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# 250Ω impedance for studio-grade power Limited Edition all-black sleek design Handcrafted German engineering beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 250 ohm - Limited Edition (Black, Straight Cable)

**Brand:** beyerdynamic
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## Summary

> 🖤 Elevate your sound game with the iconic DT 990 PRO — where power meets precision in every beat.

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## Key Features

- • **Endurance Comfort:** Plush velour ear pads and ergonomic headband ensure fatigue-free listening during marathon studio sessions or immersive gaming.
- • **Versatile Pro-Use:** Ideal for professional mixing, gaming, and audiophile listening—stand out with headphones that blend heritage with modern precision.
- • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Built in Germany with premium materials and serviceable parts for durability that outlasts trends and tech cycles.
- • **Precision Audio Clarity:** Open-back design delivers an expansive soundstage with crystal-clear highs and detailed spatial imaging for flawless mix decisions.
- • **Power-Driven Performance:** 250-ohm impedance demands a quality amp, unlocking deep bass, silky highs, and distortion-free sound fidelity.

## Overview

The beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 250 ohm Limited Edition headphones feature an open-back design for a wide, natural soundstage and detailed audio clarity. Crafted in Germany with premium materials, they offer plush velour ear pads and a comfortable headband for extended use. With a 250Ω impedance, these wired headphones require an amplifier to deliver distortion-free, high-fidelity sound ideal for professional studio mixing, gaming, and audiophile listening. Their limited edition all-black aesthetic combines timeless craftsmanship with modern performance.

## Description

desertcart.com: beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 250 ohm - Limited Edition (Black, Straight Cable) : Musical Instruments

