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product_id: 48229963
title: "Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear High Resolution Wired Headphones | Open-Back Design | Double-Layered Ear Shells | 50 mm Neodymium Drivers | Deluxe Memory Foam Earpads"
brand: "philips"
price: "€ 326.75"
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Philips"
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# 50mm Neodymium Drivers Detachable Tangle-Free Cable Deluxe Memory Foam Earpads Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear High Resolution Wired Headphones | Open-Back Design | Double-Layered Ear Shells | 50 mm Neodymium Drivers | Deluxe Memory Foam Earpads

**Brand:** philips
**Price:** € 326.75
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game—hear every detail, feel every beat.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear High Resolution Wired Headphones | Open-Back Design | Double-Layered Ear Shells | 50 mm Neodymium Drivers | Deluxe Memory Foam Earpads by philips
- **How much does it cost?** € 326.75 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- philips enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted philips brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Comfort Fit:** Deluxe memory foam earpads and adjustable headband ensure fatigue-free listening—even with glasses or long sessions.
- • **Built to Last & Replaceable:** Robust metal-infused design with a durable braided cable that’s detachable for easy replacement and tangle-free convenience.
- • **Versatile Wired Connectivity:** Seamlessly compatible with laptops, gaming consoles, smartphones, and professional studio gear via a 3.5mm jack.
- • **Immersive Open-Back Soundstage:** Experience rich, room-like audio with precise directional clarity that puts you in the center of your music or game.
- • **Exclusive High-Resolution Audio:** Certified high-res sound reproduction delivers crystal-clear highs, balanced mids, and defined bass for audiophile-grade listening.

## Overview

The Philips Fidelio X2HR are premium over-ear wired headphones featuring 50mm neodymium dynamic drivers and an open-back design for expansive, high-resolution sound. Crafted with deluxe memory foam earpads and a durable, detachable tangle-free cable, they offer exceptional comfort and longevity. Ideal for home listening, gaming, and professional use, these headphones deliver immersive, precise audio with a breathable design that keeps you connected to your surroundings.

## Description

From the manufacturer

Review: Simply brilliant! - Simply put, the best headphones I've ever owned and well worth the 110 I paid, thanks desertcart! These are what I would call 'fun' in their response. You can get "truer" units with a flatter response curve, but these give rich plentiful sound that is more akin to being in a room with a decent speaker setup, than wearing headphones. Bass is well defined, and not overwhelming. Kids are clear and rich. Treble, which I am sensitive to, is not too much and if not absolutely Cristal (if I am being super critical), is bang on to my taste without having to play with the EQ. The clarity is simply incredible, even using my phone (but note the 3m cable is not ideal for this use case). Build quality is spot on, even the cable is great. They are heavy in the hand but very light on your head and very soft around your ears. As a glasses wearer, and having a larger head, I find it hard to find comfort in a pair of headphones, but again, these are the most comfortable units I've ever encountered!!! Being open can design, some sound is leaked, so public use, i.e. train, you want something else... However for home use you would be hard pressed to get better for the money, I would suggest these are worth 150 of anyone's money easy, even if the RRP is a bit of a stretch. The open can design however, means I can listen to whatever I want and still hear others, the OH and the kids etc, without needing to remove them, which can be useful. The 'stage' of these is again, simply incredible... Wearing these you can get a real sense of direction of sounds and find yourself fully immersed. Whether you're listening to say, the Doors and listening to Jim Morrison's whisper track, clear as day during riders on the storm, or using them for gaming, if the sound profile suits you I am sure you will be blown away, at least I was. If you are looking for a gaming headset, or do VR and want immersive sound, look no further. Forget all these poor quality gaming headset s and myths over 5.1 and 7.1 headphone units, this will have better quality and all you need is a Vmoda mic or modmic to make it into a super-decent gaming headset. Personally I can't see the point in multiple driver headphone units because you only have two microphones in your head (your ears). What gives sound 'direction' is actually how the sound waves are manipulated by the direction and your ear itself (hence why our ears are not just flat dishes, evolution of ear shape was not simply accidental, lol). I have worn a number of headphones that are more expensive even, yet have not performed like this. Now they seem to have fixed initial quality issues from a couple of years back these are simply great, highly recommended!!!
Review: Awesome - I love these headphones. First, they are true over-ear headphones. Listening music on these feels more like private speakers than headphones, which is very pleasant. My ears are fully covered, but also completely free, and I've had zero problems with the glasses that I wear, which would hurt if I had the outer parts of my ears pressed to my head for a long time. Second, these feel quite robust. I'm unsure if the parts that you'd expect to break are metal or they just feel that way, but I'll be surprised if they break any time soon. A bit on the heavy side too, but the hammock works great, keeping them where I want them, with very little pressure. I usually get headaches from even small amounts of pressure on my head (for example, a headband that's too tight), and these gave me none. Third, the sound. Not the deepest bass ever, but I am very happy with what my music sounds like (various types of metal). The sound is clear, even, not breaking at all. I don't use them for gaming, so I cannot comment on that. Fourth, the cable is 3m long, braided, and feels like it should last for a long time. Since it plugs in, i.e., it is not built in, you can also replace it, should you require a shorter one or it somehow manages to get damaged. Lastly, I want to say what these are not. They do not cancel noise, they don't even keep the sound perfectly in, i.e., they "leak". But their description doesn't say they don't "leak". It actually boasts "breathable velour cushions". On the other hand, when I turn the music off I can talk to people as if these weren't on my head, which has its advantages. So, if someone near you would mind the "leak", these might not be good for you and you should likely look for nosie cancellation ones, but this is the only scenario in which I wouldn't recommend them. Otherwise, a great find and a valuable purchase. Edit: I have just bought my third one. Don't jump to conclusions: they are not at all shabby; quite the opposite. Over a year ago, I dropped the first ones on hard floor and one of the two bits holding the left headphone broke away, so it remained held by its thin cable and the second bit. Looked flimsy, so I quickly ordered a replacement. More then a year later, these headphones are perfectly ok, but my partner's other brand headphones broke down, so I gave her my spear ones. She is as happy with these as I am, and I quickly grabbed a third pair, so I'd have a spear one for when the first ones finally die... IF they die. For home use, they are really perfect. The first pair (the one I damaged, but it still works perfectly well) is almost 6 years old now. As you can imagine, over the time I ran my chair over the cable and tugged it many times. Not the slightest sign of tear and wear. Earpads are also in great shape. Obviously not new, but not at all scuffed or damaged. Overall, they look like they still have a long life ahead of them, but even if they die tomorrow, I definitely got my money's worth.

