(In extracts. Translated from German to English.)

[...] razor-sharp precision and straight-forwardness in the treble, mids and upper bass. I was really surprised to recognize some scratches or even distortions in my well-known test files in an absolutely clear and starkly way. Even some studio monitors for multiple price are not as precise as the DT 660 is. [...]

"They’re the most comfortable headphones I’ve ever used, the sound is crystal clear, and their design makes me proud to show them off to people who like to brag about their electronics." [...]
"True sound definition and phenomenal bass response."[...]

"[...] making everything from rock music to country sound rich and immersive. The DT 880 headphones are also very comfortable during long listening sessions [...]"

"The high frequencies sound crystal clear without ever coming across as unpleasant, the balanced mids sound analytical and strong, and the bass is voluminous without being too obtrusive." [...]

"The clarity of sound and images are striking."
"The comfort of these headphones can not be beaten."[...]

"If you’re unfamiliar with headphones of this caliber, you will discover new things in music that you had never heard before."[...]

"An open-back headphone that delivers a powerful, lifelike sound, the Beyerdynamic DT 860s are ideal for listening to music at home or on the road."
"As a result, listeners can enjoy the sensation of actually being at the jazz concert or listening in on a classical recording session."
"For comfort and portability, this headphone is a great asset to those who love excellent sound quality and comfort rolled in one. So definitely take the extra step to try out a pair for yourself. I’m sure in no time you’ll see that this Headphone will be the perfect choice for you."[...]

"[...] the beyerdynamic DT 660 attenuates ambient noise so effectively that outside distractions are almost completely blocked out."
"[...] the DT 660's extremely strong neodymium magnet system offers a detailed audio reproduction and powerful bass response [...]"
"And as a bonus, the headphones fold up into a compact footprint, making them easy to store and transport."

"Closed-style headphone with detailed audio reproduction and powerful bass response"[...]

"The beyerdynamic DT 131 TV headphone is a lightweight and comfortable headphone with an open-back design.
It can be connected to all TV sets via the 16-foot cable with an adjustable volume control and mono/stereo switch to provide a balanced, transparent sound."[...]

"The DT 131 TV brings true high-fidelity performance in a lightweight design [...]"

"The single-sided cable and soft replaceable ear pads make for excellent comfort and style."[...]

[...]"Don't let the straight-forward looks fool you, this is one terrific earpad headphone."
"[...] good isolation and impressively well-balanced sound quality. Solid bass with a seamless response across the audio spectrum [...]"

[...] "At this price point, these might be my favorite headphones. Great sound, good comfort."
"They have made a real beyerdynamic fan out of me." [...]

"Best entry-level sealed headphones"
"This surprisingly comfortable set will drive out the drone of your next business flight, without the need for finicky or pricey active noise-reduction technology. Great sound at a great price."[...]

"The new DTX 60 is a great companion for all in ear applications."
"Good sound and extraordinary durability at a budget price is the strength of this headphone."[...]

"For comfort and portability, this headphone is a great asset to those who love excellent sound quality and comfort rolled in one. So definitely take the extra step to try out a pair for yourself. I’m sure in no time you’ll see that this Headphone will be the perfect choice for you."[...]

"Against its rivals, who often seek a mellifluous, valve-like sound, the Beyerdynamic A1 has studio-like neutrality as its design concept."
"It’s not just the sound the A1 makes that impresses; it’s also the silence. Given a suitable recording, this headphone amp recreates inky depths of silence that’s the preserve of the very best amplification."
"Whatever the price of headphone, the A1 seems to extract the very best from it in terms of separation and ultimate width of sound."[...]

"[...] the A1 seems to have as much or more output capability than any amp we’ve had around [...]"
"[...] the A1 has a sense of dynamic ease that is consistent with the observation that it drives all sorts of headphones easily."
"If high output impedance works for your headphones, and you yearn for a lively but not edgy sound, I think you’d really enjoy the A1." [...]

"The award goes to Beyerdynamic T 50 p for its hi-fi listening on the go experience. The beautifully handcrafted, retro design results in headphones that are so comfortable you can spend long hours relaxing and listening to music without discomfort." [...]

"[...] super cool looking Beyer T 50 p portable headphone."
"The build quality is really awesome... The design is very modern [...]"

"The brushed metal feel is awesome..."

