Over-Ear
HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
88Outstanding
$2299
Full review dataHiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled vs STAX SR-007A: 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
STAX SR-007A
84Great
$1296
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled
Sound9.5
Value7.5
STAX SR-007A
Sound9.0
Value6.0
Specifications
| Spec | HiFiMAN HE 1000 Unveiled | STAX SR-007A |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $2299 | $1296 |
| HearWiki score | 88 / 100 · Outstanding | 84 / 100 · Great |
| Released | 2024 | 2018 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | planar | electrostatic |
| Drivers per side | 2 | - |
| Frequency response | 8Hz-65kHz | 6Hz-41kHz |
| Impedance | 28 Ω | 170000 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB/mW | 100 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 450 g | 512 g |
| Detachable cable | Yes | - |
| Balanced connection | Yes | - |
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
STAX SR-007A
This electrostatic headphone delivers a beautifully effortless and highly transparent sound, with impressive clarity, speed, and a surprisingly robust low end for its type. It stands out for its natural tonal coherence and wide, immersive soundstage, all while offering excellent comfort and fit thanks to its rotating earcups and light build. However, it requires a dedicated amplifier and has a few practical limitations that may give some buyers pause.
- Pro:Exceptional transparency and low distortion
- Pro:Lightweight and very comfortable for long sessions
- Pro:Open, natural soundstage with strong imaging
- Con:Requires a special energizer or amplifier to operate
- Con:Non-detachable cable limits upgradeability
- Con:Bass weight is still somewhat limited compared to dynamic flagships
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