The best way I can sum up the Beyerdynamic DT 240 Pro is that it's a well-built, pseudo-circumaural headphone with an overall neutral sound signature with a slight bit of extra bass and it sounds way better than I'd expect for the price. Too fit may be an issue for many people.
The fit and comfort really is my biggest issue with these headphones. The earcups are a lot smaller than any other circumaural headphones I've ever owned and it took me some practice to get my ears centered in them in such a way that the earpads touch my pinnae as little as possible and the outer parts of the earpads contact my head. I should note that my ears are on the smaller side (for a guy) though they do stick out a bit. I'd rate the clamping force of the earcups as medium, being a bit lower than the Sennheiser HD600 and maybe a tad bit higher than the (Austrian-made) AKG K 271 Studio. Combining the clamping force with a proper fit helps keep the padded headband from putting too much pressure on the top of my head, something I'm very sensitive to. I can wear them for a couple of hours but I'm definitely relieved to take them off.
Build quality seems solid. The headband has a metal band running through it and the yokes and earcups appear to be metal. I'm not sure if the hardware connecting the headband to the yokes is also metal so this may be a potential weak point. The padding on the headband does not appear to be replaceable. The earpads do appear to be replaceable based on the fact that they can be easily rotated on the earcups, though I have not tried to take them off and I'm not sure Beyerdynamic sells them. The cable is partially coiled with a 1/8" termination with included screw-on 1/4" adapter and plugs into the headphones on either earcup with a 3/32" stereo plug. They are closed-back headphones that both provide some noise isolation and reduces sound leakage, though neither aspect seem especially notable to me (e.g. the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x do much better at noise isolation).
I use these almost entirely for just listening to music at home. I tend to like a slightly dark to neutral sound signature and am extremely sensitive to sibilance. My hearing is a bit worse than average for a person in their mid-30s and I doubt I can really hear anything above roughly 14KHz, so please keep that in mind. My music consists of mostly electronic (synthpop, industrial, EBM, and related genres) with some rock and pop and a little bit of classical (mostly chamber music).
The DT 240 Pro seem to have an overall neutral sound signature to my ears. There is a slight boost in the lower bass region, especially below 100Hz, that adds a little bit of fun. The bass on these cans gets surprisingly deep and likely easily hits 40Hz and lower. Midrange is neither recessed nor prominent and seems relatively flat until near the lower treble. There is a noticeable dip from roughly 4KHz to close to 10KHz that may bother some people and be a boon to others. On one hand, the dip takes a bit of the "energy" and may give a slightly strange tonal balance to music. On the other hand, the dip is in the sibilant region of the treble and is very helpful to those of us that are sensitive to sibilant sounds. This can make poorly-mastered music, compression artifacts, and sibilant vocalists less bothersome to listen to. At around 10KHz and above the treble is fully present, maybe with a slight boost that works well with the slight boost in the bass region. As a whole, I think neutral is the best description for the sound signature and nothing sounds especially exaggerated.
The soundstage and detail on these headphones really surprised me for something in this price range. The soundstage is surprisingly wide and even has some depth. Side-to-side imaging is quite good and is decent front-to-back, though maybe not quite good enough for something like gaming. The level of detail on these cans seems at least similar to what I remember of the Austrian-made AKG K 271 Studio (that I had owned for over 10 years) and easily surpasses the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x I used to have. The way I judge detail is in how much texture I can hear in elements like synthesizers (e.g. variants of the Access Virus) and string instruments (e.g. cellos and pianos), and these cans exceeded my expectations.
These cans are easy to drive and sound fine directly out of sources such as a Google Pixel 3a, Microsoft Surface Pro 6 (be sure to turn off "sound enhancements" and use dedicated mode on your music player!), and the Apple lightning headphone adapter from an iPhone 7 Plus. They do respond to amplification from even modest amps like the FiiO A3 with a slightly larger soundstage, improved detail retrieval, and better control and depth in the bass region. An amp enhances some aspects of the DT 240 Pro but it does not change their overall character.
I really do think the Beyerdynamic DT 240 Pro are a bargain in terms of sound quality for the price, if they fit you comfortably and the earpads can get a seal. Their overall neutral sound signature should at least be inoffensive to most people, though it is also not particularly exciting. The dip in the lower treble is probably the most polarizing aspect of the sound signature, with some people really not liking it while those that are sensitive to sibilant sounds might very much like it. These cans should definitely be on your shopping list if you are looking for headphones that actually sound good that are under a hundred dollars.
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For studio and on the go
The DT 240 PRO is ideal for both studio use and mobile devices thanks to the combination of compact over-ear design and powerful sound transducers.
Professional sound tuning
Those searching for maximum recording precision will find it in the DT 240 PRO. The proven beyerdynamic sound with clean bass, vivid midrange and defined treble ensures reliable reproduction at studio level.
