Sennheiser HD 480 Pro Officially Launches in India
Sennheiser has officially introduced the HD 480 Pro headphones in India, marking a significant addition to its renowned 400 series. Designed specifically for daily professional use, this new model aims to deliver consistent audio output and long-term durability, catering to the needs of audio engineers, musicians, and other professionals in the industry.
Key Features and Design
The Sennheiser HD 480 Pro features a closed-back design, which helps in isolating sound and minimizing external noise interference. This makes it ideal for recording studios and other professional environments where audio clarity is paramount. The headphones come with a detachable cable, offering flexibility for different working setups. Additionally, Sennheiser has launched a Plus variant that includes extra accessories for enhanced convenience.
Pricing and Variants
The standard HD 480 PRO is priced at Rs 43,999 and includes recording earpads, a 3-meter coiled cable, and a carrying bag. For those seeking more portability, the HD 480 PRO Plus variant retails at Rs 47,999 and comes with a travel case instead of the bag, providing added protection for on-the-go professionals.
Technical Specifications
Equipped with a 38 mm dynamic transducer, the HD 480 Pro supports an impressive frequency response range from 3 Hz to 28,700 Hz. It offers a sensitivity of up to 107 dB SPL and a maximum sound pressure level of 130 dB. With an impedance of 130 ohms and total harmonic distortion of less than 0.5%, these headphones ensure high-fidelity audio reproduction. Weighing 272 grams without the cable, they are designed for comfort during extended use.
Detailed Specs Overview
- Acoustic principle: closed
- Ear coupling: circumaural
- Transducer principle: dynamic
- Transducer diameter: 38 mm
- Frequency response: 3 to 28,700 Hz (-10 dB)
- Sensitivity: 107 dB SPL (at 1 kHz/1 Vrms); 98 dB (at 1 kHz, 1 mW)
- Max. SPL: 130 dB (1 kHz, 5% THD)
- THD: <0.5% (at 1 kHz, 100 dB SPL)
- Impedance: 130 ohms (1 kHz)
- Power rating: 300 mW (100 h, noise as per IEC 60268)
- Temperature range: 0°C to +50°C for operation; -25°C to +70°C for storage
- Relative humidity: 10 to 80%, non-condensing for operation; 10 to 90% for storage
- Weight: 272 g (without cable)
Enhanced Usability Features
The detachable cable of the HD 480 Pro can be worn on either the left or right side, allowing for flexible routing that keeps cables out of the way during solo instrument recordings. For accessibility, the left and right earcups are braille-marked. Sennheiser has engineered these headphones with a focus on durability and consistent performance over time, as highlighted in their press release.
Comfort and Innovation
Special Axes Geometry ensures the headphones adapt optimally to any head shape, maintaining equal contact pressure for a consistent listening experience across users. A comfort zone for glasses prevents pressure on the temples, ensuring good sealing and high comfort. Additionally, a coiled part near the earcup effectively blocks cable-borne noise, such as from desk impacts, enhancing audio purity.
Expert Insights
Jimmy R. Landry, Category Market Manager for the Music Industry at Sennheiser, notes, "This is where the HD 480 PRO excel. Compared to other closed-back headphones, they are a lot tighter on the bass, their low-end is super-accurate and realistic." Gunnar Dirks, Senior Product Manager for professional headphones, adds, "Comfort is of paramount importance when headphones are a work tool. Engineers often spend hours on end in their sessions. They need a lightweight, ergonomically designed pair of headphones to keep focus and concentration up. The HD 480 PRO eliminate any pressure points and fit every head precisely and comfortably – even if you’re wearing glasses."
The launch of the Sennheiser HD 480 Pro in India reinforces the brand's commitment to providing high-quality audio solutions for professionals, combining advanced technology with user-centric design for superior performance in demanding environments.
