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Compatibility guide

beyerdynamic replacement and upgrade cables

Replacement and upgrade cables for beyerdynamic headphones, handmade to order in Singapore from USD 89 and shipped worldwide with FedEx (free from USD 250).

beyerdynamic uses two detachable connectors. The DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO and DT 700/900 PRO X take a single 3-pin mini XLR: choose Mini XLR 3PIN. The T1 and T5 (2nd and 3rd generation) take a locking 3.5 mm plug on each cup: choose Beyer T1/T5P. Every cable is handmade to order in Singapore and ships worldwide with FedEx.

Cables

Cables you can order with this connector

Every cable below offers Mini XLR 3PIN under Headphone connection. Every cable is handmade to order in Singapore and ships worldwide with FedEx.

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO X Cable (3-Pin Mini XLR) · Lune MKIX Silver-Copper

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥1,627.00 Tiburon MKV UP-OCC Cryo Copper Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥1,355.00 Arete Series MKVI Premium Upgrade Cable for Headphone | IEM

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥742.00 Thera MKV UP-OCC Cryo Silver Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥2,716.00 Ethos Ultra Coaxial Upgrade Cable for IEM | Headphone

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥606.00 Hakone MKV UP-OCC Cryo Silver/Copper Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥2,035.00 Aoraki MKIV Gold Silver Tri-Hybrid Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥4,757.00 Epsilon 5 Pro 6N UP-OCC Copper Headphone & IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥878.00 Istana MKII Graphene Coated Copper Hybrid Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥7,479.00 Vanda 7N UP-OCC Cryo Copper Headphone/IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥1,695.00 Ethos MKVII Silver-Plated Copper IEM Cable

Headphone connection: Mini XLR 3PIN

 From ¥606.00

Quick facts

Connection

DT 1990 PRO MKII, DT 1770 PRO MKII

3-pin mini XLR

Manufacturersupport.beyerdynamic.com: beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII
T1, T5 (3rd generation)

Locking 3.5 mm on each cup, same cable as the 2nd generation

Retailer listingmarkertek.com: beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation)
DT 770 PRO

Fixed cable

Retailer listingthomannmusic.com: beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO

beyerdynamic models

Which option for each model

Choose is the option to pick under Headphone connection. The recommended cable follows the headphones’ price; any cable that offers the option will fit.

beyerdynamic

ModelConnectorChooseRecommended cable
DT 1770 PRO MKII 20243-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: support.beyerdynamic.comMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Lune · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 239 · plug fittedNylith · Vanda
DT 1990 PRO MKII 20243-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: support.beyerdynamic.comMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Vanda · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO & DT 1770 PROUSD 359 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
DT 700 PRO X 20213-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: thomann.aeMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Nylith · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 59 · plug fittedLune
DT 900 PRO X 20213-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: thomann.aeMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Nylith · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 59 · plug fittedLune
T1 (3rd generation) 20203.5 mm, both cupsSource: markertek.comBeyer T1/T5P
Null Audio configurator		Vanda · Beyerdynamic T1 & T5USD 335 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
T5 (3rd generation) 20203.5 mm, both cupsSource: markertek.comBeyer T1/T5P
Null Audio configurator		Vanda · Beyerdynamic T1 & T5USD 335 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
T5p (2nd generation) 20173.5 mm, both cupsSource: markertek.comBeyer T1/T5P
Null Audio configurator		Vanda · Beyerdynamic T1 & T5USD 335 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
DT 1770 PRO 20163-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: thomann.aeMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Lune · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 239 · plug fittedNylith · Vanda
DT 1990 PRO 20163-pin mini XLR, one cupSource: thomann.aeMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Lune · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 239 · plug fittedNylith · Vanda
T1 (2nd generation) 20163.5 mm, both cupsSource: markertek.comBeyer T1/T5P
Null Audio configurator		Vanda · Beyerdynamic T1 & T5USD 335 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
Amiron Home3.5 mm, both cupsConfirmed by Null AudioDual 3.5 mm
Null Audio		Lune · Beyerdynamic Amiron Home & Aventho WiredUSD 203 · plug fittedNylith
Amiron Wireless3.5 mm, one cupConfirmed by Null AudioSingle 3.5 mmSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm). For wired listening.
Null Audio		Vanda · Beyerdynamic Amiron WirelessUSD 323 · plug fittedNylith · Lune
Aventho Wired3.5 mm, both cupsConfirmed by Null AudioDual 3.5 mm
Null Audio		Nylith · Beyerdynamic Amiron Home & Aventho WiredUSD 59 · plug fittedLune
DT 177X Go4-pin mini XLR, one cupConfirmed by Null AudioSingle 4-pin mini XLR
Null Audio		Lune · Beyerdynamic DT 177X GoUSD 203 · plug fittedNylith
DT 770 PROFixed cableSource: thomannmusic.comCable is not detachable
Retailer listing		—
DT 770 Pro X Limited3-pin mini XLR, one cupConfirmed by Null AudioMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Nylith · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 59 · plug fittedLune
DT 880 PROFixed cableSource: thomannmusic.comCable is not detachable
Retailer listing		—
DT 990 PROFixed cableSource: thomannmusic.comCable is not detachable
Retailer listing		—
DT 990 Pro X3-pin mini XLR, one cupConfirmed by Null AudioMini XLR 3PINSingle-ended player plugs only (3.5 / 6.35 mm).
Null Audio configurator		Nylith · Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO, DT 1770 PRO & DT 900 PRO XUSD 59 · plug fittedLune

Ordering

How to order

  1. Pick a cable from the list below.
  2. Under Headphone connection, choose Mini XLR 3PIN (DT PRO) or Beyer T1/T5P (T1, T5).
  3. Choose the player plug: 4.4 mm or 4-pin XLR for a balanced amp, 3.5 mm or 6.35 mm for a standard one; see choosing the player plug.
  4. Not sure which connector your headphones have? Send us the model and a photo of the socket before you order.

