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Black open-back over-ear headphones with self-adjusting hammock headband

Philips

Philips Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone 50mm Black

SKU CH-7NF8-34WSA

Open-back over-ear headphones with 50mm neodymium drivers for wide, precise sound and a self-adjusting hammock headband

  • Product colorBlack
  • 50 mm neodymium drivers deliver wide, precise frequency range
  • Open-back architecture removes pressure build-up for pristine audio fidelity
  • Layered motion-control diaphragm ensures accurate sound reproduction
  • Pre-tilted drivers align with ears to minimise sound reflection
  • Self-adjusting hammock with 3D mesh provides a comfortable, custom fit

Authentic Listening Experience

The Philips Fidelio X2HR is an over-ear open-air headphone built for home listening. It uses 50mm neodymium drivers that are hand-picked, tuned and paired for natural sound. The open-back architecture removes air pressure behind the driver to enhance fidelity. A self-adjusting hammock with 3D mesh provides a comfortable fit for long sessions.

Sustained Listening Behaviour

The layered motion control diaphragm maintains precise control during extended playback. Pre-tilted drivers stay aligned with the ears to minimise sound reflection over time. Open-back design prevents pressure build-up that can colour the sound during long use. Drivers remain matched so balance does not shift as the headphones warm up.

Thermals Noise And Power

Open-back construction allows air to flow freely around the drivers, keeping them cool during use. No active electronics means there is no self-generated heat or electrical noise. The headphones draw power only from the connected source device. Breathable 3D mesh on the hammock reduces heat against the head.

How it compares

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Price $141.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

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Product colorBlack

Questions about this item

How much heat do the 50 mm neodymium drivers generate during all-day listening?

Open-back architecture lets air move freely around the drivers, so they stay cool even after hours of continuous use.

What source device must I already own to drive the Fidelio X2HR?

Any device with a standard headphone output — phone, laptop, desktop or dedicated amplifier — will power the 50 mm drivers directly.

Will the open-back design work alongside my older closed-back headphones without sound leakage issues?

The open-back cups leak sound outward, so they are best used in a private room; closed-back models you keep can still serve for portable or shared spaces.

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