beyerdynamic DT770 Pro 80 Ohm Review
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- čas přidán 10. 12. 2014
- Please watch my DT group review for a comparison of impedances for more information. • beyerdynamic DT770 DT8...
What an awesome set of cans. Physics-defying for sure.
Listening to them right now as I type out the description. Yeah, the treble really can be sibilant sometimes, but really only if you like to crank the volume a lot. It just seems less grating than my DT880 Pro at higher volumes. Also the upper treble detail really is lacking, that's probably the biggest flaw in these other than the fact that the bass is so powerful that some may not like it. It is very deep and rich and doesn't bleed into the mids at all though. It's a LOT better than the M50 bass, for example. Not muddy in the slightest IMO. A friend of mine is interested in the 880 and I'll be selling it to him as a Christmas present. I did forget to mention that the cord is a straight 10' cable terminated in a 3.5mm stereo connector. I bought mine used so I'm not sure if they come with a 1/4" adapter but I would be very surprised if they didn't as they are a professional headphone. Also, they are easily driveable by motherboard audio but will do a lot better with a soundcard with an amp like the Xonar DGX that I use. A phone can drive them, but you wouldn't want to use these portably with such a long cable that can't be replaced. What a great set of cans, I'll say it yet again, absolutely awesome, guys. Buy with confidence. Stay tuned for reviews of the AKG K240 Studio and AKG K271 Mk II.
Measurements of various versions of the DT770:
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Excellent review even 7 years later. Bought the 80 ohm and absolutely love them. The bass is there...but tight as you said and sounds excellent. The highs are there as Beyerdynamic is known for, but not as bright. I'm listening to a lot of albums that I know inside and out, and it's like listening to these albums for the first time all over again. Thanks for the review as it helped me move away from the ATH 40x and 50x. I needed this...
"I'm listening to a lot of albums that I know inside and out, and it's like listening to these albums for the first time all over again". I felt like that after buying my 30 dollar Tribit Xfree Tune lol
Did you consider the 700 pro X? I have trouble finding reliable direct comparison between these.
Unfortunately I still haven't heard the 700X yet myself. Hopefully someday Andrew over at the headphone show will directly compare it to the 770
@@metal571 Thanks for tuning in!
Good to know you are enjoying it. But I couldn't. It was very sibilant, trebles were piercing my ears. So bright. So bassy. Very V-shaped headphone. Excellent for a 2 hour movie watching, but then fatigue will set in. Anyone looking for a neutral headphone should look elsewhere.
One of the best reviews I've seen of headphones. You have a very likable personality. Great job man :)
Hope the 9 to 5 doesn't wear you down too much
+GamingTaylor yeah I really liked these lol thanks. I'm surviving the work life so far thankfully
@@metal571 is it work with Audient ID Audio interface? 4 please reply.
I just bought them, even after your second thoughts.
I'm happy.
You're one of the good guys.
Forward, greetings from Amsterdam.
+nightgoat melvins great I'm glad. I'm hoping that the new one I bought was just the odd one out.
Guess I'm just lucky killer then, anyway I'm not a 'audiophile' at all.
I just have a good taste on music. B-]
But now we are on it;(excuse me man)
DT 770(just that one regardless type/year) AKG K 550/553 or A900X ?
Yep, I know, too much differences etc but, just give me one mate.
(listining ao; TOOL Melvins to 'alternative folk' like Bonnie Prince Billy etc. (excuse me for rambling)
I think its a good thing among others, that you are honest and brave enough to change your 'mind/feeling' about things.
Last question; what kinda music/sounds you like ?
Hulde,(thats old an old dutch word for a very good thing)
+nightgoat melvins I like all 3 but if I had to have one, probably the A900X just because it's the most unique. For me the main two genres are hardstyle and metal
ps and me ain't tripping on da Amsterdam ganja, dig ? ;)
I thought you would, I can buy one for 100 euro including shipping.
But I just bought the 770.
If I recall it well you had some mixed feelings about the A900X after all.(I am not asking for more info;)
Somewhere I've read the build quality is not to great.
Anyway, thanks a lot, keep on moving, eat and drink good stuff and be well.
Later,
Eus
Listened to your advice and picked these up as an upgrade to my ATH-M50s and I'm very happy with the decision! I'll be tuned in to hear more of your recommendations :)
I just bought a set of ATH M50x BT2 the git a great sound is it me or do you think the lack volume , I tried many eq but last volume for me I got a 50 bucks set off Amazon called Tuiny and I kid you not the are very close in sound but have a tiny bit more bass and over all volume ,I was think of bringing back my ATH-M50S BT2 ,want more power my 370 bucks I play off my ipad and phone alot any recommendations ??? The might just do it
Your review videos are addictive. Your laid back style is very unique, and you pack your review videos with a ton of information. I just ordered these headphones after researching for several days, and I can't wait until they arrive on Monday. I record with an old school 8 track Tascam mk2 488 cassette format, and I think these are going to be a perfect fit. Thanks for all the great info 571. I feel very confident about this purchase, and I'm very glad I found your channel.
Subbed, you are without a doubt my favorite headphones reviewer!
Thanks :) I bought my 770 pros 80 ohms after watching your review. Got them delivered to me today. I must say that these are pure pleasure to listen.
Thanks glad you enjoy, they really are a blast and I miss my pair.
David Ekstrom Each of us can have a subjective definition of loudness :) 125db is definitely louder than 96db. Anything beyond 96db can lead you to a danger zone and can affect your hearing in a long term, especially if you intend to use them for extended hours. Since, I have not experienced T70’s I will stick to what DT770’s have to offer.
