Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 1000303
Beyerdynamic
44 Overall Score
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Bowers & Wilkins
78 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 1000303
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Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
88 out of 100 medium confidence 11 reviews
The Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 headphones receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, build materials, and comfort. Reviewers consistently praise the detailed, immersive audio with excellent instrument separation and balanced bass, though some note the ANC is slightly behind Bose and Sony. A few users mention the high price and minor comfort issues with the headband, but most agree the premium experience justifies the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality and detail
- Excellent build quality and premium materials
- Very comfortable for long listening sessions
- Great instrument separation and soundstage
- Good battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC not as good as Bose or Sony
- Headband comfort issues for some users
- Strong clamping force for some
- Bass not as punchy as competitors
Sound quality 11
Build quality 8
Comfort 9
Noise cancellation 7
Value for money 6
Battery life 3
Scores
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Specifications
| Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 1000303 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✗ |
| Weight | 0.45 kg | 0.31 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | velour | Leather |
| Headband | memory foam | Aluminum, Leather |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | TESLA.45 | — |
| Driver Size | 45 mm★ | 40 mm |
| Drivers | 1★ | — |
| Freq Min | 5 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | 30 Ω | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Premium Tesla studio headphones for mixing, mastering and editing (open-back) - Black | aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | 3 m | — |
| Range | 3 m★ | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | Yes★ |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 8★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| App | — | Bowers & Wilkins Music app |
Pros & Cons
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 1000303
- Strong sound (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong build (79th percentile)
- Below average comfort (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average mic (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average anc (33rd percentile)
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
- Strong mic (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average comfort (15th percentile)15th %ile
Pricing
Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 1000303
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
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Verdict
Winner: Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 301165-06-00-308
Scores 78 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 12 of 33 specs.