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Beyerdynamic DT 990

Beyerdynamic DT 990

€199.00 EUR
€199.00 EUR
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The cult object

The beyerdynamic DT 990 Edition over-ear headphones have captivated Hi-Fi and music enthusiasts since the 1980s with their vibrant and natural sound. Celebrated for their durability and wide soundstage, these open-back headphones blend distinctive highs with intense bass, ideal for various music styles. Designed for comfort with a flexible headband and velour ear pads for extended listening sessions, they share the same sound quality as the DT 990 PRO but differ in headband softness and cable type. Proudly handcrafted in Germany, they promise longevity with replaceable parts.

Features

  • Longstanding Popularity: A cult object in the audio world since the 1980s, valued for its vibrant and natural sound.
  • Versatile Sound Profile: Delivers a spectacular open-back soundstage with distinctive highs and intense bass, suitable for various music genres.
  • Exceptional Durability: Ensures a long-lasting listening experience with readily available components and replacement parts.
  • Superior Comfort: Features a flexible headband and breathable, skin-friendly velour ear pads for extended, comfortable use.
  • Open-Back Design: Offers a wide soundstage, allowing for a natural, speaker-like listening experience while keeping background noise discernible.
  • Home vs. Studio: Shares the same sound quality as the DT 990 PRO but is designed with a softer headband for home use and comes with a straight cable, unlike the coiled cable of the PRO version.
  • Made in Germany: Handcrafted with care and attention to detail, ensuring quality and the option for part replacement and repair.

Technical Specifications

  • Operating Principle: Open
  • Weight (Without Cable): 290 g
  • Frequency Response: 5 - 35,000 Hz
  • Nominal Sound Pressure Level: 96 dB
  • Sound Coupling to Ear: Over-ear
  • Cable & Plug: Straight connecting cable with mini-jack plug (3.5 mm) & ¼" adapter (6.35 mm)
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Everything you need to know about our custom audio cables.

Worldwide. Every order includes tracking. You'll get the details via email as soon as it ships.

Baltics & Nordics: 1–3 days. Rest of Europe: 4–6 days. International: 8–14 days. These are estimates, most orders arrive faster.

Not happy? Return unused items within 14 days for a full refund. Custom orders are final sale since they're made specifically for you, but we'll make it right if anything's wrong.

Find your headphone model, pick your options (color, length, connectors), and add to cart. The visual slider on each product page shows exactly what you're getting.

Our Inspiration page is packed with recent builds. Got something specific in mind? Reach out—we'll mock it up for you before you commit.

Most cables ship within 3–5 business days, but we will keep the production queue updated on the checkout page.

It's important to note that splitters are purely decorative and do not have any impact on the audio quality or durability of the cables we offer.

As such, your decision to include a splitter in your setup should be based solely on your aesthetic preferences and not on any functional benefits.

Yes, if there is some special color, or anything else you can't find on our store, contact us. We will see what we can do for you.

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Two years. If it's a materials or workmanship issue under normal use, we'll repair or replace it free. We stand behind what we make.

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