Although most full-size headphones with audiophile pretensions have open designs that allow the listener to hear outside sounds, a few models are closed to hush ambient noise. The Beyerdynamic DT 880s have a semiopen design that combines the attributes of open and closed headphones .

The Beyerdynamic DT 880 headphones are among the most comfortable on the market, and they come packaged in a gorgeous padded aluminum storage case; The headphones use a standard miniplug connector but include a 1/4-inch adapter and a 15-foot extension cord

The DT 880s are expensive; and ill suited for use with the iPod

Despite the option for a 32Ω set of headphones, nobody should really be considering the DT 880s-or any open backed headphones-for mobile use. However, if used in the right situation, these cans are gold-despite the silvery exterior.

Headphones are especially challenging to review. Because a headphone's frequency response depends on the ear canals of the listener, and each person's ear canals are different, a pair of headphones will sound somewhat -- or even substantially -- different to each person.

Headphones are to speakers as motorcycles are to automobiles. Not as generally useful, sure, but significantly better in some respects. And a whole lot cheaper for a given level of performance.

Perfect service from day 1. Unsure weather or not to pull the trigger I messaged minidisc via their contact us page, and every reply was within minutes, communication was fantastic. Delivery was next day and included in the fee. Now on to business, t..

The DT880s are BeyerDynamic's flagship headphones. Following on from their incredibly successful DT531, the later Beyers such as the DT770, DT880 and DT990 have captured many people's hearts with their unique sounds.

Incredible highs; Wonderful tight bass; Wide Soundstage; Comfortable

May be too neutral for some

I was quite disappointed with my DT880. I thought they'd make for excellent christmas present, but I was really wrong.

- High sensitivity for such impedance; extended bass; undistorted treble

- Lacking frequency balance; V-shaped response (smiley face); soundstage too shallow & small

Beyerdynamic appears to have taken a leaf out of the car industry's book by keeping a product name from years ago, but then completely changing the design. No doubt this will ensure havoc on eBay in years to come...

Comfortable to wear

Less bassy than most headphones

balanced and cool

Soft cushion comfort with the perfect grip, plus a sound that has impressive all-round ability.

Impressive all-round ability

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