Beyerdynamic BD1001629
The handcrafted STELLAR.45 driver and open-back design deliver a 5Hz-40kHz frequency response with a natural treble lift, acting as a sonic magnifier for precise editing. Its 48-ohm impedance and detachable locking mini-XLR cable provide consistent, detailed sound from any device, backed by replaceable parts for long-term durability. This headphone is best for mixing engineers and editors who need to identify acoustic imperfections with exceptional transparency.
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (81st percentile) 81st
- Strong anc (69th percentile) 69th
Cons
- Below average mic (20th percentile)
- Below average comfort (34th 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 | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | velour |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 40000 |
| Impedance | 48 |
| Codecs | Its natural treble boost and impressive transparency deliver an exceptionally clear and spacious soundstage – perfect for mixing, critical listening, and editing. Airy detailed, unrivalled. |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 3 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Beyerdynamic BD1001629 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 48 | 314 | 470 | 16 | 34 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 20 | 50 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beyerdynamic BD1001629 | 68.7 | 19.8 | 80.5 | 49.4 | 50.3 | 33.9 | 48.9 | 55.7 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.4 | 88.2 | 80.5 | 96.5 | 80.6 | 59.3 | 99.1 | 89.1 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98.4 | 88.2 | 93.4 | 98.3 | 92.4 | 90 | 98.5 | 70.9 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.4 | 86.5 | 93.4 | 94.7 | 75.5 | 33.9 | 95.5 | 98.7 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 94.7 | 98.7 | 80.5 | 97.8 | 88.5 | 59.3 | 97.9 | 64.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 94.7 | 83.3 | 96.1 | 60.9 | 77.8 | 84.3 | 99.4 | 75.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
Newegg 2 offers From $200
Best Buy 1 offer From $200
Price History
Usage Scores
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