Review: Fantastic headphones - My qualifications: good ears. I am NOT an electrical engineer, audio engineer, expert or wealthy audiophile. I AM an experienced audio technician and someone who enjoys quality sound design in media. I've personally owned AKG K240 open backs, and Audio-Technica ATH-M50/M30/M20 closed backs. I've also used many other headphones from Sony, DT, AT, AKG, Sennheiser etc over the years, and sold them in my capacity working for a dealer. These DT 990s are all around great cans. I have the 250 ohm and I'm driving them with a Focusrite 18i20 interface. If you order the 250 ohm, you will want a headphone amp to drive them. Doesn't have to be crazy expensive unless you want it to be - $30 or 40 from any reputable brand. Pros: + Plush velour pads, high build quality, comfy headband for my big skull, good looking + A high end that can be described only as "silky", and a very tight, springy low end + Extremely detailed and spacious sounding due to open back design and quality of drivers + Non-fatiguing midrange + The frequency response feels, to my ears, somewhat less analytical and more musical than the M50s + At this price point we're firmly into "not cheap" territory, and these outperform more expensive cans Cons: - No detachable cable: if it breaks you need to disassemble it to repair the cans - Headband could actually be a little bigger for my big skull They are open back headphones so sound leaks freely in and out. I would not use these INSTEAD OF closed back headphones; I would choose based on the situation - am I tracking, listening casually, mixing, on the bus, etc. If you have a box unit AC running in your window you will hear it through these. You will not hear it very much through M50s. I have used the DT 770s and intended to buy them, but the 990s were on sale for $10 more so here we are. It's been a while since I used the 770s so I can't offer an A/B comparison but these are my favorite headphones I've ever used, so consider that my endorsement.
Review: A great all-rounder....but bring an Amp. - EDIT: After a comment by another user I looked at my review and found that perhaps there were some points of seeming ambiguity that I had not intended. So, I made a second pass to clear up my stance on a few things. While I do not consider myself an audiophile I do like a good pair of headphones. The DT990 250ohm is a very nice set. I currently own Senns. HD558's, AT-M50's, AKG Q701's, and the DT990 Pros'. I also own an Objective 2 Amp. As an aside If you want/need an affordable headphone amp I highly recommend the O2 and JDS is an excellent supplier. The price at JDS has also dropped a bit over time and at present it's a steal at about $130. I can't recommend it highly enough. I have never tried it, though I plan to, but the Magni 2 by Schiit by all accounts is another very solid budget performer. NOTICE: I have a particular character flaw. If I go to spend more than $100 on a luxury item I obsess over it for an unnatural amount of time. I read every review at every site twice. I dwell on it for weeks on end. Then I try one out, return it and try something else. It's borderline to being a named disease. The point is I only write a review if I think that what I landed on is a great value or if I am disappointed in all of the effort and thought that went into the purchase. That, in a nutshell, is what I look for. Best bang for buck not just bragging rights. I think that the difference between $40 cans and $150 cans is HUGE but the difference between $150 cans and $650 is deep into the territory of diminishing returns. I have listened to some expensive setups and my impression was...yeah well MAYBE it sounds a little bit better but not THAT much better. certainly not twice as good. Not even close. It's more like a 5% - 10% gain for a 300% price increase. This is the perspective that this review is based on. Each headphone has its own strengths and weaknesses and serves different purposes. I did tons of research before purchasing each one and I bought each one to fill a different niche. In some cases I tried out a few sets that I returned before landing on the ones that I have now. Each headphone that I currently own I am very satisfied with. However, I have never heard of the one headphone to rule them all. That would need to have perfect freq. response, incredible sound-stage and detail, isolation, super comfy and breathable, perfect for travel, and able to be driven by even wimpy sources . It does not exist man. Not at any price. I am more into having situational variety and the best bang for buck. I think each of these sets are solid choices at their price point for a particular set of needs. I can wholeheartedly recommended each one for their respective niche. Similarly, I own a gas grill, a charcoal grill and a smoker. None of them does everything perfectly but each accomplishes a specific task exceptionally well. Get it? Cool. So, where do the DT990's fit in? Power Requirements: It is worth noting that the 990's listed here are 250 ohms but there are other flavors. 250 ohms all but mandates an amp. To my knowledge the Limited Edition all black ones are only available in 250 ohms. There are variants to the 990 that come as low as 32 ohm and as high as 600 ohm. If you go for the 32 ohm an amp should not be a necessity. Construction: Very solid with a minor quibble. As near as I can tell there is one solid piece of spring steel for the headband that attaches to both ear-cups. The ear-cups are plastic but of the thick and sturdy variety. The cover on the headband is nice and squishy and has button snaps. So, it looks easy to replace if damaged. All the materials seem to be of great quality for a set at this price. Ear-pads are velour which is by far my very favorite option for ear-pads. Also, the DT990 are a very long lived and well loved set. The mfg. claims that nearly all parts are easily obtained and replaceable. Even though the upfront cost is more than some other options you can sleep well knowing that your set should last you many years to come. My one reservation is that it is not clear to me if the cord is replaceable. It has a standard strain relief. I have not searched or asked the mfg. about it. If it is indeed not replaceable, this might be cause for concern. Comfort: Nice. I have a close shaved haircut but I barely notice the headband. Open sets with velour ear-pads breath and rarely get hot and sweaty. I have a smaller head than some humans. The clamping force is maybe one concern. For me it's just fine. If you have a large meaty head it is possible the clamp may be a bit much. The good news is that the spring-steel is fairly yielding and should be in no danger of losing shape over time. Sound-stage: It is a very open sounding set. It's not on par with say AKG Q701's or the legendary AD700's but the DT990's offer a very respectable sound-stage of their own. Separation and positioning are very good. This makes the 990 a nice option for gaming just not the "best" option