Sennheiser HD 490 Pro
Open-back Mixing Headphones · Confidence 70/100 · $279.00–$524.96 · ★ 4
⚠ Fit issues reported
Open-back DesignDynamic DriversVersatile Earpads
Real buyers appreciate the comfort and sound quality of the HD 490 Pro, but some express concerns about the fit and sound quality compared to less expensive options.
Pros & cons
- Exceptional comfort for long mixing sessions
- Wide frequency response for accurate sound reproduction
- Low distortion enhances audio clarity
- Sound quality may not match cheaper competitors
- Dual-pad design can be confusing for reference use
- Potentially loose fit on smaller heads
Specifications
| Audio Frequency Response | 5 - 36,000 Hz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | <0.2% |
| Max Sound Pressure Level | 128 dBSPL |
| Impedance | 130 Ω |
| Weight | 260 g |
| Connection | Wired (3.5mm, 6.3mm) |
Expert reviews
| Source | Score | Verdict |
|---|
| Sonarworks | 8.9 | Excellent sound quality for mixing. |
| Unheard Lab | 7 | Flexible but imperfect solution. |
Live prices
| Retailer | Price | Stock |
|---|
| Filmtools | $279.00 | See retailer |
| idjnow | $355.40 | See retailer |
| Musicians Friend | $399.00 | See retailer |
| Microless.com | $424.38 | See retailer |
| Reverb | $429.00 | See retailer |
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