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Massdrop x Beyerdynamic DT 177X GO Headphones
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keyboard_arrow_downT.Fernandez
801
Collabs
Apr 16, 2019
THE PATH TO THE ULTIMATE LUXURIOUS, FUN, TRANSPORTABLE CLOSED BACK HEADPHONE
Beyerdynamic started in 1924 and they are known for making the first modern headphones.
Year 1937: Beyerdynamic DT 48. “DT” stands for “Dynamic Telephone”.
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Audio_ForLife
0
Apr 3, 2021
Did you had to increase or decrease the bass with EQ? Any update, how did it performed after burn-in?
Metroid
130
Apr 16, 2019
I wonder why not choose dt 1990 pro instead of this for the massdrop, i mean prices are very close to each other and the 1990 pro version is so much better. Big mistake from massdrop.
ericleckey
103
May 2, 2019
MetroidSpeaking for my interest. I went for this drop because they are a good set of closed back headphones. A good set of closed back are a hard find, and for $380, I am thinking they are probably an exceptional and unmatched buy. I would not have purchased the 1990s as I already have several open headphones in this same price range. Good Open headphones are all over, but quality closed are few and far between. So I saw this as an opportunity to get a good quality closed set at this price, which was hard to beat. Also, Massdrop has put out a lot of open headphones, but only a few good closed back, so this was an opportunity for MD to drop a really good closed back at a great price.
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bcaulf
151
Feb 11, 2020
gyroscopicsBecause some folks might prefer it?
Sorry, but just because a new wireless headphone is coming out doesn’t mean it kills every other headphone. Both headphones will sound totally different; some will prefer this, others will prefer the Panda. Some people will prefer the comfort of these, others will prefer the comfort of the Panda. Some people want something balanced. Different strokes for different folks.
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ridhuankim
669
May 1, 2020
gyroscopicsThe problem with this hobby is that you don't get to keep just 1 pair of headphones.
But I do think that it might have been a challenge debating should I buy this DT177x or not IF the Panda was released first.
I try not to buy anymore headphones and also trying to clear up my inventory but it is always... "I need to keep this... and this and that...."
I prefer to bring my headphones out as I usually walk to office and back.
So I tend to customize the headphones to be portable.
I had modified ATH-M50 by cutting the cable and make it detachable.
Then the Fostex TH X-00 Ebony with mmcx.
Now this DT 177x with custom cable adapter to make it a real portable headphone.
I don't mind carrying portable dac/amp and I am currently enjoying the FIIO BTR-3 so I can even take calls with these headphones on the street :)
FIIO BTR-3 makes everything really portable.
I am still waiting for my Panda but I don't see how it will obsolete my existing collection of headphones.
I still like to listen to my Sony MDR-Z1 and Sennheiser HD820 when I am in the office.
I do believe Panda may obsolete some of my IEMs though.
Remxaii
30
Apr 18, 2019
Okay I could do with a little advice
I currently have a pair of Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro and a pair of Sennheiser HD6XX.
I did have the AKG K7XX but I sold them as they didn't really do a lot for me.
Currently just have them running through a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 interface and into my PC but I plan on replacing that with the Schiit Modi/Magni 3.
I like the Custom One Pro sound but they seem awfully lacking in detail since picking up the HD6XX. Also love the build quality and general feel of the Beyerdynamics. I have a lot of awkward piercings, stretched ears and a mohawk so I have trouble finding headphones that are comfortable, but these fit like a dream.
I'm still looking to hang onto the HD6XX but I think I want something to replace the "punchy" sound of the Custom One Pro, just with a little more detail, and for when I want something skull-rattling. I don't find the HD6XX to be satisfying in that area, as amazing as they sound everywhere else.
I was dead set on the Fostex TR-X00 Mahogany until seeing the release of the DT 177X.
I'm still a little swayed towards the TR-X00, especially with the current EU shipping drop.
Factoring in tax and shipping, both headphones come in at around roughly the same price, with the TR-X00 being around £35-40 more expensive.
Any chance of a little advice as to which way to go?
Thanks in advance!
ElectronicVices
2937
Mar 8, 2021
PapptonaThe 770, 880 and 990 are all essentially the same drivers with minor tweaks. If you don't mind the Beyer spike they can be quite enjoyable. I only have the DT990 around at current (T1 replaced the 880 and I never bought, but have used, the 770). I like the 990 for certain genres, particularly those with a lot of kick drum or bass lines. I can't say I would recommend it to anyone who either hasn't heard it first, or buys from somewhere with a solid return policy, it won't be everyone's "cup of tea".
JerryLeeds
17
Apr 28, 2019
Does anyone know where I can purchase a balanced 4 Pin XLR cable for this headphone ... To be used with a monoprice liquid platinum. Thanks
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JerryLeeds
17
Sep 29, 2019
I picked up my headphones yesterday and tried them with my special order periapt XLR balanced cable ... Left and right Chanel's are reversed ... You have been warned to make sure about wiring
jaydunndiddit
3262
Sep 29, 2019
JerryLeedsThey'll correct it for free. That happened to me too, actually. They sent me out a new one fast and when I got it, I sent the other cable back. I'd like to hope it's not the diagram as it's the exact one CeeTee provided prior.
