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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO PlusRecommended1 / 5
Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 480 PRO Plus

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$439
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Key specs

Acoustic Design
Closed-backMost common
Closed-back57%Open-back35%Semi-open8%

Closed-back is the most common — on 57% of the 65 studio & professional headphones we've cataloged (of 68).

Impedance
130 ΩAbove average
130 Ω
18 Ω120 Ω

above average for studio & professional headphones — based on 51 of 68 we've cataloged.

Frequency Response
3-28700 Hz
Connection Type
Wired-3.5mmMost common
Wired-3.5mm91%Wired-6.35mm9%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 91% of the 66 studio & professional headphones we've cataloged (of 68).

Sound

Acoustic Design
Closed-back
Impedance
130 Ω
Frequency Response
3-28700 Hz
Driver Size
38 mm
Driver Type
Dynamic driver
Frequency Response High Hz
28700 Hz
Frequency Response Low Hz
3 Hz
Max Spl
130 dB SPL
Sensitivity
98 dB/mW

Connectivity

Connection Type
Wired-3.5mm
Cable Type
3.5mm single-ended, coiled

Design

Weight
272 g
Ear Pad Type
Velour
Detachable Cable
Yes
Foldable
No
Headband Type
Adjustable over-head

Build

Material Chassis Primary
Metal, plastic
Material Ear Cups
Velour

Identity

Model Number
HD480PRO

Microphone

Microphone
No

Release

Date
2026-04-21
Msrp Usd
439 USD
Year
2026

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating
7.7/ 10
Recommended
Harley MarananChristian Thomas
Reviewed byHarley Maranan & Christian ThomasVideo Lead · Editor-at-largeReviewed April 2026
Isolation6.7
Comfort & fit9.0
Connectivity7.5
Design9.0
Portability6.0
Features7.0
The verdict

Sennheiser's headphone design evolution is on full display with the HD 480 PRO. It's an excellent choice for studio professionals and aspiring producers looking to invest in closed-backs that offer a comfortable design, durable construction, and great sound quality.

✓What we like
✓Good sound
✓Very comfortable
✓Durable construction
✕What could be better
✕Expensive
✕Limited accessories
Read the full SoundGuys review →

Lab data

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Sennheiser HD 480 PRO PlusSoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve
Sennheiser HD 480 PRO Plus frequency responseMeasured frequency response (dB) against the SoundGuys house target — the dashed curve. The closer the measured line tracks the target, the more neutral the tuning; peaks ride above the target, dips fall below it.-30-24-18-12-60+6+12201001k10k20k

Measured frequency response (dB) against the SoundGuys house target — the dashed curve. The closer the measured line tracks the target, the more neutral the tuning; peaks ride above the target, dips fall below it.

Frequency response — measurement data
Sennheiser HD 480 PRO Plus: frequency response, as measured in the SoundGuys lab. Frequency in hertz.
Frequency (Hz)Response (dB)
203.4
254.7
325.7
406.0
505.8
633.4
803.0
1003.5
1252.7
160-0.7
200-2.8
250-3.2
315-3.0
400-2.4
500-0.9
630-0.6
800-0.1
1000-0.0
12500.2
16001.0
20002.4
25005.9
31508.8
40003.9
50002.9
63005.9
80007.8
100003.4
12500-2.8
16000-5.4
20000-21.9

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