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REVIEW: Beyer Dynamic DT 880 Headphones

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Model: DT 880
Category: Headphones
Suggested Retail Price: $300
Description: circumaural semi open-back
Manufacturer URL: Beyer Dynamic

Review by headphonejunky on January 10, 2011 at 18:49:05
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Soundstage - spacious

The semi-open design doens't seem to detract from the soundstage as everyone seems pleased with how large it is. Think the benefits of headphones (portability,noise reduction, more intimate listening experience, better bang for your buck than speakers) with the sound signature and quality of speakers.

Bass Response - lean, but tight

If you are not a bass head, they will be splendid. The 600 Ohm version seems to pack the most punch, but all will see improvements in both control and power with an amp.

Mid-Range Frequency - Transparent and detailed

Excellent instrument seperation, and the layering with the bass and highs is exceptional. Unless you've experienced audiophile headphones before these descriptions might escape you until you've heard them for yourself!

High-Range Frequency - extended and smooth

Very detailed, especially the 600 Ohm version, but all excel here. The level of detail is why using these with poor source material is not recommended. Texturing and extension are above the competition, there's nothing in the high frequency range that they can't reproduce with little effort.


Product Weakness: needs an amp
Product Strengths: comfort and treble range


Associated Equipment for this Review:

Amplifier: n/a
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated): n/a
Sources (CDP/Turntable): n/a
Speakers: n/a
Cables/Interconnects: n/a
Music Used (Genre/Selections): n/a
Room Comments/Treatments: n/a
Time Period/Length of Audition: n/a
Other (Power Conditioner etc.): n/a
Type of Audition/Review: Friend's System




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