for competitive "sound whoring". (Pardon the phrase, I did not invent it) Sonic Profile: This is a matter of taste of course but I am going to list it as a big plus for me. The DT990 has a sort of V shaped sound profile. There is some emphasis on both lows (bass) and highs (treble) with slightly recessed mids. This set makes no excuses for not being a neutral set but it pulls off an interesting feat. Open sets usually have weaker bass. So, the 990's crank it up a notch. The result is an open can with some punch. It also has great clarity of high frequencies thanks to the 990's slight emphasis on treble and open back. If all you want are X-Ray ears for online shooters you are better served with Q701's or the famous AD-700's. Compared to those options the DT990's represent a trade off of slightly less clarity and sound stage for a MUCH more satisfying bass response. Recommended for: Solo listening: Open design offers no real isolation but when alone I will take the sound-stage of an open set any day of the week. Non-competitive gaming: Sonic profile is a lot of "fun" and sound-stage is great with Dolby or CMSS. If competitive gaming is ALL you want maybe get the AD700's instead. Bassy music tracks: Rap/Hip-Hop, DnB, Dubstep...etc. The "fun" sound of these cans offer a really great mix of traits for an open set. The 990's may not be neutral but when paired with material to match its strengths the rewards are great. Not Recommended for: Privacy: You may bothers others in the room because of leaking sounds. Travel: See above. Just forget about work or airplanes. They do not fold up or lay flat on the chest when taken around the neck like "DJ" headphones. Plus they all but require an amp with decent power. This is a set for at home. Movies/TV: Again, this is an open set geared for "fun". If you want neutral/accurate reproduction this is maybe not the best set. A WORD ABOUT GAMING HEADPHONES I love to game. At least in part, my choices in headphones came by way of the massive review guide by a user called Mad Lust Envy over at Head-Fi. As far as a resource for headphone reviews revolving around gaming his sticky thread over at Head-Fi should be listed as a National Treasure. I would be remiss not give him a shoutout. If you are interested in gaming headphones and have not heard of the Mad Lust Envy Thread over at Head-Fi I strongly recommend a visit. Just be careful. The motto over there is something like "Welcome to Head-Fi! Sorry about your wallet." If you want to make a headset out of your headphones you could do a lot worse than the Antlion Mod-Mic. It has a magnetic mount. You can put magnetic mounts on more than one headphone allowing a lot of flexibility. It also works better than most dedicated headset mics. There is also a good cheaper option form Zalman. *Comparisons may be useful to those who are considering one of the other sets that I own. So, here it goes...* COMPARISONS: DT990 vs. AT-M50: The M50's are a DJ Headphone that can be taken down around the neck and the cups will lay flat on your chest. M50's are closed back, do not leak much sound, they are easy to drive. The Bass is controlled and deep but not too muddy or overly intrusive. True Bass Heads that really just want their teeth to rattle may not be satisfied but I find them to be a real joy for Drum n' Bass, Dub Step or Rap/Hip Hop Tracks. That being said it is a closed back headphone and while the sound stage is not bad for a closed back, it is also not ideal for nit picking finer details in competitive games. Take all of these traits as a whole and what you have is my go-to cans for travel or when I don't want to bother others in the room with what I am listening to. The 990's being open and power hungry (more on this later) are no good as portable cans. Where they impress is the fact that they have almost as much of a "fun" bass response as the M-50's. In open cans this is not typical. Being open and able to dig deep in bass is one of the traits that makes non-competitive gaming with 990's just awesome. They have great bass response in an open design with better sound stage and detail retrieval. If I am alone at home I reach for the 990''s over the M50's. On the road or with the wife in the room it's the exact opposite. DT990 vs. Q701: Q701's are renowned for having a very wide open sound stage and high degree of clarity in the mids and highs. They are equally known for lacking in the bass department. Bass Heads need not apply. They are great for "detail whoring" in competitive online games or listening to fine details in less bass heavy music. X-Ray ears. The sound stage is truly a standout in this set but again many will left wanting for more bass. Also, a very comfy and well crafted set. The DT990 stacks up quite well against the strong points of the Q701. They are very open though not quite on the same level of the sound stage of the Q701. Though it does put up an admirably large sound stage of its own. Both sets are comfort kings. The 990's may have less detail and sound-stage but the bass is much better. DT990 vs. HD558: The 558's are comfy and open and have nice velour pads. They are more like semi-open. They have a good soundstage. The clarity across the spectrum is good with clear mids and highs and nice punchy bass that can get satisfyingly deep but not overly boomy. This is the most neutral of my sets. They are also a low impedance can that is easy to drive and at about $150 they are a very easy set to recommend. I hope you are picking up that I really like the HD558's because for the price (IMHO) they are a solid all-rounder that won't break the bank. This is my go to set for movies and TV. The 990's sound-stage is improved over the 558's and by my estimation positioning in is also a bit better. As noted the Freq. response is more V-shaped in the 990's. The 558's are more neutral and the 990's are more "fun". So, the bass digs a bit deeper and the highs are a bit more detailed though the mids are slightly recessed. The 558's and 990's don't come different worlds the way that the M50's and Q701's do. Detail retrieval is very good. The 990's are a 250 ohm headphone and some sort of amp is pretty much mandatory. Depending on the source you may be able to drive them to a listenable level but a power starved driver will not respond the way it is meant to and the results will be underwhelming. The same is true of the Q701's. Also, the materials and craftsmanship of the DT990 are noticeably more solid than the 558's. I'm not saying the 558's feel cheap, they do not, but the 990's are clearly built to last. In closing: Take all of this with a grain of salt. This is all very subjective and your mileage may vary. You might try something and not feel the same way about it. There is no accounting for taste. I hope that at least someone out there was helped by this review. If you have any specific questions about one of these headphones I would be happy to share my thoughts if you care to hear them. Happy listening, -Heretic

