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beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — Studio reference · Open · 250Ω
beyerdynamic

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Studio reference · Open · 250Ω

92
/ 100
From $599
VS
beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII wins by 1
Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — Over-ear · 2022
Bowers & Wilkins

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Over-ear · 2022

91
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII lands at 92 and Bowers & Wilkins Px8 at 91. That puts beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII ahead by 1 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 Bowers & Wilkins Px8 if…

  • ✓Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • ✓Premium build
  • ✓Active noise cancellation (most models)
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Sound quality

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Tuning, detail, and staging

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII leads on sound (96 vs 91).

Comfort

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Long-session wearability

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 leads on comfort (90 vs 88).

Value for money

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII more score per dollar ($599 vs $699).

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII 92
vs
91 Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Score breakdown

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII
92
sound 96
comfort 88
build 96
value 84
anc 0
battery 0
features 0
Bowers & Wilkins Px8
91
sound 91
comfort 90
build 0
value 0
anc 89
battery 82
features 87

Specs side-by-side

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII versus Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — full spec comparison
Spec beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII Bowers & Wilkins Px8
Type
Open-back dynamic
Over-ear
Driver
45 mm Tesla
—
Impedance
250Ω
—
Frequency response
5 Hz – 40 kHz
—
Cable
Detachable XLR / 6.35mm
—
Weight
370 g
—
Release year
—
2022

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

Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Pros
  • +Flagship comfort + ANC on modern models
  • +Premium build
  • +Active noise cancellation (most models)
Cons
  • −Battery varies by codec
  • −Some are Bluetooth-only
  • −Price creep vs previous gen

FAQ: beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII vs Bowers & Wilkins Px8

Which is better, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bowers & Wilkins Px8? +

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 Bowers & Wilkins Px8 worth the price? +

At $699, Bowers & Wilkins Px8 delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sound.

Does beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bowers & Wilkins Px8 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.

Which is better for sound quality, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bowers & Wilkins Px8? +

beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII — leads on sound (96 vs 91). Tuning, detail, and staging.

Which is better for comfort, beyerdynamic DT 1990 Pro MKII or Bowers & Wilkins Px8? +

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 — leads on comfort (90 vs 88). Long-session wearability.