[strid3r]

I'm looking to upgrade soon from my Grado SR-60s. I'm looking for something open that's less bright, but not as laidback as the Sennheiser series. I did a search, and doesn't seem to be any reviews. Anyone that have these cans that could chime in?

 

[Snufkin]

The DT440 is a good groovy sounding headphone. They're definately not terribly bright or laidback, they have their own characteristic sound, kind of friendly sounding

It's hard to describe them if you haven't heard any other Beyers before, but they're a bit like the DT531 with a little more clarity and detail.
The only thing I don't like about them is that they're a bit heavy.

 

[ReDVsion]

So, would you say the DT 440 is better than the 531?

 

[strid3r]

I was actually looking to get the Senn HD595, but heard that these were a good, cheaper, and easier to drive alternative. I have a hi-fi store near my dorm that carries Grados and Beyerdynamics, so I'll probably stop by and try them out. If anyone has owned the HD595 and the DT440, don't be shy to chime in!

 

[Snufkin]

I'd say the DT440 is different to the 531, but I don't know if I like the DT440 more

 

[lini]

Quote:

Originally posted by Snufkin (....) but I don't know if I like the DT440 more

Neither do I, because the DT531 really rules in the comfort department.

Oh, and yes, strid3r, I own both the HD 595 and the DT440 - and I still think the DT440 does better sonically for less money. Comfort-wise, I'd prefer the HD 595, though - but it's not a day and night difference, I'd say.

Greetings from Hannover!

Manfred / lini

 

[ReDVsion]

Ok, strictly in the sound department, DT440 vs. DT531?

 

[Snufkin]

I prefer the DT531 sound, but I can understand why some would prefer the DT440

Contrary to popular misconception, when it comes to headphones there often isn't a good/better/best heirarchy. Everyone has personal preferences - people will often prefer "lower end" headphones over other models. eg: the DT531 is probably my favourite allrounder even if it's not technically the best headphone I own.
The DT531 and DT440 sound similar enough for it to come down purely to personal preference.

 

[ReDVsion]

Typically no, headphones aren't better than others. But if the DT 440 happened to have a very similar sound to the 531 but was just a bit better in most respects, then yes, the heirarchy could work. But I was really wanting to know whether they had a similar sound (falling under the groovalizer category and all), and I think I got my question answered.

 

[lini]

ReDVsion: Sorry, I can't be more precise yet, but my ears are still somewhat congested - so if you aren't that much in a hurry and can wait a few more days, I'll post my promised direct DT440/DT531 comparision impressions, anyway...

Greetings from Hannover!

Manfred / lini

 

[strid3r]

That would be great lini, can't wait to see it.

 

[ReDVsion]

That'd be great, lini; I look forward to it as well. Of course, then I have to figure out how the DT 531 compares with my K240S again, but I'm sure I can get a good idea of how it sounds.

 

[strid3r]

I just went to my local hi-fi store, and seems they don't (and have never) stock the DT440s. Are these a new/discontinued model?

 

[lini]

ReDVsion: Not much of a problem - I can include the K240S as well. Just don't ask for including the DT880 or DT250/250, too, because these are still in Munich...

strid3r: The DT440 is comparatively new on the market (and thus might not have made its way to the US, yet) - whereas the DT531 is discontinued, now.

Greetings from Hannover!

Manfred / lini

 

[ReDVsion]

You own the DT880? I thought you didn't like them... too "bland" etc. Plus, I doubt their sound characteristics are going to be similar enough to make a comparison necessary.