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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO vs Sennheiser HD 490 PRO

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General

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Series

4001Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/sennheiser-launches-the-closed-back-hd-480-pro-headphones-cmho7qRead 23 October 2026Maker explicitly places both HD 480 PRO and HD 490 PRO at the top of the 400 series.

40011Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/sennheiser-launches-the-closed-back-hd-480-pro-headphones-cmho7qRead 23 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies both HD 490 PRO and HD 480 PRO as part of its 400 series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

700499, 7005002Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 2 base and Plus product variants. Identical headphone hardware, carrying container differs.

7002862Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 product variants. Base HD 490 PRO only. Plus 700287 has extra accessories and is excluded because included cables cannot vary in the schema.

GTIN / EAN

4044155283983, 40441552839903Retailer pagesennheiser.pl/o/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Base 700499 EAN 4044155283983. Plus EAN is separately sourced.7Retailer pagesennheiser.pl/o/hd-480-pro-plusRead 23 October 2026Plus product 700500 EAN 4044155283990.

40441552779513Retailer pageox.ee/en/product/3191921Read 23 October 2026Exact S700286 listing gives this EAN.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

21 April 20261Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/sennheiser-launches-the-closed-back-hd-480-pro-headphones-cmho7qRead 23 October 2026

23 January 20241Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026

Status

Available4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-480-pro/hd-480-pro-700499Read 23 October 2026Current maker page offers the exact model through dealers.

Available4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026Current maker product page links retailers for the base model.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$4791Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/sennheiser-launches-the-closed-back-hd-480-pro-headphones-cmho7qRead 23 October 2026US launch MSRP 479 for PRO and 519 for Plus. SoundGuys explicitly explains that 399/439 are MAP prices and not MSRP.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€3995Press releasecdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/d8d762a7-6ede-474a-89f0-5f76d3521856/-/inline/no/Sennheiser%20HD%20480%20PRO%20closed-back%20headphones.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 5 EUR 399 MSRP for PRO and EUR 439 for Plus. Published European prices. VAT not separately itemized.

€3991Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026EUR 399 MSRP for the base model. Published European price. Tax is not separately stated. USD 399 is labeled MAP and is not stored as MSRP.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Public variants section explicitly says one Black colour.

Black8Measurementheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-plusRead 23 October 2026Review describes the plastic and metal construction as matt black.

Segment

Studio4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-480-pro/hd-480-pro-700499Read 23 October 2026Professional closed-back studio headphone for monitoring, recording, producing and mixing.

Studio4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026Professional reference studio headphones for producing, mixing and mastering.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 circumaural.

Over-ear2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 circumaural.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 acoustic principle.

Open2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 acoustic principle open.

Wearing style

Headband8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 2 wearing and headband adjustment diagrams.

Headband5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 wearing and headband adjustment diagram.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat9Measurementdiyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/measurements/brands-s-se/hd480-proRead 23 October 2026Reviewer explicitly says headband does not collapse and cups fold flat in both directions.

Flat6Reviewheadphoneer.com/sennheiser-hd490pro-vs-hd660s2-comparison-reviewRead 23 October 2026Build and comfort says cups rotate flat.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Design section explicitly describes swivelling cups.

Yes6Reviewheadphoneer.com/sennheiser-hd490pro-vs-hd660s2-comparison-reviewRead 23 October 2026Build and comfort explicitly describes rotating cups.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1.

Dynamic2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 transducer principle.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

38mm2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 transducer diameter.

38mm2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 transducer diameter.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 features.

Neodymium4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026Feature list and detailed driver section.

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min3 HzMax28.7 kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 transmission range at -10 dB.

Min5 HzMax36.1 kHz5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 transmission range at -10 dB. Current quick guide resolves the malformed 5 to 36,000 Hz, 100 Hz text in the launch release.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

130Ω2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 at 1 kHz.

130Ω2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 at 1 kHz.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

107dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 107 dB SPL at 1 kHz/1 Vrms. Also 98 dB SPL at 1 kHz/1 mW.

105dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 105 dB SPL at 1 kHz, 1 Vrms. Also publishes 96 dB SPL per 1 mW.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 V2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 1 Vrms reference.

Per 1 V2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 1 Vrms reference.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

0.5%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 less than 0.5% at 1 kHz and 100 dB SPL. Stored bound.

0.2%2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 less than 0.2% at 1 kHz and 100 dB SPL. Stored as upper bound.

Max input power

300mW2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 power rating for 100 hours with IEC 60268 noise.

300mW2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 power rating for 100 hours using IEC 60268 noise.

Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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dearVR MIX-SE1Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026Bundled DAW plugin simulates studio rooms on the host. No built-in processing implied.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Yes1Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026Free dearVR MIX-SE licence included.

Head tracking

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No7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Plugin section explicitly says headphones have no built-in head orientation detection. An external sensor can be added.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Noise isolation section explicitly says no active noise cancellation.

