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Brand | beyerdynamic |
Model Name | DT 990 PRO |
Color | Gray |
Form Factor | On Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Open over-ear headphones, ideal for professional mixing, mastering and editing
- Perfect for studio applications thanks to their transparent, spacious, strong bass and treble sound
- The soft, circumaural and replaceable velour ear pads ensure high wearing comfort
- Hard-wearing, durable and robust workmanship - Made in Germany
- Practical single-sided cable (3.0m coiled cable)
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Audio technology with outstanding sound quality is our great passion at beyerdynamic - and it shows. Anyone who has ever put on a pair of beyerdynamic headphones and listened to music or played their favorite game with one of our headsets will confirm this. Our DT 770 PRO is now a legend and our MMX 300 is recognized as THE professional gaming headset. Made in Germany.
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Sound quality | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.1 | — | — | 4.1 |
For gaming | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.0 | — | — | 4.0 |
Bass quality | 4.3 | — | 4.1 | — | — | 4.1 |
Noise cancellation | 3.0 | — | 3.4 | — | — | 3.4 |
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connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | On Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack, 6.35mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack | — | 3 5mm Jack |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | — | — | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Tangle Free | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable |
control type | Volume Control | — | Media Control | — | — | Media Control |
material | Plastic | Neodymium, Copper, Metal, Foam | Steel, Plush | — | Plastic | Metal |
From the manufacturer
The Studio Legends
For decades now, professional users all around the world have placed their trust in our classic range: DT 770/880/990 PRO headphones.
These benchmark-setting studio headphones, available in three different models, boast extremely detailed resolution and very transparent sound.
The DT 990 PRO headphones are the range’s open-back model offering impressive spaciousness.
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Benchmark for Studio SoundThese open-back studio headphones are a reliable tool for any sound enthusiast. The wide stereo image and three-dimensional sound reproduction make the beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO headphones a loyal companion for producers. Outstanding tonal depth ensures that even small changes in the positioning of the acoustic source can be perceived while mixing. |
Incredible SpaciousnessThe DT 990 PRO are circumaural headphones with open-back design. They provide exceptional spaciousness and detailed tonal depth. Their mild bass and treble boost ensure a pleasant sound. The bass is not overstated, but rather precise and the treble boost is powerfully present without sounding sharp. |
Extreme ComfortThe single-sided cable allows the headphones to be put on and taken off frequently without cables getting tangled, and soft, adjustable ear cups provide for added comfort. The robust spring steel headband design ensures that the over-ear headphones offer a secure fit. |
Made in Germany
The DT 990 PRO headphones are and always have been handcrafted in Germany. With their high-quality materials and meticulous workmanship, these studio headphones are a sound, long-term investment..
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Construction Type | Closed (strong noise isolation) | Semi-Open (low noise level) | Open (noise escapes) |
Sound | Prominent bass, less spatial, transparent, detailed | Neutral, relaxed, relatively spatial, more restrained bass, transparent | Balanced bass and treble, analytical, very spatial, transparent |
Cable (length and type) | 16 Ohm: 3 m straight cable, 32 Ohm: 1.6 m straight cable, 80 Ohm: 3 m straight cable, 250 Ohm: 3 m coiled cable | 3 m coiled cable | 3 m coiled cable |
Replaceable Parts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 8.7 x 4.7 x 9.1 inches |
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Item Weight | 8.8 ounces |
ASIN | B0011UB9CQ |
Item model number | 459038 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #193 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments) #3 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | July 19, 2004 |
Manufacturer | beyerdynamic |
Country of Origin | Germany |
Item Weight | 0.55 Pounds |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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The DT 990 PRO (250 ohms) is an open dynamic headphone that is ideal for professional use in studios. Headphone frequency response - 5 - 35.000 Hz
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Customers like the quality, clarity, and gaming of the headphones. They mention that it's made well, perfect for music and games, and ideal for recreational listening of jazz, classical, and lighter music. They also appreciate the design, saying that it looks great and is precise. Customers also like the sound quality, comfort, and value. However, some customers disagree on performance.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say the highs, mids, and bass are exceptionally clear and nuanced. They also say the headphones help them gain a more spacious sound and make it feel like they can hear every string. Customers also mention that the bass is fast and tight, the mids are smooth, and crystal-clear, and the high is exceptionally clear. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sound performance of the DT 990 PRO.