These headphone are very comfortable if you want to use them for long hours. The omnidirectIonality and sound-space is very good. It feels like you are listening to music in an open space or a large room. You can easily pick where the sound is coming from. These are loud enough, they reach the uncomfortable levels on peak volume without any sound distortion. The bass is just right (it is natural and sounds how its supposed to without any artificial augmentation.) - You cannot go wrong with these.
T70’s are about three times the price so they must be better in built and sound. What I know is that they are more analytical, which is good if you are using them in a studio setting for recording or editing music.
David Ekstrom You must not be reading the specs right, sensitivity is not the same thing as maximum SPL. T70s are not better, in fact a lot of the Tesla driver headphones Beyer makes are worse than their classic drivers.
THESE WILL RUN OUT OF A PHONE, BUT WONT GET VERY LOUD. I get a lot of questions about amping requirements. You need at least a low power amp (like a FiiO K3) to get these to above normal listening volume. This applies to the 80 ohm version only. 250 ohm absolutely requires an amp and I'd recommend a JDS Atom for that at least.
Seeing as this video has become so popular, let me just point out here that I still hold the same opinion - for the unit that I reviewed in this video. I own another one of these now that DMS reviewed and while I still think it's a uniquely great option, the sound is indeed fairly sibilant and bassy. The K371 is more accurate FR wise but loses on soundstage, build quality, and comfort.
metal571 are the DT250 80 Homme the same as these headphones just differently branded?
I have two pairs of those that I have had since 2002 LOL, like thanks apart from the cable they can withstand anything
Seeing as I have thoroughly gotten into this expensive hobby, I definitely don’t need two of those LOL, if interested I can send you one of them. I’m pretty sure the different headphones but I don’t know where I read it that they were the same just differently branded
+Koji G honestly never heard of that version but they do come in 80 and 250 ohms still
Interesting, then on the one who is mistaken in that case, yea Dt250 they take the same concept as the one you’re reviewing, close back, stu do you use for monitoring, that’s where I usually use that most of the time for mixing and editing audio recordings through college and university. Very very neutral pleasing sound astonishingly good imaging stereo separation for a close back,. Though the bastards do need some serious power to drive them, if interested I can send you one of my spares for review if you like. Like I said they built like a tank every part can be replaced and I’ve been using them literally for the last 15 years non-stop.
+Koji G I'm really looking more for the 250 ohm model
metal571 I don’t have one of those lying around but if I come across one and it comes into my position, I will send it your way
Highly detailed review, thank you my good Sir.
nice review man, i appreciate yu bruh. you talk like a real person.
You talk like a real person too, bruh
@@pmAdministrator you also talk like a real person, dude
So many real people here
😂This thread
had mine for over 15yrs and love these cans, read hear all sorts of strange reactions to their sound. i agree with you, theyre amazin ! esp for their price. i recently renewed mine and out of curiousity decided to try the 16ohm versions on my phone. wasnt disapointed. its refreshing to hear a review from someone who understands what sound should be like and is able to express it.
Lovely detailed review. I bought new pair, been using them for over a week, literally rediscovering my music over many genres. Best of all I have not encountered any sibilance in the treble....
Bought a pair of these after watching your review. I'd say they're pretty much exactly as you described them. Good for tracking, but also a fun headphone (esp. in the bass) for listening when I don't want to annoy people around me. Would love to see a review of the DT 1350.
Do you still recommend them for metal?
@@MegaFabioRocks lol same question, have you tried them now, after a year?
Love your reviews! Super chill.
Thorough, descriptive, intelligent, but laid back and easy to understand why the DT770's are still so good to this day. I subscribed awhile back after watching this review, but came back and watched it again. I know you did this review all the way back in 2014, but this review is the reason I finally just put down for these cans in 2021. LE version of these, with black velour pads. Thank you man.
Hopefully you end up enjoying it. I still have a pair but not this original one I reviewed, and the K361 and K371 have significantly surpassed it in the frequency response tuning, but the soundstage, comfort, and build keep me coming back to the 770
@@metal571 Thank you for the reply back. I've considered the K371's or even the 61's as well, they certainly have a more 'modern' form factor per say, with the mini XLR jack, a BT option, and all-around aesthetic. And I've been aware they sound pretty great too, but... I guess I've just lusted after the DT770's and, as you note, their particular soundstage for far too long, to turn back now. P.s. I realize you're not doing this anymore. And as your last upload was 2019. I hope whatever new endeavours you are attending yourself to have been both enjoyable and profitable for you. All the best!
Great and genuine review which is very rare these days.. Really happy with these cans. In your other videos you made an important distinction between the 80 Ohm and 250 Ohm versions, the harsh and sibilant sound of the 250 Ohm. That kinda clarified my doubt about the 250 Ohm and made me buy the 80 Ohm.
Thanks a lot...
your reviews are fantastic man please keep this up
Thanks to your review I bought them at Amazon, cheers from Mexico!
I would always recommend these over the M50x, have you seen my review of those? Lol
Just bought these headphones the other day, and your review of them is what pushed me to make the decision. So thanks! I've listened with them for around nine hours now, and I'm very happy with them. They are my first closed back headphones, and after getting through the first claustrophobic moments, I can say that they are the best ones I've had yet. Great for listening to all kinds of music, and playing games. I love the clarity, and I don't usually crave for boomy bass, which these don't deliver.
they just arrived but i have to wait till christmas, but i'm excited
@@driftboard any feedback? Merry Christmas 🙂. I'm so conflicted because on rtings they say these(80ohm) don't do well in the bass without an amp and I'm now eyeing the AKG k371 but the promised Soundstage of the Beyer and perhaps good bass has me stuck between a rock and a hard place. I've got a fiio m3pro wich can work as a usb dac and amp using its quad dac found in LG high end phones though im not sure that's enough.
did you plug them directly into pc or do you have an amp
Excellent details you talk about here.. I love open headphones but I am now finding myself wanting a closed set for the days the AC kicks on in the room.. and for late night listening without bothering others. Great review and the things you point out are valid. Thank you !
