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Komentáře • 740

  • @IsakKazazic
    @IsakKazazic Před 7 lety +571

    The feeling when you are listening to a Z review through the headphones he is reviewing and its positive...priceless

    • @casualmime2792
      @casualmime2792 Před 5 lety +12

      Saaaame...I feel dat. Impressive how well they're holding value too, isn't it?

    • @muslimsfortulsigabbard8646
      @muslimsfortulsigabbard8646 Před 5 lety +16

      @@casualmime2792 I have probably wasted 10s of thousands on gadgets since 2003 and have to say 450 for a used pair of 1990 have been the most amazing and rewarding investment I have ever made! Almost a year and I highly doubt I'm going to upgrade them until they stop working.

    • @djbloo8996
      @djbloo8996 Před 5 lety +3

      @@muslimsfortulsigabbard8646 there being shipped should be at my house soon!

    • @muslimsfortulsigabbard8646
      @muslimsfortulsigabbard8646 Před 5 lety +6

      @@djbloo8996 Great choice. You will LOVE IT. Once a while I take some lucy and watch either Queen or AC DC old live show. It is as if I travel back in time and attend that concert.
      I've paired mine with a portable dac, oppo HA-2 which Z also liked it a lot on his review and the combination becomes magical. I haven't tried any decent desktop amp/dac, but I can only imagine the end result is even better than mine.
      I really want to invest in a good amp/dac but I'm already too happy with my setup so it is a bit hard to justify the expense.

    • @djbloo8996
      @djbloo8996 Před 5 lety +5

      @@muslimsfortulsigabbard8646 mmm last time I took lucy I laid under the desk enjoying the music of my 58x I use a dac modi shit and jds atom I've only heard good things about the dt1990 cant wait :D

  • @DeusKnight
    @DeusKnight Před rokem +6

    Bought these back in June 2020 because of this review. 3 year later and I do not regret getting them and haven't had any problem with them👌

  • @PradyumnVij
    @PradyumnVij Před 6 lety +66

    I finally bought these, I can't stop nodding my head to tracks I may have listened to on multiple headphones 100s of times. These are insanely good for their price point, beat out the T1 IMO.
    The Balanced pads provide a slightly larger sound stage with aggressive, punchy bass spikes which can be incredibly fun to listen to. You do lose the ability to hear different levels of bass with these. These are worse for games as well.
    The Analytical pads are slightly narrower however are far more natural and you can absolutely hear far more. Great for vocals and complex tracks . There is no "extra" bass as such you just hear all the bass which is lost with the B pads.

  • @vighneshramesh2569
    @vighneshramesh2569 Před 6 lety +34

    I heard these recently, and I was really impressed, they have incredible detail and have a unique stand apart sound

    • @trif55
      @trif55 Před 3 lety

      There were some pads recommended, i thought Sony but I can't find them, they were really "thick"

  • @vcmusik
    @vcmusik Před 7 lety +225

    Just a heads-up guys, the 3rd-party sellers for the bundle look rather fishy. Strange email addresses and asking buyers to contact them "before ordering". I've read that there's been scams with that exact setup where they get you to move the transaction off of Amazon and run off with your money. These two sellers are also just launched and have no feedback ratings. I sent a test email yesterday to one of the sellers (selling the bundle for $350), and never even got a reply back. Just be careful out there.

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +97

      A good note.

    • @marcusbryant2007
      @marcusbryant2007 Před 7 lety +28

      just to add since i also checked the seller (one of the sellers actually sent me a reply)...the payment to the seller of this bundle is through amazon gift card in which you can't identify the person. red flag already. thanks for this warning vince.

    • @RomanEmpireRSVR
      @RomanEmpireRSVR Před 7 lety +11

      Without a doubt it's a scam. Anytime they are asking you to move the transaction off of eBay or amazon walk away. Just had a case with the seller moving his Xbox off eBay and paid through "PayPal". The shitbag sent an email with a fake PayPal transaction number. The seller assumed it was legit and shipped the Xbox The email actually said the funds were awaiting transfer but would need to clear the "refund" period of 14 days. Needless to say the seller never received him money and is now out an Xbox also.

    • @keeferdog5617
      @keeferdog5617 Před 7 lety +6

      Vince Chang - I found a bundle deal through Amazon. Never asked to go off site. Beach Camera is the seller also aka Buydig on Fleabay. Solid outfit FYI. I did some investigative work before purchasing...

    • @ThePhotogalleria
      @ThePhotogalleria Před 7 lety +2

      Pay with credit card. No problem - although these are easy to spot. As you said, key phrase is "call before ordering". They probably offer you extra 10% off if you give them your card details directly. So in that sense same level as Nigerian 419 scam.

