Sennheiser HD 800S vs Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

Sennheiser HD 800S wins — The Sennheiser HD 800S outperforms the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro in soundstage width and neutrality with 56mm drivers rea…

Scores: Sennheiser HD 800S 8.5/10 · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro 7.5/10

The Sennheiser HD 800S outperforms the Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro in soundstage width and neutrality with 56mm drivers reaching 51 kHz per manufacturer specs. The DT 1990 Pro counters with stronger bass and 250 ohm impedance that is easier to drive while including two earpad sets. Sennheiser wins for pure reference listening while Beyerdynamic suits mixing where impact matters more.

Spec-by-spec comparison

Sennheiser HD 800SBeyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro
Driver Size56mm45mm
Impedance300 Ω250 Ω
Frequency Response4 Hz – 51 kHz5 Hz – 40 kHz
Weight330 g370 g

Sennheiser HD 800S

What works

  • Exceptional soundstage and imaging for critical listening
  • Neutral frequency response with precise detail retrieval
  • Comfortable for long sessions due to lower weight

What doesn't

  • Requires powerful amplification due to high impedance
  • Bass extension is less impactful than closed-back alternatives

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro

What works

  • Strong bass impact with clear midrange presence
  • Robust build quality suitable for professional use
  • Interchangeable earpads for sound signature tuning

What doesn't

  • Narrower soundstage compared to flagship open-backs
  • Higher weight can cause fatigue over extended wear

Bottom line

Our pick: Sennheiser HD 800S.

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