Sennheiser HD 280 PRO Circumaural Studio Monitoring Headphones

Benchmark Studio Precision: Sennheiser HD 280 PRO Monitoring Headphones

The Sennheiser HD 280 PRO closed-back circumaural headphones are engineered to satisfy the critical demands of recording artists, audio engineers, broadcast operators, and podcasters worldwide. Renowned for accurate, linear sound reproduction and exceptional mechanical noise isolation, the HD 280 PRO allows sound technicians to hear every detail without audio bleeding into studio recording microphones.

Built with heavy-duty construction and user-replaceable parts, these headphones excel in demanding control rooms and high-noise field recording environments. Available now through our Sennheiser pro audio store catalog, the HD 280 PRO provides reliable sonic accuracy and high dynamic output for every phase of production.

Key Features & Pro-Level Advantages

• Linear Sound Reproduction: Delivers clean, uncolored audio performance with ultra-low total harmonic distortion (<0.1%) for precise tracking and vocal monitoring.
• Extreme Noise Attenuation: Blocks up to 32 dB of external ambient noise, protecting your mix integrity in loud environments and stopping mic bleed during live vocal tracking.
• Collapsible & Swiveling Earcups: Space-saving design folds compactly into travel bags and swivels 90 degrees for single-ear monitoring.
• Circumaural Comfort: Soft, padded leatherette ear cushions distribute pressure evenly during long mixing and recording sessions.
• Single-Sided Coiled Cable: High-durability 1 m coiled cable extends up to 3 m, minimizing tangles and maintaining clean workspace management.
• Long-Term Modular Reliability: Key components—including ear pads, headband padding, and connection cables—are individually replaceable to ensure a long operational lifespan.

Key Technical Specifications

• Device Type: Professional Over-Ear (Circumaural) Studio Headphones

• Transducer Principle: Dynamic, Closed-Back

• Frequency Response: 8 Hz – 25,000 Hz

• Nominal Impedance: 64 Ohms

• Sound Pressure Level (SPL): 113 dB SPL (1 kHz / 1 Vrms)

• Max Ambient Noise Attenuation: Up to 32 dB (Passive)

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.1%

• Power Handling Capacity: 500 mW

• Contact Pressure: Approx. 6 N

• Earpiece Swivel: 90° Rotating & Collapsible

• Cable Type: 1.0 m – 3.0 m (3.3 ft – 9.8 ft) Single-Sided Coiled Cable

• Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8″) Gold-Plated Jack with Screw-On 6.3 mm (1/4″) Adapter

• Weight (w/o cable): Approx. 285 g (10.1 oz)

• Color: Black

Compatibility & System Integration

• Studio & Hardware Integration: Works seamlessly with audio interfaces, studio consoles, podcast workstations, headphone amplifiers, digital pianos, and field audio recorders.

• Replacement Parts: Supports user-replaceable official Sennheiser HD 280 ear pad sets, headband cushions, and replacement coiled cables.

• Box Contents: 1x Sennheiser HD 280 PRO headphones, 1x screw-on 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm (1/4″) stereo adapter plug.

• System Expansion: Explore matching studio microphones, wireless systems, and monitoring tools on our dedicated Sennheiser Brand Store.