Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Plus Professional Reference Studio Headphones
The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Plus Reference Studio Headphones offer the perfect mix of clarity, comfort, performance, & reliability. Featuring an open-back design & innovative dearVR MIX-SE plugin
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The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Plus is designed to handle the intricate layers and complexities of modern audio production. By combining decades of German engineering with open-frame architecture, these open-back headphones provide the transparency required for critical decision-making. Whether you’re tracking, mixing, or mastering, the HD 490 PRO Plus serves as a reliable reference point, eliminating the guesswork to ensure your audio translates accurately across every playback system.
Uncompromised Audio Precision
Complexity in modern mixing requires a monitoring tool that reveals the truth of your signal chain. The HD 490 PRO Plus utilizes an open-back design and specialized components to deliver a wide, dimensional soundstage, allowing you to pinpoint conflicting frequencies and panning issues that lesser headphones often mask.
Open-Frame Architecture: The specialized design minimizes resonance and reduces total harmonic distortion (THD), providing an honest representation of your audio for precise troubleshooting and balancing.
Low-Frequency Cylinder: A custom system works in tandem with state-of-the-art neodymium magnets to deliver a clearly defined low-end, preventing the muddy bass response that can obscure critical mix details.
Linear Frequency Response: Engineered for uncolored sound reproduction, the drivers ensure the dynamic decisions you make in the studio sound natural and balanced when played back on consumer devices.
Engineered for Marathon Sessions
When the creative flow strikes, you shouldn’t be distracted by physical discomfort. The HD 490 PRO features a lightweight build and meticulous ergonomic geometry designed to eliminate pressure points, making them suitable for extended sessions where focus is paramount.
Flexible, Lightweight Build: The carefully calculated weight distribution and flexible headband allow you to wear the headphones for hours without developing fatigue or uncomfortable "hot spots."
Glasses-Friendly Design: The ear pads feature patented grooves specifically designed to accommodate eyewear, maintaining both physical comfort and a proper acoustic seal for producers who wear glasses.
Switchable Ear Pads: The set includes two unique pairs of washable, replaceable pads — velour for producing (providing a slightly warmer response) and fabric for mixing (providing a flat, linear response) — allowing you to customize the sound signature to your current task.
A Complete Production Toolkit
The "Plus" designation means your headphones come with a comprehensive suite of accessories and software tools to adapt to your specific workflow. From virtual mix room simulation to versatile cabling, you have everything needed to integrate seamlessly into a professional studio environment immediately.
dearVR MIX-SE Integration: Includes a license for the dearVR MIX-SE plugin, which simulates ideal acoustic mixing environments within your DAW to ensure your tracks translate perfectly to different rooms and car stereos.
Versatile Connectivity: The package ships with both a 1.8m and a 3m detachable cable, capable of attaching to either the left or right ear cup, giving you the freedom to configure your workspace without cable clutter.
Premium Protection: Unlike the standard model, the Plus edition includes a durable transport case and an extra headband pad, protecting your investment during travel and ensuring longevity for years of daily use.
Clarity for the Modern Creator
The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Plus is more than just a listening device; it’s a precision instrument for audio verification. By combining reference-grade accuracy with superior comfort and advanced software tools, it empowers you to finalize your creative vision with total confidence.
Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Plus Features:
Open-back design with Open-frame Architecture for reduced THD
Includes dearVR MIX-SE plugin for virtual mix room simulation
Two sets of switchable ear pads (Mixing and Producing) with unique sound signatures
Neodymium magnets and low-frequency cylinders for accurate bass
Grooved ear pads designed to accommodate glasses
Includes 1.8m and 3m detachable cables (fit left or right ear cup)
Washable and replaceable ear pads for sustainability
Includes premium case and extra headband pad
Uncolored frequency response for honest dynamic reproduction
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