Sennheiser has introduced its latest high-end closed-back headphones, the HD 480 PRO, designed specifically for use in studio and live settings. These headphones aim to address common issues faced by audio professionals, such as achieving tight and accurate bass reproduction while maintaining supreme comfort. This makes them an ideal tool for those involved in recording, tracking, or monitoring audio across various environments.
Delivering remarkable performance where others fall short, the HD 480 PRO is noted for its exceptional low-end reproduction. Jimmy R. Landry, Sennheiser’s Category Market Manager for the Music Industry, highlights the headphones’ ability to provide a tight, realistic bass that sets them apart from other closed-back options. Comfort is another key feature, as noted by Gunnar Dirks, Senior Product Manager for professional headphones, who emphasizes the ergonomic design that eliminates pressure points, ensuring prolonged comfort even for glasses wearers.
The HD 480 PRO headphones are purpose-built for professionals working in diverse audio settings, including studio, live environments, or on the go. They offer precise, uncolored frequency response and a reliable low-end, making them Sennheiser’s most versatile professional headphones to date. Testimonials from industry experts like producer Jim Kaufman and mix engineer Will Brierre underscore the importance of this reliability, especially when mixing outside a controlled studio environment. The headphones’ design also includes passive sound shielding and a “Vibration Attenuation System” to preserve audio clarity by eliminating unwanted vibrations and distortions.
In terms of design, the HD 480 PRO includes several patented features for enhanced user experience. The Special Axes Geometry ensures a consistent listening experience by adapting to different head shapes with equal contact pressure. Furthermore, the headphones are designed with a comfort zone for glasses, providing a good seal without pressing on the temples. The HD 480 PRO also features a detachable cable that can be worn on either side, braille-marked earcups for accessibility, and is engineered for durability by Sennheiser’s professional development team.
The choice between Sennheiser’s open-back HD 490 PRO and closed-back HD 480 PRO depends largely on the user’s environment and needs. According to Gunnar Dirks, while the HD 490 PRO is ideal for quiet mixing environments, the HD 480 PRO offers better noise isolation, making it suitable for tracking vocals, monitoring, or working alongside others. The HD 480 PRO is priced at AED 1.549, featuring recording earpads and a 3-meter coiled cable, with an upgraded version, the HD 480 PRO Plus, available for AED 1,749, which includes a travel case instead of a carrying bag.
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