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Modified Beyerdynamic DT770 headphones Balanced
£252.00
In stock
Description
Modified Beyerdynamic DT770 headphones
The modifications to the drivers and ear cups provide extended detail and control in the bass. This is to match the already crisp mids and highs. The addition the 4-pin socket allows the cable to be detached, so the headphones are easier to use on a range of sources. Whilst making them more portable and easy to store. We have also changed the wire around the headband, that takes the signal to the right ear cup. Replacing it with paracord-covered litz wire, which matches our custom cables. This also provides a lower capacitance for better timing and sound.
This pair comes with one of our audiophile-grade, ultra-low capacitance cables with a mini-XLR at one end. At the other end a balanced connection of your choice, such as the PonoPlayer or balanced XLR amps. This audiophile cable is made of four wire cores individually wrapped in paracord. Each core consists of 84 strands of individually insulated copper wire. This gives a lower resistance than most OFC cables (less insertion loss). The resistance for this cable varies depending on the length and connector type. It is typically 7.5-40pF up to lengths of 2m. The cable can be made in either one or two paracord colours, for either a solid colour or stripe/two-tone look.
In addition to the balanced litz wire cable, we modify the stock cable with a 4-pin XLR. So the headphones can still be used out of the box on traditional 3.5mm or 6.35mm stereo equipment. This is cable is only included in the balanced version.
Please note that this listing only includes balanced connectors. If you need single ended connectors, then please take a look at our unbalanced listing: Link
If you are unsure as to what a balanced connection is then please refer to this guide.
All of our modified headphones are made to order. They will take between 2 and 4 weeks to make, then you will receive an email once they have been dispatched.
Customer service and warranty
We know that you are paying a premium for our headphones. Which is why we make our headphones durable and reliable. But in the unlikely event that you do have an issue with them, please get in contact with us. We are happy to help you. We offer a full 2 year ‘return to base’ warranty, and we keep all spare parts in stock, so that we can also send replacement parts if necessary. Outside of the warranty period we still offer repairs on all our products for a fair price.
International orders
Close to 70% of our customers are outside of the UK, so we have a lot of experience with international orders and worldwide shipping. All packages over £50 have a form of international tracking.
– European packages normally take 4-6 days.
– US, AUS and Canada packages normally take 7-10 Days.
– Packages sent to the rest of the world can vary depending on local postal services.
– Packages shipping outside of the EU may be delayed in customs, but the tracking system should keep you updated of its progress.
(For customers outside of the UK only) Unfortunately, customs duties and fees may be charged when ordering from outside of the UK. This is outside of our control. we are NOT responsible for import duties. We will NOT write false information on a customs document in order to lower fees. All items have the UK tax removed and this will need to be paid by yourself when your item arrives at your local customs office. For a smoother process, please buy from our eBay store where VAT is paid at the same time: https://www.ebay.co.uk/str/customcans
henkjan raaijen (verified owner) –
These are the 250 ohm version.
I’ve had these cans for a few days now, never having heard the stock dt770’s, but I am impressed. The bass is enough for me (a basshead). Still it’s not boomy, providing i turn off my iFi bass boost. Midrange is pronounced, i’d even go so far it matches the HGD58x which is open back. Depending on your amp, if there is an option to increase soundstage, just leave it, it makes these cans sound cheap and airy.
High end, now this is where it gets difficult, I have hearing damage and especially high notes hurt me. So I tend to favor the lower frequencies. That being said, these modified DT770’s don’t hurt me often, which is high praise.
Over the closed cans i currently own, the Sony MDR-1AM2(with custom pads) and the Sivga-021, i choose these in terms of comfort. In terms of bass, I am still undermined between modded MDR-1AM2 and these.
Comparison equipment:
Amp/dacs:
*Audio-GD – NFB 28.38 (make these cans way more analytical yet more soundstage, still a good amount of fun)
*Dethonray Honey H1 (my main portable solution, it softens most of the high-end that hurts my ears, amazing pairing)
*iFi Audio ZEN CAN Signature 6XX (My main desktop solution, a good mix between the huge desktop amp and portable dac/amp. Sounds great on these cans, but turn the bass and 6xx boost off.)
*Qudelix 5K (only left channel works, probably due to a lack of power)
In conlusion: If you want a solid set of closed-back cans, for not toooo much money, I highly advise you get these. The increased cost over the other cans i’ve mentioned is worth it in my amateur opinion.