Beyerdynamic DT990 Pro Review! Ninja's Headphones.. Are they worth it for gaming? 

Yes I know Resistance is not power. I was trying to make it easy for people who are unfamiliar :) - BT

I've had them for 8 months and I have to say they sound amazing. I've really enjoyed owning them and I don't think I've ever worn a more comfortable set of headphones. I don't even notice they're there plus they look great.

I have an idea for a video: take all of the reviews that you have done and choose the best products. then feature all of them in a gaming setup video. great review, very underrated channel

This man really just squared up with some headphones bruh

Hey man, just was looking around at DT990 reviews and came across this video. What instantly caught my eye was how incredibly well shot the video is. Angles, colors, lighting, and your set. Just wanted to compliment you all a job well done. Oh and I want to second that dude who recommended you do a podcast, you have the voice!

1:51 - at night 1:55 - at morning You know what 😂

Bro, start a podcast channel! Your voice is soo soothing!

These are studio headphones which is why they don't have "great bass". They're meant to be flat so that you can get balanced mixes in the studio. They will give you clean and "accurate" sound within the spec range. Accurate meaning it's not influenced by a built in EQ. This means that when you're recording, it will represent the actual sound coming out of your DAW so that you can balance them accurately. For example, if your headphones were heavy on bass instead of neutral, then during your mix, you might reduce the bass and then when someone plays it back on a system that isn't heavy on bass, it'll end up having no bass at all. That said, if you're already listening to mastered content (like games), then they will give you the intended balance as created by the sound engineers for the game. If you want more bass, then you're opting to modify the source which is fine, but that's not what these cans are for.

2:00 the mans got some good taste in music I see

Got these and when my cable broke I made a attachable cable mod. Lots of great tutorials and not to difficult :)

Had these for a couple years and I still keep them in rotation with all of my other cans. A removable cable mod was the first thing done to mine. Makes them 10/10. You have to keep in mind when these were first initially released (2004?) , that's the reason for the attached cord. if you don't feel like modding you can also spring for the new version, the DT1990 :P -Edit for spelling-

Got em and at first you sometimes forget you are wearing them if you arent listening to any sound with them on. Very very comfty also

You saved my life. I didn’t know it would unscrew do I could get the thing to plug into the pc. I was scared I made the wrong purchase

Your quality is really really good, its stupid that you only have 48.000 subs beacuse youre quality is some of the best on youtube ive seen.

Good review and good headphone, but what never gets mentioned in reviews and i think it should is the fact that Beyer earpads need replacing every 6 months and they are 20 a time. Cheaper headphone velour pads such as Takstar Hi 2050 those don't wear out like the DT 990 Pro does. Just FYI. Worth mentioning. :)

I think it is worth it.Its so lightweight and good for long periods of gaming

I bought them 5 years ago and I am still a proud owner, they are like day one

I own these for music production the 250ohm. I was surprised to see the big time gamers using them as gaming headsets. It pretty much makes all sounds at an equal balance, which is important for producing music so nothing is too overwhelming on the finished product. If you want a cinematic experience these are not for that. These are more for the technical side of things

You should know that ohms is the unit for resistance, not power. Yes you need more power for them but there is much more to it than just boosting the signal. Amps have as much impact on the sound of the headphones as the headphones. Also the difference between 250 and 80ohms is not noice, it's more like the resolution of sound. Gamers won't tell the difference anyway so any gamer just go for the 80ohms unless you're a producer and you know the difference, but then you wouldn't watch this video review but a review by someone who really knows what he's talking about, no offense. For gamers still a good video I think.

I think I've seen ksi with those as well

first i have to get a dac and amp , may have to steal my dads 😂

The DT990's paired with a Soundblaster X G6 AMP/DAC has been some of the best money I've spent on my setup. The amp provides plenty of juice for the 250ohm version and the software's "Scout" mode (filters out ambient noise found in gameplay) is so good that it almost feels like cheating lol, you can hear everything related to enemy player movements.

i didn't even know an 80 ohm version existed until this video, thanks man now I don't have to buy an amp and their easily compatible with my phone.