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Excellent noise isolationHigh ambient noise isolation and minimum spill-over effects make the DT 240 PRO the optimum headphone for mobile monitor applications in loud environments: Eliminate distractions and don’t distract others. |
Wearing comfortFor those more protracted sessions, the lightweight and ergonomic headband and the soft ear pads ensure a high level of wearing comfort. |
Robust DesignSpring steel headband , aluminium yokes and reinforced cable are ideal for professional demands. |
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Audio technology with outstanding sound quality is our great passion at beyerdynamic - and it shows. Anyone who has ever put on a pair of beyerdynamic headphones and listened to music or played their favorite game with one of our headsets will confirm this. Our DT 770 PRO is now a legend and our MMX 300 is recognized as THE professional gaming headset. Made in Germany.
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Great sound, snug fit
I'm big into sound. I edit video, listen to music, and also record my own music. While a good set of speakers is great for all those applications, many times you need the sound to be isolated. That's where headphones come in. Important features are of course sound, build quality, cord length, and fit. The Beyerdynamic DT 240 PRO monitoring headphones come with a detachable cable, a 1/4” adapter, and a soft carrying case. They aren’t heavy, but have a solid build quality which is always a plus. In fact they feel much more expensive than they are. The cord is nice and I really like the mix of both coiled and straight. Fully coiled cords tend to get caught on things. I also like that the cord is light as well and doesn’t have much tension on it. I don’t see any chance of it detaching unexpectedly. The cord actually plugs into either the left or right headphone. This is fantastic! This can come in handy since many times there are cords and devices all over the place and choosing which side the wire is on is a great convenience. The 1/4” adapter is a must and all headphones should include it. A music keyboard tends to use 1/4” while a computer’s headphone jack uses the smaller connection. It’s nice not to have to get the adapter separately or use one from something else that may not fit well. This one actually screws on, which is a nice touch. The sound quality is excellent. I played The Roots of Coincidence from the Pat Metheny Group album Imaginary Day. This song has everything: subtle strings to pounding bass/techno sounds, driving beats, distorted guitars, etc. It really covers the full sonic spectrum. These headphones have an excellent range. The bass is good while not being overly powerful. The highs are also well controlled. It’s not perfectly flat, but there aren’t any hotspots that I noticed, even at a high volume. When it comes to editing I have no control over what clients will listen with (different headphones, earphones, stereo speakers, computer speakers, phone speakers, etc, so I don’t want distorted bass or clipping highs. I found these headphones to definitely be in a good sonic spot for editing. As for the fit, I found them a little too snug. While they do a good job at isolating, I prefer headphones that go over my entire ear. I wear glasses so having the headphones press against my ears pushes them against the frames which gets uncomfortable if I have to use them for long stretches. In conclusion, sound-wise these are excellent. Fit-wise they’re a little too snug for my liking. Without my glasses on I still would want them to have less pressure. I gave them 3 stars because when it comes to headphones I think that fit is equally important to sound… at least for my usage.
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Dani
Für mich 10/10 Kopfhörer. Doch warum gingen sie dann zurückging?
Reviewed in Germany on December 9, 2023
Dani
Reviewed in Germany on December 9, 2023
Beyerdynamic DT 240 sind auch für kleinere Köpfe geeignet, soweit ich davon ausgehen kann, weil ich selbst einen haben. Sie bieten einen guten Sitz und bequemen Tragekomfort auch mehrere Stunden hinweg.
Umgebung:
Die Cushions sind aus Kunstleder, die Lauscher haben einen angenehmen Anpressdruck, was einen tollen passiven Noise Cancelling-Effekt mit sich bringt. Gefühlt 50-60% der Umweltgeräusche kann ich im stillen ausgeschalteten Zustand Wahrnehmen, mit laufender Musik höre ich keinen Menschen mehr. Benutze die Kopfhörer am iPhone mit Apple’s Lightning-Adapterkabel auf 3,5er Jack klinke. Funktioniert tadellos.
Zubehör:
Das Kabel das mitgeliefert wird, ist schön lang und bietet mittig noch ein gerollten Abschnitt, dadurch hat man einen Puffer, sollte man sich etwa irgendwo einhängen - Türklinken, etc.
Das Kabel hat eine weiche glatte Oberfläche in guter Qualität und es verheddert sich nicht leicht, das gefällt mir sehr gut.
Zusätzlich zu erwähnen ist, dass der Audio-Stecker am Lauscher vom Kopfhörer eingesteckt kürzer, schmaler und im allgemeinen kleiner ausfällt, als der üblich gewohnte 3,5er Jack.
