Beyerdynamic DT 280 MK II Studio Headphones

Beyerdynamic DT 280 MK II — Professional Single-Ear Broadcast Headset

Beyerdynamic DT 280 MK II is a closed-back single-ear headset built for radio and TV broadcast, intercom and talkback applications. Made in Heilbronn, Germany, it combines a circumaural earcup with a dynamic hypercardioid microphone on a flexible gooseneck, so the operator hears program audio in one ear while staying aware of the room with the other. This model is the right choice for broadcasters and production crew who need one-sided monitoring with a broadcast-grade microphone in the same headset.

What Sets the DT 280 MK II Apart

Unlike conventional stereo studio headphones, this instrument is purpose-built for live broadcast: the gooseneck microphone can be placed on either side of the head and parked out of the way when not in use. An elastic suspension around the capsule suppresses handling rumble, while a high-performance neodymium magnet system drives the headphone driver for clean monitoring. Every part is replaceable, extending the working life of the headset far beyond typical consumer gear.

Technical Specifications — Headphone and Microphone Performance

This version of the headset combines an 80 ohm headphone driver with a 200 ohm dynamic microphone, matching standard broadcast console and intercom matrix inputs. The closed-back circumaural earcup blocks ambient room noise, while the wide frequency response covers full-range monitoring from sub-bass to high-frequency detail.

• 80 ohms of headphone impedance pairs cleanly with broadcast consoles and headphone amps at this tier.
• Microphone Impedance: 200 ohms for balanced signal transfer into standard broadcast mic inputs
• Headphone Frequency Response: 10 - 30,000 Hz covers everything from sub-bass to high-frequency air
• Microphone Frequency Response: 40 - 12,000 Hz, tuned for intelligible speech rather than full-range music
• Nominal SPL: 100 dB SPL with a 100 mW max input power rating
• Weight: 170 g keeps the headset comfortable through long shifts

Who Should Choose the DT 280 MK II

It is aimed at radio and TV broadcasters, sportscasters and intercom operators who need program audio in one ear while staying connected to the room with the other. Such users also include podcasters and live-event producers who want a serviceable broadcast headset rather than a consumer gaming unit. The detachable cable is sold separately with XLR or 6.35 mm terminations, so the same headset can be redeployed across different setups without rewiring the studio.

Beyerdynamic — Made in Germany

The company has manufactured headphones and microphones in Heilbronn, Germany, and this unit continues that tradition of broadcast-grade serviceability with a fully replaceable parts ecosystem.