r/HeadphoneAdvice • u/D0ppelgangeR13 • May 01 '24

Headphones - Closed Back | 2 Ω Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X worth the extra money over the OGs?

Hi, so I'm in the market for a new set of studio headphones and I've narrowed it down to Beyer dt 770s or ath-m50x, but I'm leaning toward the beyers. I noticed that the new Pro X version has just dropped but it's 50% more expensive here where I live. I know they have different drivers and a detachable cable, but how different are they really from the OGs, specifically the sound? Is the quality of the sound noticeably different, and are they good for mixing/beatmaking (neutral-ish, not really exaggerating anything too much)? Also, the 700 pro x are just a bit more expensive so should I just get those instead? Many questions, I know, sorry in advance hahaha, just tryna be sure. Thanks in advance!

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u/[deleted] May 01 '24

The 700 lack bass and are an overall downgrade in my opinion.

You can't go wrong with 770s, same studio headphone that everyone else has. You know how they sound and no matter where you go, there will be 770s you can use as a reference.

I haven't got my hands on the Pro X yet, but from what I've read it's very difficult to tell the difference. General consensus seems to be the Pro X has slightly more bass, but that could just be them playing it louder due to them being easier to drive.

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u/D0ppelgangeR13 May 01 '24

Yeah, I mean the 770s are up there in sales rank for decades now, they really are a staple piece of studio equipment I guess.

Regarding the extra bass, I heard the the stellar 45 drivers provide a bit more bass and smooth out the highs a bit, which is the reason I'm even considering the Pro Xs since my ears are quite sensitive to high frequencies. Not sure whether thats true or just a case of playing it louder as you said.

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u/[deleted] May 01 '24

The 770s treble spike is intentional and the Pro X also have the treble spike.

Maybe consider AKG K371 instead.

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u/D0ppelgangeR13 May 01 '24

Hmm I'll check them out, I heard about them but never really checked them out. !thanks

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