## Features

- Wide Open Sound: Open-back studio headphones for critical listening and professional editing deliver astoundingly precise audio clarity with a wide, natural soundstage, highly detailed spatial imaging, and brilliant high frequencies, making subtle mix imperfections, noise, clipping, and digital artifacts clearly audible while still allowing awareness of room sound for accurate, real-world mix decisions. Limited Edition, all black design.
- Ultimate comfort for extended sessions: Experience luxurious listening pleasure with these open-back studio headphones featuring soft, circumaural, and replaceable ear pads; designed for prolonged use without fatigue, they offer a snug yet relaxed fit that lets you focus on your craft without distraction, providing reliability and comfort for audiophile headphones enthusiasts and professionals alike, ensuring you're prepared for those intensive studio marathons.
- Unmatched power handling for studio excellence: 250-ohm impedance for high-powered studio outputs delivers superior sound fidelity, depth, and control with highly detailed, spatial sound reproduction, acting as a true sonic magnifier that reveals nuances other headphones conceal, enabling confident, distortion-free mix decisions that translate accurately across systems.
- Handcrafted in Germany: Traditional craftsmanship with modern excellence: Designed and built by a trusted legacy brand excelling for more than 100 years. These beyerdynamic headphones embody a perfect blend of innovation, heritage, and reliability; experience superior durability and quality that audiophile headphone enthusiasts trust for professional studio applications where high-fidelity sound, timeless engineering, and consistency are key.
- Over-ear, open-back, wired headphones with circumaural (around-ear) design, firm yet comfortable professional headband pressure, lightweight 0.55 lb (250 g) construction (without cable), extended 5–35,000 Hz frequency response, 96 dB nominal SPL, and a 3 m straight cable with 250 Ω spec for studio and professional audio setups. All parts are serviceable for ultimate longevity, sustainability, and reliability.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B010IJ9W1U |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #3,965 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #27 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors |
| Cable Feature | Straight |
| Carrying Case Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Universal |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Push Button |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (3,276) |
| Date First Available | July 28, 2015 |
| Earpiece Shape | Circumaural (Round) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 04010118713361 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Black Drawstring Bag, Jack Adapter 1/8" to 1/4", T 990 PRO BLACK EDITION |
| Input Device Interface | Audio jack |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 12.3 ounces |
| Item model number | 718033 |
| Manufacturer | beyerdynamic |
| Material | Plastic, Steel, Velour |
| Model Name | DT 990 PRO |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 21 x 15.5 x 10.5 inches |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Music |
| Series Number | 990 |
| Set Name | All Black - Limited Edition |
| Special Feature | Lightweight, Tangle Free Cord |
| Specific Uses For Product | Entertainment, Gaming, Professional |
| Style | Over Ear |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| UPC | 768421126739 |
| Units | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wired |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** beyerdynamic
- **Color:** black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 250 Ohms

