Beyerdynamic DT 880 DT880 Premium
The semi-open design delivers detailed, analytical sound reproduction by blending the spaciousness of open-back headphones with the slightly increased isolation of a closed pair. German-made build quality is evident in the rugged, adjustable headband and replaceable velour ear pads, ensuring long-term comfort. These 32-ohm headphones are best for home audio listeners and mobile users seeking accurate, uncolored sound directly from a smartphone or tablet without a dedicated amplifier.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (88th percentile) 88th
Cons
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)
- Below average mic (18th percentile)
- Below average sound (20th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (22nd percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | semi-open |
| Weight | 0.7 kg / 1.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | velour |
| Headband | leatherette |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Codecs | beyerdynamic DT 880 Premium Edition 32 Ohm Over-Ear-Stereo Headphones. Semi-Open Design, Wired, high-end, for Tablet and Smartphone |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Cable Length | 2.87 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Beyerdynamic DT 880 DT880 Premium | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | - | 480 | 314 | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | semi-open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beyerdynamic DT 880 DT880 Premium | 32.1 | 18.1 | 35 | 20.1 | 44.7 | 12.5 | 37.3 | 22.3 | 87.5 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 76.1 | 53.7 | 87.1 | 97.7 | 98.4 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.8 | 98.2 | 90.7 | 46.5 | 87.1 | 93.8 | 87.5 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.8 | 95.6 | 76.1 | 53.7 | 70.6 | 98.9 | 87.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98 | 83.2 | 92.4 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.3 | 87.1 | 94.4 | 98.4 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.4 | 98.3 | 77.8 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.7 | 52.9 | 97.4 | 60 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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