Over-Ear
HiFiMAN Edition X V1
78Great
$1799
Full review dataHiFiMAN Edition X V1 vs HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled 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 1000 Unveiled - Outstanding overall at around $2299.
Over-Ear
HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
88Outstanding
$2299
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
HiFiMAN Edition X V1
Sound8.5
Value6.5
HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
Sound9.5
Value7.5
Specifications
| Spec | HiFiMAN Edition X V1 | HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $1799 | $2299 |
| HearWiki score | 78 / 100 · Great | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2016 | 2024 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | planar | planar |
| Driver size | 131.15 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 2 |
| Frequency response | 8Hz-50kHz | 8Hz-65kHz |
| Impedance | 25 Ω | 28 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW | 95 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 399 g | 450 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | Yes |
| Balanced connection | Yes | Yes |
What reviewers said
HiFiMAN Edition X V1
The HiFiMAN Edition X V1 is a premium open-back planar magnetic headphone designed for serious home listening, offering a spacious and balanced sound with a slight warmth. Its low 25-ohm impedance makes it easy to drive from portable sources, while its comfortable build and included accessories add to its appeal, though its design is not suited for noisy or on-the-go environments. The headphone delivers a refined, smooth tonal character that suits critical listening sessions in quiet spaces.
- Pro:Easy to drive from portable devices
- Pro:Spacious and balanced soundstage
- Pro:Comfortable for extended listening
- Con:Strong sound leakage
- Con:Poor isolation for noisy environments
- Con:Large and bulky for travel
HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
The HE1000 Unveiled is a premium open-back planar headphone that elevates high-end performance with a remarkably expansive, precise soundstage and detailed, engaging vocals. It delivers top-tier resolution and dynamics for its price, though its exposed driver cups demand careful handling and it lacks a 4.4mm cable in the box. Overall, it stands as a highly accomplished flagship for discerning listeners.
- Pro:Outstanding resolution and dynamics
- Pro:Very large, precise soundstage
- Pro:Engaging vocal presentation
- Con:Exposed cups require careful handling
- Con:No 4.4mm cable included
- Con:High price point
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