beyerdynamic has added the closed-back DT 1770 Pro MkII and open-back DT 1990 Pro MkII models to its studio headphone line-up. Featuring a newly developed dynamic Tesla.45 driver, the flagship models claim ‘added flexibility for today’s music professionals’.
‘As we continue to see the lines blur between traditional studio setups and at-home production workflows, flexibility and uncompromised audio quality have become key priorities for professionals and enthusiasts alike,’ says beyerdynamic CEO, Andreas Rapp. ‘The DT 1770 Pro MkII and DT 1990 Pro MkII exemplify this, offering cleaner sound, improved comfort, and precision for every production in the ultra-premium studio headphones beyerdynamic fans already know and love.’
At the heart of the DT 1770 Pro MkII and DT 1990 Pro MkII’s sound quality is the Tesla.45 driver, newly developed and manufactured at the company’s headquarters in Heilbronn. Its advanced diaphragm reckons to cut distortion and sharpen response, preventing ear-fatigue during long sessions and offering clearer sound compared to its predecessor.
The membrane is made of high-performance PEEK polymer, while a lighter voice coil made of aluminium-coated copper wire refines the treble. The DT 1770 Pro MkII and DT 1990 Pro MkII models offer lower Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) with a more balanced treble response without sharp spikes.
With its closed-back design, the DT 1770 Pro MkII is suited to recording, monitoring and editing applicatioons. Compared to the previous model, the frequency response is smoother on the upper mids and higher frequencies. The closed-back design effectively suppresses background noise and reduces microphone bleed, making them ideal for focused work.
With the DT 1990 Pro MkII, beyerdynamic has reduced the highs at 8kHz, while maintaining the detailed highs from 10kHz found in the previous model to help prevent users from making critical mixing errors. The treble has also been slightly reduced from the previous model, providing a more balanced sound profile.
Both the DT 1770 Pro MkII and DT 1990 Pro MkII were designed for optimal comfort for prolonged use in the studio or editing tracks at home. The flexible spring steel headband, made from a combination of memory foam and durable leatherette, features a fontanelle recess to prevent pressure and discomfort at the top of the head.
As most producers and sound engineers know, earpads on headphones endure natural wear and tear with repeated use. Both models feature fully replaceable headbands and earpads, ensuring these headphones have a long servicable life.
The DT 1770 Pro MkII is equipped with leatherette velour earpads. The DT 1990 Pro MkII comes with two different types of velour earpads. One is a Producing Velour that delivers a fuller sound thanks to a slight bass boost. The other is a Mixing & Mastering Velour, which offers a more analytical sound for making final mix decisions.
The DT 1770 Pro MkII and DT 1990 Pro MkII are supplied with a 3m detachable cable and a 5m spiral cable, each equipped with a lockable 3-pin mini-XLR connector. Both models come with a hard case for protection during travel. USB-C cables are available separately for connectting directly to laptops, smartphones and tablets.
The new models are available for US$599.99 via the beyerdynamic e-shop and on Amazon.