I've used this product for about 6 years now (replaced the earpads 2x for a good price) and i can say that this product for the price that it is at at this moment is an ABSOLUTE STEAL. Even with the price of a standalone mic/usb micro added this is so worth it. The soundstage is amazing, the comfort is 10/10 and the price is just to die for. If after a few years the earpads get dirty/flat you can just replace them easily for a good price which is just amazing. You CAN NOT go wrong with trying these headphones atleast. (just up the bass a little if u like it)

Can I request a review for the DJI OSMO POCKET 😂

you are not felling them on ears, thats amazing.

Btw idk if anyone said this but the reason for no detachable cord is to reduce interference of sound

I could not be more pleased with my Beyer MMX 300 2nd Gen, you should give them a try man. I like them more than the Audio Technica AD-500X. I also give the DT990 Pro a chance but they are to hard to drive and without an amp the sound very tiny and muffled. I told you that getting a good headphone amp here in Mexico (my country) its not easy task, so I had to return them. Awsome video as always.

If you consider buying the 990s I would highly recommend you to also try the 770s. I have been using the 990s for over a year now and they are my first open back headphones. Over time I realized that I personally miss how closed back headphones sound and I also realized that I could find the enemies better, once I used closed back headphones... Thats why I am going from the 990s to the 770s now. Open back headphones are not the best for everyone and I highly recommend trying them before you buy them if you have the opportunity...! ALSO If you are not sure that your sound device actually has enough power for the 250 ohms version, then get the 80 ohms one! There is pritty much no difference when it comes to sound but there is when it comes to loudness trust me! I have both and I prefer the 80 ohms version! The 250 ohms one is also kind of uncomfortable to listen to because its just a little bit too sharp and precise. Its really just for music production and things like that but not for gaming.

Your bokeh and quality is beautiful... What camera and lens do you use?

1:40 you can find replacement cable on the site, everything is replcable even, and there are a lot of mods to make the a interchangable cable. But not stock. So still a fair point

Great review dude. Thank you for your time. I'm considering them. Trying to find them used. Not easy at all, lol.

Me remembering that these cans were made in the 90’s, not 2019.

Good video, BUT! Ohms is not power! Power is measured in WATTS. 250 ohms refers to the electrical resistance the headphones present to the amplifier. And that is sort of an average measurement as the electrical resistance varies depending on the frequency they are trying to reproduce

These headphones were also used in “We Are The World” by most of the singers

My DT 990s are definitely not that clean after being abused for nearly 5 years but damn I love them...recommend them 100%!

What do people, like Ninja, do to prevent the sound leak from going into their mic and the stream.

RU-vid channels with this effort deserve millions of subs. Nice transition.

Damn all these "audio engineers " are triggered lol good vid man

Your intro music for your video already justify a like

Thanks for the review, super helpful. Looking swole my dude!

Got mine for $124 on Amazon I love them

Do you know that these headphones are monitor headphones for music production?

ooo my dream headphones, keep up the videos Brandon!

Brandon, ohms are resistance not power! Other than that, great video :)

I am looking to buy some headphones and I will use them mainly for gaming but I also listen to some music from time to time. I wonder a lot if I should go for wireless vs wired, open back vs closed back, gaming vs studio. I am looking at the following models at the moment, any recommendations are appreciated: 1. HyperX Clould Flight (wireless, closed back) 2. Sennheiser Game One (wired, open back) 3. Sennheiser HD 599 (wired, open back) 4. Beyerdynamic DT-990 Pro (wired, open back)

Getting these tomorrow when I get back from school 🙂🙂

Such an underrated channel🙂👍

I own the DT990s 250ohm along with several pairs of headphones. If you use them with a dedicated amp and windows sonic with a treble reduction EQ they are monsters for gaming. When is comes to music listening I wouldn't recommend them. In addition to the harsh highs I found that the sound is too thin and airy overall. A good choice for gaming if you can invest in them.

