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Take the open, immersive sound of an open-back headphone and combine it with the bass of a closed-back headphone and you get semi-open headphones. Semi-open headphones give you the best of both worlds, making them great for all-around music listening, movie watching, or even gaming.

Browse our collection of semi-open headphones from Fostex and find perfect pair for you. Buy yours online today.


What does semi-open headphones mean?

Semi-open headphones are a hybrid between open-back and closed-back headphones, meant to strike a middle ground in terms of sound, comfort, and noise isolation.

Semi-open headphones are closer to open-back headphones than they are to closed-back headphones. They present a natural-sounding soundstage without the closed-in feel you typically experience with closed-back headphones. Semi-open headphones leak less sound than true open-backs but don't isolate noise as well as fully closed-back models.

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Semi-Open Headphone for Audiophiles

Fostex T60RP Headphone

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Price: $329.99


The T60RP lets you enjoy a balanced, life-like sound in any genre

Audiophiles looking for a semi-open back headphone with a balanced sound should look no further than the Fostex T60RP. With its amazing build quality and smooth and natural sound, the T60RP delivers value like no other semi-open headphone on the market.

One look at the T60RP and the first thing you notice are those beautiful wooden ear cups. Built using African Mahogany, the T60RP headphones add depth to the RP diaphragms, so you can hear more from your music. Genuine leather headbands and ear pads ensure you can listen for hours without interruptions.

At the heart of the T60RP lies Fostex's Regular Phase Drivers. RP drivers and their neodymium + polyimide film + copper foil etching produce a clean and natural sound for studio-quality audio monitoring at home or in the studio.

The T60RP is the perfect semi-open headphone for casual and professional use. Removable cables and high input support up to 3,000mW means you can plug in the T60RP into any source and enjoy great sound anywhere.

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Pros
  • Smooth, neutral sound is great for listening to any genre.
  • Realistic sound.
  • Smooth treble is never fatiguing to listen to.
  • High-quality African Mahogany ear cups looks stunning.
  • Comfortable leather ear pads and headband.
  • Removable cables.
  • Amazing value.
Cons
  • Bass heads and treble heads need to look elsewhere.
  • Low sensitivity and high impedance rating. You might need a decent amplifier to get the most out of these headphones.

Semi-Open Headphone for Studio

Fostex T50RPMK3 Headphone

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Price: $169.99


The T50RPMK3 has the clarity and detail to reveal every nuance from your favorite recordings

The Fostex T50RPMK3 is an excellent choice for critical listening or studio production work. With its precise Planar RP Drivers, lightweight build, and budget-friendly price tag, the T50RPMK3 delivers reference-grade sound for casual listeners and professionals alike. 

The T50RPMK3 looks like something you would find in a professional recording studio. It features long metal posts for precise headband adjustments, and bright orange wires going from one headband to each driver. Its large earcups feature a semi-open design with narrow vents on each side. On the left earcup is a single 3.5mm terminal for the removable cable. A proprietary locking mechanism ensures a secure connection every time.

The soundstage is the first thing that stands out on the T50RPMK3. Sounds stretch far from left to right, and instruments are easy to pick out even in busier tracks. The bass is impressive for a planar headphone, offering impact and rumble comparable to dynamic driver headphones. Vocals and instrumentals sound smooth and realistic, offering an immersive listening experience. The treble is smooth and non-fatiguing, but very detailed - detailed enough to reveal imperfections in less-than-perfect recordings.

The Fostex T50RPMK3's robust build, precise sound, and incredible value make it an excellent choice for anyone who wants to hear every detail in their music. Audiophiles looking to extract every detail from their playlists or professionals crafting their next big hit will find the T50RPMK3 a wonderful addition to their headphone collection.

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Pros
  • Incredibly detailed and clear sound.
  • Wide and immersive soundstage.
  • Excellent sound positioning.
  • Offers a more powerful and impactful bass than its counterparts.
  • Removable cable.
  • Incredible value at just $169.99
Cons
  • Somewhat hard to drive. Will need a powerful amplifier to get the best sound.
  • Stock ear pads are very thin and can pose comfort issues.
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