"...Its the best soundstage I've heard out of the 3. And they also to my ears have the most neutral tuning out of the 3 headphones...." Read more
"...These are extremely balanced, and I can hear every detail. Ear pads are plush velvet, hard plastic and metal construction...." Read more
"...Having crystal clear audio isn’t hard to get, but when making an investment it’s important to read the fine print and research all the opinions...." Read more
"...PRO'S:1. Sound quality: The sound quality is really good. I'm not a audiophile, but I do know more than I average guy about audio...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They say it's well-made, robust, and has amazing ear pads. Customers also say it sounds good and is a high-quality device. Overall, customers find the headphones to be a nice high-end set of headphones.
"...They are also extremely comfortable due to their amazing ear pads. But you cannot go wrong with any of the above mentioned sets...." Read more
"...Ear pads are plush velvet, hard plastic and metal construction. They are open back, so don’t watch any adult videos with them...." Read more
"...These are worth every penny if you're in the market for a nice high-end set of headphones...." Read more
"...n’t let the nearly plastic design fool you because it’s pretty high-quality polymer plastic and the build itself is solid...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say it has a plush and smooth feeling, making extended sessions comfortable. The headphones are light as a feather and hug your head. They are gentle and do not fatigue easily. Overall, customers say they are a fantastic choice for quality feeling and sounding headphones.
"...They are also extremely comfortable due to their amazing ear pads. But you cannot go wrong with any of the above mentioned sets...." Read more
"...They a have nice furry covers which are extremely comfortable, the clamping pressure isn't too tight, and I FINALLY found a set of cans that has..." Read more
"...It has a plush and smooth feeling unlike any other. The clamping force is somewhat tight, but I got used to it pretty fast...." Read more
"...music creation and engineering, and needed something accurate and comfortable. Before these, I used Klipsch Image S4 in-ears...." Read more
Customers like the value of the headphones. They say that they are good for the money, well worth it, and have excellent sound quality for the price point. Some mention that the DT-990 Pro offers an exceptional price to performance ratio and would make a great addition to any home.
"...other than the lack of noise cancellation, these are the best bang for your buck headphones" Read more
"...These are worth every penny if you're in the market for a nice high-end set of headphones...." Read more
"...The price is just right even for the average consumer and offers professional grade quality...." Read more
"...Before these, I used Klipsch Image S4 in-ears. They were good for the money and for casual listening, but definitely not for making music or long-..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They say the design looks great, produces a clear, neat, sharp, and natural sound. They also say it excels at electric, classical, acoustic, and score music. Customers also say that the headphones look brand new and sound brand new. They mention that the semi-open back design does not block out background noise, and the open ear design is breathable, which adds to the comfort during long listening.
"...Yes, they are nice and bright, but I like them. Its like a speaker with tweeters vs without. COULD it be harsh?..." Read more
"...They are open back, so don’t watch any adult videos with them...." Read more
"...I am so excited to watch a movie them. I really like the open back and I think that'll be nice when watching a movie with the wife so we can still..." Read more
"...These headphones are very revealing...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the headphones. They mention that they have great detail and nuance, making everything very clear. The sound stage and level of detail are incredibly helpful for more competitive games. The mids have a lot of detail, but don't shine as much. The instruments are clear and realistic, the vocals are precise. The open design is perfect for mixing and mastering, with no glare and well-defined bass.
"...cow these things have low hitting bass, the midrange is tight and crystal clear, and the highs are powerful but not overpowering...." Read more
"...The mids have a lot of detail but don’t shine as much. The highs are incredibly clear but can get a bit too bright for my taste...." Read more
"...do cover the whole frequency range, and they do it with great detail and nuance...." Read more
"...Soundstage is a nice 4/5, clarity is 5/5, open back so no noise canceling, and the bass is a good 4/5 too...." Read more
Customers like the gaming capabilities of the headphones. For example, they say it's perfect for the music and games they play, fantastic for gaming and pleasure listening, and ideal for recreational listening of jazz, classical, and lighter music. The bass level is entertaining for electronic music and some rock, and it has made their work and gaming experience great. Overall, they recommend the headphones as an excellent headphone for gaming, movies, and music.
"...Just an amazing set of cans for classical music, but you have to make sure you have the best recordings or else the static will ruin your listening..." Read more
"...The mids are silky smooth, a dream to listen to. The first time I listened to these, I put on a Burial track, and the vocals sounded like velvet...." Read more
"I absolutely love my Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro headphones. They're amazing for gaming, music, and any other audio needs...." Read more
"...my HD 560 and she sounds perfect, clear, effervescent, and blends nicely with the music...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the headphones. Some mention that they do what they are made for, and do it well. They are pleased with the results, and work great with gaming, music, and normal browsing/listening. However, others say that they had issues getting things to work properly, and started to break after around 5 months.
