Like a Boss The Philips Fidelio X2

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[@DerGraueFuchsss]

How does an Audiophile manage to have the loudest camera hiss on youtube?

[@aethertech]

The hiss is just extra texture.

[@bbarrera86]

it's part of the soundstage

[@JimmyJaxJellyStax]

also thumping

[@Fhyrion]

I wish you would get a better mic. I understand that it's not really necessary, but it would make the videos more enjoyable.

[@MrCatfail]

yeah, it would surely make sense for an audiophile to have a good sounding microphone, at least I would've thought.

[@xodius80]

so true, not to be a dick, but the irony is kinda funny. Given the content of the channel. xD

[@Fhyrion]

***** Why? Do you enjoy reading people's whines?

[@LeonYuL]

I did complain it before, but from what he said about the equipment, I think it might be that the original audio quality was too high, like over 16bit. and after youtube compressed it, it created this hiss noise.

[@Fhyrion]

***** Okay then. Glad you put that much thought into it. Sorry for asking him to fix the audio. Didn't know such minor complaints were such a big deal to you.

[@CandyHam]

you wear the best shirts man.

[@cliffarmour8304]

Yeah, nothing quite hits the spot sartorially like a polyester Hawaiian shirt

[@MichaelFoleyPhotography]

I can't believe I haven't found your channel before. One of the only reviewers that uses accurate terminology and explains the physics/technology behind audio products without buzzwords and cloudy adjectives. Your description of how headphones sound is conveyed far better than other reviews I've seen, bravo. I'm very keen on the X1 and X2. The price on the X1 looks like it could drop to around $200; is the sound improvement of the X2 worth the price difference in your opinion?

[@maulcs]

"Hi, I'm an audio expert. Listen to my shitty ass mic."

[@TheEchelon]

It's a bug in his camera, smartass

[@vlad59181]

+maulCS LOL :D

[@electricant55]

+The Echelon who uses a camera mic, seriously?

[@maulcs]

+Rafał Sobczyk An audio expert, that's who. lulz

[@johnnyboy1017]

+maulCS I forget exactly what he said, but I'm pretty certain Tyll mentioned on his site why the audio is always poor. Something to do with interference with all the headphones, amps, wires and a whole bunch of technology he has in his room where he films.

[@KeithCopeland778]

Great review! The more X2 reviews that I watch, the more I'm inclined to buy a pair!

[@MichaelFoleyPhotography]

Just picked these up a couple days ago. WOW. I can't get over how clear and precise they sound. They are definitely warm, but the treble is just fantastic and vocals are rich and more balanced than I anticipated. These sound absolutely amazing for just about any genre of music. I haven't listened to anything too high-end, but these are without a doubt the best headphones I've ever listened to.

[@VeggiePopper]

I'm thinking of buying an open headphone, and for several weeks I've been doubtful about whether to get the HD 598, HD600, or AKG Q701. After this video, I have no more doubts - I'll get the Fidelio X2. Thank you so much for this revealing review. There is a reason why you're the most respected audiophile out there, and I salute you.

[@Maddkappu]

I got them a few days ago and they're amazing, worth every penny.

[@persiusshelly6635]

+VeggiePopper The Fidelio X2 have more bass than the HD 598s without being basshead.

[@TexasCorgiGun]

VeggiePopper did u get it ? what can u tell me ? im between those and sennheiser hd 600

[@VeggiePopper]

Martin Silva I didn't, plans changes a little bit. I got married and the budget became tighter. Bought the HD598 instead, I'm loving them. I still like to try the other ones, though.

[@S.G54321]

This may sound strange but I feel that the X2 is source dependant, if you give it a warm source off course it will sound dark and muffled and to bassy. But give it a neautral or maybe even a brighter source the highs come up, bass tightens and mids come out a little bit forward. Paired with my HTC 10 & Shozy Magic the X2 truly become amazing. I sold my Senns Hd650 & Oppo Pm3 because of this. My ATH Msr7 were close to being gone but the portable factor saved them. :) Philips did an amazing job. And Gibson has fixed all the QC issues and also updated to the X2 sound. They going the right way in the audio industry finally. 😂

[@DroidLocks6971]

Im loving my SHP9500s & supposedly the X2HRs Are Way Better Sounding . I Already Get An Eargasm When I Listen Mi SHP9500s

[@zecumbe]

Too much static sound for a video reviewing sound quality, It's like someone talking about image quality uploading a 240p video.

