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HIFIMAN HE1000 Stealth Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones with wooden ear cups and perforated leather headband on white background

HIFIMAN HE1000 Stealth Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones

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This is the 2024 Edition with Stealth Magnets
HIFIMAN brings its Stealth Magnet technology to the award-winning HE1000 lineup.

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Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet

Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generation interference. HIFIMAN’s advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range.

Nanometer Thickness Diaphram

In the HE1000, the film HIFIMAN uses is so thin, it is a diaphragm in nanometer thickness which is a breakthrough core technology developed by HIFIMAN and first of its kind in headphone application. Working with this advanced material is extremely challenging yet the successful incorporation of this film as the HE1000’s planar driver is the cornerstone of its remarkable sound.

Advanced Asymmetrical Magnetic Circuit

7 years of painstaking research with this groundbreaking design offers near perfect reproduction of live music.

Features

• Patented ‘Window Shade’ System

• High-Quality Craftmanship

• Ergonomic and Comfortable Headband Design

• Asymmetrical Earcups

• Sturdy 3.5mm User-replaceable Connector Design


Specifications

Type:
Open-Back

Fit:
Over-Ear

Weight:
458g

Frequency Response:
8Hz - 65kHz

Impedance:
32 ohm

Sensitivity:
93dB

The HIFIMAN HE1000 Stealth Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones by HIFIMAN, with a metal and wood frame and perforated leather headband, rest on a wooden surface next to a glass bottle and book.

Close-up of HIFIMAN HE1000 Stealth Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones with metallic silver grilles resting on wood beside a dark book; the headband and ear pads, marked with model HE1000, are clearly visible.

Overall rating: 4.866667 / 5 from 15 reviews.

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Excellent headphones

"Excellent headphones"

Fahad A. (5/5)

Sound Bliss

"These headphones are a real treat, they are an amazing upgrade from any standard headphones or ear pods you'll love it!"

Julian N. (5/5)

Excellent headphone

"It fits perfectly with my Fiio M17 player. Condition is like new and shipment is very fast."

Qingyu L. (5/5)

Absolutely epic

"I don't claim to be an audiophile, but I definitely love BIFL purchases. This headset is incredibly comfortable, timelessly designed, and has impeccable sound."

Alden J. (5/5)

endgame!

"While they are a little on the brighter side overall they’re a fantastic set! Very happy with my purchase"

Christian N. (5/5)

Stunning

"I bought these as a complement to the Meze Empyreans I had given the HE1000’s different tonality, but, after listening to them for over a month now, I have decided to sell the Empyreans. The HE1000 Stealth edition are nothing short of superb. The seem infinitely resolute when powered properly and still manage to kick and tumble when called upon to do so. The build quality is nice although, from this single perspective, they don’t hold a candle to the Empyreans. They are, however, very comfortable and seem like they will last if taken care of. I cannot recommend the HE1000’s enough. HeadAmp also deserves a special shout-out for awesome their customer service and getting the headphones out to me within two days."

Alex T. (5/5)

Value Exceeds Price

"I really like the sound of these headphones. They have the HifiMan sound, but the treble is not etched or sibilant. There is also very good low bass. Not as euphonic as ZMF, but more detailed. While not hard to drive, I do have to go with the high-gain mode on my headphone amp. Also, exceedingly comfortable. The fit and finish is also well above Sundara for example. They look better in person than in the pictures. I will also comment that the included cables are much better than prior HifiMan cables. Good enough that I don’t feel the need to replace right away with after-market. These are the most resolving headphones that I have tried, but they are not fatiguing. With the price drop, these headphones provide incredible value."

Stephen S. (5/5)

Compared with HE1000se/Arya pre-stealth

"The Stealth (usually referred as v3, too) is a great choice among headphones at ~$1500 range, these have a wider sound stage compared with my Arya pre-stealth version, they also sound more 'technical' in almost all frequencies, more details in the highs, bass is tighter, mids has more density. I also have the HE1000se, and in comparison, these seems to have more quantity in the bass, other than that the sound stage is not as wide as the SE version, but the main difference is that the SE seems to be able to sound more 'detailed' at times, especially when I play them side by side (volume is also slightly different where the SE seems to be a bit more sensitive.) Overall I think it's personal preference that decides which one sounds best, for me, the SE version performs slightly better because I want my equipment to give me more details, I listen to Jazz/country most of the time, sometimes classical and pop."

Hedson (5/5)

Great fun headphones

"I bought these for work (in my home office, I'm a data engineer and I WFH) to slam hard and keep me energized and entertained while I perform tedious tasks, and to play at medium volume to block out the world and other thoughts while I'm coding or doing other tasks that require extreme concentration (I have ADHD). These are perfect for my use. They go low and hard, and are plenty bright (I'm a treble head) but not painfully so. The midrange is very clean, but I think slightly less present than it is with my Empyrean II's. They're more enjoyable to listen to than I expected, especially given their intended purpose. I drive them with a GS-X Mk2, *plenty* of power. The only downside (and why I gave them 4 stars rather than 5) is comfort. Maybe my other headphones (HD800 and the Empyrean II's) have spoiled me, but while the pads on these are large and comfortable enough most of the time, they do press a bit on my jawbones and it can get uncomfortable if I leave them on for long periods, like all afternoon - the only time I notice it. Maybe it's the size and shape of my head, I'm not sure. The pad surface is fine all day, but not as plush as my other headphones. I only really notice when switching. The included cables are decent, but I upgraded to a balanced set of Silver Dragon from Moon Audio."

Steven F. (4/5)

HE 1000 at a great price

"Bought an open door box HE1000 at great price, perfect condition."

Chuck S. (5/5)

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