  • @Darksagan
    @Darksagan Před 4 lety +21

    Ive been watching audiophile videos for weeks looking for engineering cans. I didnt understand what all the reviews meant by separation and other terms.. Until last night when I picked up a pair of Dt-880 and blasted them. I was blown away and couldn't believe Ive never heard sound in this way. Well woke up the day after and just bought the 1990's I am hooked. lol

    • @lukeizze
      @lukeizze Před 3 lety +12

      Just be careful mate, I got into this hobbie a year ago, started with Ifi Zen dac, next minute I've got an RME ADI2, and 4 pairs of headphones, it's a expensive hobbie so get prepared lol

    • @jiminlosthisjamsbecausetae4876
      @jiminlosthisjamsbecausetae4876 Před rokem +1

      @@lukeizze can relate😭

  • @josephredingmusic
    @josephredingmusic Před 7 měsíci +2

    Six years later, that bundle is still there

  • @onixtheone
    @onixtheone Před 4 lety +7

    The website explains it as, “experience the track with the balanced pads, and mix and master with the analytical pads”

  • @MichaelFoleyPhotography
    @MichaelFoleyPhotography Před 7 lety +18

    Well, I thought I was in love with the looks of my Philips X2... these are the best looking cans I've ever seen. I absolutely love my DT-770s, so this is very tempting, but my X2s are already pretty damn good.

  • @csch92
    @csch92 Před 6 lety +12

    have the 1770 for a few months now and god i love them. also love how detailt they are for being closed backs.

  • @kevinsmith9337
    @kevinsmith9337 Před 7 lety +23

    Sounds like you are enjoying the DT 1990 as much as I do, though I prefer the balanced pads over the analytical. They definitely are neutral but are toe-tapping fun and euphoric.

    • @mattrismatt
      @mattrismatt Před 7 lety +5

      I think Z got the pads' descriptions backwards. The primary difference in them is that that the pre-installed Balanced (B) pads will result in more bass than the Analytical (A) pads.

    • @keeferdog5617
      @keeferdog5617 Před 7 lety

      Kevin Smith - you got it! Balanced pads=B A S S

    • @makoro9161
      @makoro9161 Před 7 lety +4

      1bentley4ever how's the soundstage? are 1990 good for fps gaming?

    • @yifeng3007
      @yifeng3007 Před 7 lety +1

      Makoro Gaming this is a really good question! Did you get an answer for it?

    • @makoro9161
      @makoro9161 Před 7 lety +2

      yifeng3007 yes! It is good for gaming! www.head-fi.org/f/threads/beyerdynamic-dt-1990-pro-beyers-open-back-mastering-headphone.814629/page-39

  • @fluorescentblackhole
    @fluorescentblackhole Před 7 lety +30

    Throwback to Jet Set Radio 0:02

  • @SuperTank121212
    @SuperTank121212 Před 5 lety +7

    Nürburgring Trials 😄 As a guy from NÜRNBERG (Nuremberg), this made me crack up, thanks for the laugh Z; keep doing what you're doing, really enjoying this review! 🌠

    • @pplayer666
      @pplayer666 Před 5 lety

      I thought that was rather tasteless.

    • @SuperTank121212
      @SuperTank121212 Před 5 lety

      Eh, to each their own. I think the prosecution of war criminals on a back then unprecedented scale is something to celebrate, not shun.

  • @Locksharpe
    @Locksharpe Před 7 lety +11

    Not gonna lie, I had a heart attack when I heard the JSRF soundtrack 'Humming The Bassline', high quality vidya gmae 10/10

  • @mikeross4384
    @mikeross4384 Před 6 lety +8

    Just got these and compared directly with my HD600, which I preferred over the HE-500 (which I liked more than the LCD 2c) and EL-8 Titanium. They're definitely more detailed in the highs over the hd600, but they're definitely not what I would call sibilant. Mind you I'm sensitive to the treble area. Still, because of the jump in detail retrieval over the hd600 - not just in the treble mind you, but as a whole - I think they're more fatiguing over time. When I say more detailed I mean you can hear individual instruments better, especially behind vocals. The "mental image" of the instruments is clearer I guess is how I would put it. Am using the A pads and it's being run via a Burson Conductor Virtuoso with sabre dac if it helps.

  • @foulplay99
    @foulplay99 Před 3 lety +4

    My DT 1990's arrive tomorrow! Cant wait to give them a spin.

    • @nataflet
      @nataflet Před 3 lety

      They still spin with you?

  • @tobiyokageyama6449
    @tobiyokageyama6449 Před 7 lety +124

    bundle unavailable
    1990 1 left in stock
    lmao
    Z Reviews effect

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +35

      It was like that when I released. I just have poor timing.

    • @tobiyokageyama6449
      @tobiyokageyama6449 Před 7 lety +1

      +Z Reviews how long are the vids delayed compared to patreon?

  • @Jellybeantiger
    @Jellybeantiger Před 6 lety +3

    Love Beyers,built like a tank,really comfortable,velour earpads,I have the dt 990 pros,just love em,they take a while for your ears to adjust but once they do,they sound amazing,give em time,why alot of people can’t get into 70’s prog rock,they listen to an album once and don’t give it time.
    Beyer’s are the 70’s prog rock,jazz rock headphones,have that vintage look of old gear of that era,best.
    I would love these.