Just ordered these after seeing this review.... I mean I have beats solo 2 so hopefully it's an upgrade! Anyways good video man you've helped me out a lot!
Reece Keeble almost anything should be an upgrade
Androvich lol true
I'm always skeptical about most things, but you are good, subbed
one of my fav reviewers out there ... nice work, bro :-)
Fantastic review. And great to see there is so much to like about these. Thanks so much for posting.
Nice review! I've owned my A900X for 5 years and I love 'em, but now any substantial bass causes them to crackle pretty bad - probably from minor cushion tear, or from a damaged driver. I got the 770 Pro 250 Ohm from Massdrop for $130, can't wait to see how they compare to the A900X. I'm mostly hoping for better noise isolation since I plan to use 'em for my electronic kit, and I don't want to hear much of my strikes on the drum pads.
Great review, very knowledgeable and you covered a lot of details clearly that a lot of other reviewers leave out. I just got these at their lowest ever price on Amazon at 143 USD, looking forward to hearing them.
+David Brown I still regret selling mine. Awesome cans, even for those not experienced with "audiophile" stuff
+metal571 Yea I'll be most likely be selling my pair ATH-M50x's when these come, I'm not a big fan of those either. Been searching for a quality pair of closed back cans to use at work, I went back to using IEM's because the Audio Technicas were so fatiguing.
David Brown yeah you can see I was also not impressed with them in my review of those either
Just purchased a pair of these based on your review. Amazing you are spot on. I only wish I had heeded your advice on the Sennheiser Momentum a total disappointment lifeless... the only issue I have is with the fatigue in my cheeks from the permanent smile the DT770’s have put on my face... thank you
I picked one of these up based partly on your review - thank you. I found them great overall but with some songs, a bit too enclosed and with bass a bit too hollow (I am used to the open back Grado sound). However then I bought some softer valour pads from eBay (not even branded Beyerdynamic), and now these sound better to me, lost some bass but they are a lot more open, more pleasant and comfortable for longer listening sessions.
Got mine today! Your review definitley convinced me :P
Hopefully yours is as good as I describe here lol
You sound very passionate about them! Kinda contagious!!
What an amazing review. Well spoken, my friend!
I was on the fence between getting the DT770 Pro and the ATH M50X. Both your reviews really helped, since you adressed exactly the issues I was worried about. Great job. Informative, detailed, objective and with performance in mind. DT770 it is.
How is it?
Also interested to hear what you think
Although these headphones are considered to be closed back, the rear chamber isn't sealed because they are bass reflex. That's probably why they perform similar to open back headphones.
I have tried the k361, k371, dt 700 prox and out of all the dt 770 pro 80 ohm is the best for gaming and general music listening
Really good and detailled review! I can truly confirm those facts..i love this pair of headphones from the first day i used it..since it sounds absolutely stunning and amazing for a closed-back design..i used the Audio Technica ATH-M50x before and wasn´t really satisfied since they sound very confined and narrow in sound stage compared to the Beyerdynamic. And the bass is also much more intrusive and less precise than this one...not to mention the wearing comfort, which is simply awesome at the Beyerdynamics..you can wear them for hours and hours without any discomfort..
You should have so many more subscribers. I love all your reviews and you convinced me to buy some 770 Pros. Thank you!
hopefully you enjoyed them
@@metal571 Just got them today. They are waaay different that the Audio Technica ATH-M3X I had prior. The sounds are 100x more realistic. I am using it for a Roland electronic drumkit and sadly it doesn't have any bass/treble adjustments. I was forced to mess with each individual drum sound but I am not able to really EQ it per say. Any suggestions for a small inline EQ that I could use to adjust the headphones? Thank you
After watching this video... I guess I made a decision!
Good for you, bruh.
Thanks for saying.
Great review bro, love the detail and the knowledge. Cheers mate :)
Very detailed description man! I’ll def be purchasing these over the ATH M50x!!
Thank you so much for the review, bro! I just got mine. Great decision!
-but I will make a mini-XLR mod- (scrapped)
I can only afford one pair. I need a capable headphone for tracking Rock vocals and reference monitoring. Are these 770 pro's not capable enough for both tasks ?
+Oneby 1 the 880s are unsuitable for tracking, period.
I'm in the same position!
Ordered a pair. They sound like what I want in a set of headphones.
Be sure to let us know if you like
Great review, convinced me to buy some 80 ohm 770s last week! At first I was disappointed by the sound, I was expecting deep bass response as you mentioned right out of the box. But a week later, they're broken in and are like subs on my ears. Thanks!
I'm not a big believer in burn in so maybe you just had to get used to the sound. It's especially the case if you've never had other audiophile headphones before. Very different. Glad you also enjoy in the end
Possibly that I got used to them, and you're right, I never had any audiophile cans either. But at the least the earcups have definitely softened and seal better, and the sound seems to be warmer overall than when they were new
Matt Poon yeah the pads can make a huge difference on beyerdynamics. Keep the pads in good shape. Once they start flattening or yellowing after a year or two, be sure to replace them.
