Hifiman HE1000se - Open-Box

The nanometer-thin diaphragms reveal so much detail in my classical recordings that I'm hearing new layers in pieces I've listened to for years. The open-back design creates a wonderfully airy soundstage that makes everything feel live and spacious.

The open-box price made this an easy decision, and even after hours of listening the headband distributes weight so well I forget they're on. Imaging is precise enough to pick out individual instruments in a busy mix, which is exactly what I needed for critical listening.

The new diaphragm really makes a difference in how clean and detailed the mids sound, even at lower volumes. For the price I paid on this open-box deal, the separation between instruments is remarkable.