## Features

- The Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 is an desertcart Exclusive in the UK
- High Resolution audio reproduces music in its purest form
- Double-layered ear shells engineered for sound precision
- Deluxe memory foam ear pads for long-wearing comfort
- Dedicated cable management clip for tangle-free ease

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01N5VHLUG |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Music Listening, Home Studio Recording |
| Audio Driver Size | 50 Millimetres |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | 623 in Headphones & Earphones |
| Box Contents | Adapter plus 6.3mm-3.5mm, User Manual, Warranty card |
| Brand | PHILIPS |
| Brand Name | PHILIPS |
| Cable Features | Tangle Free |
| Colour | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Music Production Equipment, Laptops, Desktops, Gaming Consoles, Tablets, Telephones, Smart Speakers, Televisions, Car Audio Systems, Cellphones |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Noise Control |
| Controller Type | wired |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 8,314 Reviews |
| Ear placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-Ear |
| Enclosure Material | Leather |
| External Testing Certification | Não aplicável |
| Form factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 5 - 40000 Hz |
| Frequency Response | 40000 Hz |
| Headphone Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 30 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Type Name | Philips Fidelio X2HR/00 Over-Ear Headphones, High-Resolution Headphones (Noise Cancelling, 50-mm Neodymium Driver, High Res Audio, Deluxe Memory Foam Ear Pads, Cable Clip) Black |
| Item Weight | 13.4 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | TP Vision |
| Model Name | X2HR/00 |
| Model Number | X2HR/00 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Noise Control | None |
| Noise control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Adjustable Headband, Detachable Cable, Noise Isolation |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB |
| Specific Uses For Product | Professional Studio Monitor Headphones |
| Style Name | Wired |
| Subject Character | High Res |
| Theme | Movie |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology Type | Headphones with cable |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Philips
- **Colour:** Black
- **Ear placement:** Over Ear
- **Form factor:** Over Ear
- **Frequency response:** 40000 Hz
- **Headphone jack:** 3.5 mm Jack
- **Impedance:** 30 Ohms
- **Model name:** X2HR/00
- **Noise control:** None
- **Sensitivity:** 100 dB

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Whats the difference between the x2 and x2hr's?**
A: None apart from the name.  I own both.  Philips changed their manufacturer prior to the release of these and the quality dipped hugely for a while.  Many believe the introduction of the X2HR was an effort to get beyond the sudden drop in build quality with a re-label.  Having owned and listened to both, I am firmly in this camp.  Fortunately the build quality got back to where it should be, and these are a great pair of headphones.

