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Fostex Th 900 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£1,320
Avg. price in US: ~$1,500
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Fostex Th 900 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.0

Good

4.3

Poor

7.7

Very good

0.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
0.5
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
1.0
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
0.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
1.4
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

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#532 in Best Wired Headphones
#678 in Best Over Ear Headphones

Verdict

The Fostex TH-900 is a premium closed-back dynamic headphone featuring a 50mm 'Biodyna' diaphragm and an ultra-strong neodymium magnetic circuit with 1.5 Tesla flux density, delivering a wide 5Hz–45kHz frequency response and a low 25-ohm impedance for easy drivability. It is distinguished by its artisan Japanese Cherry Birch earcups finished in traditional 'Urushi' lacquer, providing a high-resolution, V-shaped sound profile characterized by powerful, fast-decaying sub-bass and detailed, shimmering highs. Main pros include a remarkably spacious soundstage for a closed design, exceptional transient response, and high comfort facilitated by protein leather ear pads; however, users frequently note a recessed midrange that can push vocals back, potentially fatiguing treble peaks, and relatively poor sound isolation despite the closed-back construction.

Technical Specifications of Fostex Th 900

Overall score

5.0

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

5.6

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

1.1

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

5.1

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Fostex

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Fostex Th 900 vs the average headphone

Why is Fostex Th 900 better than the average headphone?

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Spatial audio support
Fostex Th 900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fostex Th 900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
10 mm larger driver size
Fostex Th 900 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fostex Th 900 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
13 Hz lower bass extension
Fostex Th 900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
Fostex Th 900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.5 Hz vs 18 Hz
25,000 Hz higher treble extension
Fostex Th 900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Fostex Th 900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.45000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
23 mm more spacious earcup width
Fostex Th 900 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (66 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fostex Th 900 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (66 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.66 mm vs 43 mm
1.8 m more useful cable length
Fostex Th 900 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.
Importance: LOW
Fostex Th 900 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.3 m vs 1.2 m
18x higher input power handling
Fostex Th 900 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,800 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
What it is: Maximum input power the drivers can safely handle
When it matters: When you pair the headphones with stronger sources or dedicated gear.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=300 mW
Fostex Th 900 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,800 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.1800 mW vs 100 mW
23 mm more spacious earcup width
Fostex Th 900 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (66 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
1.8 m more useful cable length
Fostex Th 900 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Spatial audio support
Fostex Th 900 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
10 mm larger driver size
Fostex Th 900 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
13 Hz lower bass extension
Fostex Th 900 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
25,000 Hz higher treble extension
Fostex Th 900 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (45,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
18x higher input power handling
Fostex Th 900 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,800 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.

Why is Fostex Th 900 worse than the average headphone?

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78.9% higher weight
Fostex Th 900 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
0.8 higher clamp force
Fostex Th 900 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
2 mm tighter earcup height
Fostex Th 900 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (58 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
0.7 % higher distortion
Fostex Th 900 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
Fostex Th 900 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
10 dB lower max SPL
Fostex Th 900 has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (100 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
Not headset-ready
Fostex Th 900 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
1 fewer microphones
Fostex Th 900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
No voice assistant support
Fostex Th 900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
5 years older release date
Fostex Th 900 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
January 2012
78.9% higher weight
Fostex Th 900 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Fostex Th 900 is heavier than the average headphone (390 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.390 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
Fostex Th 900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Fostex Th 900 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
0.7 % higher distortion
Fostex Th 900 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
Fostex Th 900 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.1 % vs 0.3 %
Not headset-ready
Fostex Th 900 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fostex Th 900 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
14.67x more expensive
Fostex Th 900 is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,320 vs £90).
Fostex Th 900 is more expensive than the average headphone (£1,320 vs £90).£1,320 vs £90
48.1% worse value for money
Fostex Th 900 has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.55 vs 6.736).
What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Fostex Th 900 has worse value for money than the average headphone (4.55 vs 6.736).4.55 vs 6.74
1 fewer microphones
Fostex Th 900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2
Fostex Th 900 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
0.8 higher clamp force
Fostex Th 900 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.
Importance: MEDIUM
Fostex Th 900 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.1 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.1 vs 4.3

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What customers like about Fostex Th 900?

World-class sub-bass performance with deep reach and exceptional speed/control
Remarkably wide and airy soundstage for a closed-back headphone design
Premium build quality featuring Japanese Cherry Birch earcups with a traditional 'Urushi' lacquer finish
High sensitivity makes them relatively easy to drive even with modest amplification
Excellent detail retrieval and instrument separation, particularly in the treble and bass regions
Very comfortable for long listening sessions due to soft protein leather pads and light weight distribution

What customers dislike about Fostex Th 900?