Your reviews are one of the main the reason why I own both a K371 and a DT770-80 ohms. Cheers!
So do I, still to this day. They both have their uses
What is the difference of k371 and DT770? Is a difference of soundstage?
I love using these for gaming. Specifically 80 ohm with a good external microphone! Great setup.
What Amp/Dac do you use.
@@whitesta8685 If you get a schiit, you should be good
@@clorox9731 I now bought a Sharkoon dac s. I cant buy Shiit in my country.
Im sold buying them now. Thanks for the excellent review.
I've been using the dt770 80 almost every night for two years with a mid range gigabyte motherboard built in dac and find them great. The only thing i may do is replace the pads this year as they have squashed down a bit overtime and aren't quite as comfy/cushiony as they were. I've only compared them to some wired bose headphones which had overpowering bass compared to the beyers more tight bass. I was wearing them on the train a while ago and a sound engineer across the carriage started talking to me about them, aswel as his stax headphones (which he wasn't wearing) :) Nice review :)
I just found your channel and I really like you. Too many reviewers nowadays are sellout salesmen who only say good things about the products. I like the honest, plain-old-joe reviews.
+Dennis Ping thanks let me know if you have any questions
+metal571 What do you think of the NVX xpt-100 or the brainwavs hm5? Everyone says they sound really neutral. I have them and to me it seems like they have A LOT of treble and arent balanced.
+Darkon Ookami XPT100? I reviewed the XPT100 and hated it. Super aggressive upper mids. The HM5 I heard in person was a lot smoother.
Perfect for V-drums btw. Great review!
Are you using an electronic drums? I have bought them for using in a EF Note 5, so hopefully these are good enough.
Could not agree more, DT770's are awesome. I have the 80-ohm versions too, what a nice pair to begin (like me) the journey of good headphones. HD600 and LCD-2 have some more ear-time nowadays, but these are still the ones I pick when recording tracks. I just listened to these for a few tracks, man they sound nice, still.
Ze Bubba what amp do you use
I have been using those cans at work for 4 years now, 4-8 hours per day. I think that even 300e would be ok value. So very highly recommend!
Very good review. You cover very important points!
nice video thanks alot subbed for that half-life logo you got me there again dude...
Gotta keep faith
You are so right in the review, except one thing. I bought recently these cans and the sound is really so amazing and enjoyable, BUT it's so pity that they can't go really loud, (the 80Ω version), because a distortion starts getting anoying. But then again the quality of the sound is so rewarding. Thanx for reviewing anyway!
Excellent review, they are particularly good at low volume.
Damn, I guess I need to review my pair too. They deserve it. You are very much on point.
@@anderstegnellgaming9790 Hah, you're patient! I'm pretty much done reviewing hp gear, but cheers for waiting :)
Ze must earn some kind of award. I can't think of too many other names that have been subbed to me almost from the very beginning
@@metal571 Cheers! It was just great while it lasted.
Bought these after watching this and love them. Prefer their sound to my V-moda m100s and on sound and comfort they piss all over the M50 x(now sold) You and z are the only reviewers I trust with regards to sound quality.
I feel mixed about this review now. The used DT770 80 ohm units I've heard sound just like I described here, but I recently bought a new one and it's a lot brighter. So hopefully you got one of the better ones, sounds like it. Lol
metal571 the one I have is definitely not bright, more like how you describe in the review, treble is smooth even when not equalised and the bass is awesome, must have got lucky, mine is a ltd edition ( black pads) version. 80 ohm sold in Uk.
+Chris Downer maybe I got a dud. But mine is a brand new Pro 80 ohm. Oh well hopefully the sound I described is still being made out there for at least some 80 ohm editions. Should have never sold my old one lol
metal571 Thanks for reply's and thanks for the informative and impartial reviewing.
would you recommend these for producing music
how flat is the frequency response? how do they compare to audiotechnica athm50x? I need new monitoring headphones for producing
my current ones havve macx input 1600mW , these only have 100mW ?...
No. Too much bass and treble alike. DT770s are monitoring headphones, I'd never use them for mixing
@@metal571 I use them to check my track and i mix on my yamaha HS7 .... I have try the DT880 but to much "250-300Hz" and
to much treble for me ... I love the sound of the DT770. All things i can't hear on my HS7, i can hear with the dt770 ...
@@metal571 Which headphones WOULD you recommend then for music production around the same price point? Edit: I produce Dubstep and EDM by the way, thus why I was considering this one.
Great review man! I think I'll going to do a review of the DT-990 Pro 250-ohm sometime soon, and then eventually the STAX SR-009 (Sadly, the only two headphones I own currently). My brother also has a DT-880 or DT-770 (I forgot which model and amount of ohms), as well as a Darth Beyer modified pair (I forgot which model exactly), but I would like to compare them to the DT-990 in a review as well (I also owned the fabulous flagship T1 for a while, so I'll certainly discuss my memories of it compared them to those). Looking forward to more great videos!
Sounds great. I'm listening to my K240 Studio as I type, and I almost though I was going to sell them, but not anymore. Man are they killer for the price, and I'll explain why so stay tuned. I might even shoot that one tonight.
Sorry to sub so late, I've been browsing the comments and read someone saying you nolonger post much 💔, I've just concluded my search for these with your video(which I've watched many times doing research). I am slowly saving up for these and hope that the sound tuning hasn't changed by now in 2021 or has atleast changed for the better(80 ohm) . Thank you for making this video🙂🙏🏾, hopefully I'll find my lifetime audio companion in what you recommended. 🇿🇦Take care.
