{"product_id":"sennheiser-professional-reference-studio-headphones-open-back-hd-490-pro-includes-1-8m-cable-set-mixing-ear-pads-and-set-producing-ear-pads","title":"Sennheiser Professional reference studio headphones (open-back) HD 490 PRO. Includes 1.8m cable, set mixing ear pads and set producing ear pads","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/collections\/sennheiser\"\u003ecreationnetworks.net\/collections\/sennheiser\u003c\/a\u003e. The HD 490 PRO Plus (SKU 700287) adds a 3 m cable, extra headband, and premium travel case for a more complete studio package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen-Back Reference Design\u003c\/strong\u003e — Natural, wide soundstage for critical mixing and mastering decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo Interchangeable Ear Pad Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mixing pads (flat reference) and producing pads for different monitoring perspectives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.8 m Cable Included\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight cable for near-field desk monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModular Accessory System\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with HD 480\/490 PRO cables, ear pads, and cases available separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio control room reference monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio post-production mixing and mastering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial AV system audio commissioning and calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecording studio tracking and mixing reference\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\"\u003e700286\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\"\u003eOpen-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 490 PRO headphones, 1.8 m cable, mixing ear pads, producing ear pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eEar Pad Sets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2 (mixing + producing)\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 490 PRO and the HD 490 PRO Plus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre additional cables and ear pads available separately?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eYes. The full range of HD 480\/490 PRO cables, ear pads, and cases is 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 open-back design suitable for loud studio environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eOpen-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.\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":47711632195820,"sku":"700286","price":429.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/Zz1lY2JlYTc4OGU3YzcxMWYwOTllMjdhZWFhOWMzNzY0YQ.png?v=1780781047","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/sennheiser-professional-reference-studio-headphones-open-back-hd-490-pro-includes-1-8m-cable-set-mixing-ear-pads-and-set-producing-ear-pads","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}