[@victorwasright8382]

savor the dichotomy.

[@Marr033]

Nah it's an intentional burn-in for your headphones dude.

[@jimmyobvious1651]

I miss Tyll ):

[@davidvega6616]

I really do appreciate your reviews. They're great and you certainly know your stuff. Keep up the good work!

[@priitmolder6475]

Putting noise in the video is a very clever move. Those who complain about the noise, must have somewhat good speakers or headphones....I hear brown noise and 5-8Hz oscillation.

[@hoffer_moment]

bro i have 11 dollar logitechs and i hear the noise

[@MYOB89]

i can hear a "chopper" in the background :D.......... (Bad Mic)

[@rich1051414]

Mostafa Yusuf Yummy emf beating away. Probably built into the camera or a laptop, full of noisy emf and questionable shielding.

[@nextlifeonearth]

Richard Smith Yeah, it's the camera. He should record it with his computer and sync the audio in post.

[@bradhuskers]

I'll be honest. The X2 is easily one of the greatest headphones of all time

[@bradhuskers]

@@LubberKing I own the new stealth magnet Anandas. The new stealth magnet edition xs. The meze 99 classics. And I recently sold the hifiman sundaras.

[@bradhuskers]

@@LubberKing At the price, they may be the best headphones on planet earth.

[@blurayffan66]

Great to see your passion for headphones- always a fun and informative watch. Thanks and keep up the great work.

[@bernardocallahan]

WestHam66 Retired :(

[@rdolle990]

My 7 year old Superlux HD681 with Brainwawz pads, which sound really good with the right EQ on them are faling apart. If you, with your wide experience with also expensive headphones , are so excited about them, I think I got a fine successor being shipped real soon. Thank you!

[@aumkar2]

Beyerdynamic has been using a special composite diaphragm for years. That diaphragm produces grain-free sound....no break-up up top. I lost faith in subjective comments after that. Thanks for the excellent video Tyll...it's all about esoteric hearing.

[@sandmanoseven]

I love these cans. I own Focal Utopia and these, both are great. for 300 you can't go wrong.

[@Berserkism]

Gosh darn it! I just bought the X1 a few months ago. (love it) Curse your black heart Philips!

[@BarbecueGamer]

The ending of Berserk left me disturbed. What an amazing anime.

[@Shadowboost]

Tyll, based on your review, I purchased the Fidelio X2 recently. It seems that there was a manufacturer change, from Woox to Gibson. From my listening, it does not sound at all like how you describe. There is a huge further discussion on head-fi.org. Mine are super super dark, boomy bass, muddy throughout the frequencies but especially towards the low-midrange, and very small soundstage. I find my HD600 to be better in every way other than bass amount, currently. Have you heard any current X2's? Would be interesting to determine if this sound difference that we seem to be perceiving is real or not or if you agree.

[@SuperJuvent]

+Shadowboost too me ! I bought them on amazon.de right now , i hope that they aren't gibson ma i doubt it !

[@SapiaNt0mata]

+SuperJuvent how are they? do they have volume imbalance etc etc things that people say?

[@xianning]

after watching so many of your videos, I especially loved the part where you put on the Beats solo and fell off the chair hahah I showed my parents and they laughed too!

[@volikoto]

Even my Philips SHE3590, it's just an earpiece but they don't even disregard it. The sound quality is still amazing. Philips for the win! :D

[@HIJUELAGRANDE]

Great review! I'm so happy to see that Phillips has improved an ale ware great pair of headphones. Could you review the Brainwavz HM5 or just say what you think about them?

[@HIJUELAGRANDE]

Thanks for the response Marc. I love my pair of HM5 I feel they are very neutral. I also own the HD 280 pro but I prefer the HM5 because they're more comfortable and I feel they sound is a little more honest. Thanks again.

