Sennheiser HD 490 Pro Open-back Studio Headphones

Dual-wielding Dynamo for Decisive Producers

Years of research and design in studio monitoring headphones have culminated in Sennheiser’s HD 490 Pro. Boasting a rich sound profile and enhanced studio versatility, these ‘phones have tapped into what makes Sennheiser offerings sound superlative: balance, authenticity, and clarity. An ergonomic shape and switchable audio jacks offer extensive movement in the studio, as well as minimized pressure points during use. Additionally, a pair of two included earpads favor mixing and producing, respectively, to provide remarkable interpretation at any location in the production process. Best of all, the included Dear Reality’s dearVR MIX-SE plug-in brings the acoustic of coveted mixing spaces directly to your computer. There’s a reason Sennheiser has been the headphone of choice among many of City Music’s sound engineers — the HD 490 Pro shows no signs of stopping this trend.

Designed for true sound

An authentic monitoring output is the key to a successful mix, and City Music audio engineers agree: Sennheiser nailed the job with HD 490 Pro headphones. Fit with a low-frequency cylinder system and onboard neodymium magnets, these ‘phones ensure a balanced, honest soundstage with plenty of clarity through a wide frequency range. To boot, a noise-reducing patented cable coil design and open-frame architecture ensure minimal obtrusive noise, keeping your mixing signal as stable and authentic as possible. Given two interchangeable earpads with a geometrically angled design, your ears will always be in the HD 490’s “sweet spot.”

Bundled dearVR MIX-SE software

Along with your Sennheiser HD 490 Pro headphones, you’ll receive a copy of Dear Reality’s dearVR MIX-SE plug-in. By emulating the soundstage of superior mixing environments, dearVR MIX-SE grants you the ability to test your mix in several situations without having to leave the studio desk. Likewise, adjustable speaker placement within the plug-in allows you to design your preferred monitoring setup directly in your DAW, ensuring a studio-quality representation of your mix is available wherever you decide to work.

Sennheiser HD 490 Pro Open-back Studio Headphones Features:

• Open-back circumaural studio headphones for precise audio production and monitoring
• Onboard neodymium magnet and superior driver design provide a rich, balanced soundstage for accurate listening
• Wide frequency response presents an honest representation of your entire mix
• Open-frame architecture minimizes total harmonic distortion
• 2 interchangeable earpads offer a change of tone and minimize ear fatigue
• Noise-reducing patented cable coil design
• Low-frequency cylinder system enhances bottom-end interpretation
• Adaptive right and left ear jacks for use in a variety of studio setups
• Included Dear Reality dearVR MIX-SE plug-in for advanced spatial mixing possibilities