CONCLUSION

    The DT 1990 PRO MKII leaves the impression of a headphone that’s grown into itself. It keeps the honesty and resolution that engineers depend on, but the rougher edges have been softened just enough to make it more approachable. The treble is clearer and more disciplined without being sharp, the midrange sits more naturally, and the overall balance feels easier to trust across different genres. Detail is still abundant, imaging is still laser‑precise, and the sense of openness remains a defining trait. Add in the comfort tweaks, the durable build, and the genuinely useful pad options, and you end up with a headphone that fits comfortably into both professional and personal listening spaces. It’s still unmistakably a DT 1990, just one that’s learned how to be a little more forgiving without “losing” its voice.

    Right now, the DT 1990 PRO MKII by beyerdynamic retail for USD699.99 inside the USA (Amazon.com) and for 562.03Euros inside the EU (Amazon.de) and so just like their predecessor their target audience is quite specific. At the end of the day the DT 1990 PRO MKII (meant for mixing and mastering) is basically the open back version of the DT 1770 PRO MKII (meant for recording, monitoring and editing tasks) and since it’s just as good (slightly better for me to be honest) the Golden Award is in order.

PROS

- Near Excellent Build Quality
- Balanced Audio Signature
- Comfortable
- 3m & 5m Long Detachable Cables (With 6.35mm Adapter)
- Hard Carrying / Storage Case
- Open Back Design (Expanded Soundstage)

CONS

- Open Back Design (Lack Of Noise Isolation)
- Price (For Some)