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Aug 17, 2026 4:13 AM

HIFIMAN SUNDARA Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic HiFi Wired Headphones

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$179

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HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has HIFIMAN SUNDARA Over-Ear Full-Size Open-Back Planar Magnetic HiFi Stereo Wired Headphones (Black) for $79.80 ->$82.60 Now ~$84.90* when you apply promo code USDEAL9 or LDUS09 at checkout . Shipping is free.
  • *Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
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Update: This popular Frontpage Deal is available again.

HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has HIFIMAN SUNDARA Over-Ear Full-Size Open-Back Planar Magnetic HiFi Stereo Wired Headphones (Black) for $79.80 ->$82.60 Now ~$84.90* when you apply promo code USDEAL9 or LDUS09 at checkout . Shipping is free.
  • *Note: Price may fluctuate slightly with currency exchange rates. You must be signed into your AliExpress account and have your address added to add items to your cart and place an order. You may have to manually type in the promo code to apply it at checkout. This item ships from a USA warehouse. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

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The Sundara is a planar magnetic over ear headphone best known for wide soundstage, fast response, and strong instrument separation, with especially good mids and a warmer, more intimate presentation that suits rock and gaming. Comfort is a recurring strength, and replacement pads and other third party accessories are available. It can run straight from a laptop or tablet, though an amplifier or DAC amp brings out more of what it can do. Main drawbacks are the lack of a microphone and inline volume controls, plus AliExpress pricing and shipping hassles.

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Aug 26, 2026 8:58 PM
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justyeAug 26, 2026 8:58 PM
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Quote from FancyPocket4020 View quoted comment :
I have a FIIO K10E which apparently has been replaced with the K3 now, but I was super fond of it and still use it for my laptop. I eventually bought a larger K5Pro (around 200 USD) and am quite fond of it too, I have had both for multiple years with absolutely no problems and lots of abuse to both devices,
Is this the one you're talking about?

https://fosiaudio.com/products/fo...dio-for-pc
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Quote from MaroonCalendar1752 View quoted comment :
Can you recommend a DAC/AMP combo
If you want a combo that can drive any pair of cans, even balanced, and has XLR output, the Topping DX5-II is insane for only ~$250

https://apos.audio/products/toppi...ii-dac-amp

Audio Science Review put it through the bench tests, and it was amazing :

https://www.audiosciencereview.co...iew.64264/
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Aug 26, 2026 9:09 PM
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FancyPocket4020Aug 26, 2026 9:09 PM
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Quote from justye View quoted comment :
Is this the one you're talking about?

https://fosiaudio.com/products/fo...dio-for-pc
nah, I'm referring to this bad boy

https://www.fiio.com/newsinfo/53647.html

The Fosi you posted is cheap for sure, but naming it exactly the same as a more reputable device is not a great sign IMO.

If you're on a tight budget I would get the Fiio Olympus 2

https://www.ebay.com/itm/227234856090

https://homestudiobasics.com/fiio...ac-review/

Its an old DAC/AMP but I still have and use mine after ~8 years. I have zero stake in your decision, just showing what has worked for me, that is not my ebay listing - just a decent price for a device I like.
Aug 26, 2026 10:04 PM
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ModenacartAug 26, 2026 10:04 PM
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Quote from urhonor View quoted comment :
Can't add the deal to cart, button is "find similar"
Yeah, screw HiFiman and their insanely stupid restrictive shopping policy.
Aug 26, 2026 10:10 PM
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SumDuudAug 26, 2026 10:10 PM
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Quote from MaroonCalendar1752 View quoted comment :
How does this compare with Sennheiser headphone specially 599,600 or 650 ?
Looks like most people prefer the Sennheisers (granted these reviews are for 650 and a few years old), but these Sundaras with an amp get good reviews. Also, those reviews are comparing at a $180 price point, so this is probably a solid buy if your in the market
https://www.reddit.com/r/Headphon...Kmlo59KfbY
https://www.reddit.com/r/headphon...e_hifiman/