  • @housevibez8828
    @housevibez8828 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Man, these headphones are the best thing i ever heard. Its like listening to a whole other track if you put them on.
    How is this even possible, that bass and everything, sound so so great and natural. Love it!

  • @jaysbob
    @jaysbob Před 7 lety +48

    made in Germany, you know the Germans always make good stuff.

  • @BrandonBradford
    @BrandonBradford Před 7 lety +4

    Hey Zios, not to seem flattering but your content gives me the best "no-bullshit" reviews on audio peripherals.
    I would like to hear your review on a Shure SE846. Many of us would.

  • @ts4124
    @ts4124 Před 7 lety +2

    Z it is the other way around. I have these headphones and the ear-pads with the four holes are for analytical (More neutral sound). The other ear-pads with more holes (the ones you didn't put on the headphones) provide a slight bass boost (may be below 60 or 70 Hz). I can confirm that that is true. It is also stated in the manual. Anyways, thanks to you I bought these headphones. I hope they will help me a lot when mixing and mastering.

  • @vi777x4
    @vi777x4 Před 4 lety +12

    These are 400€ permamently on the german amazon. Almost a steal.

    • @a.f.j.
      @a.f.j. Před 4 lety

      vi777x I‘m just scared of the Beyer Peak that fucking rips apart my ears on the DT 990 (250 ohm). I believe him that it‘s better on the DT1990s but my ears seem to be extremely sensitive to this...

    • @rene837
      @rene837 Před 4 lety

      @@a.f.j. The 1990 Pro are not as bad in my opionion, I had both. But they are still quite harsh and I think they are not made to be listened to with very high volume like other cans. But just as "Recommendations In Description"
      said, they smoothen a bit after a few days/weeks, depending on how much you listen to them on a daily basis

  • @adeelzero1445
    @adeelzero1445 Před 7 lety +9

    Zeos, the reason why the DT-1770 is getting bad ratings on Amazon is not because they sound bad. it's because a lot of people are getting their pairs with rattling issues on the right driver and also one guy's pair got broke within a week.

    • @usimortis1940
      @usimortis1940 Před 6 lety

      Well my 770dt 32 ohm broke in less than 2 weeks. 0%editing or mixing. Only listening to music without an amp straight from my motherboard. Beyer refused to do anything and asked me 50euros to repair the damaged driver. Lolz

    • @vik4130
      @vik4130 Před 4 lety +1

      @@usimortis1940 wtf

    • @usimortis1940
      @usimortis1940 Před 4 lety

      I know right? I went back to the shop asked for a refund and they refused. Anyways with some pressure they gave me new ones, 80ohm this time, which I have for like 2 years now, daily usage with a good soundcard. So even though the 32 were shit imo, im very happy with my 80, would recommend to everyone as their first headphones for music/gaming.

    • @vik4130
      @vik4130 Před 4 lety +1

      @@usimortis1940 nice that u like them. Im aint happy with my dt 1770 sadly. They are to neutral and Bassy i miss the Details.

    • @usimortis1940
      @usimortis1940 Před 4 lety

      @@vik4130 770dt 80 ohm at 100€ here in Greece, it's a steal. I dont know anything about the 1770 :/

  • @devilsweapon2609
    @devilsweapon2609 Před 7 lety +14

    I also snagged these Beyerdynamics with the bundle because I mean why not? I've been looking to grab a Beyerdynamic headphones for awhile and these seem to be their best so far. I also don't have true neutral headphones, the HD650s are close but still warm.
    Solved, got everything I asked for in the bundle. Also note, the aftermarket AKG cables, I have not been able to remove the cable since I plugged it in. Cannot pull it out, I have no idea why. Push the button and pull as hard as I dare, and I cannot remove the cable, so it is now permanently attached lol.

    • @geeknproud321
      @geeknproud321 Před 6 lety

      lol that cable does the same thing on my AKGs. Just gently wiggle it around while pulling and it'll come right out.

  • @keeferdog5617
    @keeferdog5617 Před 7 lety +10

    1st- ZEOS GOT IT "RIGHT"-THEY'RE AWESOME! I FOUND A BUNDLE WITH THE BEYERDYNAMIC A20 AMP AND THE DT1990's FOR $699. NOT THE $599 BUNDLE WITH THE FIIO A5. LOOK CLOSE AND FIND THE NO-BRAINER OF 2017! I own it and bought it- The low end and mids are fantastic. The cans are balanced!!!
    Feeding the 1990's with an Astell Kern ak100ll via digital 3.5mm optical out and a Theta CD Transport into a Cary Audio DAC w high end ic’s and pc’s to either a Woo Audio WA3 and a WA6 amps.Using balanced pads for a lil more bottom end grunt. Low end sounds full and natural like bass guitar should-(think Fender P- Bass and Ampeg amplification. Super happy....FINALLY!!! I'm done looking for a great pair of open backs! Keepers for sure!!!

