Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X 1001629
The handcrafted STELLAR.45 driver and open-back design deliver a 5Hz-40kHz frequency response with a natural treble lift, acting as a sonic magnifier for precise editing. Its 48-ohm impedance and detachable locking mini-XLR cable provide consistent, detailed sound from any device, backed by replaceable parts for long-term durability. This headphone is best for mixing engineers and editors who need to identify acoustic imperfections with exceptional transparency.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average sound (34th percentile)
What owners think
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | velour |
Audio
| Driver Type | STELLAR.45 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 40000 |
| Impedance | 48 |
| Codecs | Its natural treble boost and impressive transparency deliver an exceptionally clear and spacious soundstage – perfect for mixing, critical listening, and editing. Airy detailed, unrivalled. |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X 1001629 | Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 | JBL Live 770NC | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | STELLAR.45 | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 30 | 40 | 42 | 40 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 48 | 48 | - | 470 | 32 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 30 | 60 | 65 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beyerdynamic DT 990 PRO X 1001629 | 62.9 | 15.2 | 76.7 | 34.2 | 43.3 | 10.3 | 35.6 | 40.3 |
| Sony WH-1000XM6 WH-1000XM6 Compare | 97.5 | 91 | 92.2 | 90 | 71.7 | 79.2 | 99.7 | 83.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.5 | 99.3 | 95.8 | 99.4 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 97.4 | 97.5 |
| Sennheiser Momentum MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 94.9 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 99.2 | 55.6 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 78.1 | 97.2 | 84.6 | 91.4 | 50.3 | 99.9 | 91.5 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.2 | 78.1 | 95.8 | 47 | 68 | 79.2 | 99.2 | 66.2 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Bestbuy.ca 1 offers From CA$270
Amazon.ca 1 offers From CA$300
Price History
Usage Scores
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