DT 990 Pro
BeyerdynamicReleased Dec 1, 2013 · Analysis updated Mar 30, 2026
Open-back headphones with a natural soundstage, comfortable fit for extended listening, and replaceable parts in a lightweight design. The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro scores 82/100 based on 16 expert reviews in the headphones (wired) category. Coverage includes reviews from Whathifi, Architeg-prints, Reviewed, and Thesoundapprentice.
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Pros
- Comfortable for long listening sessions(12)
- Open-back design provides spacious, natural soundstage(9)
- Reasonable price(7)
- Replaceable parts(5)
- Lightweight(4)
Cons
- Sound leakage due to open-back design(7)
- Not portable due to open-back design(3)
- Non-detachable cable(3)
- Requires headphone amp(3)
- Requires good recordings to sound their best(3)
16 Publication Reviews
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Clear, detailed and beautifully balanced, the DT 990 Pro X are some of the finest and most comfortable wired headphones we've heard at this price.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X are among the most detailed and informative headphones you'll find at this price point, perfect if you crave to hear every nuance and detail in your music.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PROs are excellent over-ear headphones with great sound quality, comfort, and durability, though their open-back design limits their use to quiet environments.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO delivers excellent audiophile-grade sound quality, comfort, and value at a reasonable price point.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro offers exceptional sound quality with powerful bass and treble, though it requires an amplifier and may be fatiguing for some listeners.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO is a legendary pair of headphones that has been a favorite among audio professionals, audiophiles, and music enthusiasts for decades.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X proves itself as more than just a cosmetic refresh, delivering compelling value and modern studio-ready performance.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO is a no-nonsense, open-back studio headset with a pretty spectacular sound for the price.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO offers reference quality sound, a robust build with replaceable parts, and comfort for long studio sessions at a reasonable price.
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There’s no denying that the DT 990 PRO does have a very Beyer-like character, but that’s no bad thing, especially if exceptional spaciousness and detailed tonal depth is what you’re after.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro headphones offer excellent comfort, spacious sound, and good value, especially when paired with Sonarworks individual calibration.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO are great open-back headphones for neutral sound.
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The German-engineered Beyerdynamic 990s are a great pair of open-back headphones in their price bracket.
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Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro is a durable, lightweight, and comfortable open-back studio headphone with a colored sound signature that requires calibration for serious work.
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The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro offers excellent imaging and comfort but requires significant EQ to tame its aggressively bright treble.
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The reviewer purchased the Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO despite better advice, finding significant issues with tonal balance and cable design that made them undesirable for audiophile listening.
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