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  • Avg. price: ~£350
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Beats By Dre Pro review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

7.3

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

7.3

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Very good
7.3

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

8.5

Sound

20.0%

5.3

Features

10.0%

5.5

Design

8.0%

5.7

Connectivity

6.0%

7.4

Battery

4.0%

8.9

Calls & Controls

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 6.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 4.4
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    8.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    1.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 6.8
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    8.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 4.7
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Beats Pro is a premium wired over-ear headphone designed for professional DJ and studio use, featuring a rugged steel and aluminium frame and a 400g build that ensures long-term durability. It is equipped with large proprietary drivers that deliver a 20Hz–20kHz frequency response, high sensitivity of 115dB/mW, and deep, punchy bass without the need for active noise cancellation or batteries. Key characteristics include unique flip-up earcups for single-ear monitoring, dual input/output ports for daisy-chaining audio, and washable plush leather cushions for improved hygiene. Main pros include its virtually indestructible construction, high-volume clarity, and superior passive acoustic isolation. However, some users report cons such as significant weight and a high clamping force that can become uncomfortable during extended listening sessions.

Technical Specifications of Beats By Dre Pro

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

7.3
Beats By Dre Pro has a technical score of 7.28 points, which is higher than that of 86.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Beats By Dre Pro has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.3

Overall score

40.0%

8.7

Price

7.7
Beats By Dre Pro has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is higher than 78.9% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Beats By Dre Pro supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

50 mm
Beats By Dre Pro uses a driver size of 50 mm, larger driver size than 86.1% of headphones and equal to 8.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Beats By Dre Pro uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Beats By Dre Pro reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats By Dre Pro supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats By Dre Pro is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

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Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Beats By Dre Pro does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Beats By Dre Pro supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Pro does not offer ambient sound mode. 76.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats By Dre Pro supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Pro does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Beats By Dre Pro supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats By Dre Pro supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Beats
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

400 g
Beats By Dre Pro weighs 400 g, heavier than 95.3% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Beats By Dre Pro vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Beats By Dre Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Beats By Dre Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • EQ customization
    Beats By Dre Pro supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Pro supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Beats By Dre Pro supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Pro supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Beats By Dre Pro uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Pro uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats By Dre Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Beats By Dre Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    Beats By Dre Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    Beats By Dre Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Beats By Dre Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 16 mm more spacious earcup width
    Beats By Dre Pro offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (59 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Foldable design
    Beats By Dre Pro has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    Beats By Dre Pro is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Beats By Dre Pro supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Spatial audio support
    Beats By Dre Pro supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Beats By Dre Pro uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Beats By Dre Pro has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • USB-C charging
    Beats By Dre Pro uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Beats By Dre Pro has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Beats By Dre Pro can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats By Dre Pro offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Beats By Dre Pro offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    Beats By Dre Pro includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Beats By Dre Pro reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • EQ customization
    Beats By Dre Pro supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.

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Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 83.5% higher weight
    Beats By Dre Pro is heavier than the average headphone (400 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats By Dre Pro uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Beats By Dre Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No battery indicator
    Beats By Dre Pro does not show battery level clearly, while the average headphone does. 98.6% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 7 years older release date
    Beats By Dre Pro was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
  • 83.5% higher weight
    Beats By Dre Pro is heavier than the average headphone (400 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Beats By Dre Pro is heavier than the average headphone (400 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.400 g vs 218 g
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Beats By Dre Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Beats By Dre Pro has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 3.89x more expensive
    Beats By Dre Pro is more expensive than the average headphone (£350 vs £90).
    Beats By Dre Pro is more expensive than the average headphone (£350 vs £90).£350 vs £90
  • 4.65x less popular
    Beats By Dre Pro is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    Beats By Dre Pro is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats By Dre Pro uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Pro uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No battery indicator
    Beats By Dre Pro does not show battery level clearly, while the average headphone does. 98.6% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
    What it is: Shows remaining battery charge visually or audibly
    When it matters: When you dislike unexpected shutdowns and want clearer warning before leaving home, boarding a flight, or joining a call.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Pro does not show battery level clearly, while the average headphone does. 98.6% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 7 years older release date
    Beats By Dre Pro was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Beats By Dre Pro was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2010 vs 2017
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Beats By Dre Pro?

  • Durable, rugged all-metal construction using steel and aluminium instead of plastic
  • Deep, powerful bass response designed for studio monitoring and DJ use
  • Dual input/output ports allowing for daisy-chaining multiple headphones
  • Excellent passive noise isolation due to heavily padded, over-stuffed leather ear cups
  • Unique flip-up ear cups that swivel for easy one-ear monitoring
  • Foldable design that becomes deceptively compact for travel and storage

What customers dislike about Beats By Dre Pro?

  • High retail price compared to competitors with similar technical specifications
  • Heavyweight design (approx. 1lb) that can cause neck strain or discomfort during long sessions
  • High clamping force on the head that may lead to pressure headaches after extended wear
  • Lack of active noise cancellation (ANC) and built-in amplification
  • Treble and mid-range can sometimes feel sculpted rather than perfectly neutral
  • Included headband padding is considered thin by some users given the total weight

Expert reviews

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djworx.com
25/04/2013
REVIEW: Beats By Dre Pro Headphones Would you like a similar list for the more recent Beats Studio Pro wireless model or another specific audio access...