  • @miltoncrosbie5567
    @miltoncrosbie5567 Před 6 lety +6

    I just had these BeyerDynamic hp delivered this week. I had auditioned the 1990 in Hamburg last year.
    They had the balanced pads on them, so I listened with them for 2 days, then switched to the Analytical pads.
    The balanced seem to have a bit more bass. The analytical seem to be more open/airy. I think the soundstage is a bit wider with the analytical pads.
    And certainly more comfortable than my Oppo PM-3.
    I've had them connected to the Oppo 105d and the Parasound P7 pre-amp, if any difference, I don't hear it.
    I have not tried them straight off the Mac mini yet.
    These DT 1990 are worth every penny. Actually lower price on amazon than priced in Germany. $599 to €599($700).

  • @NightTohsa
    @NightTohsa Před 2 lety +2

    I watch this from Germany and his german jokes are so good xD

  • @insederec
    @insederec Před 7 lety +7

    My first were the 880 Pros before I switched to the HD600s I use now. These things look beautiful, regardless of how they sound. I mean I can't really afford them but... I want...

    • @TheSolistGamer
      @TheSolistGamer Před 6 lety +5

      *do it*

    • @insederec
      @insederec Před 4 lety +2

      @Immortal Oh man, what a journey I've been on the last 3 years. Turns out the 600s suck. I got educated. 1990s are by far the best dynamic driver headphones you can buy anywhere in this price range. 880s are just flat out better than 600s. If you really want 600s just get 598s and save the money. Veiled, muddy, no soundstage. Horrible for classical music.

    • @insederec
      @insederec Před 4 lety

      @Immortal First off, only ever use the Analytical (A) pads. The Balanced (B) pads just bloat the bass. As far as sound, 1990s are essentially as flat as dynamics get, with a very slight peak in the highs that otherwise wouldn't be an issue except a lot of headphones have a dip in that area, so a lot of media sounds a little harsh in that range on 1990s. I remedy this by listening to music with better masters and using a tube amp, on occasion. It's not nearly as bad as people say though. They're very fast for dynamics as well. Soundstage is nice and wide but not insanely accurate. Basically, they do everything well but nothing incredible. They're my dailies and my mixing cans. I haven't heard T1s but as I understand they're very similar.

  • @dragonfire61
    @dragonfire61 Před 2 lety +1

    Just ordered a pair from Thomann for $389 USD. Excited to be getting them, been a fan of Beyer for many years.

  • @vote4ulvio
    @vote4ulvio Před 6 lety +13

    What's more enjoyable for music listening the Beyerdynamic dt 1990 or the sennheiser hd660s?

    • @erikacevedo18
      @erikacevedo18 Před 5 lety +11

      1990s

    • @nasserakasheh
      @nasserakasheh Před 5 lety +3

      1990s

    • @turbomustang84
      @turbomustang84 Před 5 lety

      They sound way too much like my Sennheiser HD-600s to me .
      So it is up to your ears the HD-660s would have been my favorite over almost anything except the HD58X exist and they fit that sound signature in my case.
      The 1990s are just too boring to me except I really liked the Highs but I have a sub $60 pair of IEMs that have better highs and so the 1990s just don't do it for me .
      If they were half the price maybe

    • @jmcc2275
      @jmcc2275 Před 5 lety +1

      Robbie's Audio World They’re not like 600’s.

  • @CoolCam55
    @CoolCam55 Před 3 lety +3

    Did Z get the pads mixed up or did I misunderstand him? Aren't the balanced pads the ones with the more holes and has more bass and wouldn't the Analytical pads with less holes be the ones you would master with?

  • @NotOrdinaryInGames
    @NotOrdinaryInGames Před 5 lety +7

    I'll repeat myself to please re-do the recording with different song. Or edit the ones they killed.

  • @ricardoduran2767
    @ricardoduran2767 Před 6 lety +32

    Which portable dac/amp would you recommend to bring out the true potential of the dt 1990's?

    • @dionreload
      @dionreload Před 4 lety +1

      Wonder too..?!

    • @chris-nx1nk
      @chris-nx1nk Před 4 lety

      Me too

    • @shilu6979
      @shilu6979 Před 4 lety +2

      @@chris-nx1nk depends on. I'm on the search as well. Heresy to keep the analytical aspect. Magni 3 + to add a bit of warm. The topping a50 in the line of the 3+ but smoother. Thats what I could summarize reading a lot and watching z reviews. However I haven tried any. I'm powering with a focusrite clarett and I only have that reference. Imho I would go for something warmer like even a tube (just because my amp is quite neutral, analytical).

    • @nikilk
      @nikilk Před 3 lety

      I'm listening to Tidal mastered (MQA) tracks using the SMSL m500 DAC with the analytical pads on these headphones. Every old song sounds refreshingly new, and joyful.