Hey metal. Thank you very much for this great and detailed review, it's rare to find such quality analysis from a fellow audio fan. It definitely weighted on my decision to purchase the DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm. From everything you described, it seemed like the perfect Headphone that was looking for, and it was! Crisp crystal clear on highs, good mids, lows that are ready to boom when the source orders it to, just a great balance of enjoyment, colored, but that was exactly what I was looking for, after more than an year on a ATH M50 alone, which is really flat, great for audio editing, but I wanted more, for games, music and movies. I needed some color.
I can't come back to the ATH now after having the DT on my head haha. Instrument separation is just superb on the DT 770 Pro, such fullness of detail everywhere.
I like how accurately you describe Headphones on your reviews, it was exactly what you said, so, I'll put further trust in your other videos.
I think we share a similar taste in audio, because of this, after I saw your review of the AKG Q 701, that will be my next investiment in the future, seems like a dream.
Again, thank you very much for this review, it was truly helpful to me. I was kinda lost between choices, but not anymore after your review. I still want the HD 598, but it can wait until I get my hands on the Q 701 first.
I have two questions:
1) What is the best Headphone to this day that you judge to have the best soundstage bellow the 300 price range, that you've experienced?
2) What are you thoughts on the ATH M50 compared to the DT 770 Pro? As I described, I find the DT to have more color, more instrument separation, more bass, and brighter treble, more fitting for games, movies and music listening than my old M50.
Thank you. Best regards.
Thanks for the kind words. Too many reviewers just don't describe sound accurately despite having potentially even better trained ears than I do, which is sad. Glad I could help. I don't know about best soundstage under 300, best isn't the word I'd use to describe each of the mid-fi trio, but I'd say the Q701 has the widest soundstage with a bit of a hole in the center image and also less distinct imaging and direction. The DT880 isn't as wide as the Q701 but has much better imaging. The HD 600 has the smallest but it also has excellent imaging and when told to go "wide" the soundstage can really open up on it. It's quite reactive to the recording. To answer your last question, I never liked the M50. It always sounded terribly narrow in soundstage and the pads were never quite big enough to be comfortable over long periods. Combine that with the price they're going for nowadays and they're quite a poor value IMO. The DT770 is quite a fun bass cannon by comparison but at least it has awesome comfort, better speed, and really good imaging and an actual soundstage unlike the M50.
Oh also the 598 is very good for the money. Very flat and boring though. One of, if not the most, uncolored headphones in its price range. The HD 600 is a direct upgrade over it and I still feel strongly that the HD 600 may just be the most neutral open headphone in history.
metal571 Thanks for answering and the overall feedback. Yeah, the M50 was very uncomfortable and not even close to the DT's big round velour pads, which surprisingly, has a solid isolation. And thanks for describing the imaging! So useful again.
Hey Atra you think that m50 s are more flat in responce than 770 ?
They are more flat than the 770s. Both are still quite colored though
Any reviews on the 32ohm version vs 80ohm sound wise help
I know your comment is old, but Pro 80Ohms vs Pro 32Ohms is very different actually. They have both the same tonality (V shape) but the 80Ohms is very much bass boosted, while the 32Ohms significantly less so. The treble in the 80Ohms is also quite more painful. The 80Ohms is also significantly more sibilant. The only advantage of the 80Ohms version is the soundstage, which is much wider and the velour pads.
I was very surprised after hearing the 80Ohms version and getting the 32 Ohms one. Quite different, with the 32Ohms being much more balanced. You do loose that soundtstage though, but other than that it's better. I guess the best version out there gotta be the Pro 250Ohms one or the (rare) 600Ohms version, both of which share the tonality of the 32Ohms version, but do have soundstage to them. We can say that the 80Ohms one is the "black sheep" variant, cuz of that odd tuning, that's different to the rest of the versions.
@@stanstaniboy7655 You think I can run the 80 ohms version with my phone and laptop? If you tried, how does it perform? Thanks!
@@andyregevkantorovich127 you surely need the 32 ohm version with your phone or laptop!!!
I am watching this in 2019. and this review is excellent. You convinced me to buy it half way through the video ;)
Sorry about that. See the pinned comment
metal571 why are you sorry, I don’t understand? Something wrong with them?
Ah I saw your comment. This is fine actually.
dude thanks alot for this review! my 4 year old cheap headphones are starting to give up (had to change cable like month ago, and new one is thin and left ear is cutting out in certain angle, also glued leather back together since one of earcup leather was starting to come off), and looked local audio shop prices and these are only 136€, which is about what i am looking to buy headphones for. this video helped me decide alot! i listen like only EDM music and bass is needed.
Should i get these or Sennheiser's HD598?
Both I have both of them and they complement each other well
Can you feel them vibrate? im deaf and important for me
sorry 4 dat!!! :(
Great review. This is exactly what I was looking for and was having trouble finding.
Derek Griggs Thanks I actually own the 250 ohm now instead so if you have any further questions just ask
How do the 250 compare to the 32 or 80 ohm?
Hello again metal571. I just wanted to let you know I recently bought the DT770 80 ohms and tell you how much I really appreciate your awesome and accurate review which was the only reason I bought them in the first place. What do I think about them? They are freaking awesome!! They're just perfect!! built like a tank, super comfy and incredible lows, mids and highs!! I mean, what else is out there that comes even close to these awesome headphones at that price point?? Thanks man, you simply rock!
The Beyer treble strikes again yep, good review, not 'laid back' to me quite fierce in the highs, but for a closed back it has its uses like checking low bass in a mix.