[@damienwhitfield2423]

Great review mate! I have ordered mine yesterday and can't wait to test them out.

[@MartinRomero]

I've been waiting for this! Thanks for the review!

[@pr3t]

haha and dms put them in F tier... these fidelio's are awesome

[@HeretixAevum]

Tyll's got his dank weed stash on the bottom left there, lol.

[@ussr1942max]

600-1000 bucks cans by Philips, would really love to see that!

[@Marr033]

Why, except for the build quality ? It's not their market. And a 800$ cans doesn't automatically sounds better than a 350$ cans, just different.

[@rundll3214]

Great review as usual. Beautiful headphones. A touch of Grado or it's just me ?

[@picassoboy52]

I like your reviews, your shirts are another matter! Great job buddy!

[@sambalsamurai9672]

Wonder what you will find of the updated version (at 350 $) the High Resolution "HR" version of the X2: the new X2HR www.p4c.philips.com/cgi-bin/cpindex.pl?scy=IT&slg=EN&ctn=X2HR/00

[@hasis21]

are these x2 good for listening to jazz (mostly avant-garde and post-bop) and experimental rock? if not , what would you recommend for the same price?

[@beestoes7886]

I need help! I don't know if I should buy a Sennheiser HD600 or Philips Fidelio X2 or AKG K702/701/Q701 or NAD VISO HP50. I would like to have good bass extension and a balanced and open sound. Through hours of research, I ended up with the conclusion that the Fidelio sounds the best out of all of these. But I'm still not sure. Can u recommend? Btw, I'm loving all your vids. Keep up the good work! :)

[@AY-dw4om]

Is there any headphone reviewer better than you out there ? I don't think so. Keep up the good work, the audiophile world needs you :-)

[@OsmanCayirci]

Thanks to your video i ordered mine today as 2015-10/03, i really hope they are worth the hype.

[@Gxbbzee]

are they?

[@eriksvensson2098]

+Osman Cayirci wounder the same

[@eriksvensson2098]

Björn Ulfsson welp let's see if black Friday will have some for 160 euro/ otherwise I will buy a pair of bose ;/

[@mramir1238]

+erik svensson bose is trash

[@eriksvensson2098]

MrAmir bad sound Great buildquality and Great fit good enough for 50 euro

[@DagnisCC]

I have Fidelio X1's and boy o boy I love them :)

[@keithscull8288]

I was stuck between my next headphone being the AKG K712, Beyer DT880 or Grado 325, (I want an open back), but now I am thinking about these

[@stay.mellow.]

Keith Scull k712 better

[@danidingo977]

I don't have these headphones but for shure the headband isn't aluminium made, aluminium is not a flexible metal, for shure it's some kind of stainless steel

[@sternkrieger1950]

Is there a freaking helicopter outside your window?!

[@tony_b]

If I have an X1 and feel it works well for me, will the X2 surprise me at all ?

[@stoikr]

Got mine today :) They really sound great!

[@emanemanresuresu]

You say on your review page that this can come close to the hd600 in this price range. What about the akg k701? Not in the same level? Or is it cause is more "analytic"? I am looking for new phones at the moment. I have the k701 and i dont really know what to do... something with less impedance like the UrbaniteXL(will you do a review on the xl?) for mobile use, or something wiht higher impedance to replace my 701 and use 701 for "mobile" despite its a open phone. Is the hd600 better than a 701 or just different? The other thing would be a hd800. But im not sure if its so much better than the 701. I use the 701 with a meier stagedac which can compensate the lack of bass nicely. So... I dont know. really difficult.

[@mwhtkr]

Hope to see a review of the Fidelio L2's. I'm not sure which way to go. So, I would love to get your thoughts on those. X2 or L2 hmmm.

[@mav9504]

Depends on the application, if you're primarily using them for home use go for the X2's, they will most likely be superior in sound quality anyway. But if you want to take the headphones outside the X2's won't really allow that - big size not ideal for portable use and you need a device that can power the headphone loud enough. So for portable use technically the L2 is better, it's what I've been listening to now for a while and it's really excellent, but.. doesn't isolate sound very well ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) Look, for outdoor commuting I'd go for the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0, indoor I'd go for the Philips Fidelio X2.