Quote from Modenacart View quoted comment :
Yeah, screw HiFiman and their insanely stupid restrictive shopping policy.
you mean aliexpress, right? You realize HIFIman isn't the site?
Last edited by SumDuud August 26, 2026 at 03:12 PM.
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Aug 26, 2026 10:43 PM
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CCGertAug 26, 2026 10:43 PM
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Quote from balloonshark View quoted comment :
I'm far from an expert so take this with a grain of salt. I have the Drop/Sennheiser 6XX. The Sundaras have planar magnetic drivers so they are different that our Senns. They have a wider soundstage and their faster. They are pretty good at separating instruments from one another. There should be tons of comparisons online so I would try a search to get more detailed info and opinions. I also don't follow newer offerings that may be a better choice.I have a small head so I have to use spacers for the Sundaras. I don't have that problem with Sennheiser and Beyerdynamic cans.A Dac and amp are investments. They can run anywhere from a couple hundred dollars for both to thousands. It really comes down to personal preference. Schitt is a brand made in the US if that is important. Most brands offer budget, mid and high end offerings.
I use an iFi Zen DAC V2. You can find them for closer to $100 at times
Aug 27, 2026 1:52 PM
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golgo1313Aug 27, 2026 1:52 PM
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Do they not ship to NY state? I'm getting a weird "sorry this deal is not available in your area"...
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robj144Sep 1, 2026 2:06 PM
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Quote from dashinghunk View quoted comment :
My brother got these from last time it hit front page. I was surprised to learn that you can't increase/decrease audio and that there is no microphone. Those are deal breakers for me. How is everyone else so appreciative of these? What am I missing?
Because these are headphones, not headsets.
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robj144Sep 1, 2026 2:08 PM
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I got a little Nobsound P32 hybrid tube amp to drive my headphones. It works really good when you tube roll and change the opamp.
Sep 1, 2026 3:12 PM
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gman_lumosSep 1, 2026 3:12 PM
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I have these and they sound absolutely amazing.
Sep 1, 2026 4:56 PM
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E-ZeeSep 1, 2026 4:56 PM
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Quote from balloonshark View quoted comment :
Wow! Amazing price! I paid around $200 used several years back. You will need a dac and amp or dac/amp combo to power these.

Edit: The link isn't working for me. It opens a new tab and then immediately closes the tab.


When I search for them myself I see this "[IMG]https://img.alicdn.com/imgextra/i2/O1CN017uFr2G20Ioe3DVqO5_!!6000000006827-2-tps-24-24.png[/IMG] This product can't be shipped to your address. Select another product or address."
These do not require a dedicated amplifier. That is incorrect information. You can make an argument that a dedicated amplifier can improve their performance, but that is not the same as being required.

I used these as daily driver with my laptop for a long time and have also used them an a desktop computer with no separate amplification. You can absolutely plug these into a laptop or tablet and use them as is.

This is a great set of headphones at an even better price. Comfortable and breathable. Easy recommendation, and I almost exclusively use mine on a laptop without dedicated amplification.
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Sep 1, 2026 6:40 PM
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RickyFromVegasSep 1, 2026 6:40 PM
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Quote from E-Zee View quoted comment :
These do not require a dedicated amplifier. That is incorrect information. You can make an argument that a dedicated amplifier can improve their performance, but that is not the same as being required.

I used these as daily driver with my laptop for a long time and have also used them an a desktop computer with no separate amplification. You can absolutely plug these into a laptop or tablet and use them as is.

This is a great set of headphones at an even better price. Comfortable and breathable. Easy recommendation, and I almost exclusively use mine on a laptop without dedicated amplification.
Even Edition XS don't require much, it turns out. People love clamoring over numbers and details, and while the volume output from my motherboard was lackluster, a cheap sub $20 usb dongle dac/amp was more than plenty to drive these.

I'm using JM6 Pro usb dongle with Edition XS and I have to keep the volume at like, 16/100 on my pc.
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This product can't be shipped to your address. Won't ship to US

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DeniedSalienceSep 2, 2026 3:34 AM
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How well do these compare to the planar drivers in the Audeze Maxwells?

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