"...They are all excellent sets, and do what they are made for, and do it well...." Read more
"...It stays together even being cracked, but it's definitely wonky and has lost some of its structural integrity...." Read more
"...is tight and crystal clear, and the highs are powerful but not overpowering. They are very well balanced...." Read more
"...It's like putting regular unleaded gas in a Lamborghini, the car won't run and you're done for...." Read more
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Equipment:
- FiiO E12 amplifier
- Behringer UCA222 DAC
- ViPER4Windows audio software
Comfort: You'll have to try them on to really appreciate their comfort. The revviews say there is a heavy clamping force but I beg to differ...it's quite low and enough to the point where it stays on your head and is hardly noticeable. The earpads are very soft and have a ridonkulous amount of cushion to them, they're like pillows and they engulf my ears which is nice. 11/10, far more comfortable than my electrowaves with DT770EVB earpads.
Sound:
Bass - Not as strong as open cans, and not nearly as strong as all of the reviews claim...but still strong for open cans. These do have bass, don't get me wrong...but not basshead pleasing without EQing and adjusting other bass related settings. Once everything is adjusted properly, it can provide some nice bass, but it still lacks a bit in quantity. The quality is quite good though, although like one review I came across said, it does sacrifice quantity for quality. It was a bit difficult finding the right settings, but I will definitely post a picture of those below for insight. I also did find the right driver to rattle, it is probably a hair, but it has not gone away yet...will have to figure out how to fix that. 9/10
Mids - I am not too concerned about the mids, and haven't had cans that are good with mids...so I cannot say much here. I will say, and take this with a grain of salt considering my situation, that the vocals of songs were stunning. I haven't heard vocals like that from anything and am very impressed. Some said that the mids were a bit recessed...I would agree if the bass is set high enough, it can definitely overpower the mids if that is the case. I would disagree when it comes to the vocals though, they were right up front regardless of the bass. 9/10
Highs - The supposed killing factor for most...I say that's pure bollocks. I am treble sensitive, I don't like piercing notes as they give me a headache. When I first put these on, I did so with an amp and that's it. I can see why people say it can be a bit much, but it's nothing to be concerned about. I did get a little bit of fatigue from the treble, but people are over exaggerating. I found the treble to ever so slightly sibilant, but nothing major. 8.5/10
Leak - These are open cans, expect them to let in sound, and let out sound. I can hear my TV quite well, with these on as I type. While it is a tiny bit muffled, it's still very much audible and it's of acceptable volume. As for sound going out, these do leak more than you would expect, so be prepared for that. If you have your EQ/software settings set to a more dark sound it will not leak as much, but them mids and highs are going to be heard loud and clear. 6/10
Imaging - Not quite sure what this is, but following the definition I would say these do that quite well. Cannot say much else, but reproduction does seem to be good. I don't know if this fits here or not, but poorly recorded songs or songs with poor quality will definitely suffer in all sections. I won't rate this.
Soundstage - This is what impressed me the most. I was frequently surprised at hearing an instrument or sound I never knew was there in quite a few songs. The soundstage is much wider than I expected, and throughly impressed me. 10/10
Build quality: I would tent to agree with the others on this. Everything is good...it's German made, so it not a surprise. I really don't need to add to this as others have already said what I'd say. 9/10
Design: I'll keep it short and sweet since this isn't really relevant. It's nice, but I definitely prefer the premium look. Plastic doesn't appeal to me, but it is designed well. I won't rate this.
Overall I'd say this would earn an 8.5/10. It could do better in aspects, but it is quite well. If "audiophile basshead" fits you, then this will likely appeal to you, if you lean more towards a heavier basshead it likely won't. I for one am happy with it...can't wait to hear how it sounds at 100 hours. It could use a bit more bass though.
I will update when the 100 hour burn in is complete. I have about 4-5 hours under the belt, but due to the rattling issue I am likely going to RMA so I will have to start over again.
I spent quite some time picking out my next headphone upgrade, and I am glad I chose these. While the impedance is quite high and will require an amp, It is well worth it. The quality sounds wonderful, I can hear so much detail now that I couldn't ever before. The low ends sound wonderful through these headphones, entirely due to the open-back design. Unfortunately, that same open-back design can lead to sound bleeding into and out of the headphones. If you are in a loud environment, it will dampen your enjoyment of these headphones. But otherwise, these are a fantastic choice for quality feeling and sounding headphones.
