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Hifiman HE1000se Headphones

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$1155.32 $1699 In stock

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Hifiman HE1000se Planar Magnetic Open-Back Headphones

Building upon the success of the HE1000, the HIFIMAN HE1000se Planar Magnetic Open-Back Headphones feature nanometer-thin diaphragms, acoustically invisible stealth magnets, thick asymmetrical earpads, and two sets of high-quality cables to achieve reference-quality sound for audiophiles and audio enthusiasts at home, in the studio, or with portable devices.

Hifiman HE1000se Planar Magnetic Headphones

With the planar magnetic drivers, the headphones offer a frequency response of 8 Hz to 65 kHz with an impedance of 35 Ohms. The comfortable headband is designed to accommodate a wide range of head sizes, while the asymmetrical ear cups follow the natural shape of the human ear for a proper seal that's comfortable for long listening sessions. The outer enclosure is CNC milled and hand-polished for a striking appearance. The headphones ship with a standard 3.5mm cable and an updated 4.4mm balanced cable, as well as a 3.5mm to 1/4" adapter.

Highlights

  • Nanometer-thick diaphragm
  • Acoustically invisible stealth magnets
  • Reduced distortion and harmonious sound
  • Frequency Response: 8 Hz to 65 kHz
  • Window Shade system protects the driver and is optimized for the open-back design
  • Asymmetrical earcups follow natural shape of the human ear
  • Sturdy connector design
  • CNC milled and hand polished
  • Includes 3.5mm cable, 4.4mm balanced cable, and a 3.5mm to 1/4" adapter

The HEADPHONE Community Reviews

Check out this written review of the Hifiman HE1000se by Andrew Park (@Resolve Reviews)

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What's In The Box?

  • HIFIMAN HE1000se Planar Magnetic Open-Back Headphones
  • Headphone Cable with 3.5mm Mini-Jack Plug
  • Headphone Cable with Balanced 4.4mm Plug
  • Limited 3-Year Warranty
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ryan U. ★★★★★

The soundstage on these is incredibly wide, and the bass feels more textured than anything I've used before. I can hear tiny details in my old recordings that I never noticed.

Avery L. ★★★★★

The sheer detail these open-back planars reveal is unreal—I’m hearing cymbal shimmer and breath sounds that were invisible on my old dynamic cans. The nanometer-thin diaphragm makes everything feel fast and weightless, even during long, dense orchestral passages. My only struggle is going back to cl

Hazel ★★★★★

The thin diaphragms really let me hear layers in my classical tracks that were always smeared before. It made my favorite string quartet sound like they were in the room.