Sennheiser HD 280 Pro
Its 8Hz–25kHz frequency response and 113dB SPL sensitivity provide flat, detailed audio, while the closed-back, around-ear design passively blocks ambient noise for critical monitoring. A collapsible 285-gram frame with thick circumaural pads and a coiled, single-sided cable ensures lasting comfort and tangle-free use in cramped studio spaces. This makes it a reliable pick for home studio producers and DJs needing neutral sound and effective isolation on a tight budget.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (91st percentile) 91st
- Strong build (76th percentile) 76th
- Strong user sentiment (70th percentile) 70th
Cons
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Based on 30 dated customer reviews, grouped by calendar quarter. Period analysis is in English.
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.6 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | Soft earpads |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 25000 |
| Impedance | 64 |
| Sensitivity | 113 |
| Codecs | Sennheiser HD 280 Pro Circumaural Closed-Back Monitor Headphones, Bundle with Desktop Stand, Black |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sennheiser HD 280 Pro | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | JBL Live 770NC | TOZO HT3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 40 | - | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 64 | - | 314 | 32 | 32 | 16 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.4 | 5.3 | 6.0 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 30 | 65 | 90 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sennheiser HD 280 Pro | 30.1 | 14.9 | 75.9 | 38.4 | 42.7 | 69.7 | 35 | 91.4 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 97.3 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 71.3 | 86.7 | 97.3 | 97.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 97.3 | 84.2 | 75.9 | 94.9 | 71.3 | 69.7 | 98.9 | 83.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 91.9 | 77.5 | 97.1 | 46.3 | 71.3 | 86.7 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.3 | 77.5 | 92 | 84.2 | 91.3 | 69.7 | 99.9 | 91.4 |
| TOZO HT3 Compare | 87 | 84.2 | 95.7 | 98.9 | 96.9 | 96 | 96.3 | 91.4 |
Usage Scores
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