Final Audio DX6000 Review

When Final Audio released the D8000 DC last year, it became one of my favorites. Final Audio has now launched the DX6000, which aims to be a relatively inexpensive option for their current audiophile lineup. The DX6000 breaks tradition by opting for a dynamic driver over planar magnetic tech, paving the way for a unique listening experience. Let’s find out whether this premium headphone is the right fit for your listening preferences and gear.

What You Get

• Hard case
• 3m OFC Cable with XLR 4-pin Connection

Look & Feel

Final Audio’s D-series open-back headphones have similar constructions that the DX6000 is on par with. The biggest difference this time around is the more prominent grilles that surround the ear cups in a ring. You can expect a quality build here with a precision-machined aluminum-magnesium alloy housing. It’s also an incredibly lightweight build that has a ton of padding, so the headphones don’t have too much of a mechanical look to them. These are Final Audio’s Washi pads, which use a special foam fabric that contributes to their comfort as well as their sound. This makes the headphones incredibly comfortable to wear for long periods, as the cups offer a ton of breathable space while they pinch tightly enough to feel comfortably firm.

Design

The DX6000 is an open-back headphone that uses a magnesium alloy dynamic driver. Final’s D-series headphones are usually planar, so the move to dynamic for the DX6000 comes with its benefits. This is a newly designed unit that employs high rigidity, thanks to its high internal-damping magnesium alloy diaphragm that reduces resonance. It also introduces a transient-enhancing voice coil that is its own dedicated component. This configuration ends up supplying the DX6000 with its highest impedance at 479 Ohms, so you’ll need a good amp with a lot of power to drive it. I was able to get sufficient volume out of the DX6000, pairing it with the iFi Valkyrie.

Soundstage

Everything about the DX6000’s soundstage is on par with the standards set by Final Audio’s flagship model. It’s extremely wide and open, showcasing a level of spatial imaging that engulfs your head in a dome of sound. There’s a real height and scale to the sound, with tall instruments and vocals that hover just above your head. Each sound is placed in the mix with a floaty presentation, but features great separation and identity between the left and right channels. The precision of the instruments doesn’t appear as meticulous and concrete as other headphones might, but the DX6000 still delivers an incredibly immersive stereo field that is easy to get lost in. This made it a great headphone to use with ambient and pop tracks that have a dreamy tone, while classical and jazz tracks might not sound as elegant.

Low End

The DX6000 has a very subtle low-end thump that is warm but balanced. It displays an articulate shape to notes and deep tones, but lacks a bit of energy. There are times when the DX6000 articulately resolves with smooth detail, but it’s a very slow response. It’s like the sub-bass will blossom up to a certain edge and never go past that threshold. This leaves the bass lacking some consistent impact. However, the tone isn’t dull, as the lows have a clarity to them that is always a factor in the sound signature. The frequency response has depth and definition, but it feels like the DX6000 should be able to punch harder than it does.

Mids

While these are not the most transparent mids, instruments and vocals still have a good drive to them. They have a neutral timbre that’s given plenty of room to exhibit a full response that does justice to revealing the properties of each performance. Notes have a hard edge, highlighting plucks and stabs that resonate throughout the mix. Horns have great power, but also appear a bit narrow. Vocals are the same way, but with more of a veil covering their true resolution. This results in the mids not being the most organized frequency range, but it’s still able to provide intimate performances and satisfying textures.

Highs

The highs can be quite blaring at times, but they never resemble anything harsh. There’s a bite and ring to the highs, but the frequencies are put under control. It’s a tight response that features height and detail throughout. You don’t get a ton of shimmer or sparkle from the frequencies, but there’s still enough clarity there for the treble to show its presence.

Summary

The Final Audio DX6000 is a headphone that stands out for its immaculate build, top-tier comfort, and immersive open-back soundstage. While it demands a powerful headphone amp due to its 479-ohm impedance, it rewards you with a sonic presentation that feels airy, textured, and delightfully engaging, especially for ambient, pop, and cinematic genres. Its warm yet slightly restrained bass, spacious mids, and carefully tuned treble make it a unique addition to Final Audio’s lineup, appealing to audiophiles looking for something distinct from the typical planar crowd. If you’re an enthusiast who values high-end craftsmanship and immersive stereo imaging, the DX6000 is a compelling investment in refined listening.

The Final Audio DX6000 is available at Audio46.