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Philips Fidelio X2HR Premium Hi-Res Over-Ear Headphones $206.70 + Delivery [$0 with Prime] @ Amazon US via AU

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Hi

I've been watching these great cans for a while and finally pulled the trigger.

Philips Fidelio X2HR Premium Hi-Res Headphones $206.70 + Delivery [$0 with Prime] @ Amazon US via AU

$197.40 delivered after cashback from Shopback.[Lowest price ever on Ozbargain]

$376.23 delivered at Newegg at time of posting.

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Acoustic open-back architecture

Engineered double layered ear-shells with pre-tilted speaker plates

50 mm high definition neodymium drivers with LMC diaphragm

Hi-Res Audio certified with extended response frequencies

Replaceable deluxe memory foam ear-pads with breathable velour finishing

Lightweight self-adjustable hammock with 3D Mesh and genuine leather outer headband

3.5mm detachable oxygen-free cable (3m), 3. 5 mm to 6. 3 mm adapter and cable management clip included

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  • reactor-au on 06/09/2019 - 05:08
    +1

    Love my pair, very fun wired cans.

  • monchee on 06/09/2019 - 07:17

    People keep talking about its weight, is it really heavy?

    • stinkychicken on 06/09/2019 - 07:36
      +4

      They feel super light to me and ultra comfy. Worth pairing with something like this for computer use - https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-BoomPro-Microphone-Gaming-Comm…

      • kunfushun on 06/09/2019 - 18:21

        Is Amazon the cheapest place to get these v-moda boompro mics?

        • stinkychicken on 06/09/2019 - 19:11

          When I got mine Amazon US still shipped here, cost $35 back in 2017.

    • bogak on 06/09/2019 - 08:49

      they are heavy for me vs my other cans.

    • dukeGR4 on 06/09/2019 - 12:20

      rocking the mark 1 (which i reckon they are fairly similar), probably not, at least it doesnt feel like it.

      The padding is too (profanity) thick

  • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 07:42
    +5

    Great price! Manufacturer has changed yet again though after Gibson filed bankruptcy. These are now manufactured by MMD HK Holdings, and there’s still not a lot of feedback on any (if any) changes. I mean there shouldn’t be, but there were issues when Gibson took over manufacturing.

    • lostn on 06/09/2019 - 07:48
      +1

      Are these pads a dust magnet?

      • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 07:58
        +1

        Oh yeah, very much so.

        • lostn on 06/09/2019 - 08:07

          I've been tempted to get one of these for a while now to see what the fuss is all about. But my Beyer DT990s cost less than this. So were the Senn HD598SRs. Not sure if this is a real upgrade.

          And I have other cans too.

          How do you clean off the dust?

          These look better.

          • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 08:22
            +1

            @lostn: I sold mine a while ago (too many headphones), but I used a lint roller and sticky tape where the roller couldn’t reach. They sound very different from the DT990’s and to a lesser extent the HD598’s (have owned both). I wouldn’t call these an upgrade to either of those, but different enough that someone could absolutely love these over either of those and visa versa.

            • lostn on 06/09/2019 - 08:26
              +1

              @aja12: If I'm to get a Philips I might pay $50 extra for the L2 or wait for a sale. It doesn't have the dust magnet pads and it can fold up. Comes with a case also. Shorter cable also.

              But its driver is 10mm smaller.

      • dukeGR4 on 06/09/2019 - 12:21

        not a problem, just drag your fingers across it and they should come off very very easily. Oddly satisfying too

    • reactor-au on 06/09/2019 - 18:52

      Oh dear hopefully they have good QC because it really was lottery when Gibson took over

    • thebadmachine on 06/09/2019 - 19:11

      Yes I also read about Gibson taking over manufacturing and I think it is important.
      Some of the issues seem to be: Left / Right sound imbalance (either overall volume or in certain frequencies) and built quality also affected.

      To anyone who experiences sound / frequency imbalance, I suggest leaving them playing 70-80% volume music for 15-30 mins to see if it fixes things before giving up & sending them back.

