• Sennheiser HD 26 professional closed-back on-ear broadcast monitoring headphones
  • Sennheiser HD 26 over-ear monitoring headphones with padded black earcups

Sennheiser

Sennheiser HD 26 Professional Monitoring Headphones

• Closed-back on-ear professional headphones designed for radio, television, ENG and location-sound monitoring.
• ActiveGard limiting technology with 105dB protection level and up to 128dB maximum SPL with ActiveGard off.
• 100Ω dynamic drivers, 20Hz–18kHz response, swivelling ear cup and easily replaceable 1.5m cable.

Need help choosing?

Choose the HD 26 when broadcast-focused isolation, ActiveGard hearing protection and long-session comfort are priorities. Compared with the HD 25, the HD 26 is more explicitly aimed at radio, television and outside-broadcast monitoring, with ActiveGard limiting and a broader padded split-headband design. If you want the lighter, simpler classic field/DJ headphone, the HD 25 remains the more compact alternative.
£228.00 (£190.00 ex VAT)
£228.00 (£190.00 ex VAT)
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The Sennheiser HD 26 are closed-back on-ear professional monitoring headphones designed for radio, television, ENG and location-sound work, combining high passive noise attenuation with accurate reproduction for demanding monitoring environments.

ActiveGard limiting technology provides switchable hearing protection, while the split padded headband, soft ear cushions and swivelling ear cup are designed for comfortable long sessions and quick single-ear monitoring. The 1.5m cable and cushions are replaceable as part of Sennheiser's modular serviceable design.

Choosing your type

Choose the HD 26 when broadcast-focused isolation, ActiveGard hearing protection and long-session comfort are priorities. Compared with the HD 25, the HD 26 is more explicitly aimed at radio, television and outside-broadcast monitoring, with ActiveGard limiting and a broader padded split-headband design. If you want the lighter, simpler classic field/DJ headphone, the HD 25 remains the more compact alternative.

Specifications

Article Number

700487

Headphone Type

Closed-back, on-ear

Transducer Principle

Dynamic

Frequency Response

20Hz–18,000Hz

Nominal Impedance

100Ω stereo

Maximum SPL

128dB @ 1kHz, 200mW, ActiveGard off

ActiveGard Level

105dB @ 1kHz

Total Harmonic Distortion

<0.5% @ 1kHz

Connection

Wired

Connector

3.5mm jack

Adapter

Screw-on 3.5mm to 6.3mm

Cable

1.5m, easily replaceable

Product Dimensions

250 x 192 x 84mm

Product Weight

496g

Warranty

2 years

Compatibility

• Professional field recorders and mixer-recorders with 3.5mm or 6.3mm headphone outputs
• Sound Devices mixer-recorders
• Broadcast consoles and monitoring systems
• ENG cameras and camera-monitoring outputs
• Radio and television production environments
• Studio and location-sound headphone amplifiers suitable for 100Ω headphones

Dimensions

Frequency Response

20Hz–18kHz

Impedance

100Ω

Max SPL

128dB

ActiveGard

105dB @ 1kHz

Cable

1.5m Replaceable

What’s in the box?

• 1x Sennheiser HD 26 Headphones
• 1x Cable Clip
• 1x Wide Headband Cushion
• 1x Screw-On 3.5mm to 6.3mm Jack Adapter

Delivery & Returns

UK standard delivery costs £4.50, with free standard delivery on UK orders over £250. Next Working Day delivery is available on eligible in-stock orders under 30kg placed before 1pm. Worldwide shipping is also available.

Consumers can return most unwanted products within 30 days of receiving them, subject to our return conditions and exclusions. Please see our Shipping Policy and Returns & Refunds Policy for full details.

Warranty

Warranty coverage varies by product and manufacturer.

If you experience a fault or would like to check whether your product is covered by a manufacturer warranty, please visit our Returns & Warranty page and complete the warranty form.

Soundkit will review your claim and, where applicable, help manage the warranty process with the manufacturer on your behalf.

Manufacturer warranties, where provided, generally do not cover misuse, accidental damage, unauthorised modification, improper storage, incorrect operation, or normal wear and tear.

Your statutory rights are not affected.

Important Notes

• This is the current Sennheiser HD 26, article number 700487.
• ActiveGard hearing protection can be switched according to the required monitoring environment.
• Sennheiser lists the current product at 100Ω stereo impedance and 20Hz–18kHz frequency response.
• The supplied 1.5m cable is replaceable; cushions are also replaceable as part of the modular design.
• Sennheiser lists a 2-year manufacturer warranty.

Sennheiser HD 26 Professional Monitoring Headphones

£228.00
Sennheiser HD 26 professional closed-back on-ear broadcast monitoring headphones

Split Headband + Swivelling Ear Cup

Designed for Long Broadcast Sessions

Soft cushions and the split headband spread pressure during extended wear, while one ear cup can swivel away for quick communication or environmental awareness without taking the headphones off.

Sennheiser HD 26 over-ear monitoring headphones with padded black earcups

ActiveGard Hearing Protection

Monitor Loud Broadcast Environments Safely

ActiveGard limiting technology helps protect against excessive monitoring levels while retaining clear programme audio. Sennheiser specifies an ActiveGard level of 105dB at 1kHz, with maximum SPL reaching 128dB when ActiveGard is off.

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What is your return policy?

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Do you ship internationally?

Yes, worldwide shipping is available to many destinations. Available services, delivery costs and estimated times will be shown at checkout. International orders may also be subject to local customs duties, taxes and import fees.

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