STACK #261 July 2026

TECH FEATURE

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a laptop and smartphone, taking work calls, gaming, or relaxing with a playlist, these headphones fit effortlessly into your everyday life. Built for the long haul With up to 57 hours of playback time with ANC enabled, they’re built for endurance. That’s plenty for daily commuting, long-haul travel, and potentially even a return trip to New York without needing a recharge. A new replaceable battery option also helps extend the life of the headphones, making them a long-term companion rather than a short-term upgrade. Why do music fans love Sennheiser Signature Sound? While many of today’s premium headphones offer impressive noise cancelling, smart features, and all-day comfort, many listeners still choose Sennheiser because of the way its products make music feel. The company’s audio heritage has helped shape a sound signature that prioritises detail, balance, and realism. That’s why the Momentum headphone series has developed a loyal following. With the Momentum 5 headphones, it’s not just about hearing more music – it’s about hearing more in your music. Sennheiser Momentum 5 vs Momentum 4 What’s new? The Momentum 4 were already one of the most respected premium headphones on the market, so Sennheiser has focused on refining the experience rather than reinventing it. The Momentum 5 introduces significantly stronger active noise cancellation, clearer calls, Dolby Atmos spatial audio support with head tracking, enhanced personalisation options, and a user-replaceable battery. Upcoming support for lossless CD-quality audio and Auracast (via firmware updates) also helps future-proof the headphones, while battery life remains exceptional at up to 57 hours with ANC on.

SENNHEISER MOMENTUM 5

HEAR WHAT YOU’VE BEEN MISSING

What if your favourite music still had details you hadn’t heard before?That’s the thinking behind the Sennheiser Momentum 5 headphones – to bring a more revealing, studio-inspired experience to everyday listening. Words Scott Hocking

Hear more of what matters The Momentum 5 headphones can help you hear more of the emotion, detail, and nuance hidden within your favourite recordings. Inspired by the sound signature of Sennheiser’s legendary HD 600 series studio headphones, they're tuned to reveal subtle

Quieter surroundings, better sound

The Momentum 5 headphones introduce Sennheiser’s most advanced active noise cancellation yet, delivering up to three times better noise reduction than the Momentum 4. The result is quieter, more focused listening. Transparency modes also allow outside sound back in when needed, making it easier to hear announcements, conversations, or what’s happening around you without removing the headphones. A trusted everyday companion The headphones combine clear call quality, seamless device switching, and personalised sound settings through the Sennheiser Smart Control app. Whether you’re moving between

details in recordings. Vocals feel natural, instruments have room to breathe, and movies and games can gain a greater sense of scale. These flagship headphones

bring you closer to what the artist, producer, and mastering engineer heard in the studio. For music lovers they provide an incentive to revisit favourite albums and playlists, simply to hear things they may have missed before.

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