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Apple AirPods Max 2 vs Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

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Apple AirPods Max 2

Midnight

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Exact model & source notes

AirPods Max 2 in Midnight (UK part MHWK4ZM/A, US part MHWK4AM/A) are Apple's over-ear noise-cancelling headphones, with an H2 chip in each ear cup and nine microphones. Apple lists Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking and Adaptive EQ among their audio features. They connect over Bluetooth 5.3, and a wired USB-C connection adds Lossless and ultra-low-latency audio. Apple rates them at up to 20 hours with noise cancellation on.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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Manufacturer specifications

WHAT DIFFERS

Active noise cancellationYesNo

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THE CONTENDER

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

1000310 · 30 ohm · black

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Exact model & source notes

The DT 1770 PRO MKII (article 1000310, black) is beyerdynamic's closed-back, around-ear studio headphone in its second generation, using 45 mm TESLA.45 dynamic drivers at 30 ohms and a detachable, lockable mini-XLR cable. A spring-steel headband carries a headband pad with a fontanelle recess for pressure relief. It comes with velour and leatherette ear-pad sets, two cables and a hard case, and works with beyerdynamic's free HEADPHONE LAB plug-in, which offers individual factory calibration for this model.

Specifications checked 26 Sept 2026.

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THE DIFFERENCES, MADE VISIBLE

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Missing or conflicting evidence is marked and never counts as a difference. Source chips hold each fact’s sources and conditions.

FEATURES SIDE BY SIDE6 topics

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SELECTED TOPIC

01 / 06

Microphone

A built-in microphone matters for calls and voice chat. An audio-only headphone connection does not supply a microphone channel.

Apple AirPods Max 2Yes

Manufacturer specification · Nine microphones in total; three pick up voice, two of which are shared with noise cancellation.

Source 1

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINo

Manufacturer specification · Stereo headphone plug; no microphone is listed.

Source 1 Source 2

Choose your must-haves

Start with your listening environment. Open and closed earcups suit different surroundings. A closed back is not the same as active noise cancellation. Check the exact cable and headphone output. We do not turn impedance, driver size or unpaired lab results into a sound-quality score.

WHAT CHANGES BETWEEN THEM?

Key differences

Full specifications ↓

7 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 1 is also drawn in Visual facts above. Missing information stays separate.

Wired / wireless connections

Apple AirPods Max 2Bluetooth 5.3; USB-C for charging and wired Lossless / ultra-low-latency audio

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIWired; detachable, lockable single-sided cable with 3-pin mini-XLR at the headphone and 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · No analogue input is listed on the specifications page; only the USB-C charge cable is in the box.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · The product page's technical table words the plug as '3-pin XLR plug, 6.35 mm (1/4") stereo jack plug'; the spec sheet specifies a 3-pin mini-XLR cable connector at the headphone and a 3.5 mm jack with 6.35 mm adapter.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Active noise cancellation

Apple AirPods Max 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINo

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Also offers Adaptive Audio and Transparency mode.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Passive closed-back isolation (rated ambient noise attenuation 25 dBA); no active noise cancellation.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Microphone

In Visual facts

Apple AirPods Max 2Yes

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINo

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Nine microphones in total; three pick up voice, two of which are shared with noise cancellation.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Stereo headphone plug; no microphone is listed.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Battery life

Apple AirPods Max 2Up to 20 hours of listening on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation on; 5 minutes of charging gives around 1.5 hours

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot required: passive wired headphones powered by the audio source

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Each figure has its own Apple test: the 20-hour figure is from testing in January and February 2026 with pre-production AirPods Max 2 paired with production iPhone 17 Pro Max units; the 5-minute charge figure is from testing in March 2026 with pre-production AirPods Max 2 paired with production iPhone 15 Pro Max units. Both used pre-release software, volume at 50%, Active Noise Cancellation enabled and Spatial Audio set to fixed. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage and many other factors.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Passive headphones with no battery or charging.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Manufacturer claims for the stated mode and equipment. Read each test condition; this is not measured everyday battery life.

