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. Philips Fidelio X2 headphones, reviewed in this article, appeared on the market relatively recently. They are positioned by the manufacturer as a premium model for amateur use.
Fortunate shape provides excellent sound isolation 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 model of open type, made of high quality materials. The main structure of the headphones is made of metal. Many users report that the Philips Fidelio X2's large headband is very soft. It is impossible not to pay attention to the large cups covered with pleasant to the touch velor. External parts are made of soft plastic. They lookvery solid, but here in some places the joints are visible, which creates a certain discomfort from an aesthetic point of view. The standard package of the device includes a detachable cable 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 high-quality materials provides the device with a very solid appearance. There are no special claims to the assembly. Despite the large size, the headphones are quite light.
An air hammock is attached under the headband for a comfortable fit. Moreover, the device is practically not felt on the head and quickly adapts to its shape. The ears do not become numb even after prolonged use of the novelty, which makes it very convenient for watching movies.
Key Features
Headphones are a wired modification, and therefore it makes no sense to talk about control. Equipping with Layered Motion Control drivers can be called the main highlight in the technical equipment of Philips Fidelio X2. Feedback from many users indicates that thanks to this, while listening to music, mid and high frequencies are reproduced as clearly as possible. The developers used a composite diaphragm in the model, the size of which is 50 millimeters. It consists of several layers of polymer, between which there is a gel layer. To successfully suppress reflectionsinner ear, the ear cups are at an angle of 15 degrees to the ear canal. According to representatives of the manufacturing company, 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 to fully feel the entire musical scale of the reproduced melody. Feedback from the owners of the device indicates that when listening to songs, there is a feeling of complete immersion, regardless of what style of music this or that track belongs to.
Thanks to the use of an open acoustic design, there is no pressure behind the sound emitter, and the diaphragm moves freely. This is the key to transparent and clear sound. Low impedance cable along with double cups reduces interference. The headphones sound very loud, and therefore the device can even be used as a kind of speakers. It should be noted that each speaker is rigorously tested and tuned during production, then matched to ensure a detailed, natural sound.
Flaws
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 people around you will also hear the music. In this case, even a low volume will not save. In this regard, it is not necessary to talk about evening solitude while watching some kind of film. Yetone drawback is that it requires the use of special equipment, such as an amplifier and Hi-Fi equipment, to fully develop the potential of the device.
Conclusions
Summing up, one cannot fail to mention the cost of 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 of 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 disadvantage and scares away many buyers. This is not surprising, because if a person wants to listen to his favorite music, he should have enough good headphones for this. Be that as it may, even without improvements, the model provides high sound quality, which, combined with an attractive design and comfortable construction, cannot leave any music lover indifferent. All this makes the headphones very popular in our country.