[@persiusshelly6635]

+Michael Whitaker The X2 are awesome. If I upgrade my Sennheiser HD 598s I will get them. Unless I blow 1900 on the Audeze LCD 3s (reads get rich enough to afford them).

[@Jimc1390]

I have the X1, dont really understand all the audio lingo about lows, highs & flat curves etc. I just know what sounds good to me and the X1's are great. Just hated the fact the pads cant be changed Is it really worth taking a cash loss from selling mine at a loss and paying extra for the X2's, will I really notice the difference in sound

[@Amilla18]

Oppo PM-3 compared to these? You can exclude the portability of the oppos. Thank you!

[@SuperJuvent]

your terrific microphone !!

[@eduardooliveirapompeu9745]

Hi friend, how are you? I am Eduardo, from brazil and i watched many of your videos. So, in your honest opinion, whats the best sound, akg k702, q701, fidelio x2, Sennheiser HD600? Thanks and sorry for my bad english

[@miSta1982]

When you have to choose between Hifiman he 400i/s, sennheiser hd 600/650, and this x2, wich one do you prefer? I want to buy after my koss porta pro is in the base to massive. Keep in mind I have a headphone amplifier and DAC the audinst MX 1. I want warm sounding but balanced and not like akg lightness and beyerdynamic harshness in the highs. What about audeze le 8? I think, that planar magnetic headphones are more the choice for movies because of the rich and tight extreme low frequencies. Good video how ever, I looking forward to see review from auduze le 8.

[@stay.mellow.]

tyll what headphones do u like best those or k712?

[@1311Lucky]

I'm new to headphones and while I love the look and solid reviews this headphone is getting I can't get past the Phillips name. If these had Sennheiser or V-moda written on the side I would buy them in a second. Am I being silly? I just never see Phillips mentioned in the same category as some of the more respected brands. Please tell me I'm wrong so I can buy them.

[@yifuhood]

this 10k peak is the reason I am returning the x2, ear attacking. x1 is a keeper. same goes to l1 vs l2, 600 vs 650. l1 on the go, 650 with my iMac for work ,x1 game,movie tv, fun music. mdr-z1r ---------- sit down close my eyes listen to my music.

[@AllEy3s0nMe]

How much sound do these leak? Would it bother someone trying to sleeping in the next room at a normal listening volume?

[@Mijmer]

Love to see that our "Dutch pride; lightbulp company" produces so much more than lightbulbs and tv's. High quality headphones!

[@InnerFidelity]

Mijmer Um...well, Fidelio headphones are Philips in name only. Philips sold the brand, which is now officially called WOOX and is owned by Gibson Brands. www.woox.com/en/home

[@Mijmer]

Haha thanks for that info! So much for Dutch pride. Am a rookie soundwise, but learning every day:) enjoying my m50's and fiio e17 all day long! Keep making those nice reviews in that hawai shirt and with the noise in your mic;)

[@deurkl]

InnerFidelity The engineers are Dutch, Belgium and Chinese. Most of them are from Philips. Woox Innovations was called "Philips Lifestyle" 6 years ago. So pretty much everyone from Philips is still working there.

[@Deathrape2001]

David van der Zande LOL @! Chinese 'engineering' =)) School of 'How 2 Make It LOOK Similar 2 Something Of Quality While Actually KRAP' HAHAHA Or Japanese... 'How 2 Pretend It Has Useless Features U Never Need Or Use'.... headphones with 'bass ports' ROFL!!!! Oh yeah, that half inch really makes it dig so deeeeeeep

[@AndorJensma]

Mijmer Hahaha thats funny tho, im only 17 already really enjoying good sound and music and i bought myself ATH m50x's aswell last year, but i paired mine with the fiio e10k :) groetjes!

[@lisij9]

@InnerFidellity hi, thanx for great review, how are the fidelio x2 are compared to Sennheiser hd598 which will you pick. i like a little bass but not too much, ive had sennhs rs180 some time ago and they had the bass just right for me, so will the x2 be something way too much on the bass side?