5 out 10 for gaming competitive . You nailed it perfect soundstage is limited the superlux 668b do a better job than the 990

Ive known about these for years, way before Ninja was around. Great headphones for the price from someone who is from the pro audio industry.

i love these headphones... suuuuper comfortable

Beyerdynamic offers cables as replacement parts (at least in Germany)

nice video been looking for a new headset might pick these up

AYYY, uploaded on my birthday thx!

All the audiophiles gonna be pissed about this review. They arent "Gaming" headphones. They are meant for studio referrence monitoring

2:56 bruh this mans really out here fighting headphones like wtf

Thank you so much for this I’m buying it now lol

I’ve had a pair of 770s since like 2013, the just broke this week at that cable point after basically extended every day use. I’m not even mad about it 7 years ain’t bad definitely picking up a pair of these

On that comment based on the cable being non-removable, it's actually not that bad since beyerdynamic have been known to make their headphones easily repairable. Almost all the parts on their headphones (especially the DT 770s and 990s) are up for sale on their site and other retailers. They even give you the part numbers in the documentation that comes with the headphones. And test, this includes the cable too. You can get longer or shorter ones. You can get them coiled or not. The point is, Beyerdynamic headphones have been known for their durability and repairability for a long time now. That's why you hear all these stories of people who have owned their pair for a long time now. Also, just take care of your headphones, show them some love and they will love you back.

1:46 these headphones are way older than 2019, lmao.

Anyone who knows a bit about good quality headphones, knows about DT 990's. Well at least now thanks to ninja, a lot of audio-noobs will get initiated into good quality sound.

I swear this is 10x better than my Razer Thresher 7.1. I can even hear the sound of the enemies pants when they are running and precisely know where they are heading. The sound in COD Modern Warfare is just out of this world! Btw, I'm using it with SoundblasterX G5.

In this price range there is nothing better. Every part of this headphones we can buy like shells, pads, cable etc. I've broke cable in mine pair and I've done some mod with mini xlr, Now I've got Beyers with detachable cord. I use them every day, major for listen music via headphone amp but also for gaming when I plug jack directly to xbox pad. Works like a charm.

I use the Beyerdynamic MMX300 2nd Gen....their actual gaming headphones...1000% worth the price I paid.

Good review these headphones are great I have been using them for along time now way before ninja. Also from my understanding on reviews I have read every part is replaceable correct me if I am wrong? But also I have used the Schiit Magni 3 and it’s ok. A better amp to me is the jsd atom or liquid spark. Same price point.

Him: these headphones come off bout $180 Me: clicks off

"In 2019 we need detachable cords" The DT 990 pro's from 1985: "Am i a joke to you?"

Great review. Personally I felt like the bass really started to come in after being broken in for a couple weeks. But yes the highs can be piercing at times. I personally love them, use them every day, just not a fan of the design. But they are incredibly comfortable.

It’s not a gaming headset, it’s for music production so keep that in mind

I have my 770s and would love to use those as a gaming headset. As an audiophile mixing and recording engineer I'm intrigued my the headset versions of these that work with consoles that awesome. As mixing goes in my studio I love the idea of an outwards shootout audio open end headphones. It's affordable and the company is 🔥 get yourself a two year replacement plan especially during the corona shit is concerned they won't let you return anything like mics or headphones.

Bro i've been using the grado's sr225e and man you need to try them out ; Love your work bruv. Keep up the good work.

I have the 250 and love them don't see a difference my friend has 80 and they are the same (to me) this is my oppinion

are they comfortable (enough) when wearing glasses underneath?

you can still repair the cables, even they are not removable...

awesome review! i personally own the 250 ohm dt990s and they still sound good from your phone, they just dont go very loud or anything. also ohms is not the amount of power needed to drive the headphone. it is the impedance of the voicecoil located inside the driver. the higher it is the thinner and longer the copper wire of the voicecoil is, and the more power is needed to drive them

Considering that these headphones are older than Ninja, I don't see how he popularised them.

could you do a review on the sennheiser pc37x? i got that headset recently, and i love it

