Philips Fidelio M1

93 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (14)
Design (8)
Build quality (8)
Comfort (6)
Noise isolation (4)

Negative
Value for money (6)
Bass quality (3)
Treble quality (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 93 reviews from magazines and websites. People really like the noise isolation and comfort. The build quality and design are also appreciated, but some have doubts about the treble quality and bass quality.

sound, design, build quality, comfort, noise isolation

value for money, bass quality, treble quality

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Philips Fidelio M1 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 97/100 = Excellent quality.

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Expert review by: David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Philips Fidelio M1 (Black/Orange)

Last year we reviewed the Philips Fidelio L1 headphones, a $299 full-size model that our reviewer Steve Guttenberg described as beautifully built and a true audiophile headphone that sounds sweet with portable audio devices and home hi-fi systems.

The Philips Fidelio M1s offer clear, natural sound and a very comfortable fit for on-ear headphones. They also fold flat, have an attractive design, and have an inline one-button remote/microphone for making cell phone calls. A protective carrying...

Sound comes across a little recessed.

While they fall short of delivering truly excellent sound, the well-designed Philips Fidelio M1 on-ear headphones are comfortable to wear and well-suited for day-to-day use.

May, 2013

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Expert review by: (buy-headphones.org)

Philips Fidelio opinion M1 Helmet

div Philips has a new set of headphones, and they want you to take them seriously. The Philips Fidelio L1 and M1 are upscale beauty of finely crafted metal and leather protein manufactured, while millions of hours have been honing their sound. Ok, this...

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Consumer review by: dalethorn (headphonereviews.org)

Philips Fidelio M1 Headphone Reviews

The Philips M1 has the most treble rolloff of any headphone I've owned. Compared to the Shure 1840 which isn't bright, the M1 is down about 12 db at 7 khz and 16 db at 10 khz. The construction or build is comparable to an average $100 headphone, and...

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Christopher Phin (techradar.com)

Philips Fidelio M1 review

These headphones have a refined, stylish appeal to them - but does the price tag buy you perfection?

Great looks ; Great feel ; Good sound ; In-line clicker

Bass a little unruly ; No fold-down ; Just a basic pouch

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by: Ian Morris (pocket-lint.com)

Philips Fidelio M1 review

We recently reviewed the Philips Fidelio L1s, and we did like them quite a bit. So these new M1s were greeted with some excitement when they landed on our doorstep. They're about £50 less expensive than the L1s, but still retain that interesting design...

Comfortable, stylish, great sound

Nothing is user-replaceable, down-cable from earphones is silly, quite expensive

The M1s sound great, so what else is there really to care about? They look good too, and they're comfortable. We're a bit worried about how long they will last though, as almost nothing can be replaced by owners, but that's a minor concern

Aug, 2012

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Expert review by: Libby Plummer (t3.com)

Philips Fidelio M1 review: Hands-on

he Philips Fidelio M1 headphones add to the brand\'s expanding arsenal of premium Fidelio audio products, following on from the L1. We went hands-on... The Phililps Fidelio M1 is the second pair of headphones from the Dutch manufacturer\'s 2012 range,...

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Expert review by: (expertreviews.co.uk)

Philips Fidelio M1 review

The mid-range Fidelio M1 has been designed with commuters in mind. By balancing great sound quality with effective sound isolation, they should keep your music loud but other travellers happy.

Great sound and styling

Feb, 2013

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Expert review by: Andrew Hoyle (cnet.co.uk)

Philips Fidelio M1 review

The Philips Fidelio M1s combine great build quality with an excellent sound that is likely to appeal to fans of rock and electronic music. They might be a little pricey but they're a good option if you're looking to upgrade from your existing on-ear...

Very sturdy build quality ; Great sound ; Attractive industrial style

Pretty pricey

The Philips Fidelio M1s offer a very sturdy construction that's likely to appeal if you appreciate stark industrial designs. They provide a strong level of bass without sounding unnatural and bring enough mid and high-end to the table to satisfy all...

Sep, 2012

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Expert review by: Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

Philips Fidelio M1

At £180, the Philips Fidelio M1 are in a similar price bracket to the Monster Beats Solo HD and Sennheiser HD 25-1 II. We'd recommend them over the Beats in a heartbeat - we prefer the sound, the style, the lot. However, Sennheiser's model offers a...

Look good Feel good Strong sound isolation

Treble doesn’t sparkle Bass can be unruly

The Philips Fidelio M1 are some of the most attractive, sturdiest, and comfortable on-ear headphones money can buy. Noise isolation is surprisingly good too, making them prime candidates for the commuting classes. However, the sound quality isn't quite...

May, 2012

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Expert review by: (whathifi.com)

Philips Fidelio M1

Best portable on-ears £100-£200, Awards 2012. Never tiring, always pleasant, maybe a little restrained

Smooth, even tonal balance ; weighty bass ; comfy to wear ; lovely design

Bass could be a little more detailed ; slightly restrained presentation

Philips Fidelio M1: Sound quality It’s a rounded, somewhat refined presentation. Vocals are given room to breathe, while high-frequency sounds are natural and don’t harden up when you crank the volume.