  • @Деазнам
    @Деазнам Před 6 lety +3

    If it helps anyone else - my opinion: The DT1990 sounds like a perfect mix between HE-400i & HD650. It brings all good features together into one enhanced package. (Own all three and selling 400i & HD650 now). HE-400i are the worst of the bunch to me - overrated. HD650 are awesome and love em but a tad too slow and less soundstage/highs than DT1990. Summary: I'd NEVER recommend HE-400i - I'd recommend HD650 for everyone especially for under $300 as they can be had for half the price of the DT1990. And I recommend DT1990 for everyone who wants the best of the best and has $600 to spend.

  • @Po3try27
    @Po3try27 Před 3 lety +4

    Am I the only one who thinks that the 1990s highs are screaming in your ears? Like not pleasant at all and requiring equalizing absolutely

  • @TTDaily
    @TTDaily Před 7 lety +1

    Thank you for showing off those "laser cutholes". Close up shots like that are awesome lol.

  • @josue.guevara
    @josue.guevara Před 7 lety +16

    Just bought these with a Jotunheim/DAC. It's... just... nice.

    • @ziadel-massik4392
      @ziadel-massik4392 Před 6 lety

      what do you mean? I was thinking on getting the Jotunheim for these...

    • @heebbi
      @heebbi Před 4 lety

      jagrblood How is the Bass in the DT 1990, it doesn't lack of bass? For example when you listen EDM... i’m a basshead do you think that for that reason I would be disappointed?

    • @rene837
      @rene837 Před 4 lety

      @@heebbi Bass is extremly clear and punchy and there is enough imao. Also they go really deep into the subbass, however it's no subwoofer, but you can always EQ a bit to your likings, Tesla Drivers respond very nicely to EQ changes.

  • @Spartacous90B
    @Spartacous90B Před 4 lety +4

    DT1990 or AKG 712 pro?

  • @cjr96
    @cjr96 Před 3 lety +1

    listening to this with my 1990s. mmm yes sounds good

  • @nofreebeer
    @nofreebeer Před 7 lety +9

    Well shit.. I have watched this video and the T1 at least 5 times each. Really trying to decide on which to get. I really enjoy listening to my vinyl records on my hd700's. Movies with the HE-400i's and I play my piano with the hd598's. I really want these Beyer-Dynamics but all I can sample locally is Dt 990's which are okay but they have no place in my current collection. So I want to get these to pair with my jotunheim with phono for my classic vinyl. So the question is... these or the T1? Which one would suit me better for the separation of my classical records? Or is there still a better option?

    • @soulfulfool
      @soulfulfool Před 2 měsíci

      DT880 600Ω best option if you have nice tube amp

  • @jorndeboer6608
    @jorndeboer6608 Před 5 lety +6

    These or the Sennheiser 660s? Mostly used for listening to classical music paired with a Schiit Magni 2 and Modi 2.

    • @userk2876
      @userk2876 Před 5 lety +5

      If its for classical music go for the dt 1990s, they have bettter highs. The Sennheiser are warmer

    • @IBakeCookies
      @IBakeCookies Před 5 lety +1

      Same here, but mosly gaming and music, want to pair with dx3, any ideas?

  • @Gofrette
    @Gofrette Před 7 lety

    Hi Zeos!
    Thanks for the review (the waiting was killing me!). But I have to say that apart from the thourough build quality, overall opinion and soundstage analysis, I missed a few of your typical things.
    Like those funny and spot on metaphors you use to describe the different frequency ranges, how they articulate, how things like voices, strings, brass (etc.) sound like. I feel like I don't really know about imaging or how the mids and bass actually behave so that I can kind of compare it to my DT990Pro. I also missed the short "DT1990 vs XXXXX" part you often do, that could indicate if it's worth spending 600€ on these.
    I hope I don't sound like I'm ranting, because the rest of your review is great, as usual. Please keep up! =)
    Cheers from France! (proud we won the butter showdown btw)

  • @TheFatalGuide
    @TheFatalGuide Před 7 lety +9

    How does this compare to the t1 gen 1 and gen 2?

    • @ritzyeow
      @ritzyeow Před 7 lety +1

      Bob The Badger This is much more fun

  • @Alexander5R
    @Alexander5R Před 5 lety +2

    I had the Shures 1540 and they were really well built and super comfortable, but they sounded really boring like you said. Nothing wrong or bad but not exciting. The Audio Technica ATH M70x sounded a lot better and were almost as comfortable. I end up returning the Shure even thought I got them really cheap (less than $300 usd).

  • @horstsamser617
    @horstsamser617 Před 7 lety +2

    thank you... i bought them just now and unboxed them. well build quality is crazy good ^^

    • @horstsamser617
      @horstsamser617 Před 7 lety +2

      update: using a shiit modi 2 and valhalla 2 (with a bit of tube rolling, that made the amp worse and more expensive, since i am capable af) : not the slightest bit of buyers remorse... i love these cans and have never owned anything that came close. will have to eat ramen and ketchup for a month though, maybe sell a kidney... who knows.

