Open Ear Headphone Reviews

Although I wouldn't call the X2HR a reference style open back headphone, I would say they are a very enjoyable pair to listen to all kinds of music on. I've listened to everything from Jazz, Classical, Hip Hop, old school to modern R&B, all eras of rock to Death Metal, and the X2HR sounded great with all of them. Great detail, ample bass that holds together and the soundstage is wide but not so much that you lose the mix or the vocals. The X2HR is bright, but never sibilant and the treble range allows for great resolving of ear candy usually lost or hard to hear in poorer performing headphones. I would say the EQ is a bit more of a V shape, but there is enough midrange where recordings never sound hollow. I find the fit very comfortable for my large head and the build quality is excellent. I will say that ear fatigue settled in for me after about 2 to 2.5 hours of listening at a moderate volume. All in all, a great set of cans.

I had seen a couple of headphone reviews about this new model from Rode, each one raving over the build quality and sound. The reviews were spot on and the quality of this product is stellar. Nothing, and I mean nothing, about these headphones feels cheap. When a product is thoughtfully designed, you are immediately aware. The ear cup foam and outer coverings feel so high end, not to mention comfortable. I've never had a closed back headphone isolate so well before. The shape of the earcups seals so well and blocks out almost all ambient sounds. This will come in extremely handy during my live recording sessions. I love the locking feature of the headband, which assures every time I put the phones on my head, the cups are in just the right place. A thick, supple cord, that can be installed on either ear cup is a nice touch. The sound is just right to my ears. Bass is solid but definitely not hyped or muddy. Mids and high frequencies are natural and detailed. These will be excellent recording/mixing headphones but I also enjoy them for just pure enjoyment sessions. When you receive a piece of gear and in the initial 5 minutes of using it your first thought is to buy another as a spare...well, I don't think you can get higher praise than that. These headphones feel and sound like they should be twice their price, at least. In fact, I would say at twice the price I would still buy them. Well done Rode!!!

It's my first time buying over the ear headphone, since on ear was not comfortable for me.

Having been a loyal user of Shockz products since 2019, particularly the AfterShockz Aeropex, I've experienced first-hand the evolution of open-ear headphone technology. My journey with Shockz has been mostly positive, but not without its quirks. With the older models, like the Aeropex, I noticed a peculiar sensation when cranking up the volume - a tickling feeling at the contact points that was sometimes distracting. Additionally, as someone who appreciates a rich audio experience, the bass in these earlier models left me wanting more. Enter the OpenFit Open Ear Headphones - the latest offering that I've been using for the last couple of weeks. These headphones are not just an upgrade; they're a complete overhaul of my auditory experience. The tickling sensation at high volumes? Completely gone, allowing me to enjoy my music at any level without discomfort. And the bass - it's like a whole new world. The depth and richness of the bass in the OpenFit headphones have entirely satisfied my cravings for a fuller sound. In summary, the OpenFit Open Ear Headphones have addressed and resolved all the minor grievances I had with the previous generation. They have significantly enhanced my daily audio experience, making them a stellar choice for anyone looking to step up their open-ear headphone game. Verdict: Fully Satisfied - A Stellar Leap in Open-Ear Headphone Technology

Very nice headphone and feel comfortable on ear.

Open Ear Goodness, at a great price too!!!!

Finallly, a headphone that if it falls out of your ear will stay on you. And at a great price!

OpenComm2 - UC Sooo much better than having a headphone/earbud on or in the ear.

These are my first open ear headphones. No more earbuds for me!

The headphone stand is heavy enough to give firm support for my over-ear headphones.