Sennheiser HD 590 Prestige User manual

The HD590s are audiophile, open-aire, hi-fi stereo headphones that reproduce harmonic
and superbly transparent sound with absolute minimum distortion. With a weight of only
9.4 ounces, a sophisticated design and a new dampening technique, the HD590 is an
ideal choice for the professional monitoring of classical music recordings.
Features
 Audiophile, Open-Aire
TM
, hi-fi stereo headphones
 Superbly natural, spatial sound reproduction
 Award-winning BioNetic design offers an ergonomically correct fit for maximum comfort
 Duofol technology*
 Fully modular - replaceable parts for long life
 New dampening element for controlling the diaphragm oscillation, optimally matches the headphones to
all sound sources
 Computer-optimized magnet systems minimize harmonic and intermodulation distortion
 Detachable, robust, single-sided connection cable made from kevlar-reinforced oxygen-free copper
 Velour ear cushions
 2-year warranty
Headphones
Dynamic Headphones
HD590 Prestige
SENNHEISER ELECTRONIC CORPORATION, ONE ENTERPRISE DRIVE, OLD LYME, CT 06371 TEL:[phone] FAX:[phone]
CALIFORNIA: 4116 WEST MAGNOLIA BLVD., SUITE 100, BURBANK, CA 91505 - TEL:[phone]. FAX: [phone]
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World Wide Web: http://www.sennheiserusa.com
Manufacturing Plant: Am Labor 1, 30900 Wedemark, Germany
Technical Data
Transducer Dynamic
Ear coupling Circumaural, Open-Aire
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Frequency response 12-38,000 Hz
(-10 dB at 1 kHz)
Characteristic SPL 102 dB
THD <0.1%
Nominal impedance 120 Ω
Weight (without cable) approx. 9.4 oz.
Connection cable (detachable) 3 m (10 ft.), single-sided,
OFC cable
Connector 1/8 stereo mini jack
with 1/4 adapter
lit# L10017
January 1999
* The Duofol diaphragm is a special design developed by Sennheiser which fuses two diaphragm
materials to virtually eliminate standing waves in the capsule.
Replacement Parts
Ear cushions
Headband
Headband cushion
Driver elements
Cable
Delivery Includes
1 HD 590 headphone with single-sided cable