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HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled vs Sivga SV391: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled vs Sivga SV391, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
Sound9.5
Value7.5
Sivga SV391

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Specifications

Specification comparison of HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled vs Sivga SV391
SpecHiFiMAN HE 1000 UnveiledSivga SV391
TypeOver-EarOver-Ear
Price (USD)$2299$1849
HearWiki score88 / 100 · OutstandingNot scored
Released20242024
Audio
Driverplanar50mm dynamic driver
Drivers per side2-
Frequency response8Hz-65kHz-
Impedance28 Ω32 Ω
Sensitivity95 dB/mW-
Wireless
Multipoint pairingNo-
Features
Active noise cancellingNo-
Design
Weight450 g275 g
Detachable cableYes-
Balanced connectionYes-
Model code-Robin SV021

What reviewers said

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

Sivga SV391

The Sivga SV391 is a wired, over-ear headphone featuring a 50mm dynamic driver housed in a lightweight 275-gram design with a 32-ohm impedance, making it easy to drive. It delivers a balanced sound profile without active noise cancellation, focusing on natural acoustics and comfortable long-term wear for audiophile use.

  • Pro:Lightweight build at 275g for extended listening comfort
  • Pro:Efficient 32-ohm impedance works well with portable devices
  • Pro:Balanced sound signature from a large 50mm driver
  • Con:Lacks active noise cancellation for noisy environments
  • Con:Premium price point may limit accessibility
  • Con:No wireless flexibility due to wired-only design

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