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Wake up Neo

beyerdynamic DT990 Premium 250 ohms

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By Wake up Neo

Pros: High and detailed sound quality, Large soundstage, Good bass, Comfortable open headphones

Cons: Quite strong treble for some people, slight issues with build

I have only just started using the headphones a few days ago but I really recommend them. The sound quality has been excellent out of the box, as I am still wearing them in, but so far very impressive. The sound stage is considerably wider and easier to distinguish different instruments or 'layers' to the music. They are also great for gaming, detailing the exact locations of enemies and allowing me to hear echoes and high pitched sounds that i never heard before. I have two slight issues with the build...One is where the cables come out of each side into the headband. The cable comes out of the speaker and if you rotate the cups to far the metal hooks press into the soft rubber...
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spittis

Nice headphones, but not for everyone

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By spittis

Pros: Mids, bass, clarity, soundstage, comfort

Cons: Treble (Sibilant)

This review was initially a bit different - I edited it after having owned them for over a month when I decided to sell them. Read on why.   I used them with an Audioengine D1 DAC/amp, and listen to a wide variety of metal, rock, punk, pop and electronic music.   So the pros and cons are exactly as stated above. Comfort is good, I do feel the headband putting a slight pressure on my head after 2+ hours of use, but nothing to worry about. The velour pads are extremely comfy and ears do not get warm. Bass is really great in my opinion. You'd have to be a really serious basshead to think these lack it. I listen to some dubstep and Dn'B, sounds very good on these. Same...
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headphonereview

Incredible Midrange

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By headphonereview

Pros: Accurate Bass, Lush Midrange, Comfort, Build Quality, Nice Soundstage

Cons: Treble Lacks Some Detail

I reviewed the 32 ohm version of the DT990 Premium Open headphones and I have to tell you it was a joy.   I'll touch on the major points here but if you want to see my full video review or read my written review, you can head over to the link below....   http://www.headphonereviewhq.com/reviews/beyerdynamic-dt990-premium-review/   Briefly, here's what I loved about the DT990 Premiums.  First, they might be the most comfortable set of headphones I've ever put on my head - yes, even better than the T1's or Beyerdynamic's other high end sets! The build quality is incredible and the midrange is probably the best you can get on a set of headphones in the $300's....
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Steam-Machine

impressions after 1 year usage

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By Steam-Machine

Pros: sound, design, (unique)

Last year I bought Beyerdynamics DT990 Premium with 250 Ohm in a custom design:     I really love their design (Of cause, I also designed them in some way :p)! The opportunity to create your own, unique style for these high end cans is pretty cool. You can do this on beyerdynamic's website, but it's probably a bit more expensive than in other shops. (besides the cost for your design). The sound: I love the not-so-neutral sound, with slightly more highs and bass. The bass isn't boomy at all, it's very precise. I wasn't sure about that before my order, but know I'm satisfied. Normaly I'm listening rock or techno. These were my first high end cans, so I...
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Coupe

First audiophile grade headphones

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By Coupe

Pros: Vibrant, Deep clear bass, sound stage is huge and very accurate, precise no wasted enegry.

Cons: Some sweat and slight ear fatigue (room is hot). Highs can be too high for some.

These are my first audiophile grade headphones so forgive my vocabulary.   I use them primarily to listen to Trance.   I have no other headphones to compare.   They are paired with a Millet Hybrid MiniMax Amp.   I will just say that for my listening choice these headphones feel perfect.  The bass is mostly clear and precise and goes as deep as necessary.  They bass isn't too much where it hides the rest of the music.  It feels natural and just a part of the flow.   It really makes me ... to listen to my system in my car sometimes because the quality of these headphones make me want more out of car audio.   Some people point out about the recessed mids and over the top highs.  I can...
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donthuang

A review after years.

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By donthuang

Pros: Total clraity tone、ultra transient, froward,focus,but relex present

Cons: Very pickly (about amps), Headband permeant sweat,sensitive about environment humidity

I would make it short.   1.This headphone has strong resonance in 80~100Hz, you would need a very strong amp to overcome the emf, or would got a notable unnatural bump in upper-bass.   2.About the infamous recessed mid- I guess it's a slight,but critical QC fault: Inside  leather bag, the humidity is been lower than normal condition by desiccant,makes the damping coating on the diaphragm lose it's function, just need sometime to got proper work.   3. Compare DT880, what you can got extra from DT990 : Highs with natural brilliance , richness low-mid and bass. not "flat" as DT880, but makes everything more believable and vivid , a step up transparency,and the most important...
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