The big metal vents give off an air of stylish industrial dependability, although the cushioning feels a little cheap to the touch.
The open-back Beyerdynamics DT990s serve up much detail and boast a driving bass, but the treble is hard and, while the mid-range is capable, it's not great.
Put brutally, you can do better for your money.
Beyerdynamic DT990 review
With big metal vents on the earpieces, the DT990s give off an air of stylish industrial dependability, although the comfortable cushioning material fe Tested at £231
Our Verdict
Serve up plenty of detail but you can do better for the money.
For
- Comfortable, stylish, good levels of detail, weighty sound
Against
- Harsh treble, cheap feel
Specifications
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General Information
| Manufacturer Website Address | http://www.beyerdynamic.de/international/ |
| Brand Name | Beyerdynamic |
| Product Type | Headphone |
| Manufacturer | Beyerdynamic |
| Manufacturer Part Number | DT990E |
| Product Name | Beyerdynamic DT990 |
| Product Model | DT 990 |
Technical Information
| Sound Mode | Stereo |
| Minimum Frequency Response | 5 Hz |
| Connector Plating | Gold Plated |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Impedance | 250 Ohm |
| Cable Length | 3 m |
| Maximum Frequency Response | 35 kHz |
Miscellaneous
| Package Contents |
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Earpiece
| Earpiece Design | Over-the-head |
| Earpiece Type | Binaural |
Physical Characteristics
| Form Factor | Ear-cup |
| Weight Approximate | 290 g |
Interfaces-Ports
| Host Interface | Mini-phone |