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beyerdynamic DT 880 Premium 600 OHM Headphones
Last Updated: April 23, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.0
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Sound Quality
34listening, classical, amp, sound quality, sound
+94%
-6%
" ... The sound is very neutral. ... "
" ... The sound quality is great, but they require a mixer/sound card to adjust the levels for a great all around sound. ... "
" ... That is how good they sound. ... They sound just like your speakers. ... The sound is quite neutral with no emphasis on the highs or lows, perfect for most listening situations. ... In comparison the Bose quiet comfort case is about 1/5 the size. ... There is some noise penetration to the outside environment but not enough to distract other people in the same room unless they are within one foot of your ears, so you can certainly use them in the same room as someone looking at TV or reading a book. ... I find the sound quality excellent and they are certainly worth the money. ... "
" ... Highly recommended for anyone who really listens to their music. ... I highly recommend the DT880s for a revealing musical listen. ... "
" ... Sounds and feels similar to my DT770. ... "
" ... They're flatter, while the DT 990 sounds V-shaped. ... They're flatter sounding, but they do not sound . ... but are awesome as audio loupes. ... Anyway, I agree with Beyerdynamic's descriptions: the DT 880 are for reference monitoring and the DT 990 are for critical listening and mastering. ... It makes sense and their sound signatures are the proof. ... "
" ... I listen mainly to alt and folk rock, to classical music, both chamber or solo pieces and orchestral stuff, Bach's cello suites as well as Mahler symphonies and sometimes hard rock of the Robert Plant or Deep Purple variety. ... "
" ... quality of materials and precision of build, fit and comfort, and most importantly-the way they sound. ... "
Headphones
20headphone, pair, lot, headphone amp, ohms
+85%
-15%
" ... I haven't experimented with a headphone amp, yet. ... "
" ... Extremely revealing, neutral headphones, that when paired with a good amp e.g. ... Beyerdynamic A20 headphone Amp they are remarkable. ... You have to pay a lot more to get a more musical pair of headphones. ... "
" ... they are good headphone ... "
" ... Very nice headphones. ... But the price is right for what are so far very versatile headphones. ... "
" ... I love this headphone for its amazing sound. ... It sounds best compared to my other headphones. ... "
" ... The DT880 250 ohms is one of the best headphones for classical music. ... "
" ... Great Headphones, but clearly a budget version of the DT1880s. ... "
" ... Excellent home stereo headphones. ... "
Comfort
19comfortable, comfort, headband, periods, cups
+100%
" ... Very breathable and very comfortable. ... "
" ... These have nice clear treble without hurting my ears, which was a nice surprise, because I have always heard that Beyerdynamic's are treble cannons. ... Not too heavy, just the right amount of clamp, super nice pads. ... No problem wearing these for extended periods. ... "
" ... With each listen these cams sound spectacular to my ears. ... "
" ... I sometimes forget I'm wearing these when I'm not actively listening to music, they are that comfortable. ... The adjustment points feel kind of cheap. ... "
" ... Over the last 15 years I have owned six head and in ear earphones ranging in price from $110-$500 and have used them extensively. ... My headphone choices to me were a distinct notch down in audio quality,easier to get on and off but still uncomfortable for periods running over an hour. ... This seems to help my ears breathe better without sweat forming as easily which made my ears itch with the leather type covers. ... "
" ... quality of materials and precision of build, fit and comfort, and most importantly-the way they sound. ... "
" ... Really comfortable for long sessions, the revealing signature can become a little fatiguing over long periods but that is being highly critical, if you are looking for a more easy listen the HD650s are an option. ... "
" ... Very nice headphones, super comfy. ... "
Frequencies
11highs, treble, lows, bass, music
+100%
" ... love them, was a little worried they might be a little too bright/harsh in the treble, but with my hearing they are great, and very comfortable. ... "
" ... Highs: Highs generally sound very tinny to me, but honestly with these headphones I cannot say that. ... "
" ... Their presentation is almost electrostatic in the highs - super light, airy and not harsh at all. ... Then the mids. ... Oh the mids. ... "
" ... The highs are crisp, the bass is firm, the mids are smooth. ... "
" ... I feel I may lack the proper terminology that I see people use to describe lows/highs/mids, seperation/detail/soundstage. ... These have nice clear treble without hurting my ears, which was a nice surprise, because I have always heard that Beyerdynamic's are treble cannons. ... "
" ... The bass is big and also the highs . ... "
" ... The DT880 250 ohms is one of the best headphones for classical music. ... "
" ... Excellent for classical, folk, pop and rock. ... "
Bass
11highs, 990, 880, strong, missing
+91%
-9%
" ... I was floored at the quality and quantity of bass.) ... "
" ... The bass is very deep but on the accurate side rather than being boosted, which I also prefer. ... "
" ... Sound is a little bass light with an amazing amount of definition in the mid and high range. ... "
" ... Bass: I was skeptical in buying these as I read reviews about muddy/unclear or missing bass. ... Perhaps already having my expectations of the bass lowered, I received these and tried some bassy songs and I was not impressed but not disappointed. ... These aren't marketed as having "great bass" so it's unreasonable to say they disappoint. ... From my personal headphone research, open and semi-open backed headphones lose bass quick, and I'm more accustomed to hard, beating bass in closed headphones. ... However, if the most extreme bass isn't important to you, these headphones DO create clear (I suppose more accurate) bass, which I've found to be just as enjoyable, as many other headphones have too strong of bass that blasts the rest of the audio into the realm of static. ... "
