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Beyerdynamic DT990 Headphones
Beyerdynamic DT990
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Philips Fidelio X2 Headphones
Philips Fidelio X2
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Philips X2 Headphones
Philips X2
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Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 599
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Editiorial reviews
5
5 editorial reviews
The ‘Premium’ version brings improvements to the original model, delivering across the board with good sound, comfort and buildRead more
Made for mixing, should this open-back studio stalwart be on your list?Read more
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...Read more
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5
4.7 out of 5
3 user ratings
5 stars
66 %
4 stars
33 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
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4
4 editorial reviews
If you're looking for unrivalled comfort, an eye-pleasing design and impressive sound quality, the X2s deliver in spades...Read more
Brilliant headphones for a brilliant priceRead more
Philips Fidelio X2: A Review By Headfonia - The Headphone Enthusiast's WebsiteRead 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
67
3.7 out of 5
67 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
29 %
3 stars
34 %
2 stars
4 %
1 stars
4 %
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4.1 out of 5
49 user ratings
5 stars
38 %
4 stars
34 %
3 stars
22 %
2 stars
4 %
1 stars
0 %
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4.0 out of 5
43 user ratings
5 stars
34 %
4 stars
30 %
3 stars
32 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
0 %
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3.9 out of 5
72 user ratings
5 stars
43 %
4 stars
22 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
5 %
1 stars
4 %

Technical details

Sound outputStereoStereo
N/A
Stereo
StyleOver-EarOver-EarOn-EarOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
N/A
WiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono
N/A
no
Magnet material
N/A
NeodymiumNeodymium
N/A
Diaphragm material
N/A
Liquid Crystal Polymer
N/A
N/A

Design

Colour of product
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
BlackBlackBrown,Ivory
Acoustic designOpenOpenOpenOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
N/A
Headband
Body materialPlastic
  • Leather
  • Memory foam
N/A
N/A
Foldableno
N/A
no
N/A
Water resistantno
N/A
no
N/A
Noise isolatingno
N/A
yes
N/A
Connector contacts platingGold
N/A
N/A
N/A
Category
N/A
Audiophile
N/A
N/A

Dimensions

Weight10.23 oz13.4 oz13.4 oz8.82 oz
Width
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N/A
7.48 in
N/A
Depth
N/A
N/A
4.33 in
N/A
Height
N/A
N/A
9.06 in
N/A

Sound

Channels2
N/A
N/A
N/A
Impedance250.0 Ω30.0 Ω30.0 Ω50.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 96100.0 dB
N/A
N/A
Frequency range5 - 350005 - 40000
N/A
12 - 38500
Driver size1.77 in1.97 in1.97 in1.5 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.2 %0.1 %0.1 %0.1 %
Maximum input power100.0 mW
N/A
500.0 mW
N/A
Diaphragm diameter
N/A
2.0 in
N/A
N/A
Driver technology
N/A
Dynamic
N/A
Dynamic

Connectivity

Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
N/A
N/A
Cable length33.031.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyesyesyes
Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm
N/A
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.3mm
USBnono
N/A
no
Detachable cable
N/A
yes
N/A
yes
Multi Point connection
N/A
N/A
no
N/A

Power

Battery operatednononono
Power handling capacity
N/A
500.0 mW
N/A
N/A
Charging via USB
N/A
N/A
no
N/A

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