Fostex TH500RP Helmet,Black,Silver

The TH-500RP is the third addition to Fostex’s growing range of high-end audiophile headphones. The TH500RP uses the already renowned RP diaphragm, employed by Fostex for many years in sets like the T20RPMKII and also found in modified sets from the likes of Mad dog and Thunderpants. Fostex have developed their own audiophile RP set with thick ear pads, new headband and aluminium enclosures. The uniquely developed RP (Regular Phase) diaphragm offers a high resolution sound with rich mid range and solid lows and crystal clear highs. The design philosiphy follows that of the acclaimed TH900 headphones, with expert construction using aluminium and magnesium materials.

• Type: Open RP Dynamic
• Impedance: 48 ohm
• Sensitivity: 93dB/mW
• Maximum Input: 3,000mW
• Reproduction Frequency: 20Hz – 30kHz
• Weight: 380g (excluding HP cord)
• Cord: 3 m Y type
• Plug: 6.3mm dia gold coating stereo phone plug

The housing is made of high-strenth magnesium and aluminium.
The TH500RP uses protein leather. This highly comfortable ear pad material is made from Eggshell membrane which reduces the weight by approx 60%.
Equipped with a sepcially designed Fostex RP (Regular Phase) driver for excellent clarity in the mid and upper mid range, whilst very well balanced.