Driver construction

Apple AirPods Max 2Apple-designed dynamic driver with custom high-dynamic-range amplifier

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIDynamic TESLA.45 drivers, 45 mm diameter, PEEK polymer diaphragm

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Apple does not publish the driver diameter on the specifications page.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic states the headphones are equipped with two TESLA.45 drivers, each measuring 45 mm in diameter, and that the diaphragm is made of PEEK polymer (product page FAQ). The spec sheet gives the transducer type as dynamic.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check whether the diameter describes the complete transducer or only its diaphragm. Different labels and driver sizes do not establish better sound.

Wearing style

Apple AirPods Max 2Over-ear wireless headphones

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIOver-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired studio headphones

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Apple does not describe the ear cups as open or closed-back on the pages read.

Apple Store UK — Buy AirPods Max 2 (colour part numbers)

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

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In the box

Apple AirPods Max 2AirPods Max 2, Smart Case, USB-C charge cable, documentation

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIHeadphones, velour ear pad set (slight bass boost), leatherette ear pad set (linear), 3 m straight cable, 5 m coiled cable, hard case

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Check the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.

Small physical differences (1)

Weight

Apple AirPods Max 2386.2 g

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII377 g

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Headphones including cushions; the Smart Case adds 134.5 g. Apple notes that weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official North America store page and technical data beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

A size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.

Missing or non-comparable evidence (20)

Acoustic design

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIClosed-back

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Nominal impedance

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII30 ohm

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Listed audio technology

Apple AirPods Max 2Apple-designed dynamic driver; custom high dynamic range amplifier; Active Noise Cancellation; Adaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Personalised Volume; Loud Sound Reduction; Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking; Adaptive EQ; studio-quality audio recording; Lossless Audio and ultra-low latency audio via USB-C; Live Translation

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Apple's footnotes tie several of these features to compatible Apple devices running the latest software; Lossless and ultra-low latency audio need a wired USB-C connection and compatible content.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Cable length

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII5 m

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Longest supplied cable: 5 m coiled (stretched). A 3 m straight cable is also included.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Charging

Apple AirPods Max 2USB-C

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Chip

Apple AirPods Max 2Apple H2 headphone chip in each ear cup

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Supplied plug and adapter

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII3-pin mini-XLR (headphone end); gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated total harmonic distortion

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII0.20% at 100 Hz, 0.04% at 500 Hz, 0.1% at 1 kHz (at 1 mW)

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Driver diameter

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII45 mm

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Diameter of each TESLA.45 driver as stated on the product page.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated frequency range

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII5–40,000 Hz

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Nominal headband pressure

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII6 ±0.5 N

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

HEADPHONE LAB software

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIISupported through a separate DAW plug-in, with individual factory calibration

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Free plug-in for DAW software (VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS) with crossfeed and optional room simulation; there is no standalone version. beyerdynamic lists the DT 1770 PRO MKII among the models offered FACTORY CALIBRATION, based on the production measurement data of the individual unit.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic HEADPHONE LAB — plug-in features, formats and FACTORY CALIBRATION model list

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Construction

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIRugged spring-steel headband; soft memory-foam headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Spec sheet features: 'Rugged spring steel headband construction' and 'Headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief'. The product page highlights 'High wearing comfort thanks to fontanelle recess' and states that the fontanelle recess avoids pain-sensitive areas on the head.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Ambient noise attenuation

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII25 dBA

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Passive attenuation rated by beyerdynamic.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Platform compatibility

Apple AirPods Max 2Full feature set with current Apple devices; works as Bluetooth headphones with non-Apple devices with possibly limited functionality

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Maximum input power

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII100 mW short-term; 30 mW continuous

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Rated sensitivity

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII95 dB SPL at 1 mW / 500 Hz; 110 dB SPL at 1 V / 500 Hz

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · Two references are given: per 1 mW and per 1 V, both at 500 Hz.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Serviceability

Apple AirPods Max 2Not verified

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIIAlmost every part replaceable, including the headband and ear pads

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

No source recorded for this side.

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic's product page states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced and that the headband and ear pads can be replaced if necessary; the spec sheet words it more broadly: 'All components can be replaced'.

beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Spatial audio

Apple AirPods Max 2Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification · Apple: compatible hardware and software required; works with compatible content in supported apps; not all content is available in Dolby Atmos.

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

Dimensions

Apple AirPods Max 2168.6 × 83.4 × 187.3 mm including cushions

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKIINot verified

Sources

Apple AirPods Max 2

Manufacturer specification

Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

No source recorded for this side.

Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.