SPECIFIC USE CASES:
I used these headphones for a variety of things, as I do a variety of things. The uses I assume most people are curious about are Gaming, Music Production/Listening, and Movies/TV/Videos. These headphones are perfect for any sort of music production or listening experience. The frequencies haven't been boosted or lowered on any end, allowing you to experience the music as it was meant to be experienced. You can truly hear details you might never have heard before in your songs, I still find new details in the music I listen to!
As for gaming use, these headphones can be quite good, but may not necessarily be what you want. The sound stage and level of detail are incredibly helpful for more competitive games that require the listening of footsteps or far-away noises. If you aren't playing something competitive, I wouldn't suggest these, unless of course, you want that detail.
For movies, and all other forms of video, these headphones are pretty killer. While personally, I believe a nice surround system is better for watching a video, these get somewhat close. What I like about speakers is that they play the sound into the room, while on-ear headphones play the sound in your ear. Having the sound play in your ear can feel less authentic, while speakers can really immerse you into the video. But, that only goes for on-ear closed-back headphones. These headphones are neither. They are over-ear and open-backs. The over-ear helps remove that feeling of the sound playing in your ear, and more like it's playing around it. In addition to that, the open-back design helps the sound escape and gives it a more speaker-like quality of it playing in the room.
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Calificando del 1 al 10 comparando calidad- precio.
Construcción: 8.5 me ponen nervioso algunas partes en plastico medio chinosas pero aun asi se ve que cuidandolos van a durar varios años.
Comodidad: 10 son ligeros, muy comodos por largas horas, y el cable no pesa tampoco.
*Calidad de Sonido en frecuencia plana.
Graves: 10 Simplemente hermosos, excelente extensión de graves, son bajos correctos, limpios, con 0 reververacion y 0 ganancia extra.
Medios: 9 Estan bien, son claros pero como que les falta poquito cuerpo.
Agudos: 9.5 pudieran ser 10 pero se nota una ligera acentuacion en las frecuencias más altas. Aun asi no lastiman, son agudos aereados, muy precisos y con mucho detalle.
En general es muy buena la calidad de audio, hay buena resolucion y espacialidad de sonidos. Aqui si van a encontrar muchos detalles y si una canción fue mal grabada desde el estudio aqui si lo van a notar. Por el precio es de lo mejor que puedes encontrar. Un DAC AMP es recomendable mas no necesario para la versión de 80Ω te van a funcionar bien casi con cualquier dispositivo en un volumen decente. Y con un DAC AMP mejoras un poco mas la calidad de sonido en todas las frecuencias, yo los uso con un Fiio K3.
Estos audifonos yo los recomiendo para quienes quieran empezar a introducirse al mundo audiofilo y no cuenten con mucho presupuesto.
Reviewed in Mexico on July 19, 2023
Calificando del 1 al 10 comparando calidad- precio.
Construcción: 8.5 me ponen nervioso algunas partes en plastico medio chinosas pero aun asi se ve que cuidandolos van a durar varios años.
Comodidad: 10 son ligeros, muy comodos por largas horas, y el cable no pesa tampoco.
*Calidad de Sonido en frecuencia plana.
Graves: 10 Simplemente hermosos, excelente extensión de graves, son bajos correctos, limpios, con 0 reververacion y 0 ganancia extra.
Medios: 9 Estan bien, son claros pero como que les falta poquito cuerpo.
Agudos: 9.5 pudieran ser 10 pero se nota una ligera acentuacion en las frecuencias más altas. Aun asi no lastiman, son agudos aereados, muy precisos y con mucho detalle.
En general es muy buena la calidad de audio, hay buena resolucion y espacialidad de sonidos. Aqui si van a encontrar muchos detalles y si una canción fue mal grabada desde el estudio aqui si lo van a notar. Por el precio es de lo mejor que puedes encontrar. Un DAC AMP es recomendable mas no necesario para la versión de 80Ω te van a funcionar bien casi con cualquier dispositivo en un volumen decente. Y con un DAC AMP mejoras un poco mas la calidad de sonido en todas las frecuencias, yo los uso con un Fiio K3.
Estos audifonos yo los recomiendo para quienes quieran empezar a introducirse al mundo audiofilo y no cuenten con mucho presupuesto.
The first set I bought was the OneOdio unit, but I found the bass too overwhelming ( it is a closed back set - since the events described below, I have stuck chair-coasters on the cans so they cannot close completely on my head, but it is very uncomfortable).
