Guide to Orchestra Headphones

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Ultimate Guide to Orchestra Headphones
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Beyerdynamic DT 880 PRO
250 OHM $199 + Amp cost
Open back, full sized-over ear. Compared to the
BeyerDynamics DT 770, the DT 880 has a little
better bass response, but very controlled. This
headphone also has a better sound stage than the
DT 770. It also needs an amplifier. 32-OHM version
is good for phones. However, the 250 OHM has a
better range with the amplifier, which is why we
have it on this list.
Compared to the Grado 225-e, the #1 pick from the
$60-199 category, the DT 880 has a similar sound
signature although it is much more comfortable.
Cons: There have been some complaints about
the company honoring the warranty, so make sure
you review Beyerdynamics limited warranty before
purchasing.
From the
Beyerdynamic
website
The DT 880 PRO is a reference-class,
semi-open studio headphone which
combines all strengths of open, transparent
headphones with those of
more powerful, closed headphones.
Specially designed housings and an
improved system equalization turn
this “remake” of the studio classic DT
880 into an ideal studio monitoring
headphone, with analytical qualities.
Soft ear pads and adjustable, sliding,
earpieces together with a single sided
connecting cable ensure listening
comfort during extended periods of
use.
Characteristics:
• Semi-open diffuse-field studio
headphone
• 250 ohms
• Analytical Sound
• Comfortable fit due to rugged, adjustable,
soft padded (leatherette)
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
From the headphone.com website:
At the far end of the spectrum from
folks who like strong bass punch are
listeners who want their audio presented
with light, detailed buoyancy;
enter the Beyerdynamic DT-880.
Capable of rendering the sound of a
fingernail stroke on gut, the stiction
of rosin on a cello string, and the airy
spaciousness of sound bouncing off
cathedral walls, these venerable audiophile
cans deliver dynamics and
depth with extraordinary clarity. The
DT-880 may also be re-wired for XLR
balanced operation. Choose between
high impedance 250 Ohm or the more
efficient 32 Ohm version.