Guide to Orchestra Headphones

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Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO
250 OHM $129 + Amp cost
These are comfortable full-sized headphones, with
a closed-back that isolates pretty well. Really bright
and clean. Considered a reference headphone in
the studio, it is one of the best sealed headphones
under $300.
These headphones can get a good range of sound.
The bass is punchy, but not overly done. There are
two versions: 32-OHM version good for phones.
250-OHM needs the amplifier. It gets a bit of better
range with the amplifier, so that is why it is recommended
here. There is also a 32 ohm version
that is the same price, but does not need the amp.
Cons: Mids can be a bit shallow, and can be overshadowed
by the low end on bass heavy tracks.
From the
Beyerdynamic
website
The DT 770 PRO is a closed dynamic
headphone which has been designed
for critical music and sound monitoring.
The single-sided cable makes the
handling of the headphone easy.
Characteristics:
• Closed diffuse-field studio headphone
• “Bass reflex” technology for improved
bass response
• Comfortable fit due to rugged,
adjustable, soft padded headband
construction
• Robust, easy serviceable construction
as all parts are replaceable
• Velour, circumaural and replaceable
ear pads
• 3.0 m (9.8 ft.) coiled cable (single-sided)
• Including drawstring bag
History of DT 770 PRO / DT 880 PRO
/ DT 990 PRO:
beyerdynamic’s DT 770 PRO, DT 880
PRO and DT 990 PRO headphone series
has it’s roots in the early 1980s.
Since then, millions of audio professionals
from all parts of the world
have become loyal users of beyerdynamic
products.
From the headphone.com website:
For years the Beyerdynamic DT 770
Pro Headphone 250 Ohm has been a
staple for studio engineers and audiophiles
alike. With their amazing clarity
and accuracy, the DT770 pulls out every
last ounce of detail in any music
or recording. The bass is very tight,
punchy, and detailed to handle just
about any genre of music from rock
and classical to hip-hop or EDM. The
250 ohm version will struggle to pull
decent volume out of a phone or audio
device, so we recommend a headphone
amp for best performance. The
construction is rock solid and should
provide many years of reliability. The
earpads are super-soft velour that are
extremely cool and comfortable for
hours of listening enjoyment. The
closed design does provide decent
isolation, however the velour pads
do not provide the best seal. As an
alternative, the beyerdynamic DT 770
32 Ohm is easier to drive with most
devices and has a leather pad for better
noise isolation. For one of the best
sealed headphones under $300, it’s
hard to go wrong with the beyerdynamic
DT 770 250 Ohm.