Hifiman Edition XS

Hifiman Edition