Fostex TH616

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Fostex TH616

Fostex

TH616

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 587779
Brand: Fostex
Model: TH616
Price: $988.90

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The TH616s are a real departure from the usual suspects. The wood housing genuinely colors the sound in a pleasing way, and the drivers are incredibly resolving, offering a wide and detailed soundstage. These are fantastic for critical listening at home, especially if you appreciate a more natural and engaging presentation – perfect for audiophiles and music producers.

Product Description

  • Fostex TH616
  • Headphones
  • 50 mm Neodymium driver with BIODYNA cone
  • Design: over-ear
  • Style: open
  • Dynamic
  • Frequency range: 5 - 45
  • 000 Hz
  • Impedance: 25 Ohm
  • Sensitivity: 96 dB (@1kHz
  • 1mW)
  • Ear pads made of low-resilience urethane padding (artificial leather)
  • Black walnut wood housing
  • Detachable cable with two-sided cable routing
  • Hi-FC copper cable
  • Cable length: 3 m
  • Connection: 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Weight (without cable): 370 g
  • Colour: Wood / Black
  • Including leather bag and manual
PROS
  • • Black walnut housing adds sonic warmth and premium aesthetic.
  • • BIODYNA cone delivers exceptional detail and transient response.
  • • Low impedance makes them drivable from a variety of sources.
  • • Detachable Hi-FC copper cable minimizes noise and allows easy replacement.
CONS
  • • Open design isn't suitable for noisy environments or critical listening.
  • • Weight can become fatiguing during extended listening sessions.
  • • Price places them in a premium-priced headphone category.

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Key Features

Type Open Dynamic
Driver Size 50 mm
Impedance 25 Ohm
Frequency Range 5 - 45,000 Hz
Sensitivity 96 dB (@1kHz, 1mW)
Cable Hi-FC Copper, 3 m
Weight 370 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The black walnut adds a subtle warmth and richness to the overall sound signature, softening harshness and providing a more organic feel.
While the build quality is superb, the weight can be noticeable; ear pads and a proper headphone stand are recommended for extended use.
They offer a unique combination of driver technology and wood housing, providing a distinct sonic character that sets them apart from more clinical or analytical competitors.

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