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Ultrasone Pro 2900 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£410Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Ultrasone Pro 2900 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Ultrasone Pro 2900
5.7/10

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 81% of models
Score components

80%

5.4

Technical score

20%

6.5

User score

â–¼Worse than 81% of headphones
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

â–¼Worse than 91%
5.4

Technical score

Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 78%
6.5

User score

User score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

4.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 93%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Ultrasone Pro 2900

Technical score
Technical score
5.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 78% of models
Score components:

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.4
User score
User score
6.5/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

4.0

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
6.5
Popularity
Popularity
4.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Popularity:
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a popularity score of 4 points, which is lower than that of 65.9% of products in this category.
4.0
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

5.7

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

6.5
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
6 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 6 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 84.5% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Ultrasone
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
295 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 295 g, heavier than 79.8% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Acoustic design
open-back
Clamp force
?
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Ultrasone Pro 2900 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    6 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 22,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 9 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    53 mm vs 44 mm
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    6 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 22,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 35.3% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (295 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    295 g vs 218 g
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 7 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    53 mm vs 60 mm
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 4.56x more expensive
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£410 vs £90).
    £410 vs £90
  • 22.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    the average pair of headphones
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.51 vs 8).
    6.51 vs 8
  • 4.56x more expensive
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£410 vs £90).
    £410 vs £90
  • 22.9% lower user score
    User score
    6.5/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    Ultrasone Pro 2900
    the average pair of headphones
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (6.51 vs 8).
    6.51 vs 8
  • 12.4% worse value for money
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.47 vs 7.3).
    6.47 vs 7.27
  • 48.2% less popular
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (3.96 vs 5.9).
    3.96 vs 5.87
  • 35.3% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (295 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    295 g vs 218 g
  • 7 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    53 mm vs 60 mm
  • Tangle-prone cable
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 14 dB lower max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a lower max SPL than the average pair of headphones (96 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    96 dB vs 110 dB
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 6 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2010 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    September 2010
    2010 vs 2016

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In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

headphoneer.com
21/01/2014
Comparison test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is a wide, deep, bass-rich open-back that's great on piano but can tire long listening sessions.
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head-fi.org
03/05/2010
Summary of the review
ultrasone pro 2900 - Head-Fi
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head-fi.org
02/01/2012
Summary of the review
Ultrasone Pro 2500 vs. Pro 2900 - Head-Fi
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reference-audio-analyzer.pro
N/A
Summary of the review
Ultrasone PRO 2900 - Reference Audio Analyzer Technical Report
kopfhoerer.de
2011
Hands-on test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is a spacious home headphone that suits classical and radio plays, but its open design and price rule out travel and bargain-minded buyers.
areadvd.de
07/10/2016
Hands-on test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900i is an airy, natural open-back with lifelike vocals and a wide stage, but it needs a quiet room to sound its best.
bonedo.de
30/08/2016
Hands-on test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900i is well built, comfortable and quick with sudden sounds, but its biting sound and high price hold it back.
modernhifi.de
11/10/2016
Comparison test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900i is more balanced and more comfortable than the closed Pro 900i, but it suits quiet rooms and can bite at loud rock volumes.
testmagazine.de
01/06/2015
Product test · Open-back
Verdict
The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is a sturdy, comfortable open-back for studio and home listening with a spacious stage, but it only comes in black.
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fr.audiofanzine.com
14/06/2012
Summary of the review
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fr.audiofanzine.com
01/02/2024
Summary of the review
Comparative test bench including the Ultrasone Pro 2900
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Ultrasone Pro 2900

  • Powerful bass and bright treble ideal for detailed listening
  • Exceptional instrument separation and transparency
  • Wide and deep soundstage due to S-Logic Plus technology
  • High-quality build and sturdy construction
  • Comfortable for long sessions with plush velvet ear pads
  • Low electromagnetic radiation through MU-Metal shielding
  • Generous accessories including a hard carrying case and spare ear pads

What customers don't like about Ultrasone Pro 2900

  • Sound can feel unnatural or 'metallic'
  • Bright highs and aggressive lows can cause listener fatigue over time
  • Aggressive treble may be too sharp for some music genres
  • Midrange can feel somewhat retracted or 'disjoint'
  • Polarising S-Logic technology may not suit all ear shapes
  • Niche sound signature that may require a 'dark' amplifier for balance

Verdict

The Ultrasone PRO 2900 is a professional-grade open-back dynamic headphone featuring 40mm titanium-plated drivers and a wide frequency response of 6 Hz to 42,000 Hz. It incorporates proprietary S-Logic Plus technology for enhanced spatial imaging and MU-Metal shielding (ULE technology) to reduce electromagnetic radiation by up to 98%. With an impedance of 40 Ohms and a sensitivity of 96 dB, these 295g headphones are characterized by a powerful, "bright-and-bassy" sound signature that offers exceptional instrument separation and a deep soundstage. Main pros include its high-transparency audio reproduction, premium velvet speed-switch earpads, and a robust accessory package including a hard-sided carrying case and detachable cables. However, notable cons include a potential for listener fatigue due to aggressive treble and a sound profile that some users find slightly unnatural or overly emphasized in the low and high frequencies.

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