Yeah some of the newer ones are about as bright as the 250 ohm now, apparently. I have an older one now that's like the one I'm reviewing here. Still bright, but tolerable. About as bright as anything I'm willing to listen to, just like DT880 as well
@@metal571 Dang, I just ordered an 80 Ohms 770 partially for the less-bright treble. We'll see
You can also EQ out the peak to a good degree
I was impressed by the 32 ohm but the 80 ohm blew me away.
My pair sounds exactly as metal571 said in the video.
The soundstage is wider than my 58x and also it's more detailed.
Soundwise they push the bass and the treble to the limit for an audiophile headphone. Very fun sound with thumping bass and sparkly treble. Mids are quite detailed and disconnected by the huge bass. Of course a bit pushed back in the mix but not by a huge margin.
For 110 euro here in Italy they are the total package for a closed back.
They got: Build quality, comfort, isolation, soundstage, fantastic sound quality. Easily 300 for the sound quality alone.
If you take into account all the pro, they are a steal at this price.
I had also the Denon 7200, I like the 770 80 better.
I highly recommend them!
Where did you buy them from? Every store I found in Europe charges 20euros for delivery.
Revreal Amazon Italy
@@MegaFabioRocks why do all countries have amazon and mine doesn't (romania)
Does the 80 ohm model sound good on a smartphone?
@@gokussj9080 Very good on LG v30 (you need 2Vrms output to drive those) On pc the extremely cheap Soundblaster play3! dongle it's a perfect pairing
Hey nice review! How do you feel about the 32 ohm version of these? I’m specifically looking for a closed back over the ear set for nighttime metal listening.
I would also use them occasionally with my main system utilizing a shiit magni amp.
I’m certainly open to other suggestions as well. I was looking into the AKG K550’s but apparently these may not be the best for listening to metal and that’s my thing.
Cheers!
Great headphone reviews, much appreciated. Keep it up.
What buy? Dt770 80ohm or custom studio? Please help? How diffrences have this headphones?
What did you decide in the end?
@@jamesblackwell5294 I bought a Custom Studio. They are great. I have two pairs. :)
@@olekolecki6313 Thanks for the quick reply! I can't decide between the two haha. What are you using to power them? And what do you use them for most (Listening to music, gaming, studio production etc)?
They should be nearly identical since as far as I know the custom studio shares the DT770 80 ohm driver but adds an adjustable bass port and removable cable. Not sure why they aren't more popular
@@metal571 Oh great! I think my decision is made then... Thanks for the insight
I keep coming back to these!
So I gifted myself with a pair of DT770 Pro 80 Ohms last year November as a 47th Birthday gift to self. I had been wanting to foray into the audiophile realms again since leaving it way behind me well over a decade ago - having given away most of my gear and records - silly me.
I bought them online from a distributor here in South Africa, where I live, and at first I was taken aback when I first began to listen to them - and not in a good way. They were harsher and less forgiving than I had first expected. Vocals were quite sibilant, mids felt quite recessed, and the bass was too clinical. So I had buyers remorse. Perhaps the fact that I was listening to these un-amped plugged straight into my headphone jack listening to iTunes on my MacBook Pro was the fist booboo. I was not impressed. Also being 80 Ohm, the Mac’s internal amp doesn’t do this justice.
Then I began to experiment with the audio players - Vox, Fidelia, Audirvana… and things started to sound better. Eventually I settled on Amarra Luxe Pro, which is buggy as hell, but boy does it make these Beyers sound so sweet.
Yes, the burn in is real. It needs time to settle in and then those highs are not so high anymore, the bass flows like gravy, and the mids soothe you into other realms.
Recently I added an iFi Zen Dac to my setup and I can honestly say that these DT770’s are now heavenly, and my daily drivers. The iFi Zen Dac is quite a little wonder, it takes some the harshness off the highs, and adds a warmth and clarity to everything you plug into it. My Grados, Koss’s, Klipsch’s, Hifimans and JBLs sometimes make an appearance depending on my mood - but I keep coming back to these Beyers.
They’re like the most comfortable pair of loafers you own - ear loafers. And they surprise me every day with their musical range. I have not compared them to much more expensive headphones - my wallet will not allow it.
So remember, if you’re gonna buy a set: burn the hell out of them, and make sure you amp/dac them to get the best out of them. You'll probably be disappointed without both these things.
Stay home & stay safe everybody.
Nice man. Yea I'm a fellow south African. Waiting on my delivery to arrive. Also got a amp👍. Any advice on burn in? Never had quality headphones like these. Any tips would be awesome
@@richardsteyn3403 Howzit bru! Good choice with the Beyers :). Yes, I'd advise burning these in for at least 50 - 100 hours. I use mine for music listening and video-conferencing - I'm not a musician or sound engineer - which these are normally marketed to. I own a few other hi-fi grade headphones, like Hifiman planar magnetics, and these still make my day. Also if you're streaming music via Deezer or Tidal - opt for the options where FLAC files are streamed as the DT770s really can pick out differences between lower to higher resolution digital music sources - especially when amped. And if you're listening to MP3s and FLACs from your hard-drive, then I recommend you play them through Amarra Luxe Pro or Audirvana - much better for audiophiles. iTunes on my MacBook Pro sucks for general audiophile quality music reproduction - and you can hear the difference on these headphones. I found the clamp-force on my ears a little too-strong for my liking - so I stretched out the headband a bit and it fits like a glove, I wear mine most of the day when I'm working from home in lockdown mode. But you might not have that same clamping issue. Anyway, I'm rambling on. Good luck, and hope you enjoy them :)
@@rohanreddy3427 shots man. Yea I'm just a music enthusiast. Will be using TIDAL music app. I did opt for the version with the hi fi quality and also master quality on some songs, I'm assuming that will be the FLAC files? Also got a headphone amp to them up. Great man. I'll let you know how the go. Thanks for the reply 💯👍
@RohanReddy, thanks for the detailed insights, where did you buy your ifi dac, I also live in SA, but looks like the suppliers are limited on ifi products. thanks man
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Great review, very informative. Pulled the trigger this morning wanting something with more bass extension for monitoring bass guitar during practise sessions. M40x’s just can’t handle my five string in the lower registers so excited to see how the 770’s handle that
That's a really good choice for monitoring. Mostly DT 770 is used for tracking in studios, and for monitoring bass it should excel. I still own one and play electric guitar myself
Fair play to you pal, What a amazing review!! Finished watching this and then went straight onto amazon to order some. Job done.