0 shared fields have the same recorded value.

YOUR HEADPHONES. YOUR RULES.

Check against your must-haves

Feature matching for the features you select. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Start with your listening setup.

Choose a starting point, then fine-tune your must-haves.

FINE-TUNE THE DETAILS

Your essentials.

These shortcuts select the features shown above. Check the fit against your own equipment and listening space.

A feature match describes the selected requirements. It doesn’t rate sound or comfort.

Open-back designFor a quiet listening spaceClosed-back designAn enclosed outer earcupDetachable cableUnplug the cable at the headphonesBuilt-in microphoneFor calls and voice chatActive noise cancellationNot the same as a closed back

YOUR CHOICE

Apple AirPods Max 2

Select a feature to check your fit.

YOUR CHOICE

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Select a feature to check your fit.

Feature matching, not a sound-quality score. The specification table links to the evidence for each feature.

WHAT EACH CHOICE ASKS OF YOU

What it brings and what to check

Apple AirPods Max 2

What it brings

USB-C does more than charge: Apple lists wired Lossless and ultra-low-latency audio over it, with compatible content from supported apps and services.
Manufacturer source
Apple lists nine microphones in total, eight for noise cancellation and three for voice pickup, two of them shared. There is an Apple H2 chip in each ear cup.
Manufacturer source

What to check

Apple states 386.2 g including cushions, a figure worth weighing up for long listening sessions, and the Smart Case adds another 134.5 g when carried.
Manufacturer source
Many features rely on Apple devices with current software. Apple notes that functionality may be limited on non-Apple devices, and no analogue input or cable is listed in the box.
Manufacturer source

Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

What it brings

The closed design has a rated ambient noise attenuation of 25 dBA, and beyerdynamic describes the headphones as ideal for professional studio and monitoring applications.
Manufacturer source
Two ear-pad sets change the tuning: velour with a slight bass boost, or leatherette for a linear response; beyerdynamic states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

What to check

beyerdynamic rates it at 377 g without cable and a nominal headband pressure of 6 ±0.5 N; anyone sensitive to weight or clamping force over long sessions should weigh these figures.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source
Isolation is passive only and there is no microphone, so it is not a substitute for active noise-cancelling travel headphones or a headset for calls.
Manufacturer source Manufacturer source

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Source-backed specifications for Apple AirPods Max 2 and Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII
Specification	Apple AirPods Max 2	Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII

Wearing styleDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Apple does not describe the ear cups as open or closed-back on the pages read. Apple Store UK — Buy AirPods Max 2 (colour part numbers) Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Over-ear wireless headphones	Over-ear (circumaural), closed-back wired studio headphones
WeightDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Headphones including cushions; the Smart Case adds 134.5 g. Apple notes that weight varies by configuration and manufacturing process. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Headphones without cable. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official North America store page and technical data beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	386.2 g	377 g
Dimensions Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	168.6 × 83.4 × 187.3 mm including cushions	Not provided
Acoustic design Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Closed-back
Nominal headband pressure Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	6 ±0.5 N
Serviceability Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic's product page states that almost every part of the headphones can be replaced and that the headband and ear pads can be replaced if necessary; the spec sheet words it more broadly: 'All components can be replaced'. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Almost every part replaceable, including the headband and ear pads
Construction Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Spec sheet features: 'Rugged spring steel headband construction' and 'Headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief'. The product page highlights 'High wearing comfort thanks to fontanelle recess' and states that the fontanelle recess avoids pain-sensitive areas on the head. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	Rugged spring-steel headband; soft memory-foam headband pad with fontanelle recess for pressure relief

