SR990

Closed-Back Studio Reference Headphones

The SR990 Closed Studio Reference Headphones are meticulously engineered to deliver an accurate and balanced stereo image for music enthusiasts and audio professionals alike. Ideal for mixing, critical listening and music playback, the SR990s offer an extended frequency response with detailed bass and ultra-clear highs.

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Highlights

  • Studio Sound

    Equipped with 50mm high-sensitivity neodymium drivers, the SR990s deliver exceptional sound quality and clarity so you can mix with confidence. A wide 20Hz-20KHz frequency response allows listeners to hear audio the way it was meant to be heard, with a clear commitment to audio accuracy and maintaining a true and natural sound.

    Recording Setup with Q9x HighRise SR990 MediaOne
  • Vocalist Madame Mayhem using Q9X mic and SR990 headphones

    Premium Comfort

    Listen in comfort on the go or in the studio with a closed-back design that provides ample sound isolation with minimal bleed. The SR990s feature a durable and ergonomic design with a wide, self-adjusting headband and velour ear pads for a secure fit and extra-comfortable marathon listening sessions. The SR990s include a 1/8"-1/4" gold-plated adapter and a set of velour and high-protein ear cushions.

SR990 Exploded View

Features / Specs

Features

  • Type: Over-ear, closed back
  • Driver: Dynamic
  • Driver Unit: 50mm with Neodymium magnet
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
  • Impedance: 32Ω
  • Sensitivity: 95dB @ 1kHz/1mW
  • Cable: 8.25' (2.5m)
  • Connector: Gold-plated 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini connector with gold-plated 1/8” (3.5 mm) to 1/4” (6.3 mm) adapter
  • Earpads: Velour and Protein-leather
  • Clamping Force: 5N (1.12 lb)
  • Weight: 9.52oz (270 g)

Specifications

Driver typeDynamic
TypeClosed-Back
Driver Unit50 mm, Neodymium magnet
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32Ω
Sensitivity95dB @ 1kHz/1mW
ConnectorGold-plated 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini connector with gold-plated 1/8” (3.5 mm) to 1/4” (6.3 mm) adapter
Cable8.25’ / 2.5m long
Weight9.52oz / 270g

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TypeCircumaural, Closed-BackSupra-aural, Closed-BackCircumaural, Closed-BackCircumaural, Semi-OpenCircumaural, Closed-BackCircumaural, Closed-Back
Driver Size40mm40mm40mm50mm50mm50mm
Frequency Response20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz10Hz–30kHz20Hz–20kHz20Hz–20kHz
Impedance32Ω32Ω32Ω 32Ω32Ω32Ω
Sensitivity110dB110dB110dB98dB97dB95dB
Connector1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapterGold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapterGold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapterGold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapterGold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapterGold-plated 1/8" (3.5mm) with 1/4" (6.3mm) adapter
Cable Length8.25’ / 2.5m 8.25’ / 2.5m 8.25’ / 2.5m 8.25’ / 2.5m 8.25’ / 2.5m 8.25’ / 2.5m 
Weight5.6oz / 158g 5.64oz / 160g6.52oz / 185g9.5oz / 276g8.64oz / 245g9.52oz / 270g
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