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 HIFIMAN Sundara

Choose Dual 3.5 mm.

 Focal Clear, Clear MG

Choose Dual 3.5 mm.

 Sony headphones

Z1R, Z7: Dual 3.5 mm. 1A, M1ST, MV1, M1: Single 3.5 mm.

 Moondrop Chu 2

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Shure SE215

Choose MMCX.

 Truthear Hexa

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 KZ ZS10 Pro, ZSN Pro X, EDX Pro, Castor

Choose KZ C-pin 0.75 2PIN, or the flat plug for flat sockets.

 Sennheiser HD 600 / HD 650

Choose Sennheiser HD600/650.

 Sennheiser HD 560S / HD 5x9

Choose Sennheiser HD 5x9.

 Sennheiser HD 800 / HD 800 S

Choose Sennheiser HD800.

 LETSHUOER S12, Ember, Astralis

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 7Hz Salnotes Zero, Zero:2

Choose Standard 2-pin.

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Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Moondrop Starfield, Starfield II

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Sennheiser IE 200 / IE 300 / IE 600 / IE 900

Choose IE300/600/900. Recessed MMCX socket.

 Sennheiser IE 40 PRO / IE 400 PRO / IE 500 PRO / IE 80

Each has its own option, not standard MMCX.

 Sony IER-Z1R / IER-M9 / IER-M7 / XBA

IER-Z1R: choose Sony IER-Z1R. IER-M7: MMCX.

 Etymotic ER4SR / ER4XR / ER4P / ER2

ER4SR/XR: keyed MMCX. Older ER4P/B/S: own option.

 Shure SE846 / SE535 / SE215 / AONIC

Standard MMCX.

 64 Audio

Universals: Flat 2-pin. Aspire: IPX. Customs: IPX or Flat 2-pin, matching your socket.

 JH Audio

4-pin: JH w Bass Control. 7-pin: JH 7-pin.

 Westone MACH / Pro X

T2 socket: choose IPX. Older W and UM Pro: MMCX.

 Ultimate Ears (UE)

Current customs and UE 150–350: IPX. Older 2-pin and SL: UE/UM/QDC 2PIN Legacy.

 Campfire Audio

Most models: MMCX. Andromeda 10, Chimera: 2-pin.

 Audio-Technica

Choose A2DC. IM series: plug on request.

 AAW (Advanced AcousticWerkes)

Choose Standard 2-pin. Nebula One: fixed cable.

 Moondrop

Choose Standard 2-pin. Original CHU: fixed cable.

 qdc and CCA

KZ, CCA: KZ C-pin 0.75 2PIN or KZ / 64 Audio 0.75 Flat 2PIN. qdc: UE/UM/QDC 2PIN Legacy.

 Truthear, Kiwi Ears, Simgot and more

Most: Standard 2-pin. Some: MMCX.

 Empire Ears

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Vision Ears

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Noble, UM, FiR, Softears, Symphonium, Elysian

Most: Standard 2-pin. Elysian: FlexiPlug.

 JOMO Audio

Choose Standard 2-pin.

 Dunu

Most: MMCX. Some: 2-pin.

 FiiO

Choose MMCX.

 final

Choose MMCX.

 HIFIMAN

Most: Dual 3.5 mm. HE1000, early HE400i: Dual 2.5 mm.

 Audeze

Choose Mini XLR 4PIN.

 Focal

Most: Dual 3.5 mm. Utopia: Focal Utopia.

 4.4 mm balanced cables

Every cable with a 4.4 mm plug, and which FiiO players take one.

 2-pin IEM cables

0.78 mm, recessed or flat: Standard 2-pin.

 MMCX IEM cables

Shure, Campfire, FiiO, final, Dunu: MMCX.

 IPX IEM cables

64 Audio Aspire, UE customs, Westone T2: IPX.

 KZ

Raised socket: KZ C-pin 0.75 2PIN. Flat: KZ / 64 Audio 0.75 Flat 2PIN.

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WM1, ZX, DMP-Z1: 4.4 mm. A series: 3.5 mm.

 AKG N40 / N5005 / K712

N40, N5005: IE300/600/900. K712, K702, K371: Mini XLR 3PIN.

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Sources

Sources

  1. support.beyerdynamic.com: beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII 3-pin mini XLR.
  2. markertek.com: beyerdynamic T1 (3rd generation) Locking 3.5 mm, both cups.
  3. thomannmusic.com: beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO Fixed cable.
  4. Null Audio configurator, Headphone connection Options offered on each cable. Snapshot 16 Oct 2026.

Prepared 17 Oct 2026. Not yet reviewed by Null Audio.