Is the Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro worth the upgrade from the HiFiMAN Edition Xv?
Verdict
Downgrade
The Beyerdynamic DT 270 Pro actually scores 16.1 points below the HiFiMAN Edition Xv, so on aggregate review consensus this is a step backwards. It loses ground on sound (8.6 to 7.8). On paper: weight 452 g to 194 g. Worth checking: driver size goes 80 mm to 42 mm. It is at least $145 cheaper, so the lower score comes with a saving. Only worth it if a specific feature above matters more to you than overall quality does.
What actually changes
Sub-scores both products have, on the same 0-10 scale. Bars extend right for a gain, left for a loss.
- Sound8.67.8
- Value9.29.0
Spec differences
Only where the two genuinely differ - everything they share is omitted.
| Spec | Edition Xv | DT 270 Pro | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 452 g | 194 g | |
| Driver size | 80 mm | 42 mm | |
| Driver | 80 mm planar magnetic | 42 mm dynamic | |
| Frequency response | 8 Hz - 50 kHz | 5 Hz - 24 kHz |
About this verdict
Direction matters here: this page answers "Edition Xv to DT 270 Pro". The other direction is a separate question with a different answer. Scores blend published review verdicts across over-ear and shift as new reviews land, so a marginal call today may not be one next quarter.