | Connectivity Technology | Wired | | Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,337) | | Date First Available | April 13, 2004 | | Frequency Response | 3045 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00887480666298 | | Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 9.9 ounces | | Item model number | HD000681 | | Manufacturer | Superlux | | Material | レアー | | Model Name | HD681 | | Noise Control | None | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Dimensions | 4.21 x 7.36 x 7.87 inches | | Special Feature | Noise Cancellation | | UPC | 887480666298 797864307863 008474924778 | | Units | 1.0 Count | | Wireless Communication Technology | Wired | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Superlux - **Color:** Black - **Ear Placement:** Over Ear - **Form Factor:** Over Ear - **Impedance:** 32 Ohms ## Images ![HD681 Semi-Open Studio Headphones, Wired Over-Ear with 50mm Neodymium Drivers, Single-Sided Cable, 10-30,000Hz, for Monitoring, Recording, Mixing, Podcast, Music,Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71UWPX1qFDL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Are these headphones comparable with iPhone 5S?** A: The best iPhone 5S headphones are Monoprice 8323 you can get them on here for $30 and you'll be blown away by how amazing they sounds! And go ahead read reviews it is 5 stars from over 800 reviews! I own two pairs after I got one for my daughter and I just had to get one for my self they are this good **Q: How do these compare against Grado SR-60i?** A: I briefly had the SR-60 and currently own the 681. The SR-60 are technically impressive headphones that are unbelievably detailed. The sparkle on those is something I've never heard before and they were beautiful. However, I found that I personally favored something with a little bit less high and a little bit more balanced low-end. Look at frequency response curves for both headphones to see what I mean. The 681s have a really nice low end that doesn't flood, you can hear things distinct and clear, but just the overall sound was so...nice! Like, I just love listening to them, everything was balanced and beautiful but nothing needed tweaking. They shine with all types of music and are comfortable for hours as well. Yes, they don't match the detail of the SR-60s, but they're 95% of the way there, and are so well balanced elsewhere. **Q: Does it have a detachable cable? I.e. in case the wire breaks, can I replace it with a regular 3.5 mm cable?** A: No. There is no detachable cable, it's all one piece from the. Headphones to the plug. **Q: Are these noise cancelling?** A: No they are not noise cancelling but the ear pieces are big enough to cover your whole ear which makes them almost as good as noise cancelling,, for the price you pay, you cannot beat these for sound quality.. I was a sound engineer with 2 24 track studioes for 17 years and I know headsets and these are excellent.. in my personal opinion, these headsets are just as good as the Bose noise cancelling headsets which I also have.. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the price, great value for Semi-open hi-fi wannabe headphones *by S***L on September 20, 2021* Out of box they sounded very good, FAR better than other similar $ headphones. I would not say "hi-fi" but WAY better sound definition than most headphones under $100. They are not bass-heavy, rattle your noggin cans. They are more in the lane of "reference" or neutral. I thought they had slightly forward highs, occasionally sibilant, perhaps ... but that's a big word and hardly fair for headphones we paid <$40 for!!! Bass was there and controlled but recessed a bit on some tracks I listened to. For example, a cello won't sound booming, but will sound very real, and right there. For classical or critical listening, that's great; if you want to feel the bass from pop, R&B etc in your gut, these aren't for that. If you can afford over $80, sure, there are better options for critical listening, for example Phillips 9500 which are an amazing deal for the price, and you can sometimes score an audiotechnica M40 on sale or refurb for just a bit more. My son bought these to replace some skull candy and originally missed the bass those had. But, over a couple weeks he says the superlux are so much clearer, cleaner, and spacious sounding, he doesn't like the skull candy anymore. He says he can hear all sorts of detail in music he never heard before (and he likes it...). My experience lines up with that from the few tracks I listened to with these (though I don't put his skull candy on my head ... ever). Everyone will be different.... so look up more details elsewhere. But $ for sound, these surprized me in a really good way. Build quality doesn't look exceptional. They don't look fragile, just like they are "just adequate" and not more. My son usually tears things up pretty quick, headphones not withstanding. Hence he paid for these himself ... 2 pairs from dad in <2years and you're on your own, Jack. So far, a couple months of frequent use (he uses them every day, several hours per day ... some days I think he has these on more than he doesn't) and they are holding up okay. My son listens to them with a generic MP3 player and they sound fine, so no amp needed ... but if you add a little juice, they do perk up and shine. But so do most good headphones. I let him listen to these on a class A solid state and then a tube headphone amp, and his jaw dropped. He tried his skull candy on those and went "meh, yeah, better, but ... not like the superlux" The point is, these are surprisingly good headphones for "cricial listening" if it's not blasphemy to say such about a sub $50 headphone, but you get out of them what you put into them. On a marginal source, you may not notice a big difference between these and a typical $40 set but as the source improves, they start to really separate from other similar priced cans. Be aware, if you aren't familiar with semi-open/ open, that means they leak sound - in and out. You can still hear things around you AND others can hear YOUR music even if it's not cranked up. The tradeoff is, again if you are not aware, is that the design makes them sound really spacious. Open/semi-open headphones are rarely this cheap, so in case you wondered into reviews of this Superlux looking for a "cheap but decent" pair of cans to wear on the train while commuting ... hmmm ... think on that a bit. I have a lot of far better headphones ... but for the money, I've not heard anything this "good." It looks like these bounce up and down in price. If these were $70 you could do better for a couple bucks more and would be well to do so (phillips 9500 again). We scored these for less than $40. At that price I'd buy them again any day!! 5 stars for VERY good sound at a CRAZY, CRAZY low price. If $50, I'd say 4 stars because there are other competitors at that price that have better build quality better comfort, and better sound. Hit $75 and I'd drop to 3 stars - too close to Phillips, Sennheisser, and Audiotechnica options that edge these out. