Big headphones have many advantages. The main among them is that the user has the opportunity, without disturbing anyone, to calmly watch a movie or just listen to music. Headphones Philips Fidelio X2 , a review of which is presented in this article, appeared on the market relatively recently. The manufacturer, they are positioned as a premium model for amateur use.
Successful shape provides excellent sound insulation and excellent sound quality. In this regard, the user can completely immerse himself in the music world, forgetting about the headphones on his head.
general description
The device is a classic full-size open-type model made of materials of a fairly high quality. The main design of the headphones is made of metal. Many users note that the large headband of the Philips Fidelio X2 is very soft. One cannot but pay attention to large cups covered with a pleasant to the touch velor. External parts are made of soft plastic. They look very solid, but here in some places the joints are visible, which creates a certain discomfort from an aesthetic point of view. The standard equipment includes a removable wire in a fabric braid, the length of which is three meters, as well as an adapter for 6.3 millimeters.
Design and ergonomics
Speaking about the design of the Philips Fidelio X2 headphones, it is necessary to emphasize the fact that the use of quality materials provides the device with a very solid appearance. There are no special complaints about the assembly. Despite the large size, the headphones are quite lightweight.
An air hammock is attached under the headband, which ensures a comfortable fit. Moreover, the device is practically not felt on the head and quickly adapts to its shape. Ears do not flow even with prolonged use of the novelty, which makes it very convenient for watching movies.
Main characteristics
Headphones are a wired modification, so there’s no point in talking about control. Equipment drivers Layered Motion Control can be called the main highlight in the technical equipment Philips Fidelio X2 . The reviews of many users indicate that due to this, while listening to music, mid and high frequencies are reproduced as clearly as possible. The developers used a composite aperture in the model, the size of which is 50 millimeters. It consists of several layers of polymer, between which is a gel layer. To successfully suppress reflections of the inner ear, the ear cups are positioned at an angle of 15 degrees to the ear canal. According to representatives of the manufacturer, the frequency range of the device is in the range from 5 to 40 kHz.
Sound and acoustics
The Philips Fidelio X2 is considered a semi-studio type headphone. Their use helps the owner fully feel the whole musical gamut of the reproduced melody. The reviews of the owners of the device indicate that when listening to songs there is a feeling of complete immersion, regardless of what style of music this or that track belongs to.
Due to the use of an open acoustic structure, no pressure arises behind the sound emitter, and the diaphragm moves freely. This is the key to a transparent and clear sound. Low resistance cable with dual cups reduces interference. Headphones sound very loud, and therefore the device can even be used as original speakers. It should be noted that during production, each speaker is carefully tested and tuned, after which pairs are selected, which also provides detailed, natural sound.
disadvantages
As in other models from this manufacturer, the so-called leakage of Philips Fidelio X2 headphones is more than 50 percent. In other words, the surrounding people will hear the music. In this case, even low volume will not save. In this regard, talking about evening solitude watching any film is not necessary. Another drawback is that for the full development of the device’s potential requires the use of special equipment, in particular an amplifier and Hi-Fi equipment.
findings
To summarize, one cannot fail to mention the cost of the Philips Fidelio X2 . The price of headphones in domestic stores starts at 12 thousand rubles. In general, the model can be called very successful and high-quality, because a lot of effort was spent on its creation.
The need to additionally purchase auxiliary equipment, as recommended by the manufacturer, is undoubtedly a big minus and discourages many buyers. This is not surprising, because if a person wants to listen to his favorite music, he should have good headphones for this. Anyway, even without improvements, the model provides high sound quality, which, combined with an attractive design and convenient design, can not leave indifferent any music lover. All this makes the headphones very popular in our country.