Either way, just reach out to em and they'll straighten it out. Een using mine balanced since I got them without issue since then.
Johnny.Drama
63
Oct 4, 2019
At $450, skip these. Spend a wee bit more for the fostex x00 ebony. They sound better in all aspects and the build is better. Kinda regret buying the Beyer. They're not bad headphones bit they sound wooly and not crystal clear. Plus you don't get great sub bass even with a good seal. I will be keeping them as a $380 beater, ha.
jaydunndiddit
3262
Oct 20, 2019
Hey, sorry for the late reply. Personally, I say go with the 177X. Sonically, they have more in common with the 1770 but are a bit smoother and less edgy overall. They are also internally balanced already so you can get a balanced cable (I went with Periapt) later down the road if you so choose. The added sheepskin pads are also super swank and much preferred over the typical Beyer velours and leatherette IMO and help smooth things out even more so while giving your ears more room to breath. You lose the case and coiled cable but I don't find that to be a big deal. I picked up a Slappa case and it holds my cables and extra pads just fine and is small enough to fit in my work bag.
Also, with these they have a lower impedance, so they actually are good on the go and don't need a lot of juice to get close to their max potential. I use mine in the office and travel with them frequently and they do a damn fine job of not letting noise in or out with the sheepskin pads. The Beyer velours have always been leaky for me no matter what and even with my T1p's, I have flat sheepskin pads with them as well.
While many love to nitpick, these serve their purpose of being a good isolating, great sounding, portable closed back headphone as advertised. They're also built quite well so I don't know where the build quality complaints are coming from. They're literally built just like every other higher end Beyer and have less plastic pieces than even my more expensive T1p.
Personally, once you get a case for them and swap to the sheepskin pads, they've become my fave office pair next to my Elegia and Cascade's and sonically slot themselves somewhere between those two. Really just depends on the day and music choices of which I prefer. But, the fact they stay in constant rotation instead of sitting in a box in my closet says it all to me, really.
Even more so, they sound good powered from just my Pixel in a pinch, or via BT from my ES100 or xDSD, my O2+SDAC at work, and sound great balanced out of the THX789 and even more wonderful with tubes from the CTH or ZDT Jr. They're not amp picky at all and just sound good hooked into anything. Which, for a set of 32 ohm cans geared towards mobile use, says a lot considering Beyer snobs only think they NEED to utilize their high impedance driver versions is just nonsense. But knowing they can reach a bit further out of desktop units is just a cherry on top in the grand scheme of things.
Lotsa words, but hope that helps ya some.
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chintimin
22
Nov 23, 2019
seconded on the fostex hinges and the lack of sense that the DT177x are going to suddenly break themselves
chintimin
22
Sep 29, 2019
sooooo. these have basically no sub-bass compared to the TH-X00, and can't be EQ'd to fix this. It's just not there.
chintimin
22
Nov 12, 2019
The big problem I have with the AH-D2000/D5000/D7000/TH-600/TH-610/TH-X00/TR-X00/TH-900 is that they all have this TERRIBLE TERRIBLE TERRIBLE design in the hanger which is honestly rather fragile and breaks eventually under normal use.
Firevince
5
Aug 7, 2019
Hi all, it’s my first drop with (Mass)Drop and was wondering if they usually give feedback on the production of the products? Things like, are they still on schedule? If they do, do you expect any news soon? (I’m starting to be excited and hope they won’t be too late!)
Sonic989
12
Sep 13, 2019
Yes I received the email.
And I'm glad that it's going well with production and distribution.
Hopefully it arrives on the same day as my dt48 200 ohms.
shorkorde
132
Keyboard Club Member
Sep 13, 2019
I'll own up to being critical of drop delays without notice or clarification a time or two, but that shouldn't preclude a compliment when things are going well. Great to hear that things are on track and the update really is appreciated!
rawrus
74
Sep 1, 2019
Anyone got theirs yet?
Wanting to hear about how well they perform with the THX 789 or other amps.
I dropped *ba dum ts* out of this drop just before it ended...
I guess I'm waiting to see what the public opinion on this headphone is like.
I already knew it was similar to the 1770 Pro but... with the delay on balanced cables
and zeos chucking his pair in a yard sale... I believe these might not stick in the long run
Nofind
39
Apr 29, 2019
Will the initial orders keep the massdrop branding or will it get the weird new one?
T.Fernandez
801
Collabs
May 7, 2019
NofindThis product will carry the Massdrop Branding for the first production run.
Alfredo3001
81
May 7, 2019
T.FernandezMmm .... so pay 380$ for massdrop or wait and pay 450$ for DROP.
Decisions.....
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