HIFIMAN HE400i Special Edition Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Dark Blue Chrome

Item # HFMHE400ISE (Part # HE400i-SE)
HIFIMAN HE400i Special Edition Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Dark Blue Chrome
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Item Description:
The HIFIMAN HE-400i is a high quality, full-size planar magnetic headphone designed for critical listening in the home or studio.

Innovation
Single-ended planar magnetic driver provides superior soundstage and spatial imaging.

Agile
Increased efficiency of 93dB allows it to be driven with a modest size amplifier or can even be used with a portable audio player or smartphone.

Lightweight
The HE400i is 30 percent lighter than other full-size planar magnetic designs for increased comfort.

Affordable
Easy-to-drive, high quality full-size planar magnetic headphone is only 499 dollars.

The Look

  • ABS polymer ear cups in a gloss charcoal finish give the HE400i a striking contemporary look.
  • Improved pressure pattern is designed to provide best-in-class comfort.
  • Specially designed beveled ear pads are made of pleather and velour, which provide both increased comfort and improved sound quality. 

The Sound

  • Delivering better quality sound than other headphone types.
  • Massive diaphragm allows high signal input and flexible bass and treble.
  • Very fast response time due to the lightweight diaphragm design.
  • Evenly distributed magnetic force for low distortion and reproduction of live sound. 

Planar vs. Electrostatic
Compared to the electrostatic driver, the planar magnetic technology uses a more massive diaphragm that is able to move very quickly in a coherent and uniform way. The planar magnetic headphone gives excellent transient response and a sound quality almost equal to that of an electrostatic product.

Product Specifications:

  • Frequency Response: 20Hz - 35KHz
  • Sensitivity: 93dB
  • Impedance: 35 Ohms
  • Weight: 370g
  • Cable Length: 1.5m
  • Plug: 3.5mm/6.35mm
HIFIMAN HE400iSE Special Edition Single-Ended Planar Magnetic Headphones (Dark Blue Chrome)
3.5mm Male to Dual 3.5mm Male Headphone Cable
3.5mm Female to 1/4" Male Adapter
Limited 1-Year Warranty

Review Snapshot

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4.3

16 ReviewsWrite a Review
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Ratings Distribution

Reviewed by 16 customers

best you can get from this pricerange

Submitted 7 years ago

By Zack

From Wilmington, DE

Verified Buyer

Submitted as part of a sweepstakes entry

best sounding headphone you can get under 200 USD. although this is a bit short on excitement, everything else will outstand most headphones around this price range. #sweepstakes

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Good sound, bad build quality

Submitted 7 years ago

By Ro

From Eastbay, ca

Verified Buyer

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Bad build quality. The plastic that secures the earcup to the head band snapped while i was putting them on, making the headphones unusable. I expected these to last more than 3 months of minimal use.

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Broken

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend to a friend

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Incredible sound!

Submitted 7 years ago

By bj

From Saint Louis

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Not only are the headphones a stunning blue, but the quality of the workmanship is superior. The sound is unparalleled. Not only is there a sense of spaciousness, but the bass is palpable. Recommend you take a listen!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Hifiman makes a great headphone.

Submitted 7 years ago

By JP

From Montreal

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Great headphones in this price range.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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i highly recommended for people preferring very warm sound

Submitted 7 years ago

By Roman

From New Britain CT

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After 150 hours of burn in, like they recommended, i wanted return.I gave extra 100 hours.Oh my god.They sounds fantastic.But they need very powerful amplifier. Roman

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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HE400i - Excellent headphones

Submitted 7 years ago

By asiaindian

From Boston

Verified Buyer

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First let me say that customer service is great. I ordered HE400i SE, but received HE400i. Customer service was extremely helpful and matter was resolved quickly. How do i use the product? I listen to different types of music. Jazz being most. Excellent sound, clean highs, medium and lows. I am not an audiophile. I love these headphones. Very comfortable to wear for hours. Looks beautiful. Highly recommend BuyDig and HiFiMan....#sweepstakes

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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I would buy from Buydig again

Submitted 7 years ago

By Jef

From Ohio

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These were being sold on the internet from various sellers at an almost to good to be true price. Surprisingly, Buydig gave another $30 off! Unbelievable value for these headphones. Thanks Buydig!

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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good value

Submitted 7 years ago

By BAR

From MN

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Enjoy the transparency of planars as I have with planar speakers. #sweepstake

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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All the qualities you would expect from planar headphones.

Submitted 7 years ago

By B.R.

From Minnesota

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An unusually good price for very high end headphones. I have enjoyed planar speakers for their transparency and these share those qualities.

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Great, lightweight headphones

Submitted 7 years ago

By Chel

From Denver, CO

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These are the first pair of headphones I've purchased in this price range as well as the first set of open ear headphones I've purchased, and let me tell you, its WORTH IT to pay more for headphones! They are super light, which makes it easy to wear for hours without even noticing them. Also open ear, while less private and not good out of an isolated environment, makes audio seem almost like it's just filling the room. Also great for horror games, makes knocks and bumps sound like they're in the room! Highly reccomend these headphones #sweepstakes

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend to a friend

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Q&A

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Hello! Are the headphones equipped with a cable? In the box will lie the cable for them? Will there be free shipping to Russia?

Asked by Andrey
Verified Reply - MatthewHello. Yes, this item includes a 1.5m cable in the box. For shipping outside of the US, UK, Canada, and Australia please place your order via our phone service. The number is located in the contact us tab at the bottom of the page. Thanks for your inquiry! Be well!Was this answer helpful to you
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Do the cables screw into the ear cups or are they the newer version that just inserts?

Asked by Jon
Verified Reply - MatthewHello. According to the Hifiman website, all the 400i phones are now being made with the new 2.5mm plugs. Thank you for your question. Be well!Was this answer helpful to you
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Is this the newest revision of the headphones?

Asked by Peter
Verified ReplyHello, Yes, it is. Thank you for your interest and have a great dayWas this answer helpful to you
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