{"product_id":"sennheiser-professional-reference-studio-headphones-closed-back-hd-480-includes-hd-480-headphones-hd-480-490-pro-coiled-cable-pro-headphone-bag-quick-guide-and-safety-guide","title":"Sennheiser Professional reference studio headphones (closed back) HD 480. Includes HD 480 Headphones, HD 480\/490 PRO Coiled Cable, PRO HEADPHONE BAG, Quick Guide and Safety Guide","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser HD 480 (SKU 700499) is a closed-back professional reference studio headphone for broadcast studio monitoring, audio post-production, recording studio tracking, and commercial AV system commissioning. The standard bundle includes the HD 480 headphones, HD 480\/490 PRO coiled cable, and a carry bag. The closed-back design delivers passive noise isolation suited for tracking sessions, broadcast booth monitoring, and environments where open-back bleed is not acceptable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe HD 480 closed-back reference headphone delivers accurate, wide-bandwidth audio reproduction for professional studio and broadcast monitoring applications. The closed earcup construction provides passive isolation from ambient noise, making it the appropriate choice for tracking sessions, broadcast production booths, and AV system audio calibration in environments where an open-back design would introduce leakage. The included coiled HD 480\/490 PRO cable supports both near-field desktop and console monitoring positions. The headphone is compatible with the full range of HD 480\/490 PRO replacement cables, ear pads, and cases, providing a modular platform for long-term studio and broadcast deployment. A travel case bundle (SKU 700500) is available for integrators requiring secure transport packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClosed-Back Reference Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Passive noise isolation for tracking, broadcast booth, and noisy studio environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Reference Audio\u003c\/strong\u003e — Accurate, wide-bandwidth response for broadcast monitoring and audio QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoiled Cable Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — HD 480\/490 PRO coiled cable for flexible desktop and console monitoring positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarry Bag Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — For day-to-day storage and transport.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Accessory System\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with the full HD 480\/490 PRO cable, ear pad, and case range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio control room and production booth monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio post-production mixing reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial AV audio system commissioning and calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording studio tracking and overdub monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr style=\"background:#f5f5f5\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"text-align:left;padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e700499\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eClosed-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eIncludes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eHD 480 headphones, HD 480\/490 PRO coiled cable, carry bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the HD 480 (700499) and HD 480 with Travel Case (700500)?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe HD 480 (700499) includes the headphones, coiled cable, and carry bag. The HD 480 with Travel Case (700500) replaces the carry bag with a hard-shell travel case for secure transport. Both are available at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/collections\/sennheiser\"\u003ecreationnetworks.net\/collections\/sennheiser\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the HD 480 or HD 490 PRO better for broadcast monitoring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe HD 480 (closed-back) is suited for broadcast booths, tracking, and noisy environments requiring isolation. The HD 490 PRO (open-back) is suited for quiet control rooms and critical mixing\/mastering where a natural soundstage is preferred.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat replacement cables are available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe HD 480\/490 PRO accessory range includes 1.8 m, 3 m, coiled, and balanced cables, all available separately.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eStandard 2-year Sennheiser warranty.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47711620759788,"sku":"700499","price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/Zz04ZjQ2YTc2NjExOGIxMWYxYjZiMGRhODFlODBkNGM4OQ.png?v=1780781453","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/sennheiser-professional-reference-studio-headphones-closed-back-hd-480-includes-hd-480-headphones-hd-480-490-pro-coiled-cable-pro-headphone-bag-quick-guide-and-safety-guide","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}