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Long overdue review *by A***S on January 19, 2019* So, I'm finally in a position to write a review of the Superlux HD681 headphones.. I've purchased 2 sets of these headphones over the last (nearly) 6 years. The first set was for myself. The second set was for my mother (4 years ago). After 6 years of regular use, sometimes upwards of 8 hours, my almost 6 year old set is still in "like new" condition, as is my mother's 4 year old set. Durability is not an issue in the slightest, if you don't abuse them. If you abuse them, yes, they will eventually break. However, when treated properly, they will last for years. Even after 6 years, the audio is very clean. The bass is not overbearing by any means. I do enjoy reading reviews from others regarding these headphones. After 6 years, I've only heard static, distortion, etc from low quality audio files and streams. When playing FLAC files, the sound is crystal clear through the entire volume and gain level. I'm running these from a FiiO E10K DAC/AMP. I'm not an audiophile by any means, and it appears neither are most posting reviews. Most of the reviews here appear to be written by people who are more impressed by price than actual experience or by people that listened to a brand new set for a few minutes before posting a review. Sound quality is heavily affected by source. Low quality audio chipsets, low quality audio recordings, etc. If you're listening to Spotify, Napster, Youtube, etc, expect distortion, hissing, popping and crackling. If you're using Realtek or VIA integrated audio, expect distortion, crackling, popping and hissing. That is the fault of the audio stream or audio device and not the headphones. As I said earlier, FLAC files played through a FiiO E10K outputting to these headphones are crystal clear, even with the volume and gain turned all the way up. Yes, these headphones WILL make your ears sweat....but after nearly 6 years, my ear pads are in near perfect condition. For those looking for 100% perfect sound reproduction. You're going to be looking forever. Your perfect product does not exist. For the rest of you. IF you want good sound quality with a wide sound stage for a reasonable price, and don't want to invest several hundred or thousands of dollars in audio equipment, these are well worth the cost. You'll have to invest thousands to actually hear the difference between these and the more expensive headphones they compete with. The only people that can truly hear the difference between these and the more expensive "brand name" headphones, are those that think cost and quality and directly proportional. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Considering the price, these are great *by 2***S on July 26, 2011* UPDATE: 7/16/13 ** I've been using these almost daily for two years, and the headphones continue to function as if new. All in all, the sound performance with these is above average, and the affordable price makes this a great deal. The Superlux HD 681 wear comfortably on the head, fitting with cushions over the ears and molding well to the head. Sound quality shouldn't be compared to top-of-the line headphones, but these provide reasonable, above-average depth and sound clarity. I use these casually, listening to a full gamut of genres (rock, jazz, classical, hip hop, audiobooks, etc.) and find the headphones work well with the characteristics of all these audio genres. The only negative is the occasional slight distortion at louder volumes; the bass isn't superb, but that could be the Ipod version I'm using with these. The only other point worth noting is their relative bulky size, but the solid construction and notable sound quality overrides this point for me. Overall, two years in and I would continue to recommend these to casual audio listeners. ** The price of these headphones gives them a great value. Overall quality is pretty good. The headphones are comfortable on your ears; however, occasionally the headphones can irritate the top of your head, but with a little readjustment comfort is restored! Sound quality is good. I'm not an audio expert, but I definitely enjoy these. Appearance is one area where these are slightly lacking. The top of the headphones (as the image shows) stand out, so if you are trying to look "fly" in your 'phones, these might not be the best unit. But, I have not problem with it. All in all, I would recommend these to a casual or beginner headphone connoisseur... ## Frequently Bought Together - Superlux HD681 Semi-Open Back Wired Over Ear Headphone with 50mm Neodymium Driver, Single-Sided Cable for Professional Monitoring Recording Headset & Mixing for Guitar Podcast - Focusrite Scarlett Solo 3rd Gen USB Audio Interface for Guitarists, Vocalists, Podcasters or Producers to record and playback studio quality sound - Samson SR850 Professional Semi-Open Studio Reference Monitoring Headphones --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.at/products/1820765-hd681-semi-open-studio-headphones-wired-over-ear-with-50mm](https://www.desertcart.at/products/1820765-hd681-semi-open-studio-headphones-wired-over-ear-with-50mm) --- *Product available on Desertcart Austria* *Store origin: AT* *Last updated: 2026-04-22*