## Images

![beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO 250 ohm - Limited Edition (Black, Straight Cable) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71R-wfx7w8L.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are these better than beats are they more comftorable and do they have better sound quality, also does it have a mic**
A: To further comment on RVDIII's review... Beyerdynamic is a top tier world class company that has been in the business of manufacturing headphones, mics and amplifiers since about 1940.  With the emphasis on Headphones. The headphones of various models are tried and tested and have been used in studios both large and small, commercial and private from them till now.  I currently own the 770 Pro 250 ohm and the 990 Pro 250 ohm now for reference mixing in my personal studio.  A lot of people ask about the "ohm" rating/#.  Hope this helps: If you work with headphone amps in your setup, or any professional +4 higher output gear, then get the 250 ohm, as they provide MORE resistance to those (amplified/higher volume) signals so you don't accidentally destroy your ears when connecting.  The lower rated ohm headphones in all models are best suited for -10 lower output connections. They provide LESS resistance to the signal when it passes through and therefore the volume is ultimately louder do to it not "resisting" or "restricting" the signal which is what you ultimately need for low output gear/devices that are not amplified.  Both high and low ohm models can be used in either situation, you will just have to be careful w pro gear or headphone amps with the 80 ohm, and may not like that your audio doesn't get loud enough on the 250 ohm models without a headphone amp in the signal chain.  Cheers to you all!

**Q: I see alot of reviews saying these headphones fatigue fairly quickly. I saw simuliar views on the grados and after an hour they began to really hurt?**
A: This is a common complaint, but let me clear things up a bit.  Treble can sound fatiguing for two reasons: 1. energy storage in the treble, 2. loud treble.  Energy storage is very bad, think of when you ring a bell.  After the initial strike the bell continues ringing for several seconds.  You don't want your headphones to do this, because not only will you get loud fatiguing treble, all the notes will blend together.  An eq will not fix this.  The second reason is having clean treble that's just louder than the rest of the spectrum.  Grados are fatiguing for the first reason, DT990s for the second.  The DT990 actually have very fast treble (no ringing), there's just a good 4-6dB bump from roughly 4 or 5khz up to about 8 or 9khz.  If you tune that down with an EQ they sound great.  Honestly I don't even use an EQ anymore, but if it bothers you and you have an eq, it's easy to fix.

**Q: How do these compare to the  Sennheiser HD 598 Headphones?**
A: I own both sets.  The Sennheiser HD 598 and their predecessors HD 595 (see my review) are extremely SMOOTH, headphones you can fall asleep to.  The Beyerdynamic DT 990-Pro 250 ohm are ANALYTICAL headphones.  You will not fall asleep with these as they demand your full attention.  Different purpose I would say.

**Q: since there are the vents on the side, does the sound leak? can others hear it?**
A: Yes, they are open air design, so everyone will probably hear what you're hearing if they're in the same room.   Because of this, I have not taken mine to work.   If you listen quietly you can't hear the sound leaking, but at the level I like to listen (mildly loud) people can easily tell what you're listening to.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fantastic headphones
*by Z***K on August 3, 2022*

