Sennheiser, the legendary audio company, is marking its 80th anniversary in style, unveiling a limited-edition version of its popular Momentum 4 wireless headphones. These aren’t just any headphones; Sennheiser teamed up with renowned German graffiti artist Bond Truluv to give them a vibrant, eye-catching makeover that blends cutting-edge sound with street art flair. This special release combines the Momentum 4’s acclaimed audio performance and features like active noise cancellation (ANC) with a unique design that pays homage to Sennheiser’s history while looking towards the future.
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Sennheiser Momentum 4 80th Anniversary headphones featuring unique Bond Truluv graffiti art on the earcups.
Art Meets Audio: The Bond Truluv Design
Bond Truluv is known for transforming public spaces with dynamic murals, blending traditional art with digital techniques. For this collaboration, he brought his signature style to the compact canvas of the Momentum 4 earcups.
The left ear cup features Truluv’s distinctive “throwie” tag – a quick, stylized signature often seen in graffiti – layered over a textured background. Sennheiser says this evokes a sense of motion and depth, much like sound waves. On the right ear cup, you’ll find abstract lines inspired by audio waveforms, flowing across the surface. It’s an artistic representation of the “chaos and control” found in sound itself.
A Splash of History: Honoring the HD 414
Look closely and you’ll spot bright yellow accents throughout the design. This isn’t just a random color choice; it’s a direct tribute to Sennheiser’s iconic HD 414 headphones. Launched way back in 1968, the HD 414 were revolutionary for their open design and, notably, their bright yellow foam ear pads. They represented a major leap forward in both sound quality and headphone style at the time. The yellow highlights on the new Momentum 4 edition connect this modern design back to Sennheiser’s rich heritage and impact on audio technology.
Artist Bond Truluv himself shared his inspiration, stating he wanted the headphones to feel like “sound in motion – fluid, raw, and exciting.” He notes that much of his artistic style is directly influenced by music.
Sennheiser Momentum 4 80th Anniversary headphones featuring unique Bond Truluv graffiti art on the earcups.
What About the Headphones Themselves?
Underneath the fresh paintwork, these are still the award-winning Momentum 4 Wireless headphones that users love. They are known for their impressive adaptive active noise cancellation (ANC), which intelligently blocks out distractions, and an incredible battery life of up to 60 hours on a single charge – meaning days of listening before needing power.
They connect wirelessly using Bluetooth 5.2 and support various codecs like aptX adaptive for high-quality streaming. They feature 42mm dynamic drivers for detailed sound and built-in microphones for clear calls, even with noise reduction technology. Charging is quick via USB-C, with a super-fast burst charge giving you 4 hours of playtime from just 5 minutes on the charger.
Price and Availability
The Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless 80th Anniversary Edition is a limited release. It will be available starting this summer through select retailers and directly from Sennheiser’s website.
The price is set at £269 in the UK and €269.90 in Europe, offering a unique collectible design without a significant price jump compared to the standard model.
Key Specs at a Glance:
- Type: Over-ear, Circumaural
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2 (SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX adaptive codecs supported)
- Drivers: 42mm Dynamic
- Noise Cancellation: Hybrid Adaptive ANC
- Battery Life: Up to 60 hours (with Bluetooth and ANC)
- Charging: Approx. 2 hours (USB-C), 5 min for 4 hours playtime
- Microphone: MEMS (2 per side with beamforming for calls)
- Frequency Range: 6Hz – 22kHz (Headphones), 50Hz – 10kHz (Microphone)
This limited edition is a fantastic way for Sennheiser to celebrate its history and reputation for quality audio while embracing contemporary art and appealing to a new generation of listeners who appreciate both performance and unique style.
