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At a glance
- Brand
- HiFiMAN
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- closed
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2021
Score breakdownaverage overall
Sound7.2
Noise cancelling0.0
Battery2.5
Calls4.0
Value2.3
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The HiFiMAN HE-R10d is a closed-back dynamic headphone with a warm, musical tuning that excels in imaging, detail retrieval, and bass response for its class. It offers a Bluetooth 5.0 module with high-quality codec support including LDAC and aptX HD, making it a versatile choice for both wired and wireless listening, though its fit and finish may not match its price point. The sound signature leans lively and bass-forward, which suits pop and R&B but may not appeal to those seeking a neutral or balanced presentation.
What works
- Excellent imaging and micro-detail for a closed-back design
- Rich, warm bass with good control and extension
- Supports high-resolution Bluetooth codecs including LDAC and aptX HD
- Easy to drive with a 60-ohm impedance and 103 dB sensitivity
- Detachable cable with balanced connection option
What doesn't
- Build quality feels subpar for the price
- Comfort is lacking due to clamp and pad design
- Midrange can sound slightly recessed or hollow
- Treble may come across as sharp or energetic to some listeners
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Specifications
| Driver | 50 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 50 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 35 kHz |
| Impedance | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 50 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 50 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 15 Hz - 35 kHz |
| Impedance | 60 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| Multipoint pairing | No |
Battery
| Battery life | 7 h |
|---|---|
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Companion app | No |
| Custom EQ | No |
| Wear detection | No |
| Controls | buttons |
| Voice assistant | No |
Design
| Weight | 337 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | none |
| USB-C | Yes |
| Balanced connection | Yes |
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The consensus
Mixedacross 5 videosReviewers generally agree the HiFiMAN HE-R10d is a well-built, comfortable, and easy-to-drive closed-back headphone with a fun, punchy mid-bass and forward midrange, offering good value at its current discounted price.
Reviewers liked
- Well-built and comfortable
- Easy to drive
- Fun, punchy mid-bass and forward vocals
- Good value at current price
- Wide soundstage for a closed-back
Reviewers flagged
- Treble sibilance or peakiness
- Limited sub-bass extension
- Poor isolation
- Downgraded materials and accessories from launch version
- Intimate presentation may not suit all listeners
23:22HiFiMan HE-R10d Closed Back Headphone Review
The reviewer finds the HiFiMan HE-R10d to be a well-built, easy-to-drive closed-back headphone with a fun, hard-hitting mid-bass and a forward midrange, though it has some treble sibilance and limited sub-bass extension. The unique wooden cup design is functional but looks odd, and the isolation is poor due to small gaps. Overall, it's a decent but not class-leading option at its price, with ergonomic improvements over the cheaper HE-R9.
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7:22($150 NOW) Don’t buy the Hifiman HE-R10D until you watch this…
The reviewer bought the current Hifiman HE-R10D and compared it to the original 2020 launch version, finding four key changes: impedance increased from 32 to 60 ohms, cable entry now supports both single and dual entry, headband and earpads are no longer real lambskin leather, and packaging/accessories are simplified with fewer cables and no Bluetooth receiver. He notes the sound is fun with thick mid-bass, forward vocals, and a wide soundstage for a closed-back, and considers it technically good for the price, comparable to $300-400 closed-backs, but criticizes Hifiman's lack of transparency about the changes.
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9:09HiFiMan HE-R10P vs HE-R10D - Planar vs Dynamic - All the differences!
The reviewer compares the HiFiMAN HE-R10P (planar) and HE-R10D (dynamic) closed-back headphones, finding both comfortable and well-built, but with distinct sound signatures. The planar version offers a wider soundstage, finer detail, and more open-back-like presentation, while the dynamic version is warmer, more intimate, and punchier in bass. The reviewer prefers the planar for its natural, spacious sound, despite the significant price difference.
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6:23Hifiman HE-R9 vs HE-R10D - Worth the Price Difference?
The reviewer compares the HiFiMAN HE-R9 and HE-R10D, finding them similar in tuning and build basics but significantly different in sound quality. The R10D offers much better clarity, detail, and soundstage, while the R9 sounds muffled, boxy, and bass-heavy with poor imaging. The reviewer concludes the R10D is worth the higher price for its superior performance and build.
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6:32HiFiMan HE-R10D review
The reviewer finds the HiFiMan HE-R10D to be exceptionally comfortable and well-built, with a dynamic driver that delivers fast, detailed, and engaging sound, particularly for rock music. While it retains typical closed-back traits like a more intimate soundstage and forward presentation, it scales well with better equipment and is easy to drive, making it a strong performer that surpasses the reviewer's other headphones.
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