- Beyerdynamic DT 720 launching for $159/£89 (around AU$182)
- “Studio-grade” headphones at a more affordable price
- Frequency range from 5 Hz to 24,000 Hz
Beyerdynamic is famous for its DT studio headphones, like the Beyerdynamic DT 770 Studio/Pro, which are the choice of many producers, podcasters, musicians and me: they offer great sound and excellent clarity, which is important when you mix things for other people to hear. And now there’s an even more affordable option that promises studio-quality sound for a much lower price.
The Beyerdynamic DT 270 costs just $159 / £89 / €99 (around AU$182). If you prefer in-ear headphones rather than over-ear, they also offer the impressive Beyerdynamic DT 72 IE, which are designed for guitarists and singers and which we really enjoyed.
But for me and many other amateur, semi-pro and professional users, over-ear headphones are the best option for some serious time in the studio. So how do they compare to their more expensive peers?
Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro: Key Features
First, while other Pro models come in a variety of impedances (the DT 770 Pro I use can be purchased in 32 ohm, 80 ohm, and 250 ohm versions for laptop/mobile, general, and high-end configurations, respectively), the DT 270 comes in a single version: 45 ohm.
That means they’re easy to handle whether you plug them into a computer, your phone, or your hi-fi. And as for connections, they come with a USB-C to 3.5mm adapter included, so you can connect them directly to current phones without a connector.
The DT 270 is slightly smaller than its counterparts and weighs only 194 g. The headband is spring steel and well padded for a comfortable fit, and the pads are velvet rather than the flaking-prone vegan leather we often see on over-ears.
My Beyerdynamics are the same, and although I’m a member of the People With Massive Heads community, I’ve found them incredibly comfortable, which matters if you’re someone who gets lost in music for long periods of time. I’ve had mine for three or four years and, despite very regular use, the cups show no signs of wear and have not lost their comfort.
The frequency response is usefully wide from 5Hz to 24,000Hz and Beyerdynamic says the sound profile is “studio level”. I haven’t heard these, but if they’re similar to my DT 770 Pro headphones, that means a profile with slightly clipped bass and slightly brighter treble, which is good for picking up small details in a mix.
The Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro are available now for a recommended retail price of $159 / £89 / €99 (around AU$182).
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