"The design of the Beyer Dynamic T 50 p convinces - not only with its simple elegance, but also with high comfort and good attenuation of ambient noise." [...]

"The build quality of the T50P is exceptional."  [...]

"The Beyer Dynamic T 50 p is the best headphones on the go." [...]

"That's when I can tell I am really enjoying a listening session when the music sucks me in to the point where emotion takes over. These are fun headphones my friends."

"The T 5 p offers you a world class high fidelity headphone..."

"I plugged the T 5p into my iPhone to give it test spin, and found the iPhone was able drive it to quite satisfying volume levels with ease."

"All-in-all, the T 1 is a world class headphone. Beyerdynamic has outdone themselves, and I’m completely blown away."

"Beyerdynamic T 1: Mercedes-Benz of headphones"

"Detail and imaging are top notch, as well as musicality."

"Very highly recommended and a true Five star performer."

"With this headphone you can hear a lot of things you may have never heard before, such as footsteps, raindrops, and even whispering." [...]
"Man oh man these cans can reach deep into the music. They are so transparent that you can hear nearly everything that's there."

[…] "This beyerdynamic is our high-end headphone amp of choice. It’s beautifully made and can switch between two line-level inputs at the press of a button. The A1’s sound quality is deeply impressive, combining insight and refinement". […]

[…] An accomplished all-arounder at a very affordable price – if you’re on a budget, these should be on your must-listen list. [...]

[…] stylish, light and confortable; detailed and well intergrated right trough the frequency range; fluid but punchy; crucking dynamics. […]

 

[..] “The system of noise reduction has been dramatically improved (…) it is almost perfect !” [...]

In extracts:

[...] The DT 1350, rated at 5 - 30,000 Hz, is anchored with low end that's impressively assertive for its size, kept proportionate with treble extension that's not peaky and controlled, slightly forward midrange. This direct but not brightened presentation has just a touch more perceivable clarity in the intimate lower mids, which comes across as delivering less liquidity but imparts a presence that cuts through high-volume environments. Even competing with a noise threshold, as it did when I DJ'ed a country club gig, directly flanked by two dual 15-inch JBL cabinets and a dedicated sub, the Tesla architecture skillfully assures a detail-oriented soundstage that never feels fatiguing or that it's straining for accuracy. [...]

skratchworx.com
UK, March 2011

REVIEW: Beyerdynamic DT 1350 DJ Headphones

Mark Settle on the DT 1350:

"Hype: Pretty much everything
Gripe: Obviously price, but if pushed I'd say not as bassy as regular DJ headphones, the relatively small fit and the potential lack of longevity of the headband cushions."

beyerdynamic unveils two new headsets, one
for fixed-wing pilots and one for rotary pilots

[...] This new HS400 retains the distinctive ‘beyerdynamic look’ and it’s great to see a company start to think about helicopter pilots; a version of the HS400 called the Rotor is available, this version having a coiled cable and a single U-174/U jack plug. The fixed-wing version is called the Signum. Whilst this new model doesn’t have electronic noise cancelling, it does have improvements based from feedback online polls and market research at exhibitions the company’s staff have attended. beyerdynamic has also ran week-long flight tours over the past three years where first-hand contact with pilots has helped them listen to what they want from a headset. So what is the main improvement? beyerdynamic says, “Our customers requested a smaller audio box than the old HS300 to connect a music player, mobile phone or iPhone. So the new audio box on the HS400 comes with two volume controls (one for each earcup) and an LED to display the remaining capacity of the two AA batteries or rechargeable batteries. “We’ve also improved the comfort of the earcups by using the softer viscoelastic filling from our top-of-therange model, the HS 600 DANR, in this”. [...]

More details about HS 400 Signum/Rotor

musicradar.com
UK, September 2010

Cans for mixing, listening, recording and DJing

Declan McGlynn on the DT 100 and DT 990 PRO:

DT 100:
"They might not be too pleasant to listen to, but they deliver incredibly accurate sound reproduction, warts and all." 

DT 990 PRO:
"They are bright but not harsch, thick but not cloudy, warm but also sincere, and in terms of comfort they are a joy to wear for long periods."

Out with the old in with the new

In an exclusive first European test, LOOP’s testing expert Phil O’Donoghue gets his hands on the brand new Beyerdynamic HS400 Signum, the German-based company’s latest passive headset.

