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Beyerdynamic T1 2016 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£730Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Beyerdynamic T1 2016 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Beyerdynamic T1 2016
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 94% of models
Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

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User score

â–¼Worse than 94% of headphones
5.6

Value for money

Value for money
5.6/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

5.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 87%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £730
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Beyerdynamic T1 2016

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
Score components:

52%

6.0

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

5.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

3.8

Calls & Controls

5.2
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Beyerdynamic T1 2016 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
5.6/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 97% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

5.6
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
45 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 45 mm, larger driver size than 83.7% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
5 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Beyerdynamic
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
360 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 360 g, heavier than 92.2% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
Acoustic design
semi-open
Clamp force
4.4
Market range: <2.5 – >6.1
This pair of headphones has a clamp force of 4.4, higher clamp force than 50.9% of headphones and equal to 4.2% of headphones.
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Beyerdynamic T1 2016 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    45 mm vs 40 mm
  • 30,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 16 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (60 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    60 mm vs 44 mm
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • 16 mm more spacious earcup width
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (60 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    60 mm vs 44 mm
  • 1.8 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    3 m vs 1.2 m
  • Open-back design
    This pair of headphones uses an open-back design, while the average pair of headphones does not. 9.1% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 5 mm larger driver size
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (45 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    45 mm vs 40 mm
  • 30,000 Hz higher treble extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • 16 dB higher max SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher max SPL than the average pair of headphones (126 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    126 dB vs 110 dB
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 65.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (360 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    360 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 8.11x more expensive
    Beyerdynamic T1 2016 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£730 vs £90).
    £730 vs £90
  • 28.7% worse value for money
    Beyerdynamic T1 2016 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (5.65 vs 7.3).
    5.65 vs 7.27
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 8.11x more expensive
    Beyerdynamic T1 2016 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£730 vs £90).
    £730 vs £90
  • 28.7% worse value for money
    Beyerdynamic T1 2016 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (5.65 vs 7.3).
    5.65 vs 7.27
  • 5.87x less popular
    Beyerdynamic T1 2016 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • 65.1% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (360 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    360 g vs 218 g
  • 5 mm tighter earcup height
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (55 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    55 mm vs 60 mm
  • No passive noise reduction
    This pair of headphones does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average pair of headphones does. 82.6% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
MrAyrit
≈ estimated
06/01/2022
Hands-on review · amp pairing and listening impressions
Verdict
Beyerdynamic T 1 2nd Generation is a good all-rounder, not for everyone, but worth a look at its price.
9.5
THE HEADPHONE EXPERIENCE - William Murdock
≈ estimated
24/02/2020
Full review · tube amp pairing and comparison with another headphone
Verdict
Beyerdynamic T 1 2nd Generation has almost no weaknesses and is highly recommended, especially with a tube amp for a three-dimensional sound.
9.0
Army-Firedawg
≈ estimated
27/02/2018
Hands-on review · sound, comfort and build
Verdict
Beyerdynamic T 1 2nd Generation is neutral, accurate and comfortable, though pricier than it should be and less suited to heavy bass.
9.0
Booredatwork.com
≈ estimated
15/03/2016
Hands-on review · sound, comfort and build
Verdict
Beyerdynamic T 1 2nd Generation is highly recommended for anyone wanting a clear step up in sound.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Beyerdynamic T1 2016

  • Excellent build quality with premium materials and handcrafted German assembly
  • High level of comfort for long listening sessions due to soft velour ear pads and balanced weight distribution
  • Detailed and transparent sound signature with improved bass response over the first generation
  • Spacious and immersive three-dimensional soundstage thanks to angled Tesla drivers
  • Detachable, high-quality fabric-braided cable which was a highly requested upgrade
  • Surprisingly efficient for 600-ohm headphones, though they still scale significantly with a good amplifier

What customers don't like about Beyerdynamic T1 2016

  • Bright treble peak (around 8kHz) can be sibilant or fatiguing for treble-sensitive listeners
  • Recessed mid-range can make vocals feel a bit distant or less intimate
  • Semi-open design provides very poor noise isolation and significant sound leakage
  • High 600-ohm impedance requires a dedicated amplifier to reach its full potential
  • Bulky, non-folding design makes them poorly suited for commuting or travel
  • The transition from a real leather headband (Gen 1) to leatherette is seen by some as a downgrade in luxury

Verdict

The Beyerdynamic T1 (2nd Generation), released in 2016, is a premium semi-open audiophile headphone featuring highly efficient Tesla dynamic transducers with a high nominal impedance of 600 Ohms, a 102 dB sensitivity, and an expansive frequency response of 5 Hz to 50 kHz. Main characteristics include its handcrafted German construction with memory foam velour ear pads, a 3-meter detachable textile-braided OCC 7N copper cable, and a total weight of approximately 360g. Its primary pros are a refined, warm sound profile with articulate bass, exceptional imaging within a spacious soundstage, and top-tier long-session comfort; however, cons include a steep 600 Ohm requirement that demands a powerful dedicated amplifier for optimal performance, a bulky design that lacks portability, and significant sound leakage due to its semi-open architecture.

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