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Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO vs Sennheiser HD 599

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Headphones
Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 599
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Editiorial reviews
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
Made for mixing, should this open-back studio stalwart be on your list?Read more
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4
4 editorial reviews
A while back, I posted a Sennheiser HD 559 review. I left a little bit… cold. They felt muffled. I was disappointed with them, to say the least. But now we're back. We've raised the stakes by a couple model numbers and a few dollars for a sort of rematch. We're looking at the open-back, over-ear Sennheiser 599s. The sticker on these is $199 – about double that of the 559s. The 559s (...Read more
In 1960 Sennheiser presented the MD421 to the world and it put the Sennheiser name on the world wide map. Now there is the Sennheiser HD599, a new classic?Read more
Let the music flow. Sennheiser’s always been in the forefront of audio peripherals for several years, and their current flagship, the HD 599 is no exception. The Sennheiser HD 599 is mostly plastic, though its sturdy build is something that should make survive everyday usage. The padded headband also helps you wear the headphones for …Read more
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User rating
74
3.9 out of 5
74 user ratings
5 stars
35 %
4 stars
32 %
3 stars
17 %
2 stars
13 %
1 stars
1 %
72
3.9 out of 5
72 user ratings
5 stars
43 %
4 stars
22 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
5 %
1 stars
4 %

Full Comparison

Technical details

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Colour of productBlack,GreyBrown,Ivory
Acoustic designClosedOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband

Dimensions

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Weight9.52 oz8.82 oz

Sound

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Impedance250.0 Ω50.0 Ω
Frequency range5 - 3500012 - 38500
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
Driver size1.97 in1.5 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.2 %0.1 %

Connectivity

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Cable length31.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyes
Type of connector3.5mm
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.3mm
USBnono
Detachable cablenoyes

Power

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROBeyerdynamic DT 990 PRO
Sennheiser HD 599Sennheiser HD 599
Battery operatednono

Pros & Cons

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          Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO vs Sennheiser HD 599 - User Opinions

          • evan.johnston
            over 1 year ago
            The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO and the Sennheiser HD 599 are both great headphones for neutral sound, but the HD 599 are more comfortable for long listening sessions, while the DT 990 PRO are noticeably better-built and feel more durable, but have a tighter fit.
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