Beyerdynamic DT990 PRO Open Dynamic Studio 250 Ohm Headphones

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The dynamic DT 990 Pro, designed for the use in studios, has excellent stereo reproduction and a pleasant sound.

My other impression was that I don't hear any more stereo space in these headphones than in DT770, which is ridiculous as 770 are closed and 990 are open. Andertons Music Company acts as a credit broker and not a lender and only offers credit products from Secure Trust Bank PLC trading as V12 Retail Finance. After listening to more than 100 Trance and Techno tracks I had the feeling that some of them were made or at least tested with DT990 because they were sounding good while others (even those from famous producers) were flat, lifeless and sounded like coming from a tiny box. The headphones with a circumaural design comprise a flexible headband with soft padding and mushy ear pads for a comfort-filled listening experience.In summary, the performance of the DT-990 Pro 250 ohm headphones are well balanced, if a bit bright and slightly scooped in the mid-range. The higher the resistance, the harder it is to get an acceptable volume, and virtually all modern sources (computers, phones, etc. beyerdynamic's most popular products traditionally include headphones and microphones for both live and studio use, and the company also has a strong presence in the consumer and conference technology sectors as well as in the field of installation microphones, interpreter consoles, and tour guide systems.

Individual Headphone Calibration:To get a better performing headphone profile it's well worth considering getting a set of headphones direct from Sonarworks, which include an individual calibration profile. As a result, the DT 990 Pro is a recommended tool for all technicians, musicians and producers who work in the studio every day and want to enjoy some well-deserved knocking-off time without unpleasant pressure marks. The 990's sound-stage is improved over the 558's and by my estimation positioning in is also a bit better. If you purchased your beyerdynamic product less than two years ago, you still have your purchase receipt, and you have not violated the terms and conditions of your warranty through improper use: Service and repair fees are covered by your warranty. The cables to the drivers also cause of concern as they are free between headband and ear cups, and vulnerable to getting caught and damaged.As this is a higher-impedance set of headphones at 250Ω, if you find that you can’t get a good volume with just your computer, you may need an amplifier. This was particularly noticeable when listening to several tracks on Muse’s 2006 Black Holes And Revelations album, which I feel was mastered on the absolute limit of top-end sparkle. As with other headphone models in the Beyerdynamic DT Series, the DT-990 comes with a fully replaceable part system so you can service your investment for years down the line.