HiFiMan Edition XS
The large planar magnetic drivers with Stealth Magnet Technology and a 75% thinner NEO supernano diaphragm deliver a spacious, distortion-free soundstage with an 8Hz-50kHz frequency response. At 405g, the lightweight build and ergonomic headband provide lasting comfort for extended use, while the open-back design creates an immersive, concert-like listening experience. These headphones are best for critical listeners and studio users seeking detailed, full-range audio for music analysis or mixing.
form factor over-ear
driver type planar magnetic
impedance ohms 18
open closed back open
17 Overall Score
Price ¥0
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Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average comfort (13th percentile)
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)
- Below average mic (18th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Foldable | No |
| Weight | 0.4 kg / 0.9 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | refined matte black material |
Audio
| Driver Type | planar magnetic |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 50000 |
| Impedance | 18 |
| Sensitivity | 92 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.5 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | HiFiMan Edition XS | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 18 | - | 470 | 314 | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HiFiMan Edition XS | 32.1 | 18.1 | 77.8 | 45.1 | 44.7 | 12.5 | 42.5 | 13.2 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98 | 99.3 | 95.7 | 99.4 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 97.7 | 98.4 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 92.4 | 97.8 | 90.7 | 87.7 | 98.1 | 67.2 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98 | 85.3 | 77.8 | 95.6 | 76.1 | 53.6 | 98.9 | 87.5 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98 | 83.2 | 92.4 | 93.2 | 69.8 | 32.3 | 94.4 | 98.4 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 93.4 | 98.3 | 77.8 | 97.2 | 85.9 | 53.6 | 97.4 | 60 |
Usage Scores
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