Einen Ersatz hätte ich dafür bei Verlust nicht auf die Schnelle. Da hoffe ich, dass Beyerdynamic lange Ersatz anbietet zur Nachbestellung. Von der Verfügbarkeit seitens der Firma Beyerdynamic bezüglich von Zubehör hörte ich allerdings besonders gutes. Für den ein oder anderen Tollpatsch vielleicht interessant, also vorher ein Backup-Kabel als Ersatz mitbestellen 👍
Trotzdem etwas positives zum kleineren „Jack Klinke“ der am Kopfhörer angeschlossen wird: Durch die fühlbar kleinere Form auch im Dunkeln ohne rumgemehre schnell ertastbar und ohne Probleme am Lauscher angeschloßen. Situationsbedingt ein großer Pluspunkt (Noch praktischer ist nur Bluetooth).
Wenn man draußen unterwegs ist, ist das Kabel am Smartphone angeschlossen gut ausbalanciert und nicht zu schwer. Mag es also wie es ist.
Funktionalität:
Man hat an beiden Lauschern die Möglichkeit das kleine Klinke-Kabel einzustecken.
Je nach Trageart und Vorliebe, ob links oder rechts, für jeden was dabei.
Klang:
Der Sound im Bass-Bereich gut, nicht over the top. Die Mitteltöne verzerren nicht und es wird nichts verschluckt. Die Hochtönende sind Detailgetreu und sanft (Plärren nicht, wie es beispielsweise, meiner subjektiven Meinung nach bei den Marshall Mayjor IV 32 Ohm Kopfhörer war - Vergleich die DT 240 Pro haben hier 34 Ohm - bei Marshall fiel es rauer aus, bisschen dreckiger, rockiger? Geschmacksache.
Was auch trotzdem gute Kopfhörer sind, allerdings nichts für mich. Das Klangbild der DT 240 Pro ist offen und klar, sehr angenehm und schön balanciert. zusammengefasst ein ausgewogenes und sattes Klangbild.
Habe auch die DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm und DT 990 Pro 250 Ohm im Einsatz am PC mit dem Wave XLR und Wave DX zusammen. Was tolle Kopfhörer sind für mich wenn ich sitze, für den mobilen Einsatz sind die DT 240 Pro ein Sweetspot.
Einwurf:
Freue mich auch mal die Bluetooth-Modelle von BD auszuprobieren und hoffe meinen Gewinner hier zu finden bei beispielsweise dem Aventho Wireless, mal sehen ob es für kleinere Köpfe auch geeigent sein wird. Denn ich hörte es soll sich in Haaren verheddern und bei Brillenträgern drucken, dem möchte ich auch mal mit Sonnenbrille auf dem Grund gehen. Sehen auch sehr spannend aus, für alle die auch noch ein Wireless Kopfhörer suchen: vielleicht ausprobieren, das spielt allerdings in einer anderen Preisklasse, wo man schon einmal kurz ins schwitzen kommt.
Zurück zu den getesteten Modellen.
Alle 3 sind geeignet für kleine Köpfe, bestellen, ausprobieren und dann habt ihr die Qual der Wahl oder ihr behaltet alle. Denn alle haben ihren Einsatzort, wo ein jedes Modell sich eine Medaille holen kann.
Die DT 990er beispielsweise haben eine „offene“ Bauweise und das ist, meiner Meinung nach, nach langer Benutzung der DT 770 ein tolles Mittel für „müden Ohren“ bei einer langen PC Session beim Schneiden, Gaming oder Musikproduktion.
Fazit:
Die Kopfhörer sitzen toll und werde sie behalten. Das Kabel ist leicht, gut ausbalanciert und verheddert nicht. Voller und ausgewogener, detailreicher Sound. Sehr laut an Mobilgeräten (Getestet mit Spotify iPhone 13 Pro).
Wenn diese erhabene Technik bei Beyerdynamic beibehalten wird, bleiben sie meiner Meinung nach nur schwer zu schlagen, eine Sperrspitze in Sachen Klangqualität, die nur schwer zu erreichen ist.
10/10: toller Preis, für tolle Leistung. Klare Kaufempfehlung.
Wichtig noch zum Abschluss:
Das ist meine erlebte subjektive Meinung und Erfahrung. Selbst testen ist immer das beste was man machen kann und wartet auf ein gutes Angebot.
Am ende, da gingen sie doch zurück. Warum?
Am PC da sind Kabel nicht störend, bei der Hausarbeit, bei der Pause in der Arbeit, beim Sport, da schon. So toll die Kopfhörer sind, kabellose Kopfhörer haben es mir schon angetan, den Komfort und die Einfachheit: Habe nun die Aventho Wireless hier.
Meinung hierzu folgt später auf der Produkt-Seite. Hoffe darin endlich meine Kopfhörer für unterwegs gefunden zu haben. Machen einen sehr wertigen und guten Eindruck. Der App für das sounding hat auch auf iOS eine tolle Verbindung ohne Abbrüche.
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