The MOONDROP Old Fashioned is a retro open-back on-ear headphone with a 40mm dynamic driver, rated 32Ω and 109dB/Vrms, on a detachable 0.78mm 2-pin cable; pick a 3.5mm, 4.4mm balanced or USB-C version, or a kit with both 3.5mm and 4.4mm cables. It suits portable listeners who want a cassette-era look with modern cable choices.
Who the MOONDROP Old Fashioned is for
Portable players and dongles: MOONDROP builds it as a portable on-ear, and its 32Ω, 109dB/Vrms rating suits the 3.5mm and 4.4mm outputs on players, phones and dongle DACs.
Phones without a headphone jack: The USB-C version adds a built-in DSP with 32-bit/384kHz decoding and an inline remote with a mic for play/pause and calls.
Cable swappers: The 0.78mm 2-pin sockets let you change cables, and the 3.5mm + 4.4mm kit includes both a single-ended and a balanced cable.
Retro style fans: MOONDROP modeled it on cassette-era open-back on-ears, with a telescopic headband, multi-axis swivel hinges and earcups that detach from the headband.
Skip it if: you need isolation; the open-back cups let sound in and out, so it is a poor fit for quiet offices, loud commutes or recording.
In the box: Old Fashioned, cable for the chosen option (both cables in the 3.5mm + 4.4mm kit), manual, certificate
Genuine MOONDROP stock. Free shipping on every order, 45-day returns.
MOONDROP Old Fashioned vs similar options
vs FiiO Snowsky Wind: A semi-open 40mm on-ear with a fixed 3.5mm cable, an inline mic remote and two pairs of foam pads; pick the Old Fashioned for its open-back cups, swappable 2-pin cable and 4.4mm or USB-C versions.
vs FiiO EH11: Goes wireless with Bluetooth 6.0, LDAC and up to 30h of battery around a 40mm driver; pick the Old Fashioned for a wired open-back design with a swappable 2-pin cable.
Detachable 0.78mm 2-pin cable; 3.5mm, 4.4mm or USB-C plug by option
What's in the box
Old Fashioned headphones
Cable for the chosen option (the 3.5mm + 4.4mm kit includes both cables)
Manual
Certificate
Good to know
Buying from TonePier
Is this unit genuine?
Yes. Every unit we sell is genuine and brand-new, shipped in its original packaging, and backed by our 1-year TonePier warranty and 45-day returns.
Where does my order ship from, and how long does it take?
Every order ships from our warehouse in China, with full tracking, and most orders ship within 3 business days. Shipping is free on every order; most US orders arrive within 7–15 business days and most orders to other countries within 7–20 business days — see our shipping policy for details.
What if it isn't for me?
You get 45 days to decide. Keep the packaging, keep it in like-new condition, and send it back for a refund. Ear tips unsealed for hygiene reasons are fine — we expect you to actually listen.
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