Harnessing decades of Sennheiser engineering expertise, HD 490 PRO headphones are equipped to handle all the complexities of today’s music production, mixing, and mastering. Featuring an open-back design that delivers an extremely wide, dimensional sound stage and ultra-precise sound reproduction, HD 490 PRO gives you the clarity needed for your most critical decisions.

You will achieve enhanced clarity and balance in your masters with Sennheiser's innovative Open-frame Architecture, which delivers a comprehensive, precise, and intelligibly defined audio experience. This advancement significantly aids in the identification and resolution of issues related to panning placement and conflicting frequencies, ensuring a more refined final master.

At the core of each HD 490 PRO earcup is a state-of-the-art neodymium magnet and an innovative low-frequency cylinder. These components synchronize and work together to deliver full, accurate, and clearly defined bass, helping you pinpoint and resolve troublesome low-end frequencies that can hinder the achievement of meticulously clear mixes and masters.

HD 490 PRO lets you feel the music and forget about the headphones. With a lightweight, flexible yet sturdy design, HD 490 PRO’s precision-engineered ergonomics eliminate pressure points while the open-back design provides natural ventilation, making hours in the music feel like minutes.

HD 490 PRO headphones come with two sets of switchable ear pads, each with a unique sound signature for long hours of mixing and producing. Sennheiser’s proprietary ear pad technology also helps eliminate ear fatigue while keeping sustainability and durability in mind — they’re both washable and replaceable.

HD 490 PRO also includes the innovative dearVR MIX-SE plugin from Dear Reality, placing you in the “sweet spot” and turning your DAW into an ultimate virtual mixing environment. dearVR MIX-SE simulates the carefully designed acoustics of ideal mixing studios, helping you ensure a balanced, consistent translation of your mix on different systems.

Your mixing decisions are the backbone to your music productions. Sennheiser’s trusted heritage of delivering audio excellence, quality design, innovation, and rigorous manufacturing protocols are all behind the HD 490 PRO headphones, helping you to achieve your full creative vision. From state-of-the-art components to first-to-market headphone innovations, HD 490 PRO are the perfect mix of clarity, comfort, and reliability.