    • @horstsamser617
      @horstsamser617 Před 7 lety

      so if anyone uses this combo please help me to choose tubes that are worth the upgrade. tubes are a nightmare to read up on and i am in need for opinions by people on the internet (in other words i am fucked)

  • @jendrikschmidt
    @jendrikschmidt Před 6 lety +5

    i enjoy having neutral headphones would you say its worth it over the hd 650

  • @ntaglialavore
    @ntaglialavore Před 7 lety +7

    Looking for a set of closed cans to call home so I would love to see you get your hands on the 1770's.

  • @uo1147
    @uo1147 Před 7 lety +4

    The cable HATES being straight, but it's a magical German cable with no microphonics.
    Amazing headphones, I own two pairs, however, I think the DT-990 is almost every bit as good.

  • @CardinalsFanever
    @CardinalsFanever Před 4 lety +2

    Great review of fantastic headphones!

  • @bit1979
    @bit1979 Před 7 lety +29

    Please review the focal elear

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +29

      Soon enough.

    • @bit1979
      @bit1979 Před 7 lety +9

      Z Reviews Thanks for the reply. Usually youtube content creators do not reply to the comments. Looking forward for that review. Thinking on getting them (or something on the range). Also would be nice what´s good to power them to get the best of them. Thanks for all the Reviews Zeos, I watch all of them :)

    • @NightmareFactory830
      @NightmareFactory830 Před 5 lety +3

      @@ZReviews ONE YEAR LATER

    • @3therspark63
      @3therspark63 Před 4 lety +2

      @@NightmareFactory830 another year later

  • @PTNOPOT
    @PTNOPOT Před 7 lety +4

    jsrf soundtrack brings me back to the days

  • @CaptnKrksNippls
    @CaptnKrksNippls Před 7 lety +6

    It's finally here yay! Do you have the 1060's in yet Z?

  • @palefaced1
    @palefaced1 Před 3 lety +1

    I have these and the t1. I agree that these are slightly behind but still excellent

  • @jakobfirnrohr3351
    @jakobfirnrohr3351 Před 5 lety +2

    Which leaves me with the question: DT1990 PRO or Monoprice Monolith m1016?

  • @explodingheavens
    @explodingheavens Před 3 lety +1

    i like the pads that bring down 8k frequency, basically perfect then. Flat with bass and not sharp highs, about flat. Hi res like hi end planars, but with bass. The only bassy planar I know of is 100x their price lol.

  • @zelven6109
    @zelven6109 Před 6 lety +3

    I use this for gaming and its a head blower

    • @heebbi
      @heebbi Před 4 lety

      How is the Bass? it doesn't lack of bass? For example when you listen EDM... i’m a basshead... do you think that for that reason I would be disappointed?

    • @zelven6109
      @zelven6109 Před 9 měsíci

      ​​​@@heebbi woah years later and my tastes have grown hold up-
      okay so im a massive competitive gamer and exclusively play games competitively regardless, and for that reason we would need something with good dynamics and seperation plus a nudge of that tinnitus treble spike. So these are good for that.
      In context of music however, its close to "Meh" as i could describe (i would consider these phenomenal 6 years ago though), of it being made to monitor. Definitely not made for audiophiles though. But for YOUR taste specifically, yep definitely a huge nope.

  • @scottmichaels1764
    @scottmichaels1764 Před 2 lety

    The breakdown of the cable packaging had me rolling!

  • @Rudenbehr
    @Rudenbehr Před 6 lety +4

    I heard the Jet Set Radio garage music and I AM SUBBED SO HARD BB

  • @beau8098
    @beau8098 Před 4 lety +2

    Hey man love your reviews. I've been debating on these or the LCD-X or the LCD-MX4. Obviously MX4 is like... I have to make a serious decision lol. But I'm thinking the MX4 or the X is the move. My friend preaches these beyerdynamic ones. What do you think now that you've reviewed a bunch of headphones? Mixing and mastering btw.

  • @RamboFPS
    @RamboFPS Před 3 lety

    Good review mate!!

  • @dillacorn_linux
    @dillacorn_linux Před 6 lety +1

    DT1990 or HD 660s? I just bought the HD 660s because I knew I wouldn't be disappointing for an all around good headphone for use with everything. Gaming, music, media watching cetera cetera

  • @ZReviews
    @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +21

    32 MEG.. czcams.com/video/CXJKPA8HxHc/video.html

    • @Draxcer
      @Draxcer Před 7 lety +2

      didnt know what you meant til it happened...3x

    • @user-hg4ei1lx2p
      @user-hg4ei1lx2p Před 7 lety +1

      Z Reviews Can you please do the Lp2's from Vmoda anytime soon?

    • @towatchvids
      @towatchvids Před 7 lety +1

      By the way, I hate to make you even more curious @Z Reviews, but the Gen 2 T1 has all the improvements of the DT1990 pro, including the nicer treble. The Amiron home is also like a HD 650, with treble closer to the DT1990. It doesn't sound anything like the T90.

    • @Atodaso
      @Atodaso Před 7 lety +1

      I would rather see an all-out review of the M-100's - The one he did with the Crossfade LP really didn't do the M-100's justice.

