# Closed-Back Headphones The HD 630VBs are Sennheiser's First Closed-Back Headphones By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-05-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hd-630vb References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/sennheiser-hd630vb-closed-back-headphones/37557/) & [en-us.sennheiser](http://en-us.sennheiser.com/high-quality-stereo-headphones-around-ear-hd-630vb) The HD 630VB are a pair of headphones that offer audiophiles a balanced, airy and [comfortable listening experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bowers-wilkins-px7-s3) with the added benefit of [passive noise isolation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dali-io12-headphones). These headphones features an all-new proprietary high-performance transducer that provides power for high-resolution music file listening with a wide spatial sound image. Due for release in June for a price of $549.95, the [Sennheiser](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones) HD 630VBs feature robust yet sleek looking aluminum ear cups, a sturdy headband and sliders -- all of which contribute to an overall weight of only 400 grams. They can be collapsed down for travel, while their impedance levels of 23 oh makes them excellent for music-listening in conjunction with mobile devices both small and large. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Closed-back Headphones with High-performance Transducers:** The trend toward closed-back headphones with high-performance transducers is creating innovative audio experiences for audiophiles. - **Passive Noise Isolation Headphones:** The passive noise isolation trend is disrupting the audio industry by providing a comfortable listening environment for audiophiles. - **Compact and Durable Headphones:** The trend for compact and durable closed-back headphones provides a new avenue for innovation and design in the audio industry. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics Industry:** The trend toward closed-back headphones with high-performance transducers is driving innovation and competition in the consumer electronics industry. - **Audio Industry:** The passive noise isolation trend is disrupting the audio industry by creating innovative designs and technologies for headphones. - **Travel and Leisure Industry:** The trend for compact and durable closed-back headphones is creating opportunities for innovation in the travel and leisure industry as audiophiles seek out portable and comfortable audio solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wireless High-Res Audio Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hdb-headphones.md) - [Linear Acoustics Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-560s.md) - [Copper-Accented Performance Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-505-copper-edition.md) - [Precision Studio Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-490-pro.md) - [Industrial Audiophile Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grado-signature-s750-headphones.md) - [Elegant Multi-Day Battery Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-accentum-headphones.md) - [Open-Back Mixer Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-hd-400-pro.md) - [Entry-Level Wired Headphone Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sennheiser-wired-headphones.md) - [Wire-Free Television Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wireless-tv-headphones.md)