Harnessing decades of Sennheiser engineering expertise, HD 490 PRO headphones are equipped to handle all the complexities of today’s music production, mixing, and mastering. Featuring an open-back design that delivers an extremely wide, dimensional sound stage and ultra-precise sound reproduction, HD 490 PRO studio headphones give you the clarity you need for critical listening, so you can make important mixing decisions with confidence.
• HD 490 PRO includes: 1.8 m cable, mixing ear pads, producing ear pads
Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Features
- Backed by decades of Sennheiser engineering, technology, research and development
- Open-back design with an extremely wide, dimensional sound stage and ultra-precise localization
- Uncolored frequency response for honest, dynamic sound reproduction across the full spectrum
- Innovative low-frequency cylinder system for full, accurate, and clearly defined low end
- Precision-engineered ergonomics eliminate pressure points and deliver supreme, flexible, lightweight comfort
- Sennheiser Open-frame Architecture reduces total harmonic distortion (THD) and minimizes resonance, improving audio accuracy
- Includes Dear Reality dearVR MIX-SE plugin, turning your DAW into an ultimate virtual mixing environment via advanced spatial audio technology
- Two unique sets of ear pads for producing or mixing help eliminate ear fatigue and pinpoint frequencies
- Sustainability-inspired with washable, replaceable pads and FSC-certified, forest-friendly packaging
- Geometrically angled earcup design optimizes transducer placement for a consistent listening experience
- State-of-the-art neodymium magnets for superior driver performance and efficiency
- Patented cable coil structure blocks cable-borne noise, ensuring the clearest signal
- Ultralight voice coil for remarkably authentic and dynamic audio reproduction
- Right and left ear jacks with detachable cable easily adapts to any studio configuration
- Patented accessibility features: braille-guided L/R earcups and grooved ear pads for eyeglasses
- Open-mesh metal earpiece covers provide natural ventilation
- HD 490 PRO Professional Reference Studio Headphones1
- 1.8 m cable1
- Mixing ear pads2
- Producing ear pads2
- Total Harmonic Distortion<0.2% (1kHz, 100dB SPL)
- Transducer PrincipleDynamic, open
- Transducer38mm
- Wearing Style/Ear CouplingCircumaural
- Acoustic PropertiesMax Sound Pressure Level: 128 dB SPL (1kHz @5% THD)
- ConnectivityConnector: 3.5mm/6.3mm
- Ambient Conditions
- Operating Relative Humidity: 10 to 80%, not condensing
- Storage Relative Humidity: 10 to 90%
- Operating Temperature: +0 to +50 degrees C
- Storage Temperature: -25 to 70 degrees C
- Electrical Properties
- Sensitivity: 105dB SPL (1kHZ/1Vrms), 96dB SPL (1kHz/1mW)
- Impedance: 130 ohms (1kHz)
- Acoustic PrincipleOpen
- Power Rating300mW (100h, noise IEC 60268)
- Transmission Range5Hz to 36,100Hz (-dB)
- Dimensions
- Weight: 260g (w/o cable)
- Cable length: 1.8m (HD 490 PRO Plus: 1.8m and 3m)
More about Sennheiser’s HD Headphones
The ideal all-purpose style of headphones, Sennheiser’s On-Ear HD Series delivers high-quality sound in a lightweight, compact, and comfortable design. On-ear headphone cups are smaller than over-ear options, sitting directly against the ear. While this might lead to higher noise leakage, active noise-canceling ensures an uninterrupted audio experience. The On-Ear HD Series boasts high-performing MOMENTUM technology, which offers the same audio experience as full-size, over-ear headphones.
On-ear headphones are also foldable, making them smaller and easier to transport. Along in-line remote controls for volume and TV channels, on-ear headphones are ideal for sound lovers on the go. An extra-long cable allows for the clearest reproduction of sound—even when you’re at a distance from the audio source. Thanks to its ergonomic headband, on-ear headphones stay put securely even when you’re moving around, so you can enjoy your favorite playlist while staying active.