  • @gypsygib
    @gypsygib Před 6 lety +2

    I thought the balanced pads (more holes) added more bass and the analytical was more neutral. Weird that Z says the opposite.

  • @bert8904
    @bert8904 Před 7 lety +14

    gonna review the nightowls?

  • @ktfjulien
    @ktfjulien Před 7 lety +7

    I linked you the nesquik coffee pumper thingy in the video you mentioned it but you never said anything man.

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +13

      Because I have not bought it yet. I just keep the tab open all the time.

  • @sloblo
    @sloblo Před 7 lety +1

    There has been a few of these crazy bundles on headphones lately. I got some Shure 215s with an A1 amp and 32 gb card for 103$ - the shures are like 95 on their own.

  • @sardinaoraculo7814
    @sardinaoraculo7814 Před 7 lety +4

    please help. i ve cut down my options to four headsets for mixing and mastering : the hd 650, the dt 1990, the monolith 1060, and the final sonorus III. I can´t make my mind on which one to buy.

    • @sardinaoraculo7814
      @sardinaoraculo7814 Před 7 lety

      regarding sound quality and clarity

    • @rene837
      @rene837 Před 4 lety

      @@sardinaoraculo7814 monolith 1060 and 650 are a good bit warmer and smoother than the 1990, for clarity definitely the 1990 and the bass on the 1990 is much better than on the other two cans, in my opinion. But beware, the 1990 Pro can be a lot harsher at times

  • @zenboy2000
    @zenboy2000 Před 4 lety

    Thank you Mr Pantera, I now know that I'd very much like try these!

  • @rene837
    @rene837 Před 4 lety +2

    These or the Tygr 300 r? I've read online that they even tough they are much cheaper come pretty close to the 1990 Pro.

  • @beezlebub3955
    @beezlebub3955 Před rokem

    Oh how far we have come since this, am seriously considering the 1990’s at this point though

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před rokem +5

      I regret not owning them

  • @EDG3PC
    @EDG3PC Před 7 lety +1

    Cant wait for Z to put his hands on the Philips X2HR.

  • @rollinweight3800
    @rollinweight3800 Před 6 lety +1

    Dt1990 vs athr70 for referencing mixing and slight mastering trap n r&b ?????????????
    Which one

  • @Music-ic3uw
    @Music-ic3uw Před 4 lety +1

    I have the DT990 Pro 250 Ohm version and the 600 Ohm versions. At some point they both started to crackle on high bass.
    Would that likely still be the case if I upgrade to a DT 1990? I also have the Sennheiser 660s and the T1 2nd Gen in mind. Or should I be looking at something else altogether?
    My budget is $1000.
    Oh…and I’m buying this primarily for action and sci-fi movies.

  • @lindsethnittisju797
    @lindsethnittisju797 Před rokem +1

    this still worth buying in 2023?

  • @lod4964
    @lod4964 Před 4 lety +1

    Should I get these or the lcd-x? I'll use between gaming ,music, and movies

  • @jerbienmanawatao3879
    @jerbienmanawatao3879 Před 6 lety +1

    I just ordered Darkvoice from Massdrop and planning on upgrading my DT990 pro-250ohm to DT990 600ohm or DT1990.
    Which are better and worth it?

  • @bobcoco6047
    @bobcoco6047 Před 7 lety +1

    5:31 this was a pretty analytical orgasm , but I still appreciate it.
    Great review, as always, & I take the occasion to remind the pairs I'd be willing to see reviewed as well :
    - Status audio HD2 (still my only pair, still enjoying them, it's been a whole year now)
    - B&O H9 that just came out
    - Focal Listen, ELEAR & Utopia (lol)
    - Prosodia Bora (cheaper) & Zephyr (analytical, ideal for studio monitoring/production/mastering), very serious engineering, they master Controled & progressive directivity, wider sweet spot, stereoscopic imaging & dynamic... For those I think I can help as I know them personally.
    - portable speakers like JBL Charge 2+, 3, Extreme, B&O M5... Don't know if you plan to do such a serie, if so it would be great & diversify even more
    Anyway, I'm looking forward to becoming a billionaire so that I can get all this shit, & broadcat weird orgasms as well!

    • @NeoKronos44
      @NeoKronos44 Před 5 lety

      As an owner of B&O H6 and H8, and tried the H9... STAY AWAY.
      JBL bluetooth speakers are only worth it sound-wise at 50% off, or better.

  • @sebotaged
    @sebotaged Před 5 lety +1

    Would you recommend the DT1990 or AD2000x for gaming? Or is there any other ideal headohone you recommend? Please help!!

  • @TrivoMarjanovic
    @TrivoMarjanovic Před 7 lety +2

    can i use my focusrite 214 audio interface for these. or do they need more power. thanks

  • @konrad910
    @konrad910 Před 2 lety +1

    why is the sound demo private?

  • @montresor2220
    @montresor2220 Před 7 lety +1

    Have the dt990/600 driven by a little dot mkiii with tubes for soundstage. Mainly use them for gaming / footsteps, but also like listening to music. I edit television professionally, so I'd also use for scoring / sound design. Would these be enough of an upgrade to my existing setup to warrant the price?

