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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£410
  • Avg. price in US: ~$550
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Ultrasone Pro 2900 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

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 components:

80.0%

4.2

Technical Score

20.0%

6.0

User score

Poor
4.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.4

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

Poor
6.0

User score

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 components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

2.2

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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3.8
(17)
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3.8
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

Good
  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 0.9
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.3

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 2.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 3.2
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.3

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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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.

Technical Specifications of Ultrasone Pro 2900

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.4

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.5

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

4.2
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a technical score of 4.16 points, which is lower than that of 84.3% of products in this category.
User score

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 components:

70.0%

7.6

User reviews

30.0%

2.2

Popularity

User score:
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3.8
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3.8
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

6.0
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a user score of 5.97 points, which is lower than that of 93.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
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.
2.2
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a popularity of 2.2 points, which is lower than 65.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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 components:

60.0%

4.5

Overall score

40.0%

8.4

Price

5.7
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.7 points, which is lower than 89.5% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

6 Hz
Ultrasone Pro 2900 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
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Ultrasone Pro 2900 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

0
Ultrasone Pro 2900 has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wired
Ultrasone Pro 2900 supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Ultrasone
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

295 g
Ultrasone Pro 2900 weighs 295 g, heavier than 79.8% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Ultrasone Pro 2900 vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (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
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.42000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
    When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=1%

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Foldable design
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
    When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Foldable design
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Open-back design
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 10 mm more spacious earcup width
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (53 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 22,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (42,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 35.3% higher weight
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is heavier than the average headphone (295 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 7 mm tighter earcup height
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 14 dB lower max SPL
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (96 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 7 years older release date
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    September 2010
  • No passive noise reduction
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 35.3% higher weight
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is heavier than the average headphone (295 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is heavier than the average headphone (295 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.295 g vs 218 g
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (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
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.53 mm vs 60 mm
  • 4.56x more expensive
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is more expensive than the average headphone (£410 vs £90).
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 is more expensive than the average headphone (£410 vs £90).£410 vs £90
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
  • 34% lower user score
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.97 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Ultrasone Pro 2900 has a lower user score than the average headphone (5.97 vs 8.000).5.97 vs 8

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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 dislike 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

Expert reviews

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headphoneer.com
21/01/2014

The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is an open-back, dynamic driver headphone featuring 40 mm titanium-plated drivers, a 40 Ohm impedance, and a lightweight build of 295 grams. It stands out as an exceptionally capable "bright-and-bassy" headphone tailored for listeners who value heavy bass quantity and bright, sparkly treble. The main pros of this model include its excellent transparency, wide...Read more

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reference-audio-analyzer.pro
N/A

The Ultrasone PRO 2900 is an open-back headphone model featuring a measured voltage sensitivity of 110.24 dB/V SPL and an average impedance of 42.28 ohms. According to the Reference Audio Analyzer technical evaluation, these headphones perform exceptionally well when paired with mid-power to high-power audio sources, such as dedicated headphone amplifiers, Hi-Fi players, and mixing...Read more

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head-fi.org
02/01/2012

The Head-Fi thread comparing the Ultrasone PRO 2500 and PRO 2900Go to product viewer dialogue for this item. highlights distinct sound signatures, noting the PRO 2500 offers a raw, forward, and immersive soundstage with high detail resolution. However, the PRO 2500 is criticized for a potential, slightly glary, over-driven sound in dense treble passages and less sculpted bass...Read more

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head-fi.org
03/05/2010

The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is highlighted on Head-Fi for its impressive, dimensional soundstage with exceptional 360-degree instrument placement, paired with a durable, comfortable build. It offers a solid, high-performing open-back experience with sturdy, matte-finished plastic construction suitable for extended listening sessions. However, the user reports a slightly sibilant treble...Read more

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modernhifi.de
11. Oktober 2016

The Ultrasone Pro-2900i is an open-back over-ear headphone that delivers a significantly more balanced and wide soundstage compared to its closed-back sibling, the Pro-900i, for the exact same retail price of €469. Structurally, it features a durable high-quality plastic construction with 90-degree swivelling earcups and a fully foldable design for easy travel. It is technically...Read more

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bonedo.de
30/08/2016

Review Summary The Ultrasone Pro-2900i is an open-back, over-ear headphone designed for studio production, featuring dynamic 40mm titanium-coated drivers and patented S-Logic Plus technology for enhanced spatial imaging. It features premium build quality with a comfortable leatherette headband, velvet ear pads, and an expansive accessory kit that includes a hard case, detachable...Read more

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areadvd.de
07. Oktober 2016

The AREA DVD review praises the Ultrasone Pro 2900i (priced at 469 EUR) as a top-tier reference headphone under 500 EUR, highlighting its impressive implementation of decentralized S-Logic® Plus technology and ULE (Ultra Low Emission) MU-metal shielding. The reviewer notes several key pros, starting with an exceptionally airy, wide, and natural spatial soundstage that allows...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
01/07/2026

The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is an open-back, on-ear headphone constructed primarily out of stable plastic that features premium-feeling materials, soft ear pads, and a highly adjustable headband. Priced at 350 Euros, its standout technical feature is the decentralized placement of its sound transducers, known as S-Logic technology. This design choice effectively bypasses frontal...Read more

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testmagazine.de
Juni 2015

The TestMagazine review evaluates the Ultrasone PRO 2900, an open-back, fully symmetrical dynamic headphone designed for studio professionals and audiophiles, giving it a "very good" (1.3) final test rating. The reviewer praises its exceptional haptic construction, featuring a scratch- and shock-resistant soft-touch surface, a low weight of 295 grams, and highly comfortable,...Read more

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fr.audiofanzine.com
14/06/2012

The Ultrasone Pro 2900 is an open-back studio headphone praised for its premium packaging and excellent accessory kit, which includes a rigid carrying case, detachable straight and coiled cables, replacement velvet earpads, and a demonstration CD. Built with 40mm titanium-plated drivers and proprietary technologies like S-Logic Plus and Ultra Low Emission, it aims to deliver a...Read more

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fr.audiofanzine.com
01/02/2024

The Beyerdynamic DT-880 Pro is a highly regarded semi-open, circum-aural studio headphone that successfully bridges the gap between its predecessor, the closed-back DT-770, and higher-end monitoring gear. Geared specifically for mixing and critical listening due to its sound leakage, the headphone offers a very wide, detailed frequency response and excellent stereo imaging across...Read more

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