The new Edition XS expands on its predecessor's achievements with several essential upgrades. Featuring Stealth Magnet Technology and the company's NEO supernano Diaphragm, the Edition XS produces a wide soundstage that puts the listener in the best seat in the house. The NEO supernano diaphragm is 75% thinner than the original version, resulting in lightning fast response for detailed sonic output without discernible distortion.
Edition XS from HIFIMAN brings the depth and range of well-recorded music to an affordably priced headphone.
Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of the Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference.
HIFIMAN's advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range.
The new NEO "supernano" Diaphragm is 75% thinner than previous designs, resulting in fast response and a detailed image with lush, full range sonics.
The light weight and ergonomic accuracy offer maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure. The exterior is refined matte black material, and the interior features high-grade memory foam for the most comfortable fit and elasticity. The headphone's structural design support overall durability that retains its comfortable fit for years of enjoyment.
HIFIMAN's new 3.5mm sockets are similar to those found on the most common audio devices. The supplied 3.5mm cable is user changeable and replaceable.
Frequency response: 8kHz-50kHz
Impedance: 18 ohm
Sensitivity: 92dB
Weight: 14.28 Oz. (405g)
Great headphone at the reduced price. This is my 3rd headphone (Senn HD6xx and Verum 1 v2). Sound was very good - more open than the HD6xx but not as much as the Verum - maybe I was expecting a bit more out of the XS though. Earcups are much larger - overall a much looser fit for my head with the headband in the smallest position. Ordering & shipping from Bloom was trouble free. This was my first order and I will definitely look at their products when considering new hifi purchases.
On sale for 200 to 250 these are a great bargain. They have a clear sound that reveals details in songs I thought I knew well. No Harsh treble and great bass that goes low! Not for anyone with a hat size smaller then 71/4.
I paired these with an IFI Hip DAC 3 and they sound great! Some songs benefit from the Bass boost feature if the hip DAC, but overall the standard sound is very pleasing and highly detailed.