T he  H S 4 0 0 at a glance

+ Ear pads with extra soft leatherette cover and viscoelastic filling

+ Automatic volume reduction of phone or music player when signals from the intercom occur (selectable function)

+ Mono/stereo selection switch+ Noise-compensated microphone with adjustable gain

+ Integrated volume control+ Rugged headband design made of spring steel with soft, replaceable headband pad

+ Modular construction for easy servicing+ Five-year warranty+ Weight: 325g (without cable)

What's in the box

+ HS400 Signum+ Padded case

+ Wind shield for microphone

+ Connecting cables for mobile phones (including iPhone)

+ Connecting cable for portable music players such as CD or MP3 players

The world of aviation moves quickly, but one part that seems to move faster than most is headsets. With so many manufacturers around, it seems hard to know just what the latest and greatest products are.

There’s the world of ANR, where headsets are expensive but come with the latest innovations in controlling sound. Then, there are passive headsets where the prices are greatly reduced due to the use of less intuitive technology. That’s not to say that a passive headset can’t combine a smaller price tag with all the extra features of an ANR headset. That’s how Beyerdynamic sees it and the company has tried to combine the best of both with its brand new headset. The new HS400 Signum headset is an update to the company’s popular HS300 passive noise reduction model. When we tested the HS300 a couple of years back, we were quite impressed overall, but we did have a grumble about the bulky audio box used to interface a phone or music player. This aspect of the headset has been improved, with the HS400 now featuring a smaller and neater audio box.

The audio box also accommodates the two AA batteries that are required to power the auxiliary audio input interface, dual Left/Right volume control sliders, an LED to indicate when the audio interface is powered on, and a second LED
to show the status of the auto mute function. The power-on LED also doubles as a battery capacity indicator by changing from steady to fl ashing when about
20 hours of battery life remain. Battery power is only required for operation of the auxiliary audio interface, and not for the basic headset function. Sadly, neither the audio box nor the headset lead comes with a clip to secure them out of the way in the cockpit.


What is surprising about the HS 400 is that the passive noise attenuation is excellent

The HS400 features large circular ear cups that completely enclose the ears. The ear pads are made from viscoelastic material covered with very soft leatherette. We’ve found this design to provide a good seal around the ears, even while wearing spectacles. The headband is made from lightweight spring steel and is covered with a removable headband pad. The clamping force is quite low in comparison with many headsets. Coupled with a weight of just 325g, the overall result is a very good level of comfort, even when wearing the headset for extended periods. It’s not a surprise that a light headset with gentle headband clamping should be comfortable, but what is surprising about the HS400 is that notwithstanding the comfort, the passive noise attenuation is excellent – as good as any passive headset we’ve used.

The HS 400 Signum really comes into when music is played through the auxiliary input

The HS400 features an electret mic with adjustable gain, mounted on a fl exible boom that’s easy to position and can be rotated to allow the mic to be placed on the left or right side of the mouth. The clarity of speech through the headset is good, but the HS400 really comes into its own when music is played through
the auxiliary input. We used an iPod for music input and found the sound quality to be outstanding.

Automatic muting of the auxiliary input is controlled using a switch conveniently located on the front of the audio box. When enabled, the muting feature automatically drops the volume of the external device by 90% when there is an incoming nav, comm, or intercom signal. After a couple of seconds of silence on the intercom or radios, the auxiliary audio gradually  returns to 100% of the set volume.

The HS400 looks smart, modern and  compact, and is very nicely constructed. It comes with a high-quality nylon case, cables for connecting a phone or music player, and a fi ve-year warranty. The HS400 is also available on Beyerdynamic’s Manufaktor facility, where the purchaser can customise the headset to the style they want at no extra cost – there is a range of colours, materials and even personalised engraving.
www.beyerdynamic.com

More details about HS 400 Signum/Rotor

(In extracts. For the complete test please go to www.hifistatement.net)

[...] For me, the brand new T1 are exceptional headphones and easy to get addicted to. They easily reveal the limitations of most loudspeakers and their listening rooms. Anyone who wants to see what is sonically possible with today’s headphones as well as anyone who wants to explore the tonal potential of high resolution, digital software simply can not pass by Beyerdynamic’s flagship headphones, the T1. Very highly recommended. [...]