[@nkenchington6575]

Got them the other day. Wonderful!

[@ohthecaptain]

I want to buy a pair of these. Philips has discontinued the X2 and now makes the X2HR. The only place to buy them in the US is Amazon and they've been out of stock with no known restock date for a few months now. Does anyone have some advice on how I can purchase the X2HR in the US?

[@josephharrison4088]

Nice review, where I live I can get HD 650 or fidelio X2 for similar prices, and I've herd very good things about both, which would you recommend ? ( listening to all types of music and a little bit of gaming)

[@shameite74]

I already have the X2's and I want to compare them to the HD650's also! I wish I knew someone with a pair. I do have the HD600's and basically the x2's sound similar but with a fuller bottom end. So I wonder how similar in sound these are to the HD650's?

[@josephharrison4088]

got the x2s about a week ago because i found them cheep second hand and they blow my dt990s and ad500x's out of the water for pure sound quality but im interested in the neutrality of the 600s

[@shameite74]

HD600's are definitely neutral but lacks that bottom bass filler the X2's have when I a/b test them. I really can't tell you if I like one more than the other because that would depend on you use of the headphone and what amplifier you have also. My HD600's are used more than my X2's because I find the X2's too don't have the detail for gaming like the HD600's due to them having more bass. The HD600's are more comfortable to me also by a good margin due to their softer pads and lighter weight. If I had to make a choice and keep only one, I would keep the HD600's. The bass is real good to me on the X2's though and sounds really good with blues guitar type music due to their fun factor. The HD600's also scale really well with higher end equipment also. I do not find that the case with the X2's. My 2 amps that I like to use with the HD 600's are my BOTTLEHEAD CRACK and Aune T1. What amps do you currently have?

[@josephharrison4088]

Shane White think I might look for a pair of 600s then and nothing special atm just an smsl dac amp but don't have many hard to drive headphones, I am looking to upgrade my set up soon though

[@shameite74]

I would give the HD600's a shot. The s.m.s.l. might work, it just will not play them to their full potential. I use my FIIO E18 dac amp sometimes with them and it makes them play loud enough, just not to their full capabilities. Then later on down the road by an OTL amp for them. Let me know how you like them if you ever get to try a pair.

[@TheMathew840]

Great review! It just sounds a bit like there is a chopper or something in the background. :)

[@tpacalypse]

Hi Tyll. Which between these and The Meze 99 classics have a better sound or anybody else here who heard both. Thanks

[@naturevaley6481]

What kind of headphone would you recommend for around $300? The headphone should be closed and preferably over ear. I listen to hip-hop/rap most of the time. -Thanks

[@Deathrape2001]

The Koss KEB15i, but not with the stock tips. Use those from the Auvio 'for android', or 'element' or 'pearl bud 2.0' =) In totla U will spend less than $30, then U can spend the rest on things like gasoline or food =D The sound quality will B better & U end up with more spending $! NEAT!

[@Isaac-lm6pl]

nature valey your ass

[@basshead.]

In-ear headphones suck.

[@josemanuel2244]

Can you explain the difference between open vs close headphones. Can you make calls ?

[@Grumse]

Does the headphones slip of if I tilt my head forward? Because I want to use them when I do my homewirk and maybe dishes :)

[@Cookiemanstor]

Tyll, the static noise is so annoying. Consider using audacity or a better mic.

[@gctdonyre]

It's quite ironic isn't, reviewing an audiophile headphone with poor audio quality in a video.

[@apaararora9889]

how do these compare to fidelio l2?

[@RLEEJY051298]

How do these compare to the HiFiMan HE-400?

[@terraincognitagaming]

How exactly do these headphones work for various people? Cus people got diff sized heads, and the wire holding the pad together might over time loosen up.

