{"product_id":"sennheiser-hd-490-pro-balanced-cable-balanced-cable-for-hd-490-pro","title":"Sennheiser HD 490 PRO - Balanced Cable Balanced cable for HD 490 PRO.","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering enable-luminous-fast-follows stronger enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_aee9ee0b6bf02d03\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eSennheiser HD 480\/490 PRO Premium Balanced Connection Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-153\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-240\"\u003eThe Sennheiser HD 490 PRO Balanced Cable (Official Article Number: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-240\"\u003e700330\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-240\"\u003e) is an official, reference-grade system upgrade accessory designed specifically for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"162\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-240\"\u003eSennheiser HD 490 PRO and HD 490 PRO Plus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-240 citation-end-240\"\u003e open-back studio mixing and mastering headphones.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-239\"\u003eSpanning \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"263\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-239\"\u003e1.8 meters (5.9 feet) in length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-239 citation-end-239\"\u003e, this high-purity copper cable allows engineers and audiophiles to bypass standard single-ended headphone outputs and connect directly to high-end balanced hardware.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBy implementing a fully isolated balanced path, this cable lowers crosstalk, minimizes distortion, maximizes signal headroom, and leverages the full power of professional balanced DACs and headphone amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eKey Structural and Engineering Attributes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-154\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-238\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-238\"\u003eTrue Balanced Pentaconn Integration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-238\"\u003e Terminated with a premium, industry-standard \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-238\"\u003e4.4 mm TRRRS Pentaconn male plug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-238 citation-end-238\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This connection distributes the inverted and non-inverted audio phases for both the left and right channels (\u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math=\"L+, L-, R+, R-\" data-index-in-node=\"225\"\u003eL+, L-, R+, R-\u003c\/span\u003e) into completely separate wiring lines, effectively removing common ground loops. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-155\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-237\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-237\"\u003eProprietary Single-Entry Locking Mini-XLR:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-237\"\u003e The headphone endpoint interfaces with a secure, compact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"100\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-237\"\u003e4-pin female mini-XLR connector\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-237 citation-end-237\"\u003e outfitted with an integrated mechanical release button.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-236 citation-end-236\"\u003eThis locking mechanism prevents accidental disconnects or signal dropouts if the cable is tugged during a session.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBi-Directional Dual-Ear Jack Architecture:\u003c\/b\u003e The HD 490 PRO headphones feature a built-in input jack on \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"102\"\u003eboth\u003c\/i\u003e the left and right ear cups. Because the 4-pin mini-XLR connector carries all 4 channels simultaneously, you can plug this balanced cable into \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"250\"\u003eeither the left or right side of the headphones\u003c\/b\u003e according to your desk layout. The headphone's internal wiring automatically routes the correct left\/right stereo signals to the proper drivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-156\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAnti-Microphonic Structural Coiled Segment:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-235 citation-end-235\"\u003e Features a short, precision-molded coiled section right below the headphone collar.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This acts as a mechanical shock buffer, stopping clothing friction and handling vibrations from traveling up the wire and coloring your reference listening environment. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eTechnical Specifications Matrix\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature Parameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specification Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel Reference Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eHD 480\/490 PRO - Balanced Cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOfficial Article Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e700330\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlobal Trade Product Code (UPC)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e615104391079 \/ EAN: 4044155284140\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTotal Physical Cable Length\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e1.8 Meters (5.9 Feet)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeadphone-Side Connector Interface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003e4-Pin Female Mini-XLR (Locking mechanism design)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSource-Side Connector Interface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e4.4 mm TRRRS Pentaconn Balanced Male Plug\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInternal Wire Metallurgy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,1,0\"\u003eHigh-purity multi-strand oxygen-free copper (OFC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCable Core Design Configuration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,1,0\"\u003eSingle-entry, parallel-ground isolated lines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHardware Core Color Finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,1,0\"\u003eNon-reflective, Camera-Ready Matte Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eNet Operational Weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 45 grams (1.58 oz)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eIn the Box: Component Inventory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-157\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-234\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-234\"\u003e1 x Sennheiser 1.8m Balanced Cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-234 citation-end-234\"\u003e (4-Pin Mini-XLR to 4.4 mm Pentaconn)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" id=\"p-rc_13ebb5f4bd264a5e-158\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-233\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-233\"\u003e1 x Red Rubber Socket Cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-233 citation-end-233\"\u003e (To seal the unused mini-XLR jack on the opposite ear cup from dust and debris)\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eStudio Routing and Safety Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Single-Entry Routing Safety Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e Even though the HD 490 PRO has a mini-XLR connector on both the left and right ear cups, the headphones are designed as a single-entry system. You only need to plug \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0\" data-index-in-node=\"203\"\u003eone single cable\u003c\/b\u003e into either side of the headphones. Never try to source custom third-party split cables to connect to both jacks simultaneously, as doing so can short out your headphone amplifier or bridge lines improperly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInterfacing with Traditional XLR Studio Equipment:\u003c\/b\u003e The 4.4 mm Pentaconn plug is the global standard for modern balanced studio gear and audiophile devices. If your specialized monitor controller or headphone distribution amplifier uses the older dual 3-pin XLR or single 4-pin full-sized XLR standard instead, you can easily bridge the connection. Do not cut or replace the connector—simply pick up a premium \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0\" data-index-in-node=\"409\"\u003e4.4 mm Female to 4-Pin standard XLR Male adapter\u003c\/b\u003e to safely preserve the balanced signal path into your console's output stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sennheiser","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52073365602606,"sku":"SEN-700330","price":1046.5,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0801\/0157\/2910\/files\/SEN-700330_image1.jpg?v=1782465657","url":"https:\/\/shopvisuals.tv\/products\/sennheiser-hd-490-pro-balanced-cable-balanced-cable-for-hd-490-pro","provider":"ShopVisuals.tv","version":"1.0","type":"link"}