Sennheiser has introduced its latest high-end closed-back headphones, the HD 480 PRO, specifically designed for studio and live audio environments. These headphones address common complaints associated with closed-back designs by providing a precise bass response and exceptional comfort, making them ideal for audio professionals engaged in recording, tracking, or monitoring whether in the studio, on stage, or on the go.
One of the standout features of the HD 480 PRO is its ability to deliver tight and realistic low-end sound, a challenge for many closed-back headphones. Jimmy R. Landry, Sennheiser’s Category Market Manager for the Music Industry, highlights the model’s superior bass accuracy compared to its competitors. Meanwhile, Gunnar Dirks, Senior Product Manager for professional headphones, emphasizes the importance of comfort for long sessions, noting that the HD 480 PRO’s ergonomic design ensures a comfortable fit even for those wearing glasses, eliminating any discomfort from pressure points.
The HD 480 PRO is engineered to meet the needs of various audio professionals, including producers, mixers, musicians, and recording engineers in both studio and live settings. Its versatility extends to use by front-of-house (FoH) and monitor engineers, offering reliable performance for monitoring, producing, and recording, as well as mixing. These headphones feature an uncolored frequency response and a detailed low-end, ensuring audio translates accurately across different listening platforms, from home speakers to automobile systems and PA setups. Prominent users like producer Jim Kaufman and mix engineer Will Brierre praise the HD 480 PRO for its trustworthiness and sound quality, which they find essential for mixing outside the studio.
To maximize focus on audio detail, the HD 480 PRO incorporates multiple stages of passive sound shielding. The headphones’ design includes a patented Vibration Attenuation System that minimizes unwanted vibrations and distortions, maintaining signal clarity. The ultralight voice coils contribute to a dynamic and authentic sound reproduction. These headphones also feature Sennheiser’s patented Special Axes Geometry, ensuring optimal adaptation to various head shapes and maintaining consistent comfort and sound quality across users.
When deciding between the HD 480 PRO and its open-back counterpart, the HD 490 PRO, Gunnar Dirks advises that the choice depends on user needs. The HD 490 PRO is suited for mixing in quiet environments, while the HD 480 PRO offers better isolation for vocal tracking or monitoring in shared spaces. The HD 480 PRO is available at AED 1,549, with an option for a travel case at AED 1,749. The headphones come with recording earpads, a 3-meter coiled cable, and a carrying bag, making them a practical and durable choice for daily professional use.
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