[@oONeelyaOo]

Are this headphones good for immersive/competitive gaming and listening to music? I mostly listen to rock, metal and some songs with more bass. I want to use them as my "generall good for everything headphones" that last for many years :) 

[@suzuki450cj7]

I listen to mainly metal music I was wondering if you would recommend the hifiman he400i or these being powered by a fiio q1

[@tonydillinger8678]

My SPH 9500 are too big for my little head are these going to fit well because of the headband

[@DroidLocks6971]

That shirt is AweSomeNess PerSoNiFied

[@homoudsaleh6978]

Nice review, however they have bad quality control just received them today. Mine had glue on the ear-cubs ,unmatched ear cubs. they sounded good but they are,Heavy and huge. The HD598 sound similar with excellent quality and can be worn for hours. Thank you sennheiser ,,,

[@SapiaNt0mata]

+homoud saleh as it seems you got the Gibson version and not the Woox which is the original version before Gibson bought it. the Woox is the good pair

[@eug3nius]

Those are fighting words about the HD600. :) I'm skeptical ... For a while now I wanted a HD600 with angled drivers and better bass extension - but without losing the excellent neutrality and the refinement and lack of grain of the HD600. The HD700 was supposed to be that headphone but sadly the HD700 is to put it bluntly - crap. I hear rumors about a HD800 successor. PLEASE Sennheiser fix the treble peak and the paint chipping and you'll have a headphone that pretty much renders all other high end headphones irrelevant. :)

[@MilGrip76]

Yeah, this is surprising. Was looking at the 600s as my next hp. How is the low bass on these? Movies etc? Thanks.

[@tpacalypse]

Hey Tyll :)! How do these compare to the Meze 99 classics for better overall sound despite it's closed Vs open? Thanks

[@thaknopp]

Do you get alot of microphonics noise in the left cup from the cable?

[@Gadgetibles]

Do I require a dac or dap to get hi res sound from this headphones or I can just pair this with my Samsung galaxy S10 and still get hi res sound ?”

[@hollowearthreality]

Gday mate!. I absolutely love your reviews. I have always appreciated sound, but lately i have been getting onboard with the world of quality portable sound. I have bought a cowon j3, a nice portable amp, made some decent patch cables and am running some vsonic vsd3s iem's with my almost arrived silver upgrade cable kit. I am getting married in less than 2 weeks and i would really appreicate your advice on a set of cans for my portable set up. I currently own pair of AT m50x, so what would you recommend. I wanto relax, with all of this wedding preparation etc and im really stressed out as i type this. Something that just lets me be consumed by sound, cuts off the outside world and lets me drift off to enjoy my own little world for a few minutes. I don't have much money at the moment my friend, so what could you suggest? I really enjoy your videos and sincerly look forward to hearing back from you. Rock on, kevin,from australia.

[@Deathrape2001]

OMFG @ 'silver cable upgrade kit' HAHAHAHA =)) & what about the mile & a half (slightly exagerating) of super thin copper wire in the VOICE COIL (or other 'traces) in your cans? U R a SUCKER! People @ the hi-fi shops laugh @ VICTIMS like U & how they can trick U into wasting your money on that KRAP! There R 2 good types of cable sound-wise. The 1'st is when U mix copper on 1 lead, & aluminum on another (so it's not going through the same metal on 1 of the directions). ANother that improves this further is putting the copper in the middle of a thin sheath, & cladding that in aluminum foil (typical super-cheap 'RG59 video cable). Those sound truly awesome =) I don't really know the science behind it, just hear & enjoy the RESULTS! Simple 'lamp cord' that is copper on 1 lead & aluminum on the other sounds fantastic. Gang them in paralell if need more headroom. B sure not 2 mix copper & aluminum on the same lead. U want 2 force the signal 2 go through both types of metal, not a continuous path of hte same metal N E where start 2 finish.

[@DjCombala4964]

Please do a review of Philips A5PRO Armin van Buuren headphones. That would be great.

[@lajson]

Very nice review :-) Now I have to ditch my Fidelio X1 because the X2 is so much better sounding , that sucks .......... :-))) BTW, have you had a chopper in your garden or you living in Windsor ? It just ruins the nice feeling about this review....... especially if you listening this with the Fidelio X1 !

