Open-Back Fostex TH-X00 - Good Idea?

[SHAMuuu]

Unfortunately, I don't have TH-900. But for future reference, here are some details about the TH-X00 Ebony driver capsule (AFAIK, they are identical to TH-600):
Driver Lettering
Capsule Measurement
Diameter = 9.3mm


For the last week I've been struggling with the same question. I listened to my TH-X00 Ebony with and without the wood cups, and both have benefits and shortcoming. The sub-bass boost of the open-mod is indeed significant - a treat for any bass-head. To my ears, it sounds deep and rumbly, not muddy or loose. But is it possible to achieve the same bass extension by simply swapping the stock pads for some deep sheepskin ones? (Alpha Pads come to mind). Also, without the cups, loss of definition in the mids is noticeable. Female vocals and acoustic guitars sound muffles and less detailed. A bit of the sparkle in the upper-mids is lost as well. Sadly, I have to say no - open-back Fostex TH-X00 are not a good idea. For a better performing bass-cannon, may I suggest T50RP MK3 with Alpha Pads and HD600 inner discs?

THANK YOU so much /GOD BLESS sir!!!

Much appreciated as I have been trying to find that out.

The options on modding these Denon/Fostex/E-MU are so vast, its absolutely fantastic; and the fact the massdrop versions are produced in boatloads will ensure these won't be hard to find and the face capsules can be purchases as a separate part!

 

[BeowulfTheFoldin]

sounds like you gios are figuring out why 909s are so interesting in an offhand way lol