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AKG K701 vs Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO

    7.83 in
    8.35 in
    AKG K701 Headphones
    AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Headphones
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Available colors
      Editiorial reviews
      10
      4.4 out of 5
      3 user ratings
      5 stars
      		33 %
      4 stars
      		66 %
      3 stars
      		0 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
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      5
      5 editorial reviews
      The Beyerdynamic DT 900 PRO is a stellar headset for the price, and while it's over a decade old, it remains a star.Read more
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      Made for mixing, should this open-back studio stalwart be on your list?Read more
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      User rating
      53
      4.2 out of 5
      53 user ratings
      5 stars
      		47 %
      4 stars
      		35 %
      3 stars
      		9 %
      2 stars
      		7 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
      68
      3.9 out of 5
      68 user ratings
      5 stars
      		35 %
      4 stars
      		33 %
      3 stars
      		19 %
      2 stars
      		10 %
      1 stars
      		1 %

      Full Comparison

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      Technical details

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Sound outputStereoStereo
      StyleOn-EarOver-Ear
      Connectivity technologyWiredWired
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

      Design

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Colour of product
      • Silver
      • Silver,White
      • White
      • White,Brown
      		Black,Grey
      Acoustic designOpenClosed
      Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
      Connector contacts platingGoldGold

      Dimensions

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Weight8.29 oz9.52 oz

      Sound

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Impedance62.0 Ω250.0 Ω
      Frequency range10 - 390005 - 35000
      Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
      Driver size1.65 in1.97 in

      Connectivity

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Cable length33
      3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyes
      Type of connector
      • 3.5mm
      • 6.3mm
      		3.5mm
      USBnono
      Detachable cablenono

      Power

      AKG K701AKG K701
      Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
      Battery operatednono
      Power handling capacity200.0 mW100.0 mW

      Pros & Cons

      Pros
          Cons

              AKG K701 vs Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO - User Opinions

              • jannet
                about 1 year ago
                The AKG have a better soundstage and come with an extra-long cable that is detachable, unlike the Beyerdynamic's coiled cable. Overall, the cheaper price of the Beyerdynamic makes them a better selection.
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