My qualifications: good ears. I am NOT an electrical engineer, audio engineer, expert or wealthy audiophile. I AM an experienced audio technician and someone who enjoys quality sound design in media. I've personally owned AKG K240 open backs, and Audio-Technica ATH-M50/M30/M20 closed backs. I've also used many other headphones from Sony, DT, AT, AKG, Sennheiser etc over the years, and sold them in my capacity working for a dealer. These DT 990s are all around great cans. I have the 250 ohm and I'm driving them with a Focusrite 18i20 interface. If you order the 250 ohm, you will want a headphone amp to drive them. Doesn't have to be crazy expensive unless you want it to be - $30 or 40 from any reputable brand. Pros: + Plush velour pads, high build quality, comfy headband for my big skull, good looking + A high end that can be described only as "silky", and a very tight, springy low end + Extremely detailed and spacious sounding due to open back design and quality of drivers + Non-fatiguing midrange + The frequency response feels, to my ears, somewhat less analytical and more musical than the M50s + At this price point we're firmly into "not cheap" territory, and these outperform more expensive cans Cons: - No detachable cable: if it breaks you need to disassemble it to repair the cans - Headband could actually be a little bigger for my big skull They are open back headphones so sound leaks freely in and out. I would not use these INSTEAD OF closed back headphones; I would choose based on the situation - am I tracking, listening casually, mixing, on the bus, etc. If you have a box unit AC running in your window you will hear it through these. You will not hear it very much through M50s. I have used the DT 770s and intended to buy them, but the 990s were on sale for $10 more so here we are. It's been a while since I used the 770s so I can't offer an A/B comparison but these are my favorite headphones I've ever used, so consider that my endorsement.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great all-rounder....but bring an Amp.
*by H***7 on January 7, 2016*