Consulting with various people who should know, I was directed to the Sony MDR-7506 Professional Studio Headphones. I eagerly bought those. I could not handle my own excitement when these highly lauded headphones arrived. I shoved them on my head, but the sound they emitted was truly ghastly. It seemed to consist of overwhelming bass and a screeching treble peak at 2.5kHz, and little else. They made my delicate acoustic guitar sound like a Fender Telecaster on its bridge pickup. My great anticipation turned to disappointment, and my disappointment turned into anger and then into sheer hatred.
I went off to the local music store and came home with an AKG-72 headset. It was better-sounding than the much more expensive Sony set, but the bass was still unnaturally high. I think teenage girlies like it like that.
I then searched for my old Duck-taped Plantronics set on Amazon and found it (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B001KUSXXU), but it had been discontinued. However, the first line of its description made a point of stating "Open-ear design keeps you connected to the game and your surroundings". Apparently the key to my misery was that I needed "Open-ear" (open back) headphones. I do a lot of online jamming, and for that one needs to be able to both listen AND sing. With the Sony set, any attempt to sing while wearing those headphones was ridiculous. It was like trying to sing with a serious head cold and one's fingers stuck in one's ears. It was simply A-W-F-U-L. One's voice droned in one's head to the exclusion of all else.
When I took the AKG set back, the shop gave me a Beyer-Dynamic DT-990 250 Ohm open back set and told me to take that PLUS the AKG home and to try them and see what I conclude. The Beyer-Dynamic DT-990 was obviously the solution. HOWEVER, its 250 Ohm impedance was a bit much for my little interface I was using for online jamming.
But, lo and behold, when I took a look on Amazon, I found that Beyer-Dynamic were offering an 80 Ohm unit of the "same" DT-990. I immediately ordered this device and took back the AKG and the 250 Ohm headphone sets to the music shop. They could not provide the 80 Ohm device, otherwise I would have bought it from them.
I am now the proud owner of a lovely German-designed 80 Ohm Beyer-Dynamic DT-990 headphone set manufactured in Germany. The sound through it is quite natural, and when I wear it AND sing, there is no sensation of "fingers in the ear" or "head cold". The overwhelming bass is gone and in its place is a well-tempered bass balance. The inhuman screeching treble of the Sony is nowhere in sight. In fact, that 2.5kHz response of the BT-990 is MANY decibels lower than the Sony and vastly better matched to the natural human hearing system.
These are the headphones for folks who are prepared to spend at least around $200 for a decent set of headphones. Folks with hearing loss at 2.5kHz may well wish to consider the Sony set. Those are telephone frequencies. For my part, I can now jam online again and sing as I do so. All this without getting frustrated out of my skull as with the Sony set. Over and above all this, the DT-990s are very comfortable and one can wear them all evening and not notice it after a while.
All the comparisons I made above were done using a Mackie 1202-VLZPRO mixer, which has three equalizer controls at 12kHz, 2.5 kHz and 80 kHz respectively. With the Sony set, I had to crank the 2.5kHz control almost all the way around anti-clockwise to get the response at that frequency to anywhere near reasonable.
Voici mon avis sur le casque Bayerndynamic DT990 pro
Niveau qualité sonore je n’ai rien à dire, c’est parfait !
La basse sont présente et profonde sans dénaturer la musique, les médiums sont claire et limpide et les aiguë crystalin
Niveau confort cela est bien mais ça pourrait être mieux, c’est pour cela que je lui met la note de 4 étoiles car après quelques heure sur la tête cela commence à ce ressentir
Si non le côté casque ouvert est un réel plus car nous n’avons plus cette impression d’être isolé et ça ne dénature absolument pas le son
De ce fait le casque conviendra beaucoup moi pour une utilisation en extérieur
Reviewed in Belgium on March 7, 2024
Voici mon avis sur le casque Bayerndynamic DT990 pro
Niveau qualité sonore je n’ai rien à dire, c’est parfait !
La basse sont présente et profonde sans dénaturer la musique, les médiums sont claire et limpide et les aiguë crystalin
Niveau confort cela est bien mais ça pourrait être mieux, c’est pour cela que je lui met la note de 4 étoiles car après quelques heure sur la tête cela commence à ce ressentir
Si non le côté casque ouvert est un réel plus car nous n’avons plus cette impression d’être isolé et ça ne dénature absolument pas le son
De ce fait le casque conviendra beaucoup moi pour une utilisation en extérieur