  • lostn on 06/09/2019 - 07:47

    Does it come with a second, shorter cable?

    Hmm. Last night there was 10% cashback with CR.

    • patrioticpickle on 06/09/2019 - 11:51

      No it doesn't. Unlike most open back though, it just uses a standard 3.5mm jack cable. Easy to swap out

  • bxpressiv on 06/09/2019 - 08:12
    +1

    My PC couldn't drive these loud enough, so I finally bought a pre-amp which I am awaiting delivery for. My mobo I believe has good enough audio and some boost modes for higher impedence headphones, but that didn't seem to do the trick. Obviously YMMV.

    • lostn on 06/09/2019 - 08:19
      +4

      That's strange, because these are not meant to be difficult to drive. They're definitely not high impedance.

      • bxpressiv on 06/09/2019 - 08:32

        Yeah, I don't know what the go is. I didn't expect it either and I tried running it through my DAC (Komplete Audio 6) and straight off my mobo. Had it sitting at 100% volume and in some games it still wasn't enough. I've been meaning to get a JDS Atom anyway because of all the hype.

        They were plenty loud on my edrums though…I'll test on a phone tonight.

        • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 08:43
          +1

          I had the same experience with the X2's. Based on the ohm and sensitivity specs, they should be super easy to drive. I thought I could use them for gaming, straight from my DualShock 4 controller without the need to run a 3.5mm from the controller to my amp. Just in terms of volume, the X2's were about on par with my 300ohm HD6xx, and my 150ohm HD58x got more volume than the X2's.

          I've got the Atom, you'll love it :)

          • bxpressiv on 06/09/2019 - 08:54

            @aja12: Sweet, thanks for your insight. I don't even know how long I've had my X2 but I never bothered to resolve the issue and just bought a wireless gaming headset. I finally decided to get a proper mic and get the pre-amp, looking forward to it.

            https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDJ5Hljz2e8

          • ChurchMouth on 06/09/2019 - 09:38

            @aja12: My x2 were very easy to drive with mobo and phone capable of hurting my ears. Just upgraded to d10 dac and atom amp as my mobo audio was pretty trash.

          • d3ft on 06/09/2019 - 09:39

            @aja12: I have the non-HR X2 as well as the HD6XX and the Philips are miles louder from the same source at the same volume. They are deafening at full volume out of a DS4. Maybe some difference between manufacturing runs?

            • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 09:44

              @d3ft: Are your X2's Philips or Gibson made?

              • d3ft on 06/09/2019 - 11:39

                @aja12: No idea, how do I check?

  • patrioticpickle on 06/09/2019 - 08:21

    Thanks OP! Finally a deal on open backs with a normal detachable cable!

  • SuperGeek on 06/09/2019 - 08:45

    Are these on ear? They appear to look like it.

    • bxpressiv on 06/09/2019 - 09:08

      Over, they're pretty big.

  • Black Hole on 06/09/2019 - 08:58
    +1

    I love move paired with a good sound card. I used this the most in winter as it is an ear warmer. Its sound stage is almost as wide was my hd800. I bought an extra one today. Possible gift or backup as the price is so low. It's a no brainer for anyone who does not own one.

  • congo on 06/09/2019 - 08:59

    How much is ShopBack cashback? 12%?

    • BennyHe2018 on 06/09/2019 - 09:37

      4.5% for electronics:(

      • congo on 06/09/2019 - 10:02

        If only the deal was available last night during the CashReward 10%

  • tezzla on 06/09/2019 - 09:46

    I like mine and for $200 I'd grab em in a heartbeat. I paid $296 for mine (3 years ago)
    - haven't had a problem driving them from my pc originally but now they are driven thru a separate dac and amp
    - they are dust magnets as people have mentioned. Heh it's a losing battle I've given up
    - they are weight heavy, but for me I assume due to the design I don't feel any discomfort or issue even after hours and hours and hours of continuous use
    - the cord is long but better that then short. I don't mind it
    - no other issues
    - Can be used for gaming as the soundstage is good

  • 2842 on 06/09/2019 - 09:59
    +2

    damn is it expired?

