beyerdynamic
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
Studio reference · Open · 250Ω
92
/ 100
From $599
VS
64 Audio U12t wins by 3
64 Audio
64 Audio U12t
IEM
95
/ 100
From $1,999
Specdex verdict
64 Audio U12t takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII lands at 92 and 64 Audio U12t at 95. That puts 64 Audio U12t ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII if…
- ✓Reference-class detail retrieval
- ✓Made in Germany build
- ✓Includes both balanced + analytical pads
Pick 64 Audio U12t if…
- ✓Reference-level detail
- ✓Well-regarded in audiophile community
- ✓Long-term ownership appeal
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII 92
vs 95 64 Audio U12t
Score breakdown
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
92 sound 96
comfort 88
build 96
value 84
anc 0
battery 0
features 0
64 Audio U12t
95 sound 95
comfort 88
build 0
value 0
anc 0
battery 100
features 50
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII | 64 Audio U12t |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Open-back dynamic | IEM |
| Driver | 45 mm Tesla | — |
| Impedance | 250Ω | — |
| Frequency response | 5 Hz – 40 kHz | — |
| Cable | Detachable XLR / 6.35mm | — |
| Weight | 370 g | — |
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
Pros
- +Reference-class detail retrieval
- +Made in Germany build
- +Includes both balanced + analytical pads
Cons
- −Open-back leaks sound
- −Needs amplification (250Ω)
- −No wireless variant
64 Audio U12t
Pros
- +Reference-level detail
- +Well-regarded in audiophile community
- +Long-term ownership appeal
Cons
- −Requires amplifier (most)
- −No active noise cancellation
- −Impractical for commuting
FAQ: beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII vs 64 Audio U12t
Which is better, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or 64 Audio U12t? +
64 Audio U12t scores 95 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII worth the price? +
At $599, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in sound.
Is 64 Audio U12t worth the price? +
At $1,999, 64 Audio U12t delivers a Specdex score of 95 — strongest in battery.
Does beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or 64 Audio U12t last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.