No7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Open passive headphones do not cancel environmental noise. The isolation section discusses passive isolation only.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

RTINGS measured a response close to its balanced target, with added bass warmth, balanced mids and a slightly rolled-off treble range.6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Public Audio Reproduction Accuracy section. Test bench 2.3. Wired stock headphone. Exact rig, playback level and test settings are protected and remain unknown. No hidden numeric results used.

SoundGuys measured a boost at 4 to 7 kHz relative to its Headphone Preference Curve with both pad sets. Producing pads raise frequencies below 500 Hz by a few decibels relative to mixing pads.7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Objective measurements compare fabric mixing and velour producing pads on the same wired headphone. Rig and playback level are not specified in this article. No graph values are estimated.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

1dB6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Guest-visible summary beneath product photograph says Slightly Emphasized (1 dB), confirmed visually in browser. RTINGS target, test bench 2.3. Exact rig and settings not public. Detailed locked results are not used.

-1dB12Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-490-proRead 23 October 2026Guest-visible summary beneath the product photograph says Slightly Underemphasized (-1 dB), confirmed visually in browser. Test bench 2.3. Rig, playback level and pad selection are not public. Detailed locked test results are not used.

Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

-1dB6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Guest-visible summary beneath product photograph says Balanced (-1 dB), confirmed visually in browser. RTINGS target, test bench 2.3. Exact rig and settings not public.

0dB12Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-490-proRead 23 October 2026Guest-visible summary says Balanced (0 dB), confirmed visually in browser. Test bench 2.3. Tested pad selection is not stated publicly. The two included pad sets can change the sound.

Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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255g(9 oz)8Measurementheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-plusRead 23 October 2026Public technical specifications give 255 g without cable and 310 g with cable for the Plus bundle headphone. Headphone hardware is identical to base. Scale model is not stated. Read in browser after normal fetch returned 403.

Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

None6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Public office and wired gaming verdicts explicitly say no built-in microphone.

None7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Connection section explicitly says cable has no microphone.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Connection section describes passive analog mini XLR to TRS cable.

Analog4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026Wired playback with 3.5 mm and 6.3 mm source plugs.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS, 6.35 mm10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Explicit 3.5 mm TRS plug threaded for supplied 6.3 mm adapter.

3.5 mm TRS, 6.35 mm7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Stereo mini-jack playback cable with 6.3 mm adapter. No microphone.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

Mini XLR10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026One mini XLR port on each cup. Cable connects to either side.

Mini XLR7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Mini XLR input on either ear cup. Only one cable attaches at a time.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

3m2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 both bundles include the same 3 m coiled cable. Optional straight and balanced cables excluded.

1.8m2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 base bundle includes one 1.8 m cable. Optional 3 m and balanced cables are excluded.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

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Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

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Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Yes10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Passive analog playback directly from MacBook Pro or audio interface with no headphone power.

Yes7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Passive analog headphone plugged directly into laptop or interface. No headphone power is needed.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Public wireless gaming section explicitly says cannot be used wirelessly.

None7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-review-111184Read 23 October 2026Connection section explicitly says headphones cannot be used wirelessly.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

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Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

macOS10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Reviewer expressly reports playback directly from a MacBook Pro headphone socket. Other host platforms are not inferred from a generic analog connector.

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Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ASennheiser HD 480 PRO

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
macOS	Analog	No

Source6Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-480-proRead 23 October 2026Public verdict confirms no microphone. No speech input is possible through the supplied TRS cable.10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Connection section directly tested MacBook Pro analog playback. RTINGS separately confirms no microphone.

BSennheiser HD 490 PRO

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

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Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

None8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Complete passive analog setup has no headphone power or charging connection.

None5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Complete setup and specifications show only passive analog cable connection. No charging system.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

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Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

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Use while charging

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

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Volume control

None13Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1947521-REG/sennheiser_700499_hd_480_pro_professional.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact 700499 specification table says Built-In Controls: No.

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Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 2 removable headband cushion.

Padded5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 shows removable headband cushion.

Headband material

Steel with plastic parts and velour padding9Measurementdiyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/measurements/brands-s-se/hd480-proRead 23 October 2026Headband paragraph identifies steel, plastic insert and ends, removable velour-covered foam padding.

Metal with velour padding1Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026Base velour headband. Plus adds an extra fabric pad.9Reviewgearnews.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design and build identifies the metal band. Original maker launch identifies its standard velour padding.

Frame material

Steel9Measurementdiyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/measurements/brands-s-se/hd480-proRead 23 October 2026Headband paragraph explicitly steel.

Metal9Reviewgearnews.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design and build explicitly describes a metal headband.

Ear cup material

Plastic with aluminium covers10Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-review-155534Read 23 October 2026Use section explicitly matte plastic cups. Outer cover material supplied by exact headphonecheck review.11Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-plusRead 23 October 2026Browser review calls the outer cover black aluminium. SoundGuys describes the cup body as matte plastic.

Plastic with metal grille4Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026Feature list explicitly identifies open-mesh metal earpiece covers.9Reviewgearnews.com/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-reviewRead 23 October 2026Design and build describes matte black plastic cups. Maker feature list separately identifies open-mesh metal covers.

Ear pad material

Velour with synthetic leather sides11Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-480-pro-plusRead 23 October 2026Recording ear pads have synthetic leather sides and soft velour contact surface.

