The perfect mix of clarity, comfort, and reliability, HD 490 PRO studio headphones are built to handle all the complexities of today’s music production. The open-back design delivers an extremely wide, dimensional sound stage and ultra-precise sound reproduction, eliminating audio blind spots and ensuring you’re in full control of every detail.
Handcrafted and German-engineered with built-to-last components and a lightweight, comfortable design, HD 490 PRO lets you feel the music and forget about the headphones. Meticulously engineered ergonomics eliminate pressure points while the open-back design provides natural ventilation, making hours in the music feel like minutes. Two sets of switchable ear pads, each with a unique sound signature for long hours of mixing and producing, eliminate ear fatigue and are designed with sustainability and durability in mind — they’re both washable and replaceable.
HD 490 PRO mixing headphones also include the innovative dearVR MIX-SE plugin from Dear Reality, placing you in the “sweet spot” and turning your DAW into an ultimate virtual mixing environment. DearVR MIX-SE simulates the carefully designed acoustics of mixing studios, helping you ensure a balanced, consistent translation of your mix on different systems. HD 490 PRO helps you achieve your full creative vision, eliminating audio blind spots, putting you in full control of every detail, and ensuring accurate playback beyond the studio.
Application range | Studio |
Noise cancelling | No noise cancellation |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Isolation | Open |
Item number | 60301256 |
Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
Category | Headphones |
Manufacturer no. | 700287 |
Release date | 18.7.2025 |
Colour | Black, Silver |
Exact colour description | Black, Silver |
Application range | Studio |
Output | Stereo |
Noise cancelling | No noise cancellation |
Signal transmission | Cable |
Headphone type | Over ear headphones |
Fit | Headband |
Isolation | Open |
Driver diameter | 38 mm |
Adjustability | Removable cable |
Converter principle | Dynamic |
Sensitivity | 105 dB |
Impedance | 130 Ω |
Connections base/transmitter | 3.5mm, 6.3mm |
Headphone cable length | 1.8m |
Power supply | Without external power source |
CO₂ emissions | 29.26 kg |
Climate contribution | CHF 0.70 |
Scope of delivery | Tote bag |
Height | 26.90 cm |
Width | 9.95 cm |
Depth | 22.40 cm |
Weight | 260 g |
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Source: Digitec GalaxusHigh wearing comfort, alternative ear pads, a well thought-out cable routing and a pleasantly balanced sound: the HD 490 Pro is an all-round successful open studio headphone at a comparatively favourable price! In terms of sound and comfort, the HD 490 Pro sets standards in its price class and is a reliable partner in the studio.
High wearing comfort, alternative ear pads, well thought-out cable routing and a pleasantly balanced sound: the HD 490 Pro is an all-round successful open studio headphone at a comparatively favourable price!
