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Aug 18, 2026 2:19 AM

Refurb: HIFIMAN Edition XS Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones

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$149

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HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has Refurb: HIFIMAN Edition XS Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones on sale for $104.90 - $20 off when you apply promo code USDEAL020 at checkout = $84.90 -> now $82.58. Shipping is free (ships from within the United States).
  • 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. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
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About this product:
  • Open-back planar magnetic headphones with Stealth Magnet technology
  • NEO supernano diaphragm supports fast response and detailed sound
  • Ergonomic headband and large earcups support extended listening
  • 8Hz-50kHz response with 18-ohm impedance and 92dB sensitivity
  • Refurbished by HIFIMAN with standard warranty and 30-day returns
Expired promo code:
  • USBS20

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has a 4.9 out of 5 store rating with 98.1% positive customer reviews based on over 230 ratings.
    • Refer to AliExpress's Return Policy here.
  • Additional Information:
    • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars at AliExpress based on over 385 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Update: This popular deal is available again.

HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has Refurb: HIFIMAN Edition XS Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones on sale for $104.90 - $20 off when you apply promo code USDEAL020 at checkout = $84.90 -> now $82.58. Shipping is free (ships from within the United States).
  • 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. For expedited customer service, please email [email protected].
Thanks to Deal Editor iconian for sharing this deal.

About this product:
  • Open-back planar magnetic headphones with Stealth Magnet technology
  • NEO supernano diaphragm supports fast response and detailed sound
  • Ergonomic headband and large earcups support extended listening
  • 8Hz-50kHz response with 18-ohm impedance and 92dB sensitivity
  • Refurbished by HIFIMAN with standard warranty and 30-day returns
Expired promo code:
  • USBS20

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • About this Store:
    • HIFIMAN Local Store via AliExpress has a 4.9 out of 5 store rating with 98.1% positive customer reviews based on over 230 ratings.
    • Refer to AliExpress's Return Policy here.
  • Additional Information:
    • Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars at AliExpress based on over 385 customer reviews.
    • Please see the original post for additional details and/or view the Wiki and forum comments for further helpful discussion if available.

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Written by iconian | Staff

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The HIFIMAN Edition XS is an open-back planar headphone that stands out for a huge soundstage, strong detail, and bass that can punch well above its price. It sounds excellent with a decent DAC and amp, but it can still play from weaker sources, especially with EQ. The main tradeoff is fit, since the cups are very large and the clamping force is light, so a comfort strap or careful head size matters. A few refurb units arrived with packaging gaps or audio defects, so testing it across the full range is wise. It is a compelling value if the fit works for you.

  • Large-headed listeners who can add a comfort strap, because the loose clamp can be tightened and the fit becomes workable for long sessions.

  • Music listeners chasing huge detail and wide staging, because the headphones sound far above their price and can be driven well with a decent amp.

  • Desk listeners who already use a headphone amp or DAC/amp, because the headphones scale with better power and sound fuller with proper amplification.

  • Story-driven single-player gamers who want immersion, because the soundstage is huge and the presentation is especially engaging for games with EQ support.

  • People with average-sized heads who want a secure out-of-the-box fit, because the headphones can slip off and have very little clamping force.

  • Gamers and movie watchers who want convincing front imaging, because the soundstage can feel stretched to the sides with little sense of sound coming from the front.

  • Buyers expecting plug-and-play use from a weak headphone jack, because the headphones are harder to drive and can sound subdued without enough current.

  • Refurb shoppers who need flawless units, because some arrivals have loose parts, missing packaging pieces, driver noise, or outright failures.

