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Black open-back over-ear headphones with matte finish and detachable cable

Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 490 Pro Headphone (Black)

SKU CH-353Y-XJHGS

Open-back studio headphones with a 38 mm driver, 130 ohm impedance and two swappable ear-pad sets for fatigue-free mixing

  • Frequency range5 Hz-35 kHz
  • Product typeOver the Ear
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product weight9.2 oz
  • Open-back design creates wide, dimensional sound stage for precise localization
  • Uncolored frequency response from 5 Hz to 35 kHz ensures honest sound reproduction
  • 38 mm dynamic driver delivers 128 dB SPL maximum output at 130 ohm impedance
  • Two swappable ear pad sets reduce fatigue during long mixing sessions
  • Lightweight 260 g build with 1.8 m detachable cable and 3.5 mm plus quarter-inch adapters

Sennheiser HD 490 Pro Open-Back Headphones

The Sennheiser HD 490 Pro is a wired, over-ear reference headphone built for studio monitoring and critical listening. Its open-back architecture delivers a wide, dimensional soundstage with precise instrument placement. A 38 mm dynamic driver covers a frequency range of 5 Hz to 35 kHz at 130 ohms impedance. The unit weighs 260 grams without the cable.

Mixing Engineers Needing Replaceable Pads

These headphones suit engineers who require honest, uncoloured frequency response for mixing and mastering decisions. Two distinct sets of washable, replaceable ear pads are included to reduce fatigue during long sessions and to tailor the tonal balance. The package also supplies a Dear Reality dearVR MIX-SE licence for spatial audio monitoring. Buyers who need a closed-back design for tracking or isolation should look elsewhere.

130 Ohm Impedance Demands Suitable Amplification

The 130 ohm impedance means the headphones require a dedicated headphone amplifier or an audio interface with sufficient output voltage to reach the rated 128 dB SPL. A 1.8 metre detachable cable and 3.5 mm plus quarter-inch TRS adapters are included for connectivity. Confirm your source gear can drive this load before purchasing.

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Price $550.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSennheiser
Model nameSennheiser HD 490 Pro
Part number700286
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Frequency range5 Hz-35 kHz
Size & build
Product weight9.2 oz

Questions about this item

What comes in the box and do I need to buy any cables or adapters separately?

The package includes the HD 490 Pro headphones, a detachable 1.8 m cable, a 3.5 mm plug and a quarter inch TRS adapter. No extra cable or adapter purchase is required.

There are two sets of ear pads included — how do I decide which set to use for producing versus mixing?

One set is tuned for producing and the other for mixing; each helps reduce ear fatigue and lets you pinpoint different frequency ranges. Swap them to match the task you are working on.

The spec lists a 130 ohm impedance and 128 dB SPL — will my laptop headphone jack drive them loud enough for studio monitoring?

At 130 ohms the headphones need more voltage than typical low-impedance models; a laptop jack may reach adequate level for critical listening, but a dedicated headphone amp will provide cleaner headroom at the 128 dB SPL ceiling.

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