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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).
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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].
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
- USBS20
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- 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.
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- 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).
About this product:
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].
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
- 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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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.
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It can play directly from a music source, but an amp improves dynamics, fullness, and headroom. A weak motherboard jack can sound subdued, while even an Apple dongle, Qudelix 5K, or modest desktop amp can drive it well enough for good results.
They are very large with little clamping force, so they can slip off smaller or normal-sized heads. A comfort strap such as the Capra strap, or a similar 3D-printed strap, is a common fix for getting a secure fit.
They have a huge soundstage and strong detail, which works well for music and can be very immersive for story-driven single-player games. They are also described as weak for frontal imaging, so they are less convincing for games or movies that rely on sounds coming from in front of you.
Refurb units often arrive in like-new cosmetic condition, but packaging can be minimal: some came in a plain shipping box with packing paper, missing the foam insert or retail box, and a few had loose earcups or minor hinge squeaks. Sound quality was still reported as excellent on good units, but defects like rattles or a dead driver were also reported.
They may play from portable devices, but they are really intended for a desk DAC/amp setup and may not reach their full dynamic range from a weak output. If you want better performance, a small amp or DAC/amp can be added later.
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Maybe to help answer some general questions.
Is it worth it, despite QC complaints about the brand?
YES, 100% YES. It would be impossible to find a better headphone at this price, period. This headphone was well worth it when it was $500 and still punched above its price tag.
Is this better than the Sundara?
YES, it has a wider soundstage and more bass, quite a bit more fun to listen to. If you do not like a wider stage and want something a bit more intimate, the Sundara is fine, seeing as you can get those cheap these days as well.
Do I need a amp for these. Yes and No. Depends on your motherboards built in solution and the PC's DAC might not be worth amping also.
For example: My recent MSI PRO X670-P motherboards Realtek Chip just can't handle the XS. I can get a listenable volume but its very clear the headphone is not getting enough current with everything sounding kind of subdued. 100% volume.
Now with a Apple Dongle, despite being 100% of the volume, this is right at where I like to listen with the headphone that is around the 70-75dB range. The Apple Dongle sounds way better, the headphone sounds fuller and not as muted across the board which clearly my PC is not able to provide enough current to the headphone. If you want lots more headroom, just about anything more powerful than a Apple Dongle will get you there
Regarding synergies, I'd recommend a dac/amp that is not too analytical or bright, for fear of the treble on the XS being a bit too bright for some or the entire presentation being too lean. The XS likes warm leaning neutral gear. XS sounds like a dream if you have any R2R dacs or multibit stuff. For a real treat, try boosting the bass on the XS.... the XS knows how to party and you will LOVE it.
I'd say my only complaint is with the massive soundstage mids are a TAD recessed. But then again...I found the HD600's to have even MORE recessed mids.
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wish these had a longer cable though
wish these had a longer cable though
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