[@nolanthomas2081]

InnerFidelity I do a lot of FPS gaming on PC and i'm looking to upgrade from my bland sounding Razer Kraken 7.1's....what would be the best headphone Sub $300 for gaming? I doesnt have to have a mic.....I plan on getting a Fiio E10K to power. I was looking for Open Ear so I can get that Directional Audio. Thanks and keep up the awesome job!!

[@Deathrape2001]

Dont' bother with sound cards. Just make sure your motherboard has an audio chipset that does not force resampling. Realtek (everything from Apple or N E wehre else Realtek is used) forces resampling & thus sounds like absolute krap compared e3ven 2 a cheap 'Analog Devices' chipset based Dell or something thrown out on the street because the fool who tossed it thinks they have 'up'graded HAHAHAHAHA I have may such 'freebie Dells' & they all sound freaking glorious. No need 4 amps or N E of that aftermarket bulL$hit.

[@georgepnf8596]

Hi InnerFidelity, great video. I'm between the Fidelio X2 (I found them 180usd), the AKG k 240 studio, Hifiman edition S, Audio Technica 500x. I want to connect them to my pc. Which do you think is the best value for money ? This will be my first headphones. Thank you

[@georgepnf8596]

Or if you have another recommendation please do.

[@215alessio]

it suprises me that the x1 is ritcher in base since the x2 can go evem lower in freq downto 5 hz where ad the x1 down to 10 hz

[@BarbecueGamer]

Tyll, may I please ask you a question? I really trust your ears, I have always agreed with your opinions. So I've been meaning to ask you, which headphone do you think sounds better, the NAD Viso HP50, or the Sennheiser Momentum?

[@sapphiro]

I had both and liked HP50 better overall, but only slightly. Ended up giving Momentums as a gift to my brother and he was blown away by the great sound :) Momentums (over the ear model) have slightly better highs but HP50 are better balanced tonally across the whole spectrum.

[@BarbecueGamer]

Marc Axelrod Thanks for the reply Marc, I've actually seen your comparison of the two. That video is actually the main reason why my decision is so difficult. Because I know your giving your honest opinion, but I also know other's have the exact opposite opinion. In a perfect world I'd just be able to buy both headphones and see for myself. But I don't have that luxury. I'm just trying to make the right choice here, and I'm in it purely for the sound and nothing else. Really wish I could get a reply from Tyll.

[@BarbecueGamer]

sapphiro Thanks sapphiro for your reply. :)

[@emilpapis9000]

BarbecueGamer he already answered your question you was just too damn lazy to do a simple google search! Even from his own website!!! took me about 14 seconds to find... Idiot! Won't even give you the link all i can say that if you read both reviews(from his website) which you should have done if you are interested in buying one of them. And only want him to reply. Spoiled brat eh?

[@BarbecueGamer]

Emil Pedersen Boy, you sure just jumped the gun. I saw the reply numb nuts. I even emailed Tyll and thanked him on Twitter. Also, I posted this question on Oct 3rd. Same as the question on InnerFidelity. And he replied to that on Oct 6th. Haha, what a massive tool you are. I'm a fan of irony. ^_^

[@mrfluffy8349]

Is there a copper in the backyard or somethin??? my headphones are going crazzzzzy, if not you have a serious problem with editing sound or the mic mic be broken....

[@patrikmanni3559]

I guess he's demonstrating bass extension or something? Haha

[@Brizzer]

Great review.

[@nicodimus2222]

I haven't found any place to get replacement ear pads for the X2. Has anyone else?

[@Kim2310]

So Tyll is it worth to upgrade if you already have the X1?

[@husnainanwaar1992]

which one are more detailed philips fidelio x2 or sony mdr 1a ?

[@stefanhansen7353]

Can I use the Philips Fidelio x2 with Xbox One S by pluggin it to the Xbox One S controller?

[@DiastroYT]

I agree with the other guys, a better microphone would be great. Great review though, Philips know how to make great headphones.

[@october001]

You know you are a well respected reviewer, one of the best, so I say this with all due respect... PLEASE buy a quality microphone?

