Fostex TH-5 Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
Full size
Connectivity
Wired
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity
96 dB/mW
Impedance
44 Ohm

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Fostex TH-5 Full Specifications and Details

design and dimensions sound quality cable connections

DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Fostex TH-5
Product Type Headphones - wired
Weight 250 g Worse than 72 % of headphones rated.

The Fostex TH-5 are wired headphones. In the case of studio and professional DJ headphones, a wired connection is a standard and a necessity. In this case, connecting via cable reduces audio transmission delays and prevents unwanted battery drain as it would be in case of wireless headphones. The same is de facto true for gaming headsets. In case of headphones for normal music listening, the cable is rather a relic, although it still has its fans. However, the wireless option is much more popular for everyday use in today’s world.

These headphones are designed to fit around the ears. Thanks to the design, they can isolate better from external noise than, for example, over-ear headphones. This allows for better listening quality without interference. However, this design tends to make headphones heavier and less practical for frequent carrying The weight of the headphones is 250 g.

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SOUND QUALITY Fostex TH-5
Headphones Form Factor Full size
Connectivity Technology Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz Better than 64 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity 96 dB/mW Worse than 82 % of headphones rated.
Impedance 44 Ohm

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. For many users the frequency range is a key feature of headphones. The wider the range, the more detail and nuance you will hear while listening. However, every individual perceives frequencies differently, so the frequency range of headphones varies according to individual needs. The average person perceives frequencies in the range of 16 to 20,000 Hz, so headphones with a frequency range of 20 to 20,000 Hz are most commonly available. If you are looking for headphones with a good bass performance, you should aim for lower range values (bass represents frequencies up to about 256 Hz), while high range values (frequencies roughly above 2,048 Hz) will be better for reproducing high tones. The frequency range of headphones Fostex TH-5 is 20 - 20000 Hz. The headphone's sensitivity determines how effectively they can receive a signal from a source. The higher the sensitivity of the headphones, the louder they can play at lower power consumption. However, at high volumes, power consumption increases, which can be a problem when listening to music from a cell phone. A sensitivity value of around 85 dB is suitable for quiet environments, while a value of around 90 dB allows for quality listening even in noisy environments. Headphones with a sensitivity value of 100 dB and above are suitable for extremely noisy environments such as concerts. Headphones Fostex TH-5 are designed with sensitivity about 96 dB/mW.

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 44 Ohm value.

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CABLE Fostex TH-5
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.2 m
Headphones extension cable - 1.5 m
CONNECTIONS Fostex TH-5
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
Headphones (phone stereo 6.3 mm)

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