~ Brilliant Headphone with Brilliant Price ~

Philips Fidelio X2

The Philips Fidelio X2's are a superb pair of  headphones offering premium comfort and build quality with a sound that rivals even the most vaunted audiophile cans.

Specification

Acoustic design: Open

Weight: 0.85 pounds

Cable length: 9.8 feet

Frequency response: 5-40,000 Hz

Drivers: Two 1.9" speakers

Driver type: Dynamic

Sensitivity: 100 dB @ 1mW

Impedance: 30 Ohm

Battery Life: N/A

Wireless Range: N/A

NFC: N/A

Price: $319.999 (Amazon Store)

Features

Philips has decided against going back to the drawing board for the winning formula, instead opting to tweak its existing model.

The X2's have new drivers, which use the multi layered diaphragm technology introduced in the brand's S2 in-ears. This, it claims, gives more accurate bass response and a cleaner, more transparent treble.

The jack is now 3.5mm too, though a 6.3mm adapter is included.

Build

The X2's feature mesh open-back ear cups; memory foam, velour-covered ear pads to die for; and a detachable (3m) cable and clip.

The leather headband is as strong as ever and the familiar mesh band sits below for your comfort.

The X2's are a classy all black affair and in terms of build, comfort and looks. However, if you haven't already guessed, these are not the type of headphones to use on the go.

Sound

We are glad to hear the X1's spacious and smooth sound has been preserved in the X2's, especially when it's presented with extra dollops of detail, clarity & solidity.

There's good instrument separation and insight from top to bottom & their precise, organized manner isn't a trade off for punch.

They tackle the demanding rythmic pattern of Michael Jackson's "The Way You Make Me Feel" with ease.

Each note is punctual in the cohesive presentation and the drubbing bassline drives the track with aplomb. There's bite to the proceedings too and dynamics are rendered with confidence

And it is really a brilliant headphone with brilliant price.