EDIT: After a comment by another user I looked at my review and found that perhaps there were some points of seeming ambiguity that I had not intended. So, I made a second pass to clear up my stance on a few things. While I do not consider myself an audiophile I do like a good pair of headphones. The DT990 250ohm is a very nice set. I currently own Senns. HD558's, AT-M50's, AKG Q701's, and the DT990 Pros'. I also own an Objective 2 Amp. As an aside If you want/need an affordable headphone amp I highly recommend the O2 and JDS is an excellent supplier. The price at JDS has also dropped a bit over time and at present it's a steal at about $130. I can't recommend it highly enough. I have never tried it, though I plan to, but the Magni 2 by Schiit by all accounts is another very solid budget performer. NOTICE: I have a particular character flaw. If I go to spend more than $100 on a luxury item I obsess over it for an unnatural amount of time. I read every review at every site twice. I dwell on it for weeks on end. Then I try one out, return it and try something else. It's borderline to being a named disease. The point is I only write a review if I think that what I landed on is a great value or if I am disappointed in all of the effort and thought that went into the purchase. That, in a nutshell, is what I look for. Best bang for buck not just bragging rights. I think that the difference between $40 cans and $150 cans is HUGE but the difference between $150 cans and $650 is deep into the territory of diminishing returns. I have listened to some expensive setups and my impression was...yeah well MAYBE it sounds a little bit better but not THAT much better. certainly not twice as good. Not even close. It's more like a 5% - 10% gain for a 300% price increase. This is the perspective that this review is based on. Each headphone has its own strengths and weaknesses and serves different purposes. I did tons of research before purchasing each one and I bought each one to fill a different niche. In some cases I tried out a few sets that I returned before landing on the ones that I have now. Each headphone that I currently own I am very satisfied with. However, I have never heard of the one headphone to rule them all. That would need to have perfect freq. response, incredible sound-stage and detail, isolation, super comfy and breathable, perfect for travel, and able to be driven by even wimpy sources . It does not exist man. Not at any price. I am more into having situational variety and the best bang for buck. I think each of these sets are solid choices at their price point for a particular set of needs. I can wholeheartedly recommended each one for their respective niche. Similarly, I own a gas grill, a charcoal grill and a smoker. None of them does everything perfectly but each accomplishes a specific task exceptionally well. Get it? Cool. So, where do the DT990's fit in? Power Requirements: It is worth noting that the 990's listed here are 250 ohms but there are other flavors. 250 ohms all but mandates an amp. To my knowledge the Limited Edition all black ones are only available in 250 ohms. There are variants to the 990 that come as low as 32 ohm and as high as 600 ohm. If you go for the 32 ohm an amp should not be a necessity. Construction: Very solid with a minor quibble. As near as I can tell there is one solid piece of spring steel for the headband that attaches to both ear-cups. The ear-cups are plastic but of the thick and sturdy variety. The cover on the headband is nice and squishy and has button snaps. So, it looks easy to replace if damaged. All the materials seem to be of great quality for a set at this price. Ear-pads are velour which is by far my very favorite option for ear-pads. Also, the DT990 are a very long lived and well loved set. The mfg. claims that nearly all parts are easily obtained and replaceable. Even though the upfront cost is more than some other options you can sleep well knowing that your set should last you many years to come. My one reservation is that it is not clear to me if the cord is replaceable. It has a standard strain relief. I have not searched or asked the mfg. about it. If it is indeed not replaceable, this might be cause for concern. Comfort: Nice. I have a close shaved haircut but I barely notice the headband. Open sets with velour ear-pads breath and rarely get hot and sweaty. I have a smaller head than some humans. The clamping force is maybe one concern. For me it's just fine. If you have a large meaty head it is possible the clamp may be a bit much. The good news is that the spring-steel is fairly yielding and should be in no danger of losing shape over time. Sound-stage: It is a very open sounding set. It's not on par with say AKG Q701's or the legendary AD700's but the DT990's offer a very respectable sound-stage of their own. Separation and positioning are very good. This makes the 990 a nice option for gaming just not the "best" option for competitive "sound whoring". (Pardon the phrase, I did not invent it) Sonic Profile: This is a matter of taste of course but I am going to list it as a big plus for me. The DT990 has a sort of V shaped sound profile. There is some emphasis on both lows (bass) and highs (treble) with slightly recessed mids. This set makes no excuses for not being a neutral set but it pulls off an interesting feat. Open sets usually have weaker bass. So, the 990's crank it up a notch. The result is an open can with some punch. It also has great clarity of high frequencies thanks to the 990's slight emphasis on treble and open back. If all you want are X-Ray ears for online shooters you are better served with Q701's or the famous AD-700's. Compared to those options the DT990's represent a trade off of slightly less clarity and sound stage for a MUCH more satisfying bass response. Recommended for: Solo listening: Open design offers no real isolation but when alone I will take the sound-stage of an open set any day of the week. Non-competitive gaming: Sonic profile is a lot of "fun" and sound-stage is great with Dolby or CMSS. If competitive gaming is ALL you want maybe get the AD700's