  • @mull-sd9dz
    @mull-sd9dz Před 7 lety +4

    Hi, could i please ask anyone on here for recommendations on a decent amp for these dt1990's ? I've seen so many reviews and looked at so many headphone amps that my head is spinning. I don't want to go to extremes in price, i just want to run them efficiently without going over the top as i know after a certain price point the benefits are tiny. I've seen Graham Slee, Violectric/Lake people, Audio Fidelity, Feliks and many more but I'm just getting more lost. Any help would be appreciated 👍

  • @ManateeMentality
    @ManateeMentality Před 7 lety

    Song at the beginning: Jet Set Radio Future - Humming The Bassline (D.S. Remix)
    from one of the greatest video game soundtracks ever.

  • @colonelbasic9736
    @colonelbasic9736 Před 7 lety +7

    DT1990 or the M560 which is your preference?

    • @ZReviews
      @ZReviews  Před 7 lety +8

      If I am mixing. 1990. If I am feeling frisky.. 560

    • @colonelbasic9736
      @colonelbasic9736 Před 7 lety

      Well im the frisky type so i guess ive saved money here, just need to get them delivered to England now thx

    • @keeferdog5617
      @keeferdog5617 Před 7 lety +7

      Colonel Basic - bullocks! Save up n buy the 1990's- they'll blow the 560's away

    • @ultradude5410
      @ultradude5410 Před 6 lety +1

      Actually, I own both, and both see a lot of use
      The 560 is just a ton of fun, though the 1990 is clearly “technically” better
      I still use my 560 a ton purely because they’re so fun and intense

    • @MrOliver1444
      @MrOliver1444 Před 6 lety +1

      Amiron home!

  • @warc8us
    @warc8us Před 7 lety

    ITS HERE!! DT1990 IS LOVE, DT1990 IS LIFE!!

  • @BulgBeats
    @BulgBeats Před 5 lety +1

    I have these on my Apollo 8 duo interface, do you reckon I am getting good enough sound from the built in preamps in this interface or should I get another headphone Amp ?
    thanks for your review and time 🙏🏼

  • @Dragonman1113
    @Dragonman1113 Před 5 lety +1

    Great review, im gonna get these headphones soon but i was wondering if Fostex HP-A4 would be a great DAC with these headphones. What do you think?

  • @jeffkatzenell4578
    @jeffkatzenell4578 Před 7 lety +1

    hey z reviews - i have been using a pair of DT990's with a fiio e10k for a while now. my mom has a hearing problem and i am trying to find a nice pair of bassy headphones for her like these 990's, but i was wondering if these 1990's would be better for her. would also need a good amp to go with it. i have an unlimited budget for this. was also wondering how these 1990's compare to something like the HD800s? thanks!!!

  • @towatchvids
    @towatchvids Před 7 lety

    I almost thought this day would never come!

  • @TheRadiationkiller
    @TheRadiationkiller Před 7 lety +3

    what dac did you use?

  • @ChillToMusic87
    @ChillToMusic87 Před 2 lety

    "This is how Germans wrap coiled cables, like Aids" 😂😂😂

  • @antonzinn2293
    @antonzinn2293 Před 5 lety +1

    But how do they compare to m1060 ?

  • @jonnyboi9026
    @jonnyboi9026 Před 6 lety

    The song in the beggining was humming the bass line Jet set radio ost.

  • @Cootsie
    @Cootsie Před 5 lety +4

    In 2019 is there anything better at this price range?

    • @samuelwhite7212
      @samuelwhite7212 Před 5 lety

      I haven’t heard these, but I have heard the Sendy Aiva’s and I’d guess they’re better based on what I heard.

    • @anemoia8010
      @anemoia8010 Před 5 lety

      I personally prefer the Sennheiser HD 660S, but that comes down to preference I suppose. Also I've heard the Hifiman Sundara is very good.

  • @TheMrFishnDucks
    @TheMrFishnDucks Před 7 lety +1

    Those are some awesome headphones, that bundle is a steal. Nice review. Keep up the good work.

  • @spencerklammisstfo
    @spencerklammisstfo Před 3 lety +1

    The Nurburgring Trials? Were those time trials?

  • @RR-ik9cg
    @RR-ik9cg Před 7 lety +4

    So do they sound Good?

  • @ShadowBrick11
    @ShadowBrick11 Před 7 lety +2

    Hey Z, I'm thinking of buying a pair of AKG and I've narrowed it down to 2 pairs: AKG K7xx's & K712's. I've seen both reviews but I'm still confused about which one is better (or what the difference is).
    Thanks,
    The Eleventeenth Siege

  • @avanith3579
    @avanith3579 Před 4 lety +3

    Is a JDS OL DAC + JSD ATOM AMP good enough to power these well?

    • @Flackferry
      @Flackferry Před 4 lety

      I power my pair with Oppo HA-2 SE and they sound great.