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Open Box Unit: HIFIMAN Ananda Stealth Magnetic Over-Ear Planar Headphones

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HIFIMAN Store has Open Box Unit: HIFIMAN Ananda Stealth Magnetic Over-Ear Planar Headphones on sale for $279 - 10% Off Open-Box//Refurbished Products ($27.90) when you apply coupon code CLR10POFF at checkout = $251.10. Shipping is free.

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HIFIMAN Store has Open Box Unit: HIFIMAN Ananda Stealth Magnetic Over-Ear Planar Headphones on sale for $279 - 10% Off Open-Box//Refurbished Products ($27.90) when you apply coupon code CLR10POFF at checkout = $251.10. Shipping is free.

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Good price, great headphones for however long they last. They were my go to for a year and a half until they started buzzing at certain frequencies. Can't say I would recommend them unless you are ok with going through warranty/return process, though they are incredible and are probably the clearest sounding headphones I've used under $500.
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May 23, 2025 11:19 PM
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djphillipsMay 23, 2025 11:19 PM
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It doesn't say if this is v2 or v3?
May 24, 2025 5:00 AM
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BoastfulWriter2558May 24, 2025 5:00 AM
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Good price, great headphones for however long they last. They were my go to for a year and a half until they started buzzing at certain frequencies. Can't say I would recommend them unless you are ok with going through warranty/return process, though they are incredible and are probably the clearest sounding headphones I've used under $500.
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May 24, 2025 8:29 AM
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dcpoorMay 24, 2025 8:29 AM
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can anyone with first hand experience compare the ananda and xs?
May 24, 2025 1:17 PM
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nforMay 24, 2025 1:17 PM
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Quote from dcpoor View quoted comment :
can anyone with first hand experience compare the ananda and xs?
I have not, but I read some first hand accounts since this batch of refurbs went up. It's very close, with some conflicting judgements about which is more "neutral." They are more alike than different when compared even to other Hifiman cans.
Didn't find much info on how different the stealth version is.
I think given the small price difference here, most would go for the Ananda, if only because a slight majority of users prefers the headband style for longer sessions (but if course this depends on your head and listening habits).
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May 24, 2025 3:35 PM
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WoollyGeezerMay 24, 2025 3:35 PM
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Favorite headphone of all time. Have had mine for about 4-5 years without a single problem. I originally A/B this to the Arya and chose the Ananda because music sounds fun and energetic in comparison. I've tried MANY headphones and I'm wearing these right now. Tonality is perfect.
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May 24, 2025 4:53 PM
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frobroxMay 24, 2025 4:53 PM
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How do these compare to the Edition XS?
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May 24, 2025 5:32 PM
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AmusedRecess877May 24, 2025 5:32 PM
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If you don't have edition xs, buy. If you have edition xs, no point upgrading
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May 24, 2025 5:35 PM
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BootyBannditMay 24, 2025 5:35 PM
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Can I use this as a headset for my Xbox? Will the controller power it?
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May 24, 2025 6:23 PM
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Quote from frobrox View quoted comment :
How do these compare to the Edition XS?
Rtings comparison: https://www.rtings.com/headphones.../670/29106

Lot's of Reddit discussions: https://www.google.com/search?q=a...13&dpr=1.2
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May 25, 2025 3:55 AM
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entropismMay 25, 2025 3:55 AM
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Quote from BootyBanndit View quoted comment :
Can I use this as a headset for my Xbox? Will the controller power it?
These need a proper headphone amp.
May 25, 2025 3:57 AM
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entropismMay 25, 2025 3:57 AM
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I had both these and the XS on demo before I returned the Ananda and kept the XS. It's such a minor minor difference, you would probably get it wrong 75% of the time in a blind A/B test, aside from the headband. For what it's worth, I like the headband on the Ananda better, and went with a 3D printed strap on the XS to give a similar feel.
May 25, 2025 1:36 PM
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LueZuveMay 25, 2025 1:36 PM
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Quote from djphillips View quoted comment :
It doesn't say if this is v2 or v3?
I'd like to know that myself.
May 25, 2025 8:50 PM
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GeneralissimoMay 25, 2025 8:50 PM
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The quality is terrible, I bought one used it moderately and the right driver died in about a year, just outside manufacturer's warranty. Upon a quick search on Amazon, I realized many others had similar issue with the right driver.
May 26, 2025 8:43 AM
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KakletosMay 26, 2025 8:43 AM
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New on Amazon - 359$
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May 26, 2025 12:09 PM
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JasonsDealsMay 26, 2025 12:09 PM
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I think these are the ugliest 'preferred headphones' I can think of.
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