instead. Bassy music tracks: Rap/Hip-Hop, DnB, Dubstep...etc. The "fun" sound of these cans offer a really great mix of traits for an open set. The 990's may not be neutral but when paired with material to match its strengths the rewards are great. Not Recommended for: Privacy: You may bothers others in the room because of leaking sounds. Travel: See above. Just forget about work or airplanes. They do not fold up or lay flat on the chest when taken around the neck like "DJ" headphones. Plus they all but require an amp with decent power. This is a set for at home. Movies/TV: Again, this is an open set geared for "fun". If you want neutral/accurate reproduction this is maybe not the best set. A WORD ABOUT GAMING HEADPHONES I love to game. At least in part, my choices in headphones came by way of the massive review guide by a user called Mad Lust Envy over at Head-Fi. As far as a resource for headphone reviews revolving around gaming his sticky thread over at Head-Fi should be listed as a National Treasure. I would be remiss not give him a shoutout. If you are interested in gaming headphones and have not heard of the Mad Lust Envy Thread over at Head-Fi I strongly recommend a visit. Just be careful. The motto over there is something like "Welcome to Head-Fi! Sorry about your wallet." If you want to make a headset out of your headphones you could do a lot worse than the Antlion Mod-Mic. It has a magnetic mount. You can put magnetic mounts on more than one headphone allowing a lot of flexibility. It also works better than most dedicated headset mics. There is also a good cheaper option form Zalman. *Comparisons may be useful to those who are considering one of the other sets that I own. So, here it goes...* COMPARISONS: DT990 vs. AT-M50: The M50's are a DJ Headphone that can be taken down around the neck and the cups will lay flat on your chest. M50's are closed back, do not leak much sound, they are easy to drive. The Bass is controlled and deep but not too muddy or overly intrusive. True Bass Heads that really just want their teeth to rattle may not be satisfied but I find them to be a real joy for Drum n' Bass, Dub Step or Rap/Hip Hop Tracks. That being said it is a closed back headphone and while the sound stage is not bad for a closed back, it is also not ideal for nit picking finer details in competitive games. Take all of these traits as a whole and what you have is my go-to cans for travel or when I don't want to bother others in the room with what I am listening to. The 990's being open and power hungry (more on this later) are no good as portable cans. Where they impress is the fact that they have almost as much of a "fun" bass response as the M-50's. In open cans this is not typical. Being open and able to dig deep in bass is one of the traits that makes non-competitive gaming with 990's just awesome. They have great bass response in an open design with better sound stage and detail retrieval. If I am alone at home I reach for the 990''s over the M50's. On the road or with the wife in the room it's the exact opposite. DT990 vs. Q701: Q701's are renowned for having a very wide open sound stage and high degree of clarity in the mids and highs. They are equally known for lacking in the bass department. Bass Heads need not apply. They are great for "detail whoring" in competitive online games or listening to fine details in less bass heavy music. X-Ray ears. The sound stage is truly a standout in this set but again many will left wanting for more bass. Also, a very comfy and well crafted set. The DT990 stacks up quite well against the strong points of the Q701. They are very open though not quite on the same level of the sound stage of the Q701. Though it does put up an admirably large sound stage of its own. Both sets are comfort kings. The 990's may have less detail and sound-stage but the bass is much better. DT990 vs. HD558: The 558's are comfy and open and have nice velour pads. They are more like semi-open. They have a good soundstage. The clarity across the spectrum is good with clear mids and highs and nice punchy bass that can get satisfyingly deep but not overly boomy. This is the most neutral of my sets. They are also a low impedance can that is easy to drive and at about $150 they are a very easy set to recommend. I hope you are picking up that I really like the HD558's because for the price (IMHO) they are a solid all-rounder that won't break the bank. This is my go to set for movies and TV. The 990's sound-stage is improved over the 558's and by my estimation positioning in is also a bit better. As noted the Freq. response is more V-shaped in the 990's. The 558's are more neutral and the 990's are more "fun". So, the bass digs a bit deeper and the highs are a bit more detailed though the mids are slightly recessed. The 558's and 990's don't come different worlds the way that the M50's and Q701's do. Detail retrieval is very good. The 990's are a 250 ohm headphone and some sort of amp is pretty much mandatory. Depending on the source you may be able to drive them to a listenable level but a power starved driver will not respond the way it is meant to and the results will be underwhelming. The same is true of the Q701's. Also, the materials and craftsmanship of the DT990 are noticeably more solid than the 558's. I'm not saying the 558's feel cheap, they do not, but the 990's are clearly built to last. In closing: Take all of this with a grain of salt. This is all very subjective and your mileage may vary. You might try something and not feel the same way about it. There is no accounting for taste. I hope that at least someone out there was helped by this review. If you have any specific questions about one of these headphones I would be happy to share my thoughts if you care to hear them. Happy listening, -Heretic

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product, professional quality!!
*by H***L on November 24, 2025*

High quality, very comfortable to wear, has plenty of sound even with regular walkmans form the 80's and 90's, pretty good deal if I don't say so myself.

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