[@Leir0n]

These vs the Nad's? I know it's a sealed versus open headphone comparison, but I still want to know what's better/worse and if it's worth upgrading/replacing. (Btw I own the Nad's)

[@sac666_]

I would like to know as well ..just the sq

[@Tigerex966]

Please Please Please Please review the Philips Fidelio L2. I have been waiting forever to see how it compares to the momentum 2, Nad HP50, Oppo PM3, Focus Spirit Pro Senn HD600 and HD650 and of course the L2. Thanks In advance.

[@Tigerex966]

Tigerex966 i meant ofcourse X2 and L1

[@bunozen1]

Ah, and my fidelio x2 is sounding like my utopias, how is this possible??

[@derbigpr500]

Oh my wallet....my poor wallet. First the Sony MDR-Z7, now the Philips X2...oh man, I think I'll have to sell the T1's.

[@alexrobete]

Hi There, which would you pick between the Audio Technica M50X, Fidelio X2 or Sennheiser HD700 ? I listen to all genres of music, even bass heavy music, but i don't put a lot of emphasis on boomyness, I want something that sounds well defined, clean and robust but also with a wide soundstage. Thank you. Love your videos, keep up the great work!

[@iulianpopa8766]

+Alex Robete Out of those 3, the Fidelio X2 would offer the best bang for your buck, are they similarly priced in your country? What is source? Do you own a headphone amplifier? Do you happen to listen to music in a noisy environment? (Open back headphones leak a lot of sound, both ways, in and out) Do you care about portability?

[@Veldoril]

+Alex Robete I would purchase the HD700, then apply a global audio EQ to fix the treble. It's considered bright, but you may like that!

[@alexrobete]

+Visual Vel - Lets Player Thank you for your reply, i finally got the fidelio X2 and paired them with a fiio mont blanc portable amplifier and i really like the sound signature.

[@alexrobete]

+Iulian Popa Thank you for your reply. I went ahead and bought the X2 and they are just brilliant! i LOVE the build quality, they feel so luxurious and the sound is superb. I have bought a portable amplifier- Fiio Mont Blanc E12 and i am really happy with the way they pair together. I listen to my music indoors, don't really care for portability and i'm not bothered by the sound leakage. Thank you for your reply.

[@iulianpopa8766]

If you're happy with your choice, that's all that matters, enjoy your new setup!

[@Naamturd101]

PLEASE get a better microphone...this is almost painful - and you do such good review content. It's such a shame. :(

[@IcyFlame0]

How do these compare to the akg k7xx, hd600 and hifiman he400s?

[@Miniklangwunder]

I own the Fidelio X2 and the AKG K702 and in my opinion the X2 makes everything a little bit more enjoyable for my taste. Same clarity on both but the AKG is just very analytic. The X2 is a little bit smoother in the upper highs. So even on high volumes it gets not annoying. With the X2 I get the feeling on many tracks that the volume get one step more up to get more fun but even on the highest level I have this idea. So most other headphones get a limit because of getting uncomfortable in some frequency areas. The X2 does not behave like this. For 300 a very grreat headphone even in 2016!

[@Dinyu01]

hey! great review. do you recommend any amplifiers with these or can I use them without?

[@Marr033]

You can use them without, but it will slightly improve the sound, not in a way that they will get finally enough power to run like some high impedance low sensitivity headphones, but in a way that the DAC/amp will make a better job than a cheap phone/laptop/mobo DAC.

[@seikochristopherward9908]

i have been wanting this pair of headphones but i own a tube amp. after what you said about it not working well with tubes, i was wondering whether i should still get it or not?

[@shameite74]

Not really so much tube amps, its output transformer-less amps (OTL amps) like the Bottlehead Crack he is talking about which also have tubes just like hybrid amps but without any transformers. They are designed for headphones with an ohm load of 300 and up which is I use with my Sennheisser HD600's. I have plugged my X2's into my Bottlehead Crack and still find they sound good. One example of an Hybrid amp you can use with the X2's would be the AUNE T1 or Schiit Audio Lyr 2. Basically any hybrid tube amp would work since the headphone impedance is low on this headphone if you are looking for a tube sound.