Sennheiser Professional reference studio headphones (open-back) HD 490 PRO. Includes 1.8m cable, set mixing ear pads and set producing ear pads
Sennheiser Professional reference studio headphones (open-back) HD 490 PRO. Includes 1.8m cable, set mixing ear pads and set producing ear pads is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Product Overview
The Sennheiser HD 490 PRO (SKU 700286) is an open-back professional reference studio headphone designed for mixing engineers, audio post-production professionals, and broadcast studio monitoring applications requiring accurate, wide-bandwidth audio reproduction. The standard bundle includes a 1.8 m cable, a set of mixing ear pads, and a set of producing ear pads, allowing engineers to switch between two distinct monitoring perspectives using the same headphone platform.
Product Description
The HD 490 PRO open-back design delivers the natural, wide soundstage characteristic of open-back reference headphones, suited for critical mixing and mastering decisions where accurate stereo imaging and tonal balance are essential. Two interchangeable ear pad sets are included: mixing ear pads tuned for flat reference monitoring, and producing ear pads providing an alternate response curve for production and sound design work. The 1.8 m straight cable covers near-field desk and console monitoring. The modular design is compatible with the full range of HD 480/490 PRO cables (1.8 m, 3 m, coiled, balanced) and cases available separately at creationnetworks.net/collections/sennheiser. The HD 490 PRO Plus (SKU 700287) adds a 3 m cable, extra headband, and premium travel case for a more complete studio package.
Key Features
- Open-Back Reference Design — Natural, wide soundstage for critical mixing and mastering decisions.
- Two Interchangeable Ear Pad Sets — Mixing pads (flat reference) and producing pads for different monitoring perspectives.
- 1.8 m Cable Included — Straight cable for near-field desk monitoring.
- Modular Accessory System — Compatible with HD 480/490 PRO cables, ear pads, and cases available separately.
Typical Applications
- Broadcast studio control room reference monitoring
- Audio post-production mixing and mastering
- Commercial AV system audio commissioning and calibration
- Recording studio tracking and mixing reference
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 700286 |
| Design | Open-back |
| Includes | HD 490 PRO headphones, 1.8 m cable, mixing ear pads, producing ear pads |
| Ear Pad Sets | 2 (mixing + producing) |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the difference between the HD 490 PRO and the HD 490 PRO Plus?
- The HD 490 PRO (700286) includes the 1.8 m cable and two ear pad sets. The HD 490 PRO Plus (700287) adds a 3 m cable, extra headband, and premium travel case.
- Are additional cables and ear pads available separately?
- Yes. The full range of HD 480/490 PRO cables, ear pads, and cases is available at creationnetworks.net/collections/sennheiser.
- Is the open-back design suitable for loud studio environments?
- Open-back headphones are best suited for quiet studio control rooms and mixing environments. For noisy or outdoor environments, the closed-back HD 480 is recommended instead.
- What is the warranty?
- Standard 2-year Sennheiser warranty.
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