Velour and fabric1Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026Producing pads are velour. Mixing pads are fabric. Both sets included.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 2 ear cushion replacement instructions. RTINGS wording about no swappable pad design refers to the lack of two supplied acoustic pad choices.

Yes5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 replacement diagrams for both pads.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

Clip8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 2 shows fastening ring snapped into place with a click.

Clip5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 shows the fastening ring pushed into place with a click.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Height60mm9Measurementdiyaudioheaven.wordpress.com/measurements/brands-s-se/hd480-proRead 23 October 2026Inner opening height is 60 mm in both prose and table. Width conflicts at 45 versus 42 mm. Front depth conflicts at 24 versus 25 mm and rear is 28 mm. Width and scalar depth omitted.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Cable, Ear pads, Headband pad, Dust protection8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 1 cable detaches. Page 2 shows changing headband, ear cushion and dust protection.

Cable, Ear pads, Headband pad, Dust protection5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 detachable cable setup. Page 2 shows changing headband, ear cushion and dust protection.

Software

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Companion app

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App platforms

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User firmware updates

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Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

272g(9.6 oz)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly without cable.

260g(9.2 oz)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly without cable.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

Width185Height190Depth95mm(7.3 × 7.5 × 3.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Page 2 normal wearing-position drawing viewed visually. Width 185, height 190 and depth 95 mm.

Width185Height190Depth95mm(7.3 × 7.5 × 3.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 dimension drawing viewed visually. Cups in normal wearing position. Width 185, height 190, depth 95 mm. Cable strain relief is outside the height line.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

HD 480 PRO headphones, 3 m coiled cable, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm jack adapter, PRO headphone bag (HD 480 PRO), Travel case (HD 480 PRO Plus), Quick Guide, Safety Guide2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Pages 1 and 2 give exact bundle contents. Adapter is shown in quick guide page 1. Variant rows list each complete bundle.8Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Page 1 shows 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm screw-on adapter and distinct bag/case bundles.

HD 490 PRO headphones, 1.8 m cable, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm jack adapter, Mixing ear pads, Producing ear pads, dearVR MIX-SE licence, Quick Guide, Safety Guide1Press releasenewsroom.sennheiser.com/built-to-handle-the-complexities-of-todays-music-production-v0tnvvRead 23 October 2026Base includes dearVR MIX-SE licence in addition to hardware accessories.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 base bundle delivery list. Bundled software licence confirmed by maker launch release. Plus extras are excluded.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ASennheiser HD 480 PRO

Type	Length (m)	Count
Mini XLR to 3.5 mm TRS coiled cable	3	1

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Both bundles include the same 3 m coiled cable. Current spec supersedes US launch wording rounded to 9 feet.

BSennheiser HD 490 PRO

Type	Length (m)	Count
Mini XLR to 3.5 mm TRS cable with short coiled section	1.8	1

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 one 1.8 m cable in base bundle. Mini XLR cable topology confirmed by SoundGuys.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Reference base bundle includes PRO headphone bag. Plus row overrides with hard travel case.

None2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 complete base delivery list has no case. The Plus bundle includes the case.

Links

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Product page

www.sennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-480-pro/hd-480-pro-7004994Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-480-pro/hd-480-pro-700499Read 23 October 2026

www.sennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-7002864Maker product pagesennheiser.com/en-de/catalog/products/headphones/hd-490-pro/hd-490-pro-700286Read 23 October 2026

Spec sheet

assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff52Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD+480+PRO_HD+480+PRO+Plus_Product_Specification_v1.1_EN.pdf/524cd7ae3d4611f19742de7f3bf76ff5Read 23 October 2026Current linked filename says v1.1. Served document pages are printed V1.0.

www.sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46384-en-hd-490-pro_hd-490-pro-plus_product_specification_v1.0_en.pdfRead 23 October 2026Current served document is version 2.0 despite the old URL filename.

Manual

assets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f92948Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Quick_Guide_02_2026.pdf/18ec84663e2511f1824dc609655f9294Read 23 October 2026Quick guide 02/26, 402216/A03. Both pages read.

www.sennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdf5Owner's manualsennheiser.com/globalassets/digizuite/46015-en-hd_490_pro_hd-490-pro-plus_quick-guide_08_2025.pdfRead 23 October 2026Current served quick guide is publication 02/26, 597239/A06 despite the old URL filename.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years12Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_480_PRO_PRO+Plus_Safety+Guide_02_2026.pdf/791ca6943efd11f1a6b54aba567159dbRead 23 October 2026Manufacturer declarations grant 24 months. German and English sections. Australia/New Zealand paragraph repeats the same base term. Statutory rights excluded.

2years10Owner's manualassets.sennheiser.com/download/assets/HD_490_PRO_HD_490_PRO_Plus_Compliance_Sheet_01_2025.pdf/fa71be42e7c711f088db768ee8e97aeaRead 23 October 2026English manufacturer declarations grant 24 months. Australia and New Zealand paragraph separately confirms the same base term. Statutory rights excluded.

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