Recessed mid-range can make vocals and certain instruments feel pushed back or 'distant'
Treble can be 'peaky' or sibilant, leading to ear fatigue or piercing sounds on some tracks
Poor noise isolation and significant sound leakage for a closed-back model
Very high price point makes them less competitive in pure value compared to newer rivals
Fixed, non-detachable cable on the original (MK1) version limits customization and durability

Expert reviews

head-fi.org

25/11/2013

Fostex TH 900 - Reviews

The Fostex TH-900Go is highly regarded for its premium build, featuring Urushi lacquer wooden cups and a comfortable fit. Its audio performance is characterized by a V-shaped sound signature, offering deep sub-bass and an expansive, three-dimensional soundstage with precise imaging. Common drawbacks include an overly aggressive, bright treble on certain tracks, limited passive noise...Read more

headmania.org

08/02/2015

Fostex TH-900 Review

The Fostex TH-900 is an aesthetically striking, luxury closed-back headphone featuring wooden cups finished with traditional Japanese "Urushi" lacquer and a premium platinum-foiled logo. In terms of performance, its definitive highlight is its industry-leading sub-bass, which delivers an incredibly deep, powerful, and controlled punch without bleeding into the mid-frequencies. It...Read more

headfonics.com

25/09/2014

The Lawton Fostex TH900 Review

The Headfonics review of the Lawton-modified Fostex TH900Go highlights how custom wooden chambers and damping materials fix the stock model's artificial treble, resulting in superior clarity, an expansive soundstage, and precise instrument positioning. The modified unit offers an exceptionally comfortable, lightweight fit with minimal clamping pressure, despite retaining the...Read more

headfonia.com

21/03/2013

Fostex: TH600 and TH900 Review

In his review on Headfonia, Mike finds that while the Fostex TH600 and TH900 share a comfortable, durable build, the flagship TH900 far outperforms the TH600 in sound quality with superior staging, imaging, and refined bass. The TH600 is praised for its matte design and polite V-shaped sound, but the TH900 is positioned as the superior, more engaging option, offering better value...Read more

hifitest.de

06/12/2019

Fostex TH900mk2 5th Anniversary and Fostex TH909 Sapphire Blue Review

The Fostex TH900mk2 5th Anniversary is a closed-back headphone that shifts away from the warm, bass-heavy sound of the standard red model to offer a highly precise and neutral signature. Its main pros include exceptional fine dynamics, highly detailed resolution, a tightly controlled deep bass response, and superb build quality featuring premium hand-polished earcups. On the...Read more

stereoguide.de

05/01/2023

Review: Fostex TH900 Mk2 vs PW Limited Edition

The Fostex TH900 Mk2 and its Pearl White Limited Edition are high-end, closed-back over-ear headphones made from Japanese cherry birch with a stunning, traditional "Urushi" lacquer finish. Equipped with a 50mm biodynamic diaphragm and a powerful 1.5 Tesla neodymium magnet, they deliver exceptional audio quality that bridges the gap between audiophile listening and studio production....Read more

hifi-ifas.de

31/07/2022

Review: Fostex TH900 mk2 & Special Edition High-End Headphones

The FOSTEX TH900 mk2 and its Pearl White Special Edition are closed-back, high-end over-ear headphones priced around €2,000 that bridge professional audio precision with luxury audiophile design. Handcrafted in Japan from Japanese cherry birch and coated in traditional, glossy Urushi lacquer with platinum logos, they deliver an incredibly premium physical presentation. Sonically,...Read more

bonedo.de

05/07/2016

Fostex TH-900 MK2 Review - Bonedo

The Fostex TH-900 MK2 is a premium, closed-back headphone that blends high-end craftsmanship with studio-grade performance, though it functions more like a semi-open model regarding isolation. The design is exceptionally luxurious, featuring ear cups made of Japanese cherry birch finished with silver foil, a deep red Urushi lacquer, and a platinum logo. Its technical specs are...Read more

stereo.de

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Fostex TH900 - Test Results - stereo.de

The Fostex TH900 premium closed-back headphonesGo are lauded by STEREO for their exceptional 94% sound quality, high-efficiency drivers, and exquisite Bordeaux Urushi lacquer finish. They deliver a highly dynamic, powerful, and fast low-end performance with an impressively wide, airy soundstage rarely found in closed-back designs. YouTube· However, the review notes a significantly...Read more

connect.de

13/07/2012

Fostex TH-900 Review - connect", "Fostex TH-900 on Test - connect

The Fostex TH-900 review by Alexandros Mitropoulos highlights an exceptionally crafted, luxury pair of headphones priced at around €1,700. Manufactured with extreme attention to detail in Japan, the earcups are constructed from premium Japanese cherry birch, meticulously hand-decorated with silver foil, and finished using traditional "Urushi" lacquer. The premium design features...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

