beyerdynamic Headphone Guide: DT, PRO X and MKII

This beyerdynamic headphone guide compares classic DT, PRO X and MKII models by isolation, room, cable and source requirements, helping you choose the right model from AX Kuwait.

beyerdynamic traces its history to Eugen Beyer’s company founded in Berlin in 1924. Its long association with studio and broadcast equipment helps explain why so many DT models are described around recording, monitoring and serviceable professional use rather than only wireless convenience.

That history is context, not proof that every model suits every listener. A studio label does not tell you whether a headphone isolates sound, includes a microphone or works well from a particular controller. At AX, the useful comparison begins with the exact job: hearing a recording while performing, listening in a quiet room, editing audio or gaming with a separate microphone.

Keep PRO, PRO X and MKII in the product name when comparing listings. Dropping those suffixes is an easy way to compare the wrong cable, impedance or accessory specification.

Start with the closed-back side when headphone playback needs to be kept away from a microphone or when outside sound is a problem. DT 770 PRO, DT 770 PRO X, DT 700 PRO X and DT 1770 PRO MKII are all worth identifying correctly in that shortlist.

Closed-back does not mean complete soundproofing. Fit, glasses, pad condition and playback level still influence isolation and leakage. For a spoken-word desk, a microphone placed correctly and headphones used at a sensible level work together; choosing the most expensive closed headphone is not a substitute for that setup.

DT 990 PRO, DT 990 PRO X, DT 900 PRO X and DT 1990 PRO MKII belong on the open-back side of the map. They allow sound to pass between the earcups and the room. That can suit a quiet personal desk, but it also means other people can hear playback and outside noise remains audible.

For gaming, these are headphones rather than complete headset-microphone solutions. Plan voice chat separately. Do not read open-back as a guarantee of better footsteps: the game mix, processing, fit, hearing and personal preference also affect what you notice.

beyerdynamic documents a detachable mini-XLR cable and a 48-ohm STELLAR.45 design for DT 770 PRO X, while the classic DT 770 PRO uses its own impedance variants and fixed-cable arrangement. Those are practical ownership differences, not merely a new colour.

DT 700 PRO X and DT 900 PRO X are another pair, not alternate spellings of DT 770 PRO X and DT 990 PRO X. Check each manufacturer page rather than assuming that every headphone carrying PRO X has the same tuning, fit or accessory set.

The DT 1770 PRO MKII and DT 1990 PRO MKII use the newer 30-ohm TESLA.45 platform according to beyerdynamic. Do not copy the older 250-ohm model specification onto the MKII listing.

The manufacturer also documents different included cables, pad sets and carrying arrangements. Those details can matter for a working desk, but a premium package does not establish that every listener will prefer its sound. Compare the intended use and, where possible, fit and tonal preference before treating the higher tier as an automatic upgrade.

Use impedance together with sensitivity and the headphone output specification. A headphone amplifier that works well with one DT version is not proven suitable for every other one solely by brand.

If you already own a capable interface, test it before adding an amp. If you need microphone recording, choose that input path deliberately. Read our impedance and sensitivity guide for the electrical decision, and the DT 770 PRO 80 vs 250 ohm guide for that specific classic-model choice.

Use the AX product pages to confirm the actual model, impedance option, package contents and current availability. Consider the complete cost: any genuinely needed amp, microphone for calls, cable adapters and future replacement pads.

Tell us your source model, whether the room is shared, whether you record with a live microphone and what you like or dislike about your current headphone. Those details help build a relevant shortlist. Brand reputation can guide the search; your workflow should make the final choice.

Is DT 770 PRO X the same as DT 700 PRO X?

No. They are separate models. Use their full names and specifications when comparing.

Are the MKII models simply the old models in a new finish?

No. The manufacturer documents different driver platforms and electrical specifications, as well as package differences.

Which beyerdynamic is best for recording a podcast?

Begin with a suitable closed-back model and a headphone output that matches it. Isolation, comfort and sensible playback level matter more than choosing the highest tier.

Do beyerdynamic studio headphones include a chat microphone?

The studio headphones discussed here need a separate microphone for voice chat. Do not confuse them with a dedicated gaming headset.

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For the related buying decision, read our Open-back vs closed-back headphones.

Explore Headphones. For help matching exact model numbers, contact AX Store Kuwait.

AX price check, 26 October 2026: beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO X Closed-Back Studio Headphones 48 Ohm — KWD 89.900 (in stock); beyerdynamic DT 900 PRO X Studio Headphones 48 Ohm — KWD 89.900 (in stock). The product cards show the current price and availability when you shop.

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