Sennheiser and Neumann Triumph at 40th Annual NAMM TEC Awards The Sennheiser Group announces that Sennheiser and Neumann.Berlin were both recognized for Outstanding Technical Achievement during the 40th Annual NAMM TEC Awards, held January 23 at the Hilton Pacific Ballroom in Anaheim California. The HD 490 PRO headphones have been presented with the prestigious TEC Award in the Headphone/Earpiece Technology category, while Neumann's KK 104 U and KK 105 U microphone capsules received top honors in the Microphones - Sound Reinforcement category. The TEC Foundation recognizes Sennheiser's HD 490 PRO headphones for their sound performance, comfort, and versatility. The HD 490 PRO was designed to deliver a balanced and transparent listening experience while maintaining durability for demanding studio environments. "We are thrilled to receive this recognition for the HD 490 PRO headphones," says Jimmy Landry, category market manager. "At Sennheiser, our goal is to create products that empower creators and professionals to achieve their best work. The HD 490 PRO exemplifies this ethos, offering uncompromising sound and a level of comfort that makes it the ideal choice for long listening sessions." Neumann's KK 104 U and KK 105 U capsule heads were selected for the TEC Award in the Microphones - Sound Reinforcement category. These capsules for third-party wireless systems are designed for demanding live sound environments, precision, and clarity for live performances. "We are incredibly proud that the KK 104 U and KK 105 U capsules have been recognized with this honor," says Yasmine Riechers, CEO of Neumann. "Neumann has always been synonymous with excellence in studio recording. 25 years ago, we embarked on a journey to bring studio quality sound to the stage, developing our acclaimed KMS series and capsule heads for Sennheiser wireless systems. The KK 104 U and KK 105 U are the culmination of our dream to make Neumann sound available to everyone." Since the TEC Foundation was established in 1990, Sennheiser and Neumann have together earned over 30 Outstanding Technical Achievement Awards and have several products in the TECnology Hall of Fame. 
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