You're using the HD800 if i'm not mistaken ? It's as good as it gets for gaming, can't really find something better even tho it's overkill for just gaming. For someone making as much money as Ninja i would definitely get this pair instead. And if Beyerdynamic is one of his sponsor, imo, the Amiron Home is also better. But i guess he's used to the DT990 and don't want to get out of his comfort zone. Good recommendation for the AD700x, it's a better value than DT990 imo. Although for the AMP i would recommend the JDS Labs Atom instead of the Magni 3, it's newer, it's cheaper, it measured better and JDS Labs is a damn great company if you ask me. Keep up the awesome content BT, i didn't took the time to log and subscribe to you until now but i've been watching your work for quite a few months now. Thanks! Can't wait for the ODIN review ♥

The main focus you need to explain, it's they are STUDIO Monitors headphones, Professionnals one. If you game play with, it's fine, but the response of sounds are for Music Production. To reflect the main sounds. I also order it for gameplay for maximum comfort and great music quality with my Macie Soundcard. Every RU-vidr forgot to mention that theses bad boy headphones are for Studio. Gaming SURELY can be great, most better than gaming headset. But the sound quality potential will be with Studio. I love them so much .

Hey man love the review, I'm kind of in a pickle. I can get the dt990's for 100 EUR and and amp for 60 EUR, should I buy the HD58x's and import them for around 150 EUR without an amp or should I go with the DT990's? I use them mostly for CS and stuff, music listening isn't as important to me but I do like being able to tell apart the synths from the bass and stuff. Thanks and again great review!

1:25 “or it will be gg for these headphones.” 💀😂😂😂😂

My guy always wit the good content 🔥💥

Love these cans. Only down fall is the fix cable. Mod mic works well with them if you want an attached mic. Fiio e10 works fine with them as well.

If I get a condenser mic can I use that for these headphones too or have to get a Separte amp

You deserve so many more views and likes then you get

These are great for the price! Although the high end does get a little fatiguing after a while. Too bad my dog chewed the cables so I went out and got the HifiMan Sundara. They’re also great.

I totally agree... they are classics, great headphones, but when they came nobody used them for gaming (of course lol), and using them now for gaming... yeah weird. Ninja together give them the hype, but as I've written - audiophiles, not gamers. I'm a new subscriber and this is my first video from you! Also, I still haven't found an answer, but is the leather vegan or real? (real leather is not suiting for my skin)

I've been using these headphones for the last 6-7 years. I simply love them, I've had 0 problems with mine. Durability is top notch

So the 80 ohm is good for gaming right?

Yes, they are my favorite choice last 5 years.

I think if you’re into rap, hip/hop, trance, EDM and so forth these are not for you. I listen to pop/rock, classical, movie scores and acoustic and they are beyond fantastic. Nothing beats them. A lot of people just want things to be overwhelmed by bass, and studio quality headphones are not the road they should be going down.

Can u make a vid about your pc it looks like a beast

There's a bit of misinformation in this review, the cable is replaceable, it's just not detachable. Everything on this headphone can be replaced easily

BT I love your channel..! I bought my Ducky One 2 mini thanks to your channel..! I also just picked up my DT 990’s ( 250 OHM ) and wanted to see if you had a review! Glad to see how current you keep things!! Till next time!!

For something so premium like these headphones, a non-removeable cable is quite a deal breaker for me. It's like buying a microphone with a 50 XLR cable preinstalled and welded onto it.

ngl i always looked up to these headphones and i never realized its because of ninja (i dont watch him anyways)

finally i found it :) 🙏

I've had a pair of the 250ohm version for a few years. They're good and I agree with this review👍

If you're only ever going to use it for gaming and just for listening songs, then its way overkill and its true value is wasted. This headphone shines brightest when its used as a reference headphone. I would grab something along the lines of Superlux's line up for gaming and listening. Maybe a HD681 Evo or something. Or perhaps the SHP9500 from Philips. Though my go-to would be the Status Audio OB-1.