**Q: Buying for a desktop pc, what difference will i get by buying dac with these headphones?**
A: So if you have a soundblaster or equivalent then you probably wouldn’t need to buy a DAC. If you’re talking about buying a DAC instead of connecting to the motherboard sound again it depends on the motherboard but assuming you don’t have a top of the range motherboard with top spec sound card you will get a vastly better sound from a DAC. The amount of difference you get will vary wildly on the DAC you buy. A Fiio K3 is a great starting point but if you can push a little more cash to the DAC then something like an iFi Zen DAC will transform your sound over the onboard sound.

The differences will be a much more natural sound, clear bass mids and treble. More power (although the X2’s don’t need it so much as they are easy to drive). More detail, less electrical interference, more connectivity options for different headphone types such as balanced ones if you buy a balanced DAC (like the Zen). Just overall everything better.

**Q: Can anyone recommend a shorter headphone lead for these, about 1 to 1.2 Metres,  of suitable impedence but not overhyped expensive ones.**
A: I use the KabelDirekt Pro, does a great job.http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0071MAQZ4?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00

**Q: How long is the warranty on these?**
A: If you're in the EU then it's 2 years manufacturer's warranty no matter what anyone tells you. It's EU-wide law to provide at least 2 years of manufacturer's warranty.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simply brilliant!
*by R***E on 25 October 2019*

Simply put, the best headphones I've ever owned and well worth the 110 I paid, thanks Amazon! These are what I would call 'fun' in their response. You can get "truer" units with a flatter response curve, but these give rich plentiful sound that is more akin to being in a room with a decent speaker setup, than wearing headphones. Bass is well defined, and not overwhelming. Kids are clear and rich. Treble, which I am sensitive to, is not too much and if not absolutely Cristal (if I am being super critical), is bang on to my taste without having to play with the EQ. The clarity is simply incredible, even using my phone (but note the 3m cable is not ideal for this use case). Build quality is spot on, even the cable is great. They are heavy in the hand but very light on your head and very soft around your ears. As a glasses wearer, and having a larger head, I find it hard to find comfort in a pair of headphones, but again, these are the most comfortable units I've ever encountered!!! Being open can design, some sound is leaked, so public use, i.e. train, you want something else... However for home use you would be hard pressed to get better for the money, I would suggest these are worth 150 of anyone's money easy, even if the RRP is a bit of a stretch. The open can design however, means I can listen to whatever I want and still hear others, the OH and the kids etc, without needing to remove them, which can be useful. The 'stage' of these is again, simply incredible... Wearing these you can get a real sense of direction of sounds and find yourself fully immersed. Whether you're listening to say, the Doors and listening to Jim Morrison's whisper track, clear as day during riders on the storm, or using them for gaming, if the sound profile suits you I am sure you will be blown away, at least I was. If you are looking for a gaming headset, or do VR and want immersive sound, look no further. Forget all these poor quality gaming headset s and myths over 5.1 and 7.1 headphone units, this will have better quality and all you need is a Vmoda mic or modmic to make it into a super-decent gaming headset. Personally I can't see the point in multiple driver headphone units because you only have two microphones in your head (your ears). What gives sound 'direction' is actually how the sound waves are manipulated by the direction and your ear itself (hence why our ears are not just flat dishes, evolution of ear shape was not simply accidental, lol). I have worn a number of headphones that are more expensive even, yet have not performed like this. Now they seem to have fixed initial quality issues from a couple of years back these are simply great, highly recommended!!!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome
*by V***O on 13 April 2020*

