[teofilrocks]

I've had the 990s for a few months now and really like them. But sometimes at work I'd prefer not to let my music our or others music in, so I'd like to find a pair of closed back phones that are at least on par with these. I should mention that I have a pair of DT770 PRO 600Ω (the pre-2000s discontinued model). While those sound very accurate, the bass is noticeably quieter than the 990s and I prefer the 990 level. Do the newer 770 models improve on bass enough to come close to the 990s? Some recommendations I've read include the ATH-M50 and K271mkII. I'm not inclinded to go with Senn's because I already go through a tube headphone amp, and things might get a bit too warm sounding for my taste. But maybe I'm wrong.
 
For music, I mostly listen to electronica, indie pop/rock, a little jazz, and a dash of classical. I am open to brands outside beyerdynamic, but one thing is a must: comfort. Your thoughts are welcomed.

 

[Riku540]

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/513393/information-sonic-differences-between-all-current-dt770-dt990-models
 
^ Should be some good info for you there. I'm pretty sure the current DT 770/80 Pro is the bassiest of current Beyers.

 

[Coupe]

I just listened to Master of Puppets on the M50s and my arm hair was head banging.
 
Had the Millet Minimax up to K701/DT-990 600 volume levels and the M50s didn't distort 1 bit (amazing for a non amp required can)
 
Need to Q-tip out the blood and give the good ol ears a breather now!  

 
Is that the doorbell ringing? 

 

[mattering]

I have listened to the DT990 250 Ohms before and i dare say that they are really bass light in my opinion. The DT770 Pro 250 Ohms [which is what i own right now] has a lot of bass but it doesnt overpower the mids and highs. But i think though, the best thing to do is to audition them yourself [obviously ]

 

[ajamils]

Sorry to bump a very old thread but I'm current in the exact same situation. I bought DT990 - 250 Ohms (my first ever expensive headphones) and though I REALLY like them, I have been overly annoyed by the amount of sound leak. No moderate volume I can almost hear the songs across the room.
 
I bought these mostly for 60% gaming and 40% music. I listen to all type of music from heavy metal to country and enjoy bass. What would be a good alternative to DT990 with closed back (around same impedance) ?
 

 

[SONIC BOOM]

whats your price range and dose it have too be portable?

 

[stv014]

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I should mention that I have a pair of DT770 PRO 600Ω (the pre-2000s discontinued model). While those sound very accurate, the bass is noticeably quieter than the 990s and I prefer the 990 level. Do the newer 770 models improve on bass enough to come close to the 990s?

 
I have a recent (bought in 2011) DT770 Pro 250 Ohm, and it does not have a huge amount of bass, but it is more than neutral below 150 Hz (especially at 35-50 Hz), and it extends quite well. This is basically the closed version of the DT990 Pro, but without the large mid-bass hump. Does your 600 Ohm DT770 have the bass ports (allegedly, some versions do not) ? Also, if it is very old, the worn ear pads could be responsible for some loss of bass.

 

[ajamils]

 
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whats your price range and dose it have too be portable?

 

Under $300 and portability doesn't really matter as I do not consider DT990 to be portable.

 

[nothing4me]

Can anyone please suggest something? What about the HD25-1 II or the DT1350?

 

[MalVeauX]

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I've had the 990s for a few months now and really like them. But sometimes at work I'd prefer not to let my music our or others music in, so I'd like to find a pair of closed back phones that are at least on par with these. I should mention that I have a pair of DT770 PRO 600Ω (the pre-2000s discontinued model). While those sound very accurate, the bass is noticeably quieter than the 990s and I prefer the 990 level. Do the newer 770 models improve on bass enough to come close to the 990s? Some recommendations I've read include the ATH-M50 and K271mkII. I'm not inclinded to go with Senn's because I already go through a tube headphone amp, and things might get a bit too warm sounding for my taste. But maybe I'm wrong.
 
For music, I mostly listen to electronica, indie pop/rock, a little jazz, and a dash of classical. I am open to brands outside beyerdynamic, but one thing is a must: comfort. Your thoughts are welcomed.

 
Heya,
 
M-Audio Q40, Denon D2000, AudioTechnica A900X.
 
Very best,

 

[nothing4me]

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Heya,
 
M-Audio Q40, Denon D2000, AudioTechnica A900X.
 
Very best,

Do you think it's worth shelling out another $100 or so for the D5000? (Used this review: http://www.techenclave.com/audio-zone/denon-ah-d2000-vs-ah-106436/ )

 

[MalVeauX]

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Do you think it's worth shelling out another $100 or so for the D5000? (Used this review: http://www.techenclave.com/audio-zone/denon-ah-d2000-vs-ah-106436/ )

 
Heya,
 
Being that the D5000 is my closed headphone of choice out of 30+ that I have, yes. The D5000 is one of my "must have" headphones.
 
Very best,

 

[Zombie_X]

The D2000 sounds very similar to the DT990 and it is closed. The D5000 is warmer and bassier yet, though the bass is pretty bloated and not too well controlled.