HIFIMAN HE400se Planar Magnetic Headphones with Stealth Magnets
Audio/IEMs
“The HIFIMAN HE400se utilizes planar magnetic drivers with stealth magnets to deliver high-speed transient response and low distortion, offering a neutral, detailed sound profile that excels in staging. While technically impressive for its category, the 385g weight and rigid headband can impact long-term comfort, and the open-back design leaves the internal diaphragm exposed to environmental debris.”
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Planar magnetic drivers provide rapid transient response and precise, textured bass definition.
amperheads.comfaster transient response (the diaphragm starts and stops more accurately), lower distortion
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Stealth magnet design reduces diffraction for a wider, more open soundstage and detail.
mashaudio.comHE400ses stealth magnet design... noticeably wider, more open soundstage and a bit more resolving power
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Exposed diaphragm and magnet structure makes the internal components vulnerable to dust and contact.
listenvibes.comexposed diaphragm and magnet structure inside the cup, making it vulnerable to dust
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High 385g weight and rigid headband padding can cause discomfort during long listening sessions.
listenvibes.com385g weight and rigid headband padding can become noticeable over long listening periods
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Persistent treble peak around 10kHz can cause listener fatigue over time.
audiosciencereview.comThe peak does not go away over time.
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However, this isn’t typically a major issue with proper care.
listenvibes.comHowever, this isn’t typically a major issue with proper care.