Over-Ear
Audio-Technica Adx3000
78Great
$1099
Full review dataAudio-Technica Adx3000 vs HiFiMAN HE 1000se: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN HE 1000se comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: HiFiMAN HE 1000se - Outstanding overall at around $1699.
Over-Ear
HiFiMAN HE 1000se
88Outstanding
$1699
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Audio-Technica Adx3000
Sound8.5
Value7.0
HiFiMAN HE 1000se
Sound9.5
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Audio-Technica Adx3000 | HiFiMAN HE 1000se |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $1099 | $1699 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2024 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | dynamic | planar |
| Driver size | 58 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | - |
| Frequency response | 5Hz-45kHz | 8Hz-65kHz |
| Sound signature | - | Bright neutral |
| Impedance | 50 Ω | 35 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 98 dB/mW | 96 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Bluetooth | no | - |
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Battery | ||
| Wireless charging | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Controls | buttons | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 257 g | 440 g |
| Water resistance | none | - |
| Foldable | No | - |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| USB-C | No | - |
| Balanced connection | Yes | Yes |
What reviewers said
Audio-Technica Adx3000
The Audio-Technica ADX3000 is a wired, open-back over-ear headphone focused purely on accurate sound reproduction, with a large 58mm dynamic driver and a balanced connection option. It delivers technically controlled tuning suitable for critical listening, but lacks wireless features, ANC, and water resistance, making it a niche choice for audiophiles rather than everyday users.
- Pro:Accurate and controlled sound reproduction
- Pro:Large 58mm dynamic driver for detailed output
- Pro:Detachable cable with balanced support
- Con:No wireless or Bluetooth connectivity
- Con:No active noise cancellation
- Con:Not foldable, limiting portability
HiFiMAN HE 1000se
The HiFiMAN HE1000se is a high-end planar magnetic headphone that delivers exceptional detail retrieval and a spacious, airy soundstage. Its bright-neutral tuning offers strong bass and treble extension, though the prominent treble can become harsh with lower-quality recordings. While its 35-ohm impedance and 96 dB sensitivity make it moderately easy to drive, it still benefits from quality amplification to perform at its best.
- Pro:Outstanding resolution and micro-detail clarity
- Pro:Wide, airy soundstage with excellent instrument separation
- Pro:Strong extension at both frequency extremes
- Con:Bright, peaky treble can fatigue on poorly mastered tracks
- Con:Requires a decent amp despite moderate sensitivity
- Con:Midrange lacks warmth and body for some tastes
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