Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro vs Sennheiser HD 559

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Comparing Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro vs Sennheiser HD 559 I have found lots of similarities. These devices are being used with an audio cable and they both are open back. Their wearing style is over-ear.

Features

When it comes to headphones, frequency response plays an important role. In our case, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro has a much better rate as its frequency response is 5 Hz - 35 kHz. Sennheiser HD 559 works in a range between 14 Hz and 26 kHz. Those who are going to buy the first appliance can choose an appropriate impedance — 80 Ohm or 250 Ohm, while all the owners of Sennheiser HD 559 listen to music with the impedance 50 Ohm. Another thing that makes the headphones different is sensitivity. The ones made by Sennheiser have 108 dB of sensitivity, while the headphones Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro have 96 dB.

Sound

When you listen to music with Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro, you hear that the highs are clear, extended and detailed without any grain. Speaking of the bass, everything depends on what is on the recording. Sometimes it is too little, sometimes it is too much.

Sennheiser HD 559 delivers an intense, exciting sound and deep bass response that brings you favorite music to life. As both headphones are open back, they do not have noise canceling.

Comfort and design

An adjustable headband makes you feel comfortable while you are using any of the headphones. The common disadvantage of these devices is the fact that they are not foldable.

Both, Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro and Sennheiser HD 559 have 3m long audio cable. The first one is pretty heavy since its weight is 360 g.

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