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Nov 25, 2023 3:51 AM

HIFIMAN HE4XX Planar Magnetic Over-Ear Open-back Headphones (B-Stock)

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HIFIMAN Store has HIFIMAN HE4XX Planar Magnetic Over-Ear Open-back Headphones (B-Stock) on sale for $69. Shipping is free.

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About this Item:
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz–35 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 93 dB
  • Impedance: 35 ohms
  • Cable: 4.9 ft (1.5 m)
  • Plug: ⅛ in (3.5 mm)
  • Weight: 13.1 oz (370 g)

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  • Condition Notes:
    • The B-stock products are all tested in good working condition but may have slight cosmetic defects. Those products also come with accessories and HIFIMAN's standard warranty. If you are not satisfied with the product for any reason, you can return the item in 30 days

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HIFIMAN Store has HIFIMAN HE4XX Planar Magnetic Over-Ear Open-back Headphones (B-Stock) on sale for $69. Shipping is free.

Thanks to Staff Member the-press-box for sharing this deal.

About this Item:
  • Frequency response: 20 Hz–35 kHz
  • Sensitivity: 93 dB
  • Impedance: 35 ohms
  • Cable: 4.9 ft (1.5 m)
  • Plug: ⅛ in (3.5 mm)
  • Weight: 13.1 oz (370 g)

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Condition Notes:
    • The B-stock products are all tested in good working condition but may have slight cosmetic defects. Those products also come with accessories and HIFIMAN's standard warranty. If you are not satisfied with the product for any reason, you can return the item in 30 days

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exaltare
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Sound quality at this price point is 11/10. Headband durability is -1/10. I have no idea what the best option is for a headband repair or replacement, but you should plan to need it within a year.
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CoolSquirrel7595
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Although it does have a better sound stage, i'll say the sound quality is overall just a tad below the Sennheiser 6xx. But for $69, this is a fantastic price and a no brainer buy. Just keep in mind that the the build quality was terrible. My headband snapped and one of the ear cup fell off after 1.5 year of light usage and the replacement band cost $100...

PS: you will need a dac and amp to power these headphones.
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Nov 25, 2023 7:30 AM
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exaltareNov 25, 2023 7:30 AM
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Sound quality at this price point is 11/10. Headband durability is -1/10. I have no idea what the best option is for a headband repair or replacement, but you should plan to need it within a year.
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Nov 25, 2023 7:32 AM
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FlorencemachineNov 25, 2023 7:32 AM
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Quote from exaltare View quoted comment :
Sound quality at this price point is 11/10. Headband durability is -1/10. I have no idea what the best option is for a headband repair or replacement, but you should plan to need it within a year.
Have owned these for 4 years with no trouble, is headband quality a common issue that I dodged somehow?
Nov 25, 2023 7:33 AM
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Anthonyy232Nov 25, 2023 7:33 AM
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Quote from Florencemachine View quoted comment :
Have owned these for 4 years with no trouble, is headband quality a common issue that I dodged somehow?
Yes. Hifiman is known for great sound with poor QC and particularly poor headband/yoke durability

however at 69..
Last edited by Anthonyy232 November 24, 2023 at 11:45 PM.
Nov 25, 2023 7:43 AM
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paulhentaNov 25, 2023 7:43 AM
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For $69, it is difficult to complain - no headphones comes close at this price point
Nov 25, 2023 8:32 AM
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DaMexicaNov 25, 2023 8:32 AM
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Quote from exaltare View quoted comment :
Sound quality at this price point is 11/10. Headband durability is -1/10. I have no idea what the best option is for a headband repair or replacement, but you should plan to need it within a year.
Can you elaborate on the headband issue?
Does the headband break like separating the 2 ear cups, or does the fake leather just fall apart?
Thanks
Nov 25, 2023 8:45 AM
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pogslammerNov 25, 2023 8:45 AM
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$69 Planar Magnetic. Nice.
Nov 25, 2023 8:55 AM
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NickonSDNov 25, 2023 8:55 AM
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How do these compare to the MASSDROP X SENNHEISER HD 6XX HEADPHONES?

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Nov 25, 2023 9:02 AM
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CoolSquirrel7595Nov 25, 2023 9:02 AM
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Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank

Although it does have a better sound stage, i'll say the sound quality is overall just a tad below the Sennheiser 6xx. But for $69, this is a fantastic price and a no brainer buy. Just keep in mind that the the build quality was terrible. My headband snapped and one of the ear cup fell off after 1.5 year of light usage and the replacement band cost $100...

PS: you will need a dac and amp to power these headphones.
Last edited by CoolSquirrel7595 November 25, 2023 at 01:04 AM.
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Nov 25, 2023 9:06 AM
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WolverineNZNov 25, 2023 9:06 AM
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Picked one up as well. What kind of DAC/amp should we look at to run it, anyone?
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Nov 25, 2023 10:05 AM
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Nov 25, 2023 10:05 AM
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Impedance? Can these be driven with a typical headphone jack on a phone?
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Nov 25, 2023 10:14 AM
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EyeVtheBeastNov 25, 2023 10:14 AM
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Quote from SlickSmiles View quoted comment :
Impedance? Can these be driven with a typical headphone jack on a phone?
No this definitely needs an Amp to get the most out of it... yea you can get sound out of it, but you would be doing yourself a disservice. I owned one for 3 weeks before returning. Loved them but too heavy for my head. I was having fatigue too soon to justify its use. But that's just me, my head only likes light headphones.
Nov 25, 2023 11:52 AM
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radfarafNov 25, 2023 11:52 AM
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Quote from Florencemachine View quoted comment :
Have owned these for 4 years with no trouble, is headband quality a common issue that I dodged somehow?
Haven't had it happen to mine but the headband is well known to break -- I think where it attaches to the cups, but I could be recalling that detail wrong.
Nov 25, 2023 11:54 AM
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radfarafNov 25, 2023 11:54 AM
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These are really good but extremely uncomfortable for me. Like someone trying to squeeze my brains out. Anyone know if there is a fix for that issue? I have upgraded thicker and more squishy pads, but that doesn't solve the issue.
Nov 25, 2023 12:17 PM
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sup3rson1cNov 25, 2023 12:17 PM
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Quote from CoolSquirrel7595 View quoted comment :
Although it does have a better sound stage, i'll say the sound quality is overall just a tad below the Sennheiser 6xx. But for $69, this is a fantastic price and a no brainer buy. Just keep in mind that the the build quality was terrible. My headband snapped and one of the ear cup fell off after 1.5 year of light usage and the replacement band cost $100...

PS: you will need a dac and amp to power these headphones.
Not sure how it's a no brainer if you're paying $69 for ~1.5 years of use then pay another $100 for a headband.

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Nov 25, 2023 12:30 PM
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namlookNov 25, 2023 12:30 PM
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Quote from CoolSquirrel7595 View quoted comment :
Although it does have a better sound stage, i'll say the sound quality is overall just a tad below the Sennheiser 6xx. But for $69, this is a fantastic price and a no brainer buy. Just keep in mind that the the build quality was terrible. My headband snapped and one of the ear cup fell off after 1.5 year of light usage and the replacement band cost $100...
Buy two and save $30 when headband on first one breaks.
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