Sennheiser HMD 46

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Sennheiser HMD 46

Sennheiser

HMD 46

4.4 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597173
Model: HMD 46
Price: $328.90

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The HMD 46 is a solid choice for professional intercom applications—think stage managers, broadcast, or even demanding gaming setups. The dynamic mic is crisp and focused, and the open-back headphones offer a surprisingly pleasant listening experience. It's a no-nonsense solution prioritizing clarity and durability over audiophile-grade fidelity.

Product Description

  • Sennheiser HMD 46
  • Intercom hearing-speaking combination
  • Wired (cable not included!)
  • On-ear
  • Open-back design
  • Dynamic
  • Headphone frequency range: 16 Hz - 20
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance: 200 Ohm
  • Sound pressure level: 100 dB SPL @ 1000Hz
  • Integrated ActiveGuard Limiter

BMD 434-46 Microphone: Dynamic, Hyper-cardioid polar pattern, 40 Hz - 18.000 Hz, Impedance: 300 Ohm, Weight (without cable): 150 g

PROS
  • • Robust dynamic mic delivers clear, intelligible voice communication.
  • • Open-back design provides a surprisingly natural, spacious headphone sound.
  • • ActiveGuard limiter protects hearing from sudden loud bursts, a crucial safety feature.
  • • Durable construction suggests longevity and suitability for demanding environments.
CONS
  • • The 200 Ohm impedance requires a powerful headphone amplifier for optimal performance.
  • • Lack of a included cable is an odd omission for this price point.
  • • Hyper-cardioid mic is sensitive; prone to picking up background noise.

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Key Features

Headphone Type On-ear, Open-back
Driver Size Likely 32mm, based on Sennheiser's typical design for this class
Mic Type Dynamic
Mic Pattern Hyper-cardioid
Connector Likely 3.5mm TRRS, common for intercom systems
Weight 150 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hyper-cardioid rejects sound from the sides, minimizing unwanted noise and focusing pickup on the speaker's direct voice—essential for noisy environments.
You'll want something capable of delivering at least 100mW into 200 Ohms; a portable headphone amp or a decent audio interface will do the trick.
It's a fixed setting designed to provide a consistent level of protection; you can’t adjust its threshold.

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