Wired / wireless connectionsDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · No analogue input is listed on the specifications page; only the USB-C charge cable is in the box. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · The product page's technical table words the plug as '3-pin XLR plug, 6.35 mm (1/4") stereo jack plug'; the spec sheet specifies a 3-pin mini-XLR cable connector at the headphone and a 3.5 mm jack with 6.35 mm adapter. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Bluetooth 5.3; USB-C for charging and wired Lossless / ultra-low-latency audio	Wired; detachable, lockable single-sided cable with 3-pin mini-XLR at the headphone and 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter
Battery lifeDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Each figure has its own Apple test: the 20-hour figure is from testing in January and February 2026 with pre-production AirPods Max 2 paired with production iPhone 17 Pro Max units; the 5-minute charge figure is from testing in March 2026 with pre-production AirPods Max 2 paired with production iPhone 15 Pro Max units. Both used pre-release software, volume at 50%, Active Noise Cancellation enabled and Spatial Audio set to fixed. Battery life depends on device settings, environment, usage and many other factors. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Passive headphones with no battery or charging. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Up to 20 hours of listening on a single charge with Active Noise Cancellation on; 5 minutes of charging gives around 1.5 hours	Not required: passive wired headphones powered by the audio source
Charging Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	USB-C	Not provided
Platform compatibility Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Full feature set with current Apple devices; works as Bluetooth headphones with non-Apple devices with possibly limited functionality	Not provided
Cable length Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Longest supplied cable: 5 m coiled (stretched). A 3 m straight cable is also included. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	5 m
Supplied plug and adapter Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	3-pin mini-XLR (headphone end); gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo jack with 6.35 mm (1/4-inch) adapter

Spatial audio Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Apple: compatible hardware and software required; works with compatible content in supported apps; not all content is available in Dolby Atmos. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking	Not provided
Listed audio technology Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Apple's footnotes tie several of these features to compatible Apple devices running the latest software; Lossless and ultra-low latency audio need a wired USB-C connection and compatible content. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Apple-designed dynamic driver; custom high dynamic range amplifier; Active Noise Cancellation; Adaptive Audio; Transparency mode; Conversation Awareness; Voice Isolation; Personalised Volume; Loud Sound Reduction; Personalised Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking; Adaptive EQ; studio-quality audio recording; Lossless Audio and ultra-low latency audio via USB-C; Live Translation	Not provided
Driver constructionDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Apple does not publish the driver diameter on the specifications page. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · beyerdynamic states the headphones are equipped with two TESLA.45 drivers, each measuring 45 mm in diameter, and that the diaphragm is made of PEEK polymer (product page FAQ). The spec sheet gives the transducer type as dynamic. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Apple-designed dynamic driver with custom high-dynamic-range amplifier	Dynamic TESLA.45 drivers, 45 mm diameter, PEEK polymer diaphragm
Chip Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII No source recorded.	Apple H2 headphone chip in each ear cup	Not provided
Driver diameter Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Diameter of each TESLA.45 driver as stated on the product page. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)	Not provided	45 mm
Nominal impedance Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	30 ohm
Rated frequency range Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	5–40,000 Hz
Rated sensitivity Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Two references are given: per 1 mW and per 1 V, both at 500 Hz. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	95 dB SPL at 1 mW / 500 Hz; 110 dB SPL at 1 V / 500 Hz
Rated total harmonic distortion Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	0.20% at 100 Hz, 0.04% at 500 Hz, 0.1% at 1 kHz (at 1 mW)
Maximum input power Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	100 mW short-term; 30 mW continuous

MicrophoneDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Nine microphones in total; three pick up voice, two of which are shared with noise cancellation. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Stereo headphone plug; no microphone is listed. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Yes	No
Active noise cancellationDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification · Also offers Adaptive Audio and Transparency mode. Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Passive closed-back isolation (rated ambient noise attenuation 25 dBA); no active noise cancellation. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Yes	No
Ambient noise attenuation Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Passive attenuation rated by beyerdynamic. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	Not provided	25 dBA

HEADPHONE LAB software Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 No source recorded. Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification · Free plug-in for DAW software (VST3, AU and AAX for Windows and macOS) with crossfeed and optional room simulation; there is no standalone version. beyerdynamic lists the DT 1770 PRO MKII among the models offered FACTORY CALIBRATION, based on the production measurement data of the individual unit. beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — official product page and technical data (global store)beyerdynamic HEADPHONE LAB — plug-in features, formats and FACTORY CALIBRATION model list	Not provided	Supported through a separate DAW plug-in, with individual factory calibration

In the boxDifferent Sources Apple AirPods Max 2 Manufacturer specification Apple AirPods Max 2 — official UK technical specifications Beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII Manufacturer specification beyerdynamic DT 1770 PRO MKII — spec sheet E1/DT 1770 PRO MKII (10.24)	AirPods Max 2, Smart Case, USB-C charge cable, documentation	Headphones, velour ear pad set (slight bass boost), leatherette ear pad set (linear), 3 m straight cable, 5 m coiled cable, hard case

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