Is the Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro worth the upgrade from the Verum 2?
Verdict
Downgrade
The Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro actually scores 21.6 points below the Verum 2, so on aggregate review consensus this is a step backwards. It loses ground on sound (8.9 to 7.5) and value (9.0 to 8.0). On paper: weight 450 g to 250 g. Worth checking: driver size goes 105 mm to 45 mm and detachable cable goes Yes to No. It is at least $299 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.
- Sound8.97.5
- Value9.08.0
Spec differences
Only where the two genuinely differ - everything they share is omitted.
| Spec | 2 | DT 990 Pro | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 450 g | 250 g | |
| Driver size | 105 mm | 45 mm | |
| Detachable cable | Yes | No | |
| Driver | 105 mm planar magnetic | 45 mm dynamic |
About this verdict
Direction matters here: this page answers "2 to DT 990 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.