  • poppingtags on 06/09/2019 - 10:01
    +1

    I'd also recommend considering the Sennheiser Jubilee 58x from Drop.com, you can get US$10 off from a referral code, which brings it to a comparable price.

    https://drop.com/buy/massdrop-x-sennheiser-hd-58x-jubilee-he…

    • [Deactivated] on 06/09/2019 - 10:09

      How much is shipping?

  • shiznit on 06/09/2019 - 10:02
    -4

    Are these just standard HD? I need 4K UHD.

  • parallelparadox on 06/09/2019 - 10:03
    +2

    Price is showing as $285. Did it go back up?

    • craving on 06/09/2019 - 10:10
      +3

      Yeah I thought the price will hold until later tonight. Oh well, wasn't meant to be. Back to the Sony MDR1A again.

  • Typical16-bitEnjoyer on 06/09/2019 - 10:41

    I have the previous version X2 (near identical) and they are without a doubt my favourite set of headphones in my collection.

    Very, very easy to run off your PC or phone but I highly recommend getting a cheap quality DAC like the FiiO E10K USB DAC.

  • Jasonissm on 06/09/2019 - 11:01

    Anyone have recommendations on cans around the $300-400 range, I have a pair of these X2s looking to get an upgrade. I was thinking of HE-4XX or the HD-6XX.

    • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 11:18
      +3

      Can’t wrong with the HD58x for about $256 delivered (I own or have owned Sennheiser HD600, HD660, HD6xx, HD58x, HD598, HD569, Beyerdynamic DT770, DT990, Philips Fidelio X2, AKG Q701, AT M50X, M50XBT, M40X).

      • MisterTee on 06/09/2019 - 11:25

        I hear the HD58Xs are much easier to drive without an amp than the 6XXs, so that may also be a big plus for you.

        edit - at 150 ohms they aren't exactly easy…

        • aja12 on 06/09/2019 - 11:42
          +1

          Sensitivity is a bigger determining factor than impedance when it comes to how hard a headphone is to drive. The AKG Q701 I have is rated at 62ohm, but it's an absolute bitch to drive, way more so than the HD58x.

          • [Deactivated] on 06/09/2019 - 12:40

            @aja12: Spot on. The greater the sensitivity or SPL the louder the speakers or headphones sound.

          • MisterTee on 06/09/2019 - 15:17

            @aja12: Fair point

    • MisterTee on 06/09/2019 - 11:21

      My 2c: I have both the Senni 6XX and AKG 7XX. I like the 7XX better - I find the sound warmer and more fun and better separation, plus I find them more comfortable. Having said that, if you already have the X2s, the 6XXs are probably more different, as they are quite analytical (still slightly on the warm side, but not by much). No experience with HE-4XX.

      • Jasonissm on 06/09/2019 - 12:01

        I think I'll probably lean maybe bit more to the 6XX, I prefer more neutral with clarity being my most important point.

  • Hirokuro on 06/09/2019 - 13:05

    Anyone have both this and the HD25ii and can do a sound comparison.

    • Black Hole on 06/09/2019 - 13:56

      This one is better in many ways:
      Better bass representation.
      Better high
      Much better sound stage.
      Very good mid-tone.

      I felt the Sennheiser sound signature felt too full, enclosing, and fatiguing.

  • abuch47 on 06/09/2019 - 18:11

    better cans than this that offer the one side interchangable cable?

  • kunfushun on 06/09/2019 - 18:13

    Any recommended cases for these?

  • SickDmith on 06/09/2019 - 18:15

    Damn, that was a good price.

  • thebadmachine on 18/09/2019 - 12:09

    To those who bought the Fidelio X2HR.
    Here is a review I came across so you can appreciate it that much more.

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