Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro review

The DT 990 Pro is the open-back sibling of the DT 770 Pro, and the cheapest way on this list to get an open sound for mixing. Beyerdynamic calls it a sonic magnifier for critical listening and precise editing, and says its open design and spatial imaging make subtle noise, clipping and digital artifacts audible. That makes it a useful second pair for checking a mix after you have tracked on closed headphones. It comes in 80 ohm and 250 ohm versions at $199.99, weighs 250 g without the cable, and lists a 5 to 35,000 Hz response. The velour ear pads are replaceable, and Beyerdynamic says every part is serviceable. The catch is the open back itself: sound leaks out, so it can bleed into a microphone during recording and is less private in a shared space. Beyerdynamic recommends closed-back models when a microphone is in use. We compared documented features and published prices; we did not test it.

Who it is for

Producers who mix and edit in a quiet room and want an open-back sound for under $200.

Price

$199.99 at the Beyerdynamic North America store when checked.

80 ohms Universal Studio 250 ohms Professional Devices $199.99 Add to Cart
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 8, 2026.

Key features

• Open-back circumaural design
• 80 and 250 ohm versions
• 5 to 35,000 Hz frequency response
• 250 g without cable
• Replaceable velour ear pads, made in Germany

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Cheapest open-back model on this list at $199.99
• Strength: Beyerdynamic says every part is serviceable
• Strength: Lightweight at 250 g without cable
• Weakness: Open back leaks sound into microphones, so it is a poor choice for tracking
• Weakness: No 32 ohm version for phones
• Weakness: Fixed cable

Key facts

• Design: Open-back, over-ear
• Impedance: 80 or 250 ohms
• Frequency response: 5 to 35,000 Hz
• Weight: 250 g without cable
• Made in: Germany

Where it ranks

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro is No. 4 in our Best Studio Headphones verdict.