Meaning of open-back | Babel Free

Definitions

Of headphones: only partially covering the ear, so that there is airflow to the wearer's ears.

Examples

“For listening in quiet, isolated environments like⟳ your home, "open-back" earphones, usually over- or on-ear, are your best bet⟳.”

“If you ask⟳ any audiophile what headphone type⟳ they prefer⟳ to use⟳ for an extended listening session, I can almost guarantee⟳ they will say⟳ that open-back headphones are the better choice. Open-back headphones enable air to circulate around the ears and allow⟳ heat and sound⟳ to escape⟳ so that music sounds so much better, even for extended listening sessions. Open-back headphones just feel⟳ more natural and comfortable.”

“Sometimes, they provide⟳ warmer, more life-like sound⟳ quality, and the open-back design⟳ could be a safer way to play⟳ VR for you.”

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