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Beyerdynamic DT990 vs Sennheiser HD 650

Beyerdynamic DT990 Headphones
Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 650
Available colors
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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18
4.5 out of 5
7 user ratings
5 stars
71 %
4 stars
28 %
3 stars
0 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
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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 %
76
3.6 out of 5
76 user ratings
5 stars
25 %
4 stars
27 %
3 stars
32 %
2 stars
13 %
1 stars
1 %

Full Comparison

Technical details

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Sound outputStereoStereo
StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

Design

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Colour of product
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
  • Black,Grey
  • Grey
Acoustic designOpenOpen
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
Foldablenono
Connector contacts platingGoldGold

Dimensions

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Weight10.23 oz9.17 oz

Sound

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Channels22
Impedance250.0 Ω300.0 Ω
Frequency range5 - 3500010 - 39500
Driver size1.77 in1.97 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.2 %0.05 %

Connectivity

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
6.35mm
Cable length33
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesyes
Type of connector3.5mm
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.3mm
USBnono

Features

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Noise-cancelingnono

Power

Beyerdynamic DT990Beyerdynamic DT990
Sennheiser HD 650Sennheiser HD 650
Battery operatednono

Pros & Cons

Pros
      Cons

          Beyerdynamic DT990 vs Sennheiser HD 650 - User Opinions

          • magan
            over 1 year ago
            The Sennheiser HD 650 and the Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO are both very good open-back headphones for neutral listening. While the Beyerdynamic get more bass, they also sound a bit sharp and piercing. The Sennheiser have a smoother sound with less sharpness in the treble but lack bass.
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