While some headphones can feel a little unstable when parked over your ears there are no such problems with the 440s.
They park snugly in place, though the firmness of the ear pads could be a little off-putting for some.
Sonically, the Beyerdynamics conjure up a surprisingly spacious and open sound.
They uncover detail well, and are strong at extracting treble nuances. But music doesn't flow as freely and fluidly – nor as dynamically – as it does with the best rivals
Beyerdynamic DT440 review
These close fitting cans offer a detailed and spacious sound, but music doesn't flow freely through them Tested at £125.00
Our Verdict
These close fitting cans offer a wide, spacious sound, but music just doesn't flow freely through them
For
- Spacious and open sound
- good detailing
Against
- Music doesn't flow freely
- very tight fit
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