Name: DT990
Brand: Beyerdynamic
SKU: 264030
Rating: 3.7 (67 reviews)

3.9

based on all reviews

a remarkably well-balanced sound signature
Superb audio performance with an accurate response across the board
Well-cushioned and comfortable over long listening periods

The cable
which lacks an inline remote
lack sub-bass like the Sennheiser do

Channels: 2
Impedance: 250 Ω
Sensitivity: , 96 dB
Frequency range: 5, 35000 Hz
Acoustic design: Open
Sound output: Stereo
Style: Over-Ear
Connectivity technology: Wired

Beyerdynamic DT990 - Pros & Cons

a remarkably well-balanced sound signature
Superb audio performance with an accurate response across the board
Well-cushioned and comfortable over long listening periods
high-mids and highs are perfectly clear and present
are noticeably better-built headphones and feel sturdier
are also better-built and have a more stable fit
are very durable and comfortable to me
light weight of the unit
they are nice to wear
sound profile is more balanced and neutral
are comfortable and well-built
well-padded and large ear cups
great performance and a better passive soundstage
are similar in design and functionality as well as their physical properties
better-built and feel sturdier thanks
brings quality and efficiency anywhere it goes
better acoustic details
brighter tones and cleaner sound aspects
are better-built
more breathable
provide quality
versatility and comfort to your work
makes it more comfortable and allows for a wider range of sizes that can
brilliant headphones at such an affordable price
amazing product that works well around the professional scene
It works well for an extended range of devices
comfortable
and above all
functional
very comfortable
and durable enough for average use
DT 990 PRO feels wonderfully cozy
All parts are precisely and firmly connected
The sound is highly detailed and balanced
The bass is powerful yet properly balanced
The soundstage is wide and the instrumental separation is great
DT 990 Edition is very good overall
the plastic is sturdy and premium-quality
The treble boost is powerful and sounds sharp
The highs and lows are precise and clear
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro bass is strong yet well balanced
mid-range is clear and comes through a rich bass and well judged treble
sound quality is excellent
clear and beautifully transcending highs
and decent lows
The highs are also great with no distortion
better passive noise reduction
well-built
more balanced and more transparent sound
DT 990 Pro drivers are straightforward and easy to use
headband is ideal for reducing pressure and preventing the ears from getting warm
The very stable metal construction is also quite flexible
their excellent sound quality and spacious sound stage
durability
comfort
and efficiency
that fits fairly well on your head and scratch-resistant in terms of comfort
balanced and natural sound qualities
quality of their headphones and other items is remarkable
The sound is a very natural and fully balanced sound using
transparent
spacious
strong bass
and treble sound
excellent over-ear headsets which are ideal for long and widely used
Both headphones are the same built and are comfortable
the utilization of comfortable soft and smooth pads
DT 990 Pro provide great comfortable for wearing on a long listening session
Great spacing and fantastic resolution
sound signature overall emphasizes bass and treble
a very nice unit and so on
it works very well for many headphones
comfort
durability
and overall sound
resolution is impressive and airy
a wider sound stage and a better overall sound
very thorough and informative
widest and most realistic around
and the powerfully present treble boost comes out without sounding sharp
it performs better in the mid-range
with great volume control
V-shaped sound quality and remarkably strong bass
deliver transparency
space
good bass
and powerful sound
Comfortable designBeyerdynamic is known for making very comfortable headphones
their detailed resolution and transparent sound
They are good for a wide range of desk setups in the studio
provides spaciousness and a detailed tonal depth
They are excellent neutral listing headphones

The cable
which lacks an inline remote
lack sub-bass like the Sennheiser do
don't have a microphone
controls
or companion software
they might sound a bit sharp for some and are a bit tight on the head
their open-back design is not ideal for everyday casual use
No cherry-picked units sent by brands
clamping force a little weak
sound leakage can be an issue at higher volumes
the headphones do not comprise a built-in microphone
it is not too overpowering
minor sound leakage with these headphones at normal volumes
finally salvaged the headphone sound
the high impedance leaves you a bit limited on where
The cable isn t removable which is a huge bummer
headset doesn t render it so loud that it becomes hard to hear vocals
leaves minimal gaps around glasses frames
It also lacks deep bass reproduction
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deaf-mutes Click to expand
nasty bass distortion and worse warbling sound per above
also eliminates cable management issues and cord entanglements
it only takes a few days to master all the functions
The higher frequencies sometimes sounded like a whistle
the sound can be a little confusing
are circumaural in shape and offer soft felt ear pads
high-end spikes up as much as 9 dB
the really soft pads and the soft headband
Open headphones are not suitable for recording
the headphones might get damaged in shipping
outside noise is hardly damped
sagging spiral cable could interfere at most
slight creaking of the double bass strings
distortion
clinking
or screeching in the middle area
The clamping force is not too weak
but are a bit turned off by the highs
They are a bit too in your face after long listening sessions
The highs are so bright that they can become harsh at times
bulky power adapter
2014 - Infinity Home Studio Basics
it seems too heavy
they are not built for portability
They are bulky
and you cannot fold them into a compact format
they are not as comfortable
bassline will rumble deeply with a high level of richness

Beyerdynamic DT990 - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Driver size	45 mm Best: Hauppauge XFones Driver size: 400 mm
Impedance	250 Ω Best: Stax SR-L500 Impedance: 145000 Ω
Weight	290 g Best: Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002 Weight: 0.11 g

Beyerdynamic - Video Reviews (5)

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Beyerdynamic DT990 - Full Specifications

Sound output	Stereo
Style	Over-Ear
Connectivity technology	Wired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)	no

Weight	10.23 oz

Inputs supported	3.5mm 6.35mm
Cable length	3
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter included	yes
Type of connector	3.5mm
USB	no

Battery operated	no

Colour of product	Black,Silver Grey
Acoustic design	Open
Attachment type	Headband
Body material	Plastic
Foldable	no
Water resistant	no
Noise isolating	no
Connector contacts plating	Gold

Channels	2
Impedance	250.0 Ω
Sensitivity	< 96
Frequency range	5 - 35000
Driver size	1.77 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)	0.2 %
Maximum input power	100.0 mW

Noise-canceling	no
Built-in heart rate monitor	no
Calorie counter	no
NFC	no
Vibration	no
Carrying case	yes

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Beyerdynamic DT990 Beyerdynamic - Editorial Reviews (5)

4.1

Based on 5 reviews

whathifi

Published: 20.08.2014

Home review

The ‘Premium’ version brings improvements to the original model, delivering across the board with good sound, comfort and build

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MusicRadar

Published: 02.03.2022

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO review

Made for mixing, should this open-back studio stalwart be on your list?

RTINGS.com

Published: 24.06.2016

Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO Review

4.1

The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO are sturdy critical listening headphones. They deliver an excellent audio reproduction but their open-back design is not ideal for ev...

SoundGuys

Published: 08.03.2022

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The Beyerdynamic DT 900 PRO is a stellar headset for the price, and while it's over a decade old, it remains a star.

Beyerdynamic DT990 Beyerdynamic DT 990 (32 Ohm) Review

PCMAG

Published: 28.04.2015

Beyerdynamic DT 990 (32 Ohm) Review

4.0

The Beyerdynamic DT 990 (32 Ohm) is a headphone pair for music lovers looking for an accurate, crisp sound signature that delivers deep bass without exaggerating it.