The original wired Beats by Dre Pro are exceptionally robust, professional, DJ-focused, over-ear headphones constructed almost entirely out of heavy aluminum metal rather than the brand's traditionally criticized weak plastic. They deliver a very loud, full, and high-end sound profile with an emphasis on the midrange, providing excellent driver separation and outstanding passive...Read more

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stereophile.com
14/05/2011
Monster Beats by Dr. Dre ProGo to product viewer dialog for this item.

The Stereophile review of the Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Pro highlights a rugged, high-performance headphone aimed at DJs, featuring a robust, machined aluminum construction for immense durability. Key strengths include the ability to handle high volumes, efficient daisy-chaining capability via dual-input jacks, and convenient, swivel-ear cups for monitoring. However, the review cites...Read more

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head-fi.org
16/01/2011
Beats by dre Pro Indepth review

This Head-Fi review details that the Beats by Dre Pro headphones feature a durable, all-aluminum construction and a unique dual input/output chaining design. Unlike the preceding Studio model, this version eliminates active noise cancellation and the built-in Class D amplifier to prioritize structural integrity and direct sound, though daisy-chaining multiple pairs causes...Read more

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cnet.com
09/12/2010
Beats Pro High-Performance (White)Go to product viewer dialog for this item. review

The Beats Pro High-Performance headphones are designed for DJs and professional producers who value durability and a stylish aesthetic over purely clinical sound reproduction. Built with a rugged, brushed aluminum frame and plush, removable leather-like ear cushions, these headphones are highly durable but notably heavy, which may lead to discomfort during long listening sessions. A...Read more

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cnet.com
01/12/2010
The Beats Pro headphoneGo to product viewer dialog for this item., a better beat?

The Beats Pro ($450) is a premium, sealed headphone that offers significant upgrades in build quality and sound performance over the classic plastic Beats Studio ($350). Built with a solid metal headband and durable metal earcup holders, the headphone is engineered to withstand heavy punishment and last for years. On the performance front, it features an efficient design that plays...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
13/12/2010
Beats Pro by Dr. Dre from Monster - Review 2010

The Beats Pro by Dr. Dre from Monster is a premium pair of circumaural (over-ear) headphones explicitly targeted at modern DJs, carrying a high direct price tag of $449.95. Built heavily with brushed metal in black or white models, the headphones weigh nearly a pound (15.2 ounces) and feature specialized DJ-centric functions like flip-up ear cups for easy audio mixing. A key feature...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
16/12/2010
Beats Pro by Dr. Dre from Monster

The PCMag UK Beats Pro Review highlights these premium headphones as an excellent, top-notch choice specifically tailored for professional DJs. Sonically, the review praises the device's high-quality audio output, which delivers a highly pronounced and powerful bass response while maintaining accurate reproduction across high frequencies. Structurally, the premium brushed metal...Read more

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soundguys.com
02/05/2021
Beats ProGo to product viewer dialogue for this item. review: Discontinued DJ headphones

The SoundGuys review of the discontinued Beats Pro headphonesGo highlights a bass-first sound profile designed for DJs in loud environments, representing a key pro for live performers. However, this extreme emphasis on low-end frequencies acts as a significant con, masking mid-range tones and resulting in poor, inaccurate audio for detailed listening. SoundGuysWith a high price tag...Read more

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hifitest.de
20/06/2011
Monster Beats Pro review: High-Fidelity headphones rated very good

The Monster Beats Pro headphones are built for DJs and fans of heavy electronic music. The sound focus is heavily beat-oriented with strong, punchy bass that can handle high volume levels. This audio profile is thanks to tuning guidance from famous American rapper Dr. Dre. The review highlights excellent metal build quality and useful DJ features. These features include ear cups...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
06/09/2015
Beats by Dr. Dre Pro review on kopfhoerer.de

The Beats by Dr. Dre Pro headphones deliver a heavily bass-centric sound profile that is highly optimized for genres like pop, rap, and R'n'B, though they struggle significantly with rock and metal due to a booming bass response and muddy sub-bass decay. The audio features a soft high-frequency character that misses sharp transients, paired with a distinct mid-range boost that...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
13/12/2012
Beats Pro: Best Price - Les Numériques

The Beats Pro receives a mediocre 3 out of 5 rating from Les Numériques, balancing a robust premium build against disappointing audio performance and poor overall comfort. Structurally, the headphones feature a durable design and a non-detachable 1.8-metre cable, operating as a closed, circum-aural (over-ear) system weighing a heavy 402 grams. The editorial review highlights that...Read more

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clubic.com
08/11/2011
A sound tank

The Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Pro is a heavily built, premium headphone constructed from aluminum and faux leather, earning it the nickname "sonic tank". Weighing 402 grams, it features a highly durable design with earcups that rotate 180 degrees into a padded headband for compact storage. Key ergonomic highlights include high-quality Monster cabling, a detachable 1.8-meter coiled...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
13/12/2012
Beats ProGo review: "Professional", really?

The Beats Pro headphones receive a mixed 3 out of 5 rating from Les Numériques, positioning them as an improvement over previous models but still flawed for a "professional" product. On the positive side, the headphones feature robust, well-adjusted aluminum construction and a more sober, versatile look. Acoustically, they offer a noticeably less imbalanced V-shaped sound profile...Read more

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