[Deckard916]

I would say Asgard unless you need the balanced output for other headphones, since the DT 1990 doesn't run balanced.

 

[cactus_farmer]

Anyone here heard/own a Focal Elex? I want to know if you have a DT 1990 Pro if it's worth also getting an Elex, or if there's too much overlap in sound signature?

 

[Liu Junyuan]

These are really nice.

 

[kman1211]

These are really nice.

They definitely are, honestly I'm quite a fan of the newer Tesla headphones. I do miss the DT 1990 at times as they fill in a different niche than my T1.2 and Amiron Home. A niche I don't think any of my headphones fill actually.

 

[Liu Junyuan]

They definitely are, honestly I'm quite a fan of the newer Tesla headphones. I do miss the DT 1990 at times as they fill in a different niche than my T1.2 and Amiron Home. A niche I don't think any of my headphones fill actually.

I want to try T1.2 now.

 

[Liu Junyuan]

What pads do people prefer? I have stuck with pads that came with the headphone. I think they are balanced?

 

[Liu Junyuan]

I love Beyer build quality. So nice.

 

[kman1211]

What pads do people prefer? I have stuck with pads that came with the headphone. I think they are balanced?

Most people from what I’ve seen prefer the analytical(bottom side of pads has 4 holes and less dense foam) while less prefer the balanced(many holes on each pad and denser foam). Analytical generally makes it sound more linear, more akin to say a DT 880. Balanced is more dynamic and punchy sounding.

 

[Eiffel]

Balanced are also a bit muddy and have increased sibilance.

 

[Trunks159]

Anyone here heard/own a Focal Elex? I want to know if you have a DT 1990 Pro if it's worth also getting an Elex, or if there's too much overlap in sound signature?

I prefer Elex. Similar levels of quality tho.

 

[alexmason]

I want to know about DX220 (stock) or DX160 (stock) + DT1990 or DT1770 - how well do they match in terms of SQ/driveability/loudness and so on - i don't have an amp

 

[Csericks]

Anyone pairing their DT 1990 pro with a tube amp?
I'm wondering about which tubes you prefer.

I'm using the analytical pads and am on a Woo Audio amp, the WA6SE. If you have tried different tubes I'd love to hear which tubes you prefer, I thank you kindly!

I have been using my 1990s with my Woo WA2 for some time now and continue to be thrilled. I also favor the analytical pads. Of course my tube preferences will be of no use to you. I previously owned a WA6, not SE, and I would enjoy checking out the DT1990/WA6SE combination.

 

[Liu Junyuan]

I still need to try the analytical pads. Been too lazy.

@Trunks159 Your avatar...omg

 

[Liu Junyuan]

I am very much enjoying this headphone with the Analytic pads. It makes it more interesting with component matching...

 

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