" ... The set is certainly capable when it comes to the full spectrum of audio, bass is a wee bit anemic out of the box, with a gentle boost it's an incredibly rich sound. ... "
" ... So by result, the bass is more detailed and nuanced. ... The bass is big and also the highs . ... "
" ... The highs are crisp, the bass is firm, the mids are smooth. ... "
" ... I love the 250 ohm version of the dt880 headphones, compared to the 80 ohm 770's with an equally good amp, the bass is tighter and less exaggerated, the treble is also much clearer there much more detail, the impedance go well with the high gain mode of my hybrid Schiit Vali 2 amp, they seem to like the bright Genelax 6922 tubes best(so much fun listening to hours on end), one thing i would have liked better is the Pro headclamps, with the 770/880/990, the sound is simply more immersive and enve ... "
Build Quality
10heavy, beyerdynamic, semi, dt880, comfort
+90%
-10%
" ... The Beyerdynamic DT880 impressed me right out of the gate with its professional, German-made build quality, and lightweight comfort. ... It's difficult to describe, but you can immediately tell a difference with a semi-open design. ... "
" ... The built quality is sincerely 4/5. ... You don’t get a remarkable headphone for this price, but that said it is solid, nice metal work, all in all very very good at this price point. ... "
" ... quality of materials and precision of build, fit and comfort, and most importantly-the way they sound. ... The source material is revealed honestly and transparently, with minimal coloration. ... "
" ... (I listen to classical, Jazz, and Metal) ... "
" ... Not too heavy, just the right amount of clamp, super nice pads. ... "
" ... The headband is sturdy and rest nicely on the head. ... "
" ... Neither would I use these on an airplane since the carry case is about the size of small backpack with thick foam protection inside. ... These headphones are well made with very little plastic and mostly metal. ... "
" ... I'm not a fan of the loose headband adjustment system chosen for these (it's not unreasonably loose, but I prefer a stiffer adjustment that locks into place with a decent force). ... As for the structure of the headphones, they are very flexible but very sturdy, and despite dropping a large heavy steel pocket knife on it, the (presumably) aluminum portions seem to resist scratching fairly well and if you get something on it, you can easily wipe it off with a finger and restore it to it's natural beauty. ... "
Price
9sound, money, headphones, get, find
+89%
-11%
" ... Can it really get any better than this for the price I paid for them? ... "
" ... This kind of sound for this kind of price ?! ... Fantastic cans for an unbelievable low price. ... "
" ... Great headphones at a reasonable price. ... "
" ... I didn't want to blow a lot of money if I wasn't going to be impressed, but I didn't want to get the cheapest "audiophile" headphones I could find. ... "
" ... I find the sound quality excellent and they are certainly worth the money. ... "
" ... If you're a newbie looking for your first pair, buy these, you won't regret it! ... "
" ... The trade-off is worth it. ... "
" ... And, guys, it's a steal for the price. ... "
Fit
6sound, headband, use, squeezing, sore
+67%
-33%
" ... quality of materials and precision of build, fit and comfort, and most importantly-the way they sound. ... "
" ... Not too heavy, just the right amount of clamp, super nice pads. ... "
" ... I also have larger than normal ears and the large ear cups fit nicely around them. ... "
Cables
5cable, would, since, side, loose
+100%
" ... It would be cool if they could make the cord removable but besides that I love these headphones. ... "
" ... I actually have two pairs of cans and yes, the amp drives them both at insanely high levels at the same time with a cable splitter ! ... "
" ... I would not use these at the gym, since the cord is 10 feet long. ... "
" ... Would prefer a detachable cord. ... "
" ... take care of the cord!! ... "
Design
5velour, semi, dt
+80%
-20%
" ... It's difficult to describe, but you can immediately tell a difference with a semi-open design. ... "
" ... They look and feel like they will last a long time. ... "
" ... I also think that these silver Premium's look and feel much better than the black chrome version, just my preference. ... "
" ... that they are as revealing as the DT 990 but without sounding so thin in the middle. ... "
Volume
4sound, high, gain, even, hear
+75%
-25%
" ... However, an additional amplifier is needed to get a sufficient gain (volume). ... "
" ... Even at high volume where most headphones begin to blur with distortion, these remain crisp and each individual sound is effortlessly identifiable. ... "
" ... we do all hear differently. ... "
Product Reliability
4year
+75%
-25%
" ... They've been going strong for the last year. ... "
" ... just a quick summary (of expressions) based upon 3 hours of testing . ... "
" ... I bought this over 8 years ago, still have it, still love it. ... "
Device Compatibility
3iphone
+100%
" ... Can use with my personal computer without an additional amplifier. ... "
" ... 250ohm version connected to a Schiit Magni 3 is an amazing combo. ... "
" ... not a basshead phone . ... "
Call quality
3+100%
" ... we all hear different, but what you should be able to hear is . ... if someone’s talking to you. ... "
" ... we do all hear differently. ... "
" ... It provides wonderful stage and localization in orchestra pieces, it has an airyness that becomes guitar concertoes as well as intricate Paul Simon arrangements, voice in general, too, from Anais Mitchell to Glen Hughes to Patricia Barber. ... "
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