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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO — closed-back studio headphones

Sennheiser has introduced professional full-size headphones with full, accurate bass and a high level of comfort.


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The ergonomic HD 480 PRO has multistage passive isolation and 38 mm dynamic drivers with lightweight voice coils for a highly realistic soundstage. A patented vibration suppression system reduces internal acoustic reflections and harmonic distortion.


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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO specifications

  • Type: closed-back, dynamic
  • Maximum sound pressure level: 130 dB
  • Frequency range: 3 Hz–28.7 kHz
  • Nominal power: 300 mW
  • Sensitivity: 107 dB
  • Impedance: 130 ohms
  • THD: <0.5%
  • Weight: 272 g without cable.


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Replaceable earpads have soft grooves for glasses arms to maintain a close fit. Special axis geometry adapts the mechanical design to different head shapes. The coiled section of the detachable mini-XLR cable reduces handling noise, and the cable connects to either earcup. A 2.7 m coiled cable and carrying bag are included. The Plus version has a zipped travel case instead of the standard pouch.


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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO and Plus will be available for $500 and $580 respectively.