# Closed Back Vs. Open Back Headphones: What's The Difference?

> You might have noticed, over the last several years, headphones called "open back." What does that mean, and how does it compare to "closed back" headphones?

- **Source:** [SlashGear](https://www.slashgear.com/1557464/headphones-closed-back-open-back-whats-the-difference/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6787fc25e843c36d657f0f99)
- **Published:** 2025-01-15
- **Category:** Audio & Video
- **Tags:** #headphones #closed #open #difference #does #called #compare #last
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