At $225, I can't imagine anything better. The build quality would do a $1000 headphone justice. Fit is very comfortable and snuggly on the head. Sound is VERY dynamic and full bodied. Mids are slightly recessed but overall balance very good. Bass is excellent for an open headphone--perhaps excellent period.
Reviews by Condocondor
Pharmaboy
I've been an audiophile for decades, but only in the last year or two got serious about desktop audio, then headphone audio. The Fidelio X2's were my 2nd headphones, after the AKG K553's (which I found rather bright & bass-deficient, tho EQ helps). Anyway, the 1st time I listened to the X2's through my FiiO 10K, no EQ, it was the aural equivalent of slipping into a hot-tub...absolutely soothing and perfect. The bass was immediately impressive; the midrange & treble both non-fatiguing, but filled with musical detail. Since then I've run them through 3-4 other HP amps, including some heavyweight gear, and I'm so happy w/how they "scale up." These are terrific headphones--not the last word in resolution, but I don't require that. I need what they give me: great comfort, warm, euphonic, yet accurate sound, and a compelling rendition of whatever music I throw at them. I'm about to get another pair of HPs (ZMF Omni's); but I'd never sell the X2's.
Condocondor
Pharmaboy, well I agree with your X2 evaluation of course. As I explore other headphones, I realize the X2 are amazing for voices but the bass gets a little wooly at times for me. Also, in my house open headphones are not that practical. Now, my AKG 553Pros are my favorite "regular" go-to closed headphone. I found they got better with use until I just loved them. They take time.......
