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Sennheiser Launches HD 480 PRO Closed-Back Studio Headphones

The pro model aims to give engineers a trustworthy reference in rooms that demand isolation.

Overview

  • The HD 480 PRO, introduced Tuesday, is on sale now for $479 in the U.S., with a $519 Plus version that adds a travel case.
  • The closed-back design targets studio recording and live monitoring by blocking outside noise and limiting sound leakage to microphones.
  • The headphones use a vibration attenuation system and a short coiled section in the cable to cut handling noise and preserve clarity.
  • Comfort features include cushioned temple pads for people who wear glasses and a fit that spreads pressure evenly for long sessions, borrowing from the open-back HD 490 PRO.
  • Published specs list 38mm dynamic drivers, a 3–28,700 Hz frequency range, 130 Ω impedance, 272 g weight, and a detachable cable that connects on either side.