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frontpage Posted by f12_26 | Staff • Jun 20, 2024

HIFIMAN Edition XS Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones (Refurbished)

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HIFIMAN has Edition XS Over-Ear Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones w/ Stealth Magnets (Refurbished) on sale for $239. Shipping is free.

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About this item:
  • A Major Upgrade of the Popular Edition X: The new Edition XS expands on its predecessor's achievements with several essential upgrades. Featuring Stealth Magnet Technology and the company's NEO supernano Diaphragm, the Edition XS produces a wide, natural soundstage that puts the listener in the best seat in the house. Edition XS from HIFIMAN brings the depth and range of well-recorded music to an affordably priced headphone.
  • 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 generating 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.
  • HIFIMAN's NEO "supernano" Diaphragm (NsD): The new NsD is 75% thinner than previous designs, resulting in fast response and detailed imaging with lush, full range sonics.
  • The Headband: The light weight, ergonomically accurate offers maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure. The exterior is refined matte black material, and the interior features high-grade memory foam for the most comfortable fit and elasticity. The headphone's structural design supports overall durability that retains its comfortable fit for years of enjoyment.
  • The Cable: HIFIMAN's new 3.5mm sockets are similar to those found on most common audio devices. The supplied 3.5mm cable is user changeable and replaceable.

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
    • This price is $40 lower than a Frontpage deal from January.
  • About this product:
    • The refurbished products have been thoroughly inspected and are all tested in good working condition but may have parts replaced by the factory (as needed) and cosmetic defects.
    • All refurbished products also come with accessories and are securely packaged. If the original packaging is missing, we will ensure they are packaged in a brand-new brown box.
    • Every HIFIMAN Refurbished product includes HIFIMAN's standard warranty, the same as brand-new products.
  • About this store:

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Written by f12_26 | Staff
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HIFIMAN has Edition XS Over-Ear Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones w/ Stealth Magnets (Refurbished) on sale for $239. Shipping is free.

Thanks to staff member f12_26 for sharing this deal.

About this item:
  • A Major Upgrade of the Popular Edition X: The new Edition XS expands on its predecessor's achievements with several essential upgrades. Featuring Stealth Magnet Technology and the company's NEO supernano Diaphragm, the Edition XS produces a wide, natural soundstage that puts the listener in the best seat in the house. Edition XS from HIFIMAN brings the depth and range of well-recorded music to an affordably priced headphone.
  • 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 generating 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.
  • HIFIMAN's NEO "supernano" Diaphragm (NsD): The new NsD is 75% thinner than previous designs, resulting in fast response and detailed imaging with lush, full range sonics.
  • The Headband: The light weight, ergonomically accurate offers maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure. The exterior is refined matte black material, and the interior features high-grade memory foam for the most comfortable fit and elasticity. The headphone's structural design supports overall durability that retains its comfortable fit for years of enjoyment.
  • The Cable: HIFIMAN's new 3.5mm sockets are similar to those found on most common audio devices. The supplied 3.5mm cable is user changeable and replaceable.

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Please see original post for additional details & give the WIKI and additional forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
    • This price is $40 lower than a Frontpage deal from January.
  • About this product:
    • The refurbished products have been thoroughly inspected and are all tested in good working condition but may have parts replaced by the factory (as needed) and cosmetic defects.
    • All refurbished products also come with accessories and are securely packaged. If the original packaging is missing, we will ensure they are packaged in a brand-new brown box.
    • Every HIFIMAN Refurbished product includes HIFIMAN's standard warranty, the same as brand-new products.
  • About this store:

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Written by f12_26 | Staff

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mrthrify
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I have both. The XS blow the 6XX away.

In fairness, the 6XX has a different sound - darker, more intimate, but unfortunately the veil makes them also somewhat fuzzy.

The XS has a much wider soundstage and is much brighter (but with good bass) and crystal clear - no veil. The XS sounds much more 3D than the 6XX.