I love these headphones. First, they are true over-ear headphones. Listening music on these feels more like private speakers than headphones, which is very pleasant. My ears are fully covered, but also completely free, and I've had zero problems with the glasses that I wear, which would hurt if I had the outer parts of my ears pressed to my head for a long time. Second, these feel quite robust. I'm unsure if the parts that you'd expect to break are metal or they just feel that way, but I'll be surprised if they break any time soon. A bit on the heavy side too, but the hammock works great, keeping them where I want them, with very little pressure. I usually get headaches from even small amounts of pressure on my head (for example, a headband that's too tight), and these gave me none. Third, the sound. Not the deepest bass ever, but I am very happy with what my music sounds like (various types of metal). The sound is clear, even, not breaking at all. I don't use them for gaming, so I cannot comment on that. Fourth, the cable is 3m long, braided, and feels like it should last for a long time. Since it plugs in, i.e., it is not built in, you can also replace it, should you require a shorter one or it somehow manages to get damaged. Lastly, I want to say what these are not. They do not cancel noise, they don't even keep the sound perfectly in, i.e., they "leak". But their description doesn't say they don't "leak". It actually boasts "breathable velour cushions". On the other hand, when I turn the music off I can talk to people as if these weren't on my head, which has its advantages. So, if someone near you would mind the "leak", these might not be good for you and you should likely look for nosie cancellation ones, but this is the only scenario in which I wouldn't recommend them. Otherwise, a great find and a valuable purchase. Edit: I have just bought my third one. Don't jump to conclusions: they are not at all shabby; quite the opposite. Over a year ago, I dropped the first ones on hard floor and one of the two bits holding the left headphone broke away, so it remained held by its thin cable and the second bit. Looked flimsy, so I quickly ordered a replacement. More then a year later, these headphones are perfectly ok, but my partner's other brand headphones broke down, so I gave her my spear ones. She is as happy with these as I am, and I quickly grabbed a third pair, so I'd have a spear one for when the first ones finally die... IF they die. For home use, they are really perfect. The first pair (the one I damaged, but it still works perfectly well) is almost 6 years old now. As you can imagine, over the time I ran my chair over the cable and tugged it many times. Not the slightest sign of tear and wear. Earpads are also in great shape. Obviously not new, but not at all scuffed or damaged. Overall, they look like they still have a long life ahead of them, but even if they die tomorrow, I definitely got my money's worth.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ best value open backed headphone under £1,000
*by J***N on 6 January 2022*

Open backed headphones always face a challenge of both adequately representing the bass sounds and not being too bright on the treble. The headphone manufacturers have traditionally dealt with this by having their cheaper sets generally closed back where it is easier to provide a bass heavy but closed in sound, or by complex engineering that results in open backed headphones retailing over £1,000 a piece. The challenge is to provide an open backed headphone (which is the high end audiophiles preferred format as evidenced by a review of the number of open verses closed back headphones over £1,000) at a lower price point. The reason why audiophiles prefer open back is because it provides the most realistic sound repesentation, similar to listening to speakers in a room. They don't block out sounds around you, so your environment is mixed with the sound you hear from the headphones. This makes it easier for headphone designers to create a realistic sound environment, which in turn can provide better dynamic seperation and sound stage. Sennheiser have probably come closest to producing a balanced, cost effective open backed headphone by most accounts, Beyerdynamic have tried and although they are the firm favourite for studio units, for the home market their products are generally regarded as too treble biased, you will see a similar consensus on these Amazon reviews too. Of course whether the sound is balanced or not to you is a matter for each person and although there are ways of measuring the sound output from headphones to quantify this, in the end you just have to try it yourself to be sure. Knowing this Harmon about ten years ago tried to quantify scientifically what a prefered sound might be like and came up with the Harmon target curve. This elevates the bass sounds, also the lower treble but drops off significantly for the higher treble to create a simulated enhanced version of reality but without the sharpness of high frequencies. So we now have a reference point to quantify headphone performance against. If you search on line you will find lists comparing headphones to this standard and although this is no guarentee that they will sound right to you it provides a common measuring point for analysis. So how do these Philips headphones measure up? Well they are one of the closest on the market in this price range to the Harmon curve, the hd560s being slightly closer still. They match well in the bass but do not fall off fast enough in the treble. This is why they are slightly treble focused, in other words the first impression that you get when you put these headphones on is in the treble, the treble is very clear, the midrange is very detailed, usually not the case in cheaper units, the bass is deep but not pronounced, so behind the other sounds. I find these are excellent for classical music, live bands, slightly less so for rock and not for movies. Having spent a lifetime enjoying home cinema systems which are bass heavy with subwoofers, these headphones for me do not have enough bass, however I am enjoying the sound realism that open backed headphones provide and recognise that my sort of bass is unlikely to come out of open back design, Which brings me to my final comment. The more you chase the sound dragon, the more you realise that one headphone like one car is not going to be able to do everthing for you without some compromises. I bought some headphones on here for my son, they are from Oneodio, lots of treble and lots of bass, not much detail in between, great for Skrillex, Scooter and AC/DC LIVE, make you want to turn them up, but now I can't hear my car's turn signals. In short buy these, excellent, superb build quality, cost effective, open backed headphones for natural sound, classical music, accoustic, jazz, but for movies or the club sound buy some different pairs as well.

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