Best Open Headphones in 2020

The main features of open headphones are their design optimized to allow some outside noise allowing their user to be aware of some external sound. Their perforated ear cups are allowing sound to pass in and out. This feature characterizes them with a natural sound and presence in the outside world. This feature also allows anyone from your surroundings to hear what you’re listening to and to stay connected to your experience. Take a look at our list of best open headphones in 2020.

Sennheiser HD 650

Sennheiser HD 650 are one of the best sounding headphones on the market. With open-back ear pads, they feature a 10-41.000 Hz frequency response providing great instrument separation, from low bass to high level tones with a natural sound. With a design of lightweight aluminum voice coil, the sound response is remarkable. Premium titanium/silver finish with elliptical design easily adapts to any shape of ear. With a 3m detachable cable length, these headphones can be plugged into any hi-fi component. With the impedance of 300 ohms feature these headphones have seriously good and quality sound. One thing that can be resented is the price. At the same time, we can’t say they are overrated because Sennheiser once again proved their comfort and top-notch quality with a two year warranty.

Beyerdynamic DT990

Beyerdynamic DT990 are semi-open headphones specially designed for studio environment, professional mixing, mastering or editing, with a nominal impedance of 250 ohms.  They are also widely popular in the gaming world for those who want to upgrade their gaming experience. The semi-open design creates a natural, but yet very distinct premium quality sound. The headphones’ frequency response of 5-35.000 Hz will introduce you to a new level of sound with a wide range of bass, mids, and treble. The external design of ear pads is made of aluminum to avoid any additional weight on your ears and the headband is made of leather. The earpads are made of microfiber and are extremely comfortable.

The package includes a 3m long coil cable, which is not replaceable and a detachable adapter. Beyerdynamic DT900 is affordable, comparing to some other open studio and gaming headphones, and yet designed for professional use with a very detailed and sharp natural sound.

Philips SHP9500

Philips SHP9500 are another model of great HiFi stereo headphones from this company. The open back and over-ear design of 50mm speaker drivers, with a frequency response of 12-35000 Hz and impedance of 32 ohms, is designed to give the pleasure of wide hearing range, from bass to high definition sound. Cable connection is one-sided which is good because many costumers often complain about the two-sided cable design. The headband is not designed with the best quality in mind, considering the plastic material, but yet they are very light and comfortable. Considering the sound quality with a wide spectrum of low and high tones, the affordable price and all the simple quality design, Philips SHP9500 is one you should definitely try out in 2020.