+Bilko hopefully you read my pinned comment
I did indeed pal, still after all the reviews I've watched/read these are the pick of the bunch and best bang for your buck. I'll let you know how mine sound when then arrive on Saturday.
+Bilko they're great cans, I'm just extra treble sensitive. Clearly many people love them for good reason. Also depends a lot on what genres you listen to and your preferred sound signature for those genres
Headphones arrived this morning they sound absolutely fantastic!! Very pleased with them mate.
Can I pick your brains on a tech question?? I've got my PC linked up to my yamaha AV receiver and my monitor audio speakers, when I use the audio from the HDMI from my PC I noticed that it is not as loud as the audio that comes from my optical out from my PC?? I've checked all the volumes on all the settings on the PC and receiver and everything is normal. Is this simply due to encoding or is it maybe something else??
+Bilko who knows could just be the receiver settings instead
Can I use the 80 ohm model with my iphone?
Benjamin Thompson I've heard you can. I'll tell when my girlfriend's arrive. lol a bit late though
It probably won't get very loud though
Yes you can.
metal571 dumb question: will different apps boost output and quality? or a small amp?
I think I will go with the 80 ohm and iPod.
So close to buying these today. Had a demo on just about everything, but the Custom one pro plus just edged in as the winner. 770's just sounded too neutral for me and nothing really popped, neither the highs or the lows. COP sounded just as good but with much better base. Hooked it up to the most powerful amp they had in the store and it blew the 770's out of the water at high volume.
I found the COP more comfortable than the 770's too. Actually, probably the most comfortable set I've ever tried. Ordered the silver velour pads off of the 770 to go on the COP as I'm not really a fan of leather. 770's were definitely nice though, but lack of a double-sided cord and ugly cups weren't a selling point either.
Would you recommend 80 ohms or 250 ohms (or other pair) for monitoring/playing with electronic drum (long session/rehearsal and 1-2 hrs live gigs).
I kinda worry with their treble. I owned MeeAudio M6 Pro, very high emphasis, fatigue and noticeably cymbals (high-notes) octave shifted.
Thanks man. Great review, always come back to re-watch.
Just wanted to say thanks. I've been using an M40X for a few years now. The hinge just broke, and while I try to 3D print a replacement I figured I'd order a better set anyway. Hearing an objective "better than" statement after reading through pages of forum semantics was enlightening. I look forward to trying these out.
There's also the K361 which sound fantastic although their build quality is not up to par with these
Thanks, I watched your review on those, but was scared off by some people online complaining about the sub par longevity.
Although, I would much prefer to have the removable cable. I anticipate installing a minixlr connector or something similar at some point, because I've never had an audio jack last much longer than a year under daily use.
Are you Gordon Freeman?
Hmm. Does he really look like Gordon?
Does he look like a bitch?
+Stuart Black say what again!
Lol have you ever seen the Boondocks take on that? Samuel L Jackson actually does the voice-over again, but it sounds slightly different. In some ways I actually think it's funnier than the original.
rise and shine, Mr Freeman, rise and shine
Just want to add something about the bass on these headphones. Yes, in stock form they do have a bit, just a bit of a bass boost, but I don't find them to be a bass-head headphone, and would NOT recommend them to people because of their bass, because they're still FAR FAR FAR away from having the amount of bass that some really popular basshead headphones have, like some of the JVC models, Audio Technica 700Pro's, hell even Beats Studio 2.0. I see them as fairly neutral headphones plus a bit of extra sub bass. Good for people who want a bit of extra kick, but still want an accurate headphone. However, it suffers from the same problems as all DT line Beyers, and that is the fact that the drivers are basically as they are out of the box, and they can't take EQ very well, meaning if you really want to turn them into bass-head headphones, you won't be able to do it. They don't have a lot of headroom and it's quite easy to make it lose control and make it sound boomy, even audibly distorted even when just boosting the bass by 3-4 db, and that's when plugged into an amp that could theoretically power 10 of them at the same time with a power output of over 2W into 80 ohms. In fact, my T1's have quite a bit more potential for bass even though out the box they have less bass than DT770's, just because the T1's driver can take HUGE amounts of power and can output an incredible amount of volume in the bass area without any distortion, whereas the DT770's can't, or they can, but then they strongly affect the mids, they don't have the resolving power to separate that bass from the mids, even though unlike most closed headphones they don't have a mid-bass bump, but rather a flat mid bass and then a boost below 80 hz. So, great bass for people who like neutral cans but want a bit more punch, but not good for bassheads.