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Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM
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grandothAug 21, 2026 12:00 AM
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Got one to try with the recent iFi deal from Adorama. I'm coming from HD 560S and Liquid Spark (n00b!) so hoping for a good experience. You guys praising them got me to pull the trigger. Thanks.
Aug 21, 2026 12:11 AM
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amorelloAug 21, 2026 12:11 AM
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This'll go nicely with my trusty 6XX
Aug 21, 2026 12:50 AM
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lush8Aug 21, 2026 12:50 AM
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Quote from CharleyW View quoted comment :
Yep! I tried to bend them to clamp to my head but if I even looked down at my mouse they'd fall right off! Absolutely ridiculous, you basically NEED a large head for these to work.
It may just be the only time in my entire life where I was proud of having a stupidly big head. This headphone fits me perfectly and is basically my end game for the hobby. Now I just need to hope it lasts -knock on wood-
Aug 21, 2026 1:17 AM
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K3G4Aug 21, 2026 1:17 AM
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Code USBS20 doesn't work. Says I need to meet 119$ minimum for it to apply. I see it as about 104$ currently.
Last edited by K3G4 August 20, 2026 at 07:21 PM.
Aug 21, 2026 1:26 AM
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chubbypopsAug 21, 2026 1:26 AM
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Quote from golgo1313 View quoted comment :
This or Sundara?
The XS is more refined and wider, but as has been mentioned, they are light on the clamping force. I have a pretty big head, and they were still pretty light to me. An added head strap across the top solved that. It pulls them in tighter and you still have up and down adjustment on the beams.
Aug 21, 2026 1:53 AM
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Dittoz7Aug 21, 2026 1:53 AM
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Quote from K3G4 View quoted comment :
Code USBS20 doesn't work. Says I need to meet 119$ minimum for it to apply. I see it as about 104$ currently.
Same. :/
Aug 21, 2026 3:46 AM
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xiZmAug 21, 2026 3:46 AM
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Just got mine today. They're in incredible shape - brand new looking. They sound awesome. I have a bunch of headphones and while they're not my favorite they're up there.

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Aug 21, 2026 3:57 AM
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DiamondDiva94Aug 21, 2026 3:57 AM
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These look nice, I think I'll try them out.
Aug 21, 2026 4:10 AM
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frobroxAug 21, 2026 4:10 AM
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Any reason to get these over my Modhouse Argon Foatex T50RP Mk3's
Aug 21, 2026 5:59 AM
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blackrookAug 21, 2026 5:59 AM
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Deal is dead. Code is expired.
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Aug 21, 2026 6:42 AM
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CyanChannel994Aug 21, 2026 6:42 AM
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One or some discounts from your original order have expired. Your total has been recalculated. Tap below to continue payment.
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$104.93
Current total
$166.95
Aug 21, 2026 6:45 AM
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CyanChannel994Aug 21, 2026 6:45 AM
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Quote from blackrook View quoted comment :
Deal is dead. Code is expired.
Yeah, you just need to enter your contact and address information
Aug 21, 2026 9:47 AM
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toastedwhitebreadAug 21, 2026 9:47 AM
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Quote from VioletKnob2734 View quoted comment :
These are absolutely ginormous btw. I have a normal sized head and they would constantly slip off. No clamping force either
People must have a literal watermelon sized head for these to fit comfortably without adding a Capra strap or something similar. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5Y9TY3M I got the one for 'Hifiman' and it works great for my Edition XS
Aug 21, 2026 11:50 AM
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IlovedealsAug 21, 2026 11:50 AM
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Quote from toastedwhitebread View quoted comment :
People must have a literal watermelon sized head for these to fit comfortably without adding a Capra strap or something similar. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F5Y9TY3M I got the one for 'Hifiman' and it works great for my Edition XS
My head is above average size but not massively large. These are comfortable on the smallest setting for me. I think it has more to do with distance of ears from top of head. Glad i didn't bother ordering a strap. Aliexpress has some generic ones for xs

Also for other people who received their headphones did it come with original box and foam insert stand or was it just in a box without the foam?

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Aug 21, 2026 12:45 PM
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toastedwhitebreadAug 21, 2026 12:45 PM
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Quote from Ilovedeals View quoted comment :
My head is above average size but not massively large. These are comfortable on the smallest setting for me. I think it has more to do with distance of ears from top of head. Glad i didn't bother ordering a strap. Aliexpress has some generic ones for xs

Also for other people who received their headphones did it come with original box and foam insert stand or was it just in a box without the foam?
Could you link me to an AliExpress strap? I have a 2nd one of these on the way, but am giving it to someone who has a smaller head than me. I'm pretty confident they'll appreciate a strap. Thanks in advance.

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