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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro Open-Back Studio Reference Headphones Demo

Open-Back Circumaural Headphones with 45mm Drivers, 2 Sets of Earpads, Detachable Cable, and Carry Case
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The Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro is Ideal for Editing, Mixing, and Mastering

With an open-back design plus Beyerdynamic's innovative Tesla drivers, the DT 1990 Pro headphones are ideal for listening, mixing, and even mastering. Engineers at Sweetwater know that every component of your headphones makes a sonic impact, and that's why we're pleased to see the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro headphones come with two sets of earpads with different sonic characteristics (analytical and balanced).

Two cables (coiled and straight) and a premium hard case are also included. Beyerdynamic headphones are known worldwide for delivering outstanding sound quality and professional reliability. For reference-quality sound in a pair of rugged headphones, it's hard to beat the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro open-back studio headphones.

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Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro Open-back Headphones Features:

  • Open-back studio headphones for editing, mixing, and mastering
  • 45mm Tesla neodymium drivers deliver powerful lows, detailed mids, and smooth highs
  • Includes two sets of earpads with different sonic characteristics (analytical and balanced)
  • Includes straight and coiled cables and a hard case

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Wired
  • Open/Closed: Open
  • Fit Style: Circumaural
  • Driver Size: 45mm Tesla Neodymium
  • Frequency Response: 5Hz-40kHz
  • Impedance: 250 ohms
  • Connectivity: 1/8", 1/4" adapter
  • Cable Type: Coiled, Straight
  • Cable Length: 9.8 ft. (straight), 16.4 ft. coiled
  • Detachable Cable: Yes
  • Color: Black
  • Material: Velour Earpads
  • Case/Bag: Hard Case
  • Weight: .81 lbs
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 710490

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beyerdynamic dt 1990 pro review.

premium build. doesn't weigh a lot, despite its metallic construction. secure clamp force but not too tight. using balanced pads only. (it comes with two. the second are analytical pads for a more neutral sound.) the dt 1990 is comfy and good for long listening.

sound is detailed on all fronts. it has punchy bass for an open back and i really like that. mids are recessed a little (compared to something more mid-range forward like the drop sennheiser 6xx)—but vocals are rich. there's clarity and the tone in this headphone outshines anything i've heard so far.

i've used the dt 1990 pro on a headphone amp with vinyl, cd, and lossless streaming via tidal and the high treble people mention in reviews isn't a concern. i didn't connect it to an external DAC (yet), so the 1990's treble is fine. it can always be EQed later or paired with a tube amp if desired since it's a 250 ohm headphone. i like it in its stock form.

as an open back, music has a good balance of space. the soundstage isn't too close or wide. imaging is spot on.

the headphones are bulky, they don't fold, and the cups don't swivel wide, so they're ideal for home/studio use. not good to take on the go. at higher volumes, they leak sound like crazy due to the open design. i've used them in the office at lower volumes and the headphones can be played through the phone, ipod, laptop through a headphone jack—but they're best paired with an amp to get them to really sing.

i replaced the stock straight cable with a short third party one from amazon for something with more flexibility. the only thing i don't like is the exposed wired from the headband to the earcups, which i read has been a beyerdynamic staple from early on.

conclusion: fun, detailed, and musical. the best set i've listened to and perfect for causal and critical listening. to top performance at this level, i assume you'd have to go higher than $, but in the $ to $ range, this is straight up king.
by seiken1 on

The new Beyerdynamic King

I have a small collection of high headphones and this is one of my favorites. With the disappointing changes that Beyerdynamic did to the T1 3rd generation, these cans are the best from Beyer. Do not hesitate buying them, just make sure you connect them to a decent amp/dac. They are very easy to power them. I have them plugged in to my Macbook pro and an Audioquest Dragonfly Cobalt (blue). Sweetwater customer service was outstanding by the way.
by Pablo from NC on

Great for the price,

This was totally worth the wait. If you need something good, not too expensive and great sounding. Came perfect in the box and everything feels like $500

But I think these are Semi-Open.

P.S. It took me a while to adapt to these headphones. My ears were not used to the clarity and separation. I was using other headphones(Sony) and compared the sound of the two. I cant believe I wasn't using the DT1990 before.
by daniel noriega from Encino, CA on
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DT 1990

Very nice set of headphones. A little bright, but oh so detailed! Sounds great on a tube amp, adds a little warmth to the sound.
Low end is tight not too heavy, just right!
I'm very happy with the 1990's, good clean detailed sound!
by Ken J. from Georgia on

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro Open-Back Headphones

Very nice sound. Very good detail in the sound.Very comfortable for long listening sessions.
by Ron on
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