In fact, if you want a bassy headphone in that price range ( and good mids, and good smooth highs, and even better soundstage and imaging than DT770) get the Sennheiser HD380 Pro's, because they sound similar to DT770's, but have far more sub bass and can take a much bigger boost. In fact, they're about +10db on 30 hz compared to 100 hz. That means the mid bass is tight and punchy, but they have that sub-woofer like bass, controlled, tight, etc. Another headphone that comes to mind in that range is the Sony MDR-1A, slightly more expensive, but it can take +20 bass boost that starts at 150 hz and slowly peaks at 30 hz...I shit you not, those drivers in those Sony's are indestructible, If I put them on the table with earcups folded flat, so that the plastic part lays on the desk and the earpads look up, the headphones actually rattle on the desk when playing a 40 hz tone, but they don't distort and still sound pristine.
+KleenexDirty
that teens dont want them is a good thing,they love razer and beat/dr dree phones. and then i think this ones sound good regarding the video here to
I agree about the bass - it is potent, but has no midbass bump, a rather flat bass response, which is a good thing. And the amount isnt that enormus. It reminds mi very much of the bass of Momentums rev1 over-ear. Sounds almost the same. Same amount, same flat characteristic, same good sub-bass, same feeling that the deeper it goes the more prominent it becomes :). Only difference is that momentums has it even tighter and better controlled, while dt770pro has a bit more overwhelming bass sensasion due to their sheer size. But is is not a basshead headphone, I agree. It is still very beyer-neutral with just a great deep bass responce and not as much of a withdrawn in the midsas others (like dt990)
+KleenexDirty Well, the Beats Solo 2 is actually an excellent headphone for people who want a bassy sound with really good quality sound. I'm not kidding, Solo 2 has NOTHING to do with what most people think about Beats headphones. They're drivers are really high quality, you can EQ them as you wish, they're very detailed, resolving, transparent. In many ways the best sounding closed back on-ear headphone for the money.
Thanks, going to buy these I think. Nice to see an honest review without all the over the top production for once.
Was going to get DT-150/250ohm but these are on sale for just over 130 bucks. I love this 80ohm version sound signature, it's got a lively sound signature without being harsh, mid range is superb and really punchy bass. It sure doesn't feel like a close back headphone at all and to top it off, comfort/fitment is supreme.
Hope you learned by now that there's no difference
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Awesome review dude!!
Great review. Definitely going to have to pick up a pair. 10/10
Legit they are 10/10 for a closed back. Epic stuff if you want some basshead cans
looking for a set for my phone. Have a set of hd599 but of course they're useless outside the home. Would you recommend the 32ohm version of these?
Fantastic review!
Can i use dt 770 pro (80 ohm) with Zoom h6 recorder?
Sure but it won't get very loud. I have one of those and it isn't very powerful headphone amp wise
I bought these because of this review, I am enjoying them
Thanks for all the information! I'm curious if you have advice on a reasonable amp for these or maybe some reviews you've done on any of them. Would love your opinions!
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Hello. I hope you can reply to my message. What ohm do you recommend for synthesizers? I cant figure out wether to take the 32. 80 or 250 ohms. I want to plug the headphone straight into the synth.
Great video - thanks. I am very keen on the DT770's 80 ohm but still a little unsure about if I have the power to drive them. I listen to music mostly at my PC which is a high spec DELL with a Teufel speaker set driven by it's own box - connected to the PC via USB and with it's own mains power - containing a sound card which bypasses the PC one. I have Sennheiser HD555's (50 ohms) and they are excellent for volume with this set up...only use half way volume at the most, usually less. So, question is, should these Beyer DT770's 80 ohm be OK with that set up?
Hey, i just discovered your channel, its great! I have a question. Would you recommend getting an amp for this headphones? in that case, which one would you recommend within a reasonable price? thank you!
Yes FiiO E10K
I do believe you have just helped me make my decision! Thank you so much!
just be sure to read my pinned comment about these. old review
@@metal571 I just saw... back to the drawing board... It's so hard to choose on a limited budget. I can't justify over 200$ for a hobby... any suggestions?
@@teddhemmings2403 nowadays my top recommendation is the K550 mk3 or K553 mk2. Same headphone, the latter is just US only
@@metal571 dope! I will research, thanks a million!
@@metal571 bruh...$782?!!, lol
I've actually never used headphones before and have to confess a lot of what you talk about goes right over my head. I'll be sharing a place soon so need to find a set of closed back headphones. I listen to blues guitarists mainly and some classic rock, I also play guitar through a Yamaha THR10 amp that has a headphone input jack. Could you recommend a set that would be good for this for around the $200. mark
Hello. Audiophile newbie and really glad I’ve found your channel for some guidance. I have a question. I am about to buy my first proper pair of headphones. The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro 80 Ohm. Do you have an entry level DAC that you’d recommend for under $100?
Would you recommend these over the 880's, 990's and ATH-M50X with a Modmic 5 for gaming?
thanks for the review! i'm weighing up getting these vs the newer Custom Studios (supposedly very similar but more refined/ smoother sound). main concern with the 770s is the treble being too bright. for someone sensitive to silibance etc would you say these are still a safe bet? the bass sounds really appealing so i hope they're non-fatiguing to my ears overall.
+MattyS54 I wouldn't assume the Custom line sounds anything like these. For the 80 ohm 770 treble isn't a problem. Not the case on the other 770s
Nah man. If piercing is your concern, no issues at all compared to other beyerdynamic or even my ath m40 which is shiveringly treblish. You can spend hours on this treble and treble response. You wont notice any insufficient treble but whats needed. Go for it.