For what its worth, when I bought the XS from Hifiman awhile back I think they were also marked as refurbished but when I got them they seemed brand new. I also just bought a pair of Arya Oganics from them, again marked refurbished, and again they came seemingly brand new.
dcpoor
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tempting, it's been a few weeks since my last audio equipment purchase. lol :~
CrimsonMice656
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Been at this price for weeks. You can also add the Crystalline Copper Cable (TRS 3.5mm-to-3.5mm) To cart and it will show -100usd in checkout when alongside the xs

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tempting, it's been a few weeks since my last audio equipment purchase. lol :~
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icedomin8r
Jun 21, 2024
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Wow, I paid just shy of twice this price for a new pair in Nov '22. For this price these are a no brainier. These put to shame many headphones around twice the price when they were selling for $500.

Not too hard to drive these, but a decent amp will help. Don't think, just grab these and maybe a Shiit Magni and you won't regret it.
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Mr.P707
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I don't need this... I don't need this...

I bought it anyway, damnit!
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PurpleDirt5287
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Can a soundblaster g6 power this?
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CrimsonMice656
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Been at this price for weeks. You can also add the Crystalline Copper Cable (TRS 3.5mm-to-3.5mm) To cart and it will show -100usd in checkout when alongside the xs
Jun 21, 2024
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TealApple8201
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Paypal is the only payment way they accept?
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dankim1987
Jun 21, 2024
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How do people like these compared to the HD6XX? A worthy upgrade?

I enjoy my HD6XX's but I find them sometimes to have that "Sennheiser veil" that people mention all the time. They are properly driven with a dedicated amp. So I'm looking for a pair of cans that contrasts nicely to that sound signature.
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AlphaDag13
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How are these compared to the beyerdynamics dt770 pros?
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olegk
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Quote from dankim1987 :
How do people like these compared to the HD6XX? A worthy upgrade?

I enjoy my HD6XX's but I find them sometimes to have that "Sennheiser veil" that people mention all the time. They are properly driven with a dedicated amp. So I'm looking for a pair of cans that contrasts nicely to that sound signature.
HD6XX are dynamic.
Edition XS are planar.
They are not the same tier even.
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Taonn
Jun 21, 2024
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Pros: Superb soundstage and instrument separation.
Cobs: absolutely huge and heavy (almost 1lb, i think).

I'd say, AMP is a must to get to its full potential.

I'm running it with Topping L30 (amp) + E30 (dac), and not even considering another set of cans for the next 5-10 years.
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mrthrify
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Quote from dankim1987 :
How do people like these compared to the HD6XX? A worthy upgrade?

I enjoy my HD6XX's but I find them sometimes to have that "Sennheiser veil" that people mention all the time. They are properly driven with a dedicated amp. So I'm looking for a pair of cans that contrasts nicely to that sound signature.
I have both. The XS blow the 6XX away.

In fairness, the 6XX has a different sound - darker, more intimate, but unfortunately the veil makes them also somewhat fuzzy.

The XS has a much wider soundstage and is much brighter (but with good bass) and crystal clear - no veil. The XS sounds much more 3D than the 6XX.

For what its worth, when I bought the XS from Hifiman awhile back I think they were also marked as refurbished but when I got them they seemed brand new. I also just bought a pair of Arya Oganics from them, again marked refurbished, and again they came seemingly brand new.
Last edited by mrthrify June 21, 2024 at 03:21 PM.
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MichaelA3679
Jun 21, 2024
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I have the SUNDARAs and really like them, best headphones I've ever listened to. Would this be a pretty big jump? At this price I'm super tempted
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CleverKestrel1288
Jun 21, 2024
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Quote from dankim1987 :
How do people like these compared to the HD6XX? A worthy upgrade?

I enjoy my HD6XX's but I find them sometimes to have that "Sennheiser veil" that people mention all the time. They are properly driven with a dedicated amp. So I'm looking for a pair of cans that contrasts nicely to that sound signature.
I started off with the 6xx's and got a pair of edition xs about 2 years down the line, I still sing the praises of the 6xx but these hifiman cans really do open up another level. Pull the trigger if you're capable
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omartian
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How are these for gaming. Thinking of using an in-line mic
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how do these compare to the ananda's?
https://store.hifiman.com/index.p...ished.html

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