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Fostex TH-900 review at kopfhoerer.de

The Fostex TH-900 is a handcrafted, high-end reference headphone featuring Japanese cherry birch ear cups finished with Urushi lacquer and a platinum foil logo. While advertised as a closed-back model, its weak external noise isolation actually makes it perform closer to a semi-open design. In terms of performance, the headphones deliver an exceptionally detailed soundstage with...Read more

musiker-board.de

08/01/2019

[Review] TH-900 MK2 (SB) - Special Edition - Headphones

The Fostex TH-900 MK2 Sapphire Blue (SB) is a limited-edition closed-back headphone featuring a unique "Anniversary" sound tuning, a 1.5 Tesla neodymium magnet drive, and handcrafted Japanese cherry birch earcups finished with traditional Urushi lacquer. The reviewer praises its exceptional visual aesthetics, noting that the platinum foil logo and deep sapphire blue finish look...Read more

musiker-board.de

17/11/2018

[Review] TH-900 MK2 Headphones

The Fostex TH-900 MK2 is a premium, high-end reference headphone praised for its exceptional build quality, luxurious presentation, and remarkable auditory experience. Weighing 390 grams, it features a comfortable, loose fit suitable for long listening sessions, though it is not snug enough for sudden head movements. The reviewer notes that the soundstage is incredibly spatial and...Read more

on-mag.fr

27/02/2019

Fostex TH900mk2 Hi-Fi Headphones Review: Japanese Luxury Craftsmanship Meets Pinnacle Acoustic Expertise

The Fostex TH900mk2 is a high-end closed-back headphone made with traditional Japanese craftsmanship and a very strong build. It costs €1,450 and features 50mm Biodyna drivers powered by strong 1.5 Tesla magnets. Its luxury design includes Japanese birch earcups coated in beautiful Urushi lacquer and a platinum-plated logo. The biggest upgrade from the first version is a new...Read more

threshold-lovers.com

20/07/2013

Fostex TH 900 – For Bass Lovers", "Fostex TH 900 – Threshold Lovers

The Fostex TH900 is a premium, wired, closed-back Hi-Fi headphone characterized by its low 25-ohm impedance, 400-gram weight, and highly efficient 100 dB/V sensitivity. The reviewer describes its sound quality as "magical," absolute in its neutrality, and exceptionally fast. Its standout sonic feature is an outstanding, deep, and dry bass performance that outclasses the Audeze LCD2...Read more

audioreview.it

01/01/2017

AudioReview No. 394 Test Index: Fostex TH-900 Taxivision +7

The provided interactive table from AudioReview and AudioGallery functions as a comprehensive database indexing over 40 years of audio and video equipment tests published in their magazines from 1983 to 2024. It catalogs a massive variety of technology types—ranging from vintage amplifiers, turntables, and cassette tapes to modern 4K HDR media players, true wireless earbuds, and...Read more

remusic.it

17/02/2020

Fostex TH900mk2 Headphones - ReMusic audio webzine

The Fostex TH900mk2 is a luxurious, hand-crafted pair of closed-back headphones featuring premium materials like Japanese cherry wood earcups finished in traditional bordeaux Urushi lacquer, platinum foil branding, and a lightweight eggshell-membrane protein leather headband and pads. Equipped with powerful 1.5 tesla neodymium magnetic drivers and 50mm proprietary Biodyna...Read more

digitalvideoht.it

25/01/2018

Fostex TH-900 - Digital Video Home Theater

The Digital Video HT review highlights the Fostex TH-900Go to product viewer dialog for this item. as a premier, closed-back headphone featuring elegant Japanese cherry birch earcups and a 50mm "BioDyna" diaphragm that delivers exceptional dynamic range and resolution. The device is praised for its extraordinary acoustic precision, offering deep, controlled sub-bass alongside clear,...Read more

alpha-audio.net

16/08/2017

Fostex TH900 MK2 Headphones Review

The Fostex TH900 MK2 is a high-end flagship headphone from the prominent Japanese audio manufacturer that retails for €1,290. It is highly praised for its exceptional build quality, showcasing an exclusive aesthetic with stunningly finished Urushi lacquer earcups. Additionally, the review highlights its excellent wearing comfort and its ability to deliver a wide, expansive...Read more

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