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Black over-ear open-back headphones with padded headband and breathable ear cushions, detachable cable visible

Philips

Philips SHP9600 Over-Ear Open-Back Headphones Black

SKU CH-36X4-7W4GC

Open-back over-ear headphones with 50 mm neodymium drivers, 12–35,000 Hz response, 32 Ohm impedance, detachable 3 m cable and 3.5 mm gold-plated jack plus 6.3 mm adapter

  • Driver size50MM
  • Frequency range12–35,000 Hz
  • Headphone style<0.1% THD
  • Impedance32 Ohm
  • Power supply200 mW maximum
  • Audio sensitivity200 mW maximum
  • Open-back design creates spacious soundstage for immersive home listening
  • 50 mm neodymium drivers deliver crisp bass, balanced midrange, pristine highs
  • Double-layered headband cushion with breathable ear cups ensures long-session comfort
  • 3 m detachable cable with gold-plated 3.5 mm jack and 6.3 mm adapter
  • 32 Ohm impedance and 101 dB sensitivity suit portable devices and headphone amps

Open-back headphones for home listening

The Philips SHP9600 are wired over-ear headphones with an open acoustic system. They use 50 mm neodymium drivers tuned for a frequency response of 12 to 35,000 Hz. The design targets listeners who want spacious sound at home rather than portable isolation.

Passive cooling and low power needs

With no active electronics the headphones produce no fan noise and draw only the signal power from the source. Maximum power handling is 200 mW at 32 Ohm impedance and 101 dB sensitivity. The lightweight 1.50 kg build and breathable ear-cup cushions keep heat buildup minimal during long sessions.

32 Ohm impedance suits most sources

The 32 Ohm load works directly with phones, laptops and dedicated headphone amplifiers alike. A 3 metre detachable cable with gold-plated 3.5 mm plugs is included, plus a 6.3 mm adapter for studio gear. Buyers needing wireless convenience or closed-back isolation should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $87.99
Pricier than about 83% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePHILIPS
Model nameSHP960
Product typeOver Ear Headphones
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Driver size50MM
Frequency range12–35,000 Hz
Headphone style<0.1% THD
Impedance32 Ohm
Audio sensitivity200 mW maximum
Wearing styleBinaural
Connectivity
Wireless technologyWired
Ports & slots
Connection3.5 mm gold-plated jacks on the 3 m long detachable cable. (1/4 in to 3.5 mm adapter included)
Power
Power supply200 mW maximum
Size & build
Cord length3 m Long
Compatibility
Compatible withUniversal

Questions about this item

How do I install the 3 m detachable cable and avoid the loose-fit mistake?

Plug the 3.5 mm gold-plated jack firmly into the left ear-cup until it clicks, then connect the other end to your source; the step people miss is not pushing the connector in far enough to latch.

Which parts of the SHP9600 will need replacement after long-term use?

The breathable ear-cup cushions and double-layered headband cushion are the wear items; the steel-reinforced headband and detachable cable are built to last.

At what volume level does the 32 Ω, 101 dB sensitivity design hit its 200 mW power limit first?

Sustained peaks above roughly 200 mW into the 32 Ω load will trigger the thermal limit, so very loud passages on a powerful amp reach that ceiling before distortion becomes audible.

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