HiFiMan HE-R9
The Topology Diaphragm driver with its nanoparticle coating delivers a detailed sound profile across a wide 15Hz-35kHz frequency range. The lightweight 328g build combines a durable steel skeleton with plush memory foam pads for lasting comfort, while the closed-back design provides effective passive noise isolation. These headphones are best for home listeners seeking an expansive soundstage and detailed, immersive audio without needing a dedicated amplifier.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
impedance ohms 32
open closed back closed
27 Overall Score
Price ¥30,500
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (78th percentile) 78th
Cons
- Below average social proof (13th percentile)
- Below average mic (18th percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average comfort (32nd percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.3 kg / 0.7 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam |
| Headband | leather |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 15 |
| Freq Max | 35000 |
| Impedance | 32 |
| Sensitivity | 100 |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 1.5 |
vs Competition
| Spec | HiFiMan HE-R9 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 | Srhythm NiceComfort NC95 | Sennheiser Momentum Adapt Around-Ear | Jabra Evolve3 85 | Razer BlackShark V3 Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | hybrid | dynamic | dynamic | Razer TriForce Bio-Cellulose |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | - | 40 | 42 | 32 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 32 | 32 | 16 | - | 35 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | - | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 30 | 100 | 57 | 120 | 70 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HiFiMan HE-R9 | 32.1 | 18 | 77.7 | 42.5 | 44.7 | 32.3 | 42.5 | 13.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 890101-0100 Compare | 93.4 | 79.2 | 92.4 | 48.9 | 76.1 | 7.8 | 99.5 | 93.9 |
| Srhythm NiceComfort NC95 Compare | 93.4 | 68.1 | 87.8 | 83.1 | 98.6 | 87.7 | 86.1 | 80.3 |
| Sennheiser Momentum Adapt Around-Ear Compare | 98 | 98.3 | 35 | 95.7 | 88.7 | 53.6 | 86.1 | 47.2 |
| Jabra Evolve3 85 Compare | 89.1 | 91 | 35 | 76 | 99.7 | 53.6 | 97.7 | 42 |
| Razer BlackShark V3 Pro Compare | 84.8 | 96.1 | 77.7 | 77 | 92.2 | 32.3 | 92.9 | 93.9 |
Price
Value & Pricing
From ¥30,500
Amazon.co.jp 1 offer From ¥30,500
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Usage Scores
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