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  • Avg. price: ~£250
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: ?
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Philips Fidelio L2 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

3.9

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

3.9

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
3.9

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

4.0

Sound

20.0%

1.9

Features

10.0%

6.9

Design

8.0%

2.1

Connectivity

6.0%

5.7

Battery

4.0%

4.5

Calls & Controls

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 2.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 1.2
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    4.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 3.0
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 3.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    4.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Philips Fidelio L2 is a high-fidelity over-ear headphone featuring a semi-open back architecture designed to balance an airy soundstage with controlled noise isolation. It is equipped with 40mm neodymium drivers tilted to the ear's natural angle, offering a wide frequency response of 6Hz to 40,000Hz, a low 16-ohm impedance for easy driving from mobile sources, and a sensitivity of 105dB. Key pros include its premium build quality with aluminium ear shells and leather-covered memory foam pads, along with a balanced sound profile characterized by tight bass and transparent mid-range. However, notable cons include non-replaceable ear pads, an inline remote that lacks volume control, and inherent sound leakage typical of semi-open designs.

Technical Specifications of Philips Fidelio L2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

?

Sound

20.0%

?

Features

10.0%

?

Design

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

?

Battery

4.0%

?

Calls & Controls

3.9
Philips Fidelio L2 has a technical score of 3.86 points, which is lower than that of 88.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Philips Fidelio L2 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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.

Score components:

60.0%

3.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

5.5
Philips Fidelio L2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.5 points, which is lower than 92.2% of products in this category.
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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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

40 mm
Philips Fidelio L2 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
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

1
Philips Fidelio L2 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

6 Hz
Philips Fidelio L2 reaches a lowest frequency of 6 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 84.5% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
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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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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

yes
Philips Fidelio L2 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

1
Philips Fidelio L2 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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

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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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
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

no
Philips Fidelio L2 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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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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

Philips
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

260 g
Philips Fidelio L2 weighs 260 g, heavier than 65.5% of headphones and equal to 2.3% of headphones.
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

semi-open
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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Philips Fidelio L2 vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Philips Fidelio L2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips Fidelio L2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 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

    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.6 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 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

    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • In-line controls
    Philips Fidelio L2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips Fidelio L2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % 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%

    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Foldable design
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips Fidelio L2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 10 mm more spacious earcup width
    Philips Fidelio L2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (53 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

    Philips Fidelio L2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (53 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.53 mm vs 43 mm
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Foldable design
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 10 mm more spacious earcup width
    Philips Fidelio L2 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (53 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Philips Fidelio L2 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • 3 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Philips Fidelio L2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (105 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • Play while charging
    Philips Fidelio L2 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • In-line controls
    Philips Fidelio L2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.

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Design
Sound
Battery
Calls & Controls
  • 19.3% higher weight
    Philips Fidelio L2 is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 7 mm tighter earcup height
    Philips Fidelio L2 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Philips Fidelio L2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Philips Fidelio L2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Philips Fidelio L2 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 4 years older release date
    Philips Fidelio L2 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    September 2013
  • No passive noise reduction
    Philips Fidelio L2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Philips Fidelio L2 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Philips Fidelio L2 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

    Philips Fidelio L2 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 19.3% higher weight
    Philips Fidelio L2 is heavier than the average headphone (260 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

    Philips Fidelio L2 is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.260 g vs 218 g
  • 7 mm tighter earcup height
    Philips Fidelio L2 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Philips Fidelio L2 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (53 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.53 mm vs 60 mm
  • 23.3% worse value for money
    Philips Fidelio L2 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.46 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.
    Philips Fidelio L2 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.46 vs 6.736).5.46 vs 6.74
  • 4.65x less popular
    Philips Fidelio L2 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Philips Fidelio L2 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Philips Fidelio L2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Philips Fidelio L2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 2.78x more expensive
    Philips Fidelio L2 is more expensive than the average headphone (£250 vs £90).
    Philips Fidelio L2 is more expensive than the average headphone (£250 vs £90).£250 vs £90
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips Fidelio L2?

  • Exceptional sound clarity and detail across the frequency spectrum
  • Premium build quality featuring aluminum, real leather, and detailed stitching
  • Highly comfortable for long listening sessions with soft memory foam ear pads
  • Excellent value for money, often outperforming more expensive competitors
  • Easy to drive directly from mobile phones or portable devices without a dedicated amp
  • Semi-open design provides a spacious soundstage while maintaining decent isolation
  • Tangle-resistant, removable cable with an inline microphone and universal remote

What customers dislike about Philips Fidelio L2?

  • Ear pads are non-removable and non-replaceable, which limits long-term durability
  • Semi-open back design still leaks some sound, making them less ideal for quiet public environments
  • Inline remote lacks dedicated volume controls
  • The thin headband can cause a 'hotspot' or pressure point on the top of the head over time
  • Included carrying pouch is basic cloth rather than a protective hard case
  • Ears can become warm or 'steamy' during use in hot weather

Expert reviews

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head-fi.org
13/03/2014
Philips Fidelio L2 - Reviews - Head-Fi

The Philips Fidelio L2 is characterized in Head-Fi reviews as a premium, lightweight, and durable over-ear headphone featuring robust aluminum and leather construction, paired with a highly functional, universal inline microphone. While praised for comfort, the review notes drawbacks, specifically that the thick leather earpads are non-removable and the included audio cable is quite...Read more

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head-fi.org
25/07/2014
Philips Fidelio L2 - review and comparison with (a lot of) other headphones

The Philips Fidelio L2, as discussed on Head-Fi, is praised for its detailed, clean sound signature featuring an organic midrange and extended, non-fatiguing treble. Notable pros include high-quality aluminum and leather construction, along with a low-impedance design that makes the headphones easy to drive directly from mobile devices. Conversely, the semi-open design causes...Read more

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technofaq.org
26/04/2015
Review: Philips Fidelio L2 | Techno FAQ

The Philips Fidelio L2 review on Techno FAQ presents the semi-open headphones as a "stunning" and premium offering that delivers exceptional audio performance with high synergy across multiple gear setups. Built using premium materials like an aluminum headband wrapped in brown leather with distinct red stitching, the headphones feature 40mm speaker drivers, an impedance of 16 Ohms,...Read more

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cnet.com
22/04/2015
Philips Fidelio L2 (Black) review: A hidden gem of a headphone

The Philips Fidelio L2 is a well-built and comfortable semi-open headphone designed for both home and mobile use. It features an aluminum headband and memory foam ear cushions covered in leather. The headphone delivers impressive sound quality with excellent clarity, tight and precise bass, and an open, spacious soundstage. It includes a cloth-covered cable with a one-button inline...Read more

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headfonia.com
11/02/2013
The Phenomenal Philips Fidelio L2 Review

The Headfonia review characterizes the Philips Fidelio L2 as a significant, comfortable upgrade over its predecessor, boasting a modern aesthetic with a smooth, full-bodied midrange, potent bass, and high sensitivity. While pros include high-end sound performance, potential cons for some users are the bright treble and the semi-open design causing sound leakage. The companion...Read more

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head-fi.org
25/07/2014
Philips Fidelio L2 - review and comparison with (a lot of) other headphones Would you like me to look for technical specifications or frequency respon...

The Philips Fidelio L2Go is characterized as a highly detailed, transparent, and revealing semi-open headphone that offers exceptional audio clarity, particularly distinguishing between compressed and high-resolution files. Its sound signature is described as precise, with crisp highs and tight, controlled bass, complemented by a premium, lightweight design featuring aluminum and...Read more

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diisign.com
17/02/2014
Philips Fidelio L2: better than the L1?

The Philips Fidelio L2 is a sleek, neo-retro headphone that improves upon its predecessor, the L1, with a more refined design and a punchier, though less natural, sound profile. On the positive side, it features excellent sound quality with a wide soundstage, and an improved design where the headphone jack plugs directly into the left ear cup rather than hanging from a cable. The...Read more

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clubic.com
07/01/2014
Philips Fidelio L2: Excellence, Made Better

The Philips Fidelio L2 is an open-back, over-ear headphone that refines its predecessor (the L1) with a more compact, modern, and lightweight design tailored for premium mobile use. Weighing 18 grams less than the L1, it features streamlined tubular earcups, a memory-foam padded headband wrapped in stitched leather, and a detachable cable that connects directly to the left ear cup...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
16/11/2013
Philips Fidelio L2 Review: The Return of the Master

The Les Numériques review awards the Philips Fidelio L2Go a perfect 5 out of 5 stars, celebrating it as an exceptional portable audiophile option. The reviewer heavily praises its excellent, robust construction, featuring an abundant mix of premium aluminum and leather that shifts towards a sleeker, more modern aesthetic compared to its predecessor. Sonically, it delivers a highly...Read more

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auriculares-hifi.com
27/03/2014
Fidelio L2 Impressions - Hi-Fi Headphones

This review of the Philips Fidelio L2 headphones highlights a product that, while visually appealing with high-quality metal and faux-leather construction, struggles to define its target audience due to its semi-open design. On the positive side, the headphones feature solid build quality, premium material finishes, Android compatibility, and a detailed, neutral sound profile that...Read more

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techdifferent.it
24/10/2014
Philips Fidelio L2 headphones review

The Philips Fidelio L2 review on Techdifferent.it highlights these headphones as a truly excellent, top-tier audio option featuring high-definition sound quality. The reviewer praises the design and engineering, specifically noting the sturdy yet lightweight build, the 40mm neodymium drivers, and the semi-open acoustic architecture. Key strengths (pros) emphasize the supreme comfort...Read more

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fwdmagazine.be
05/02/2014
Review: Philips Fidelio L2 - FWD Magazine

The Philips Fidelio L2 is a half-open headphone that offers premium build quality and high performance for its price point. It features a lightweight design weighing 260 grams, comfortable leather ear pads, and a stylish black headband with distinctive orange stitching. The audio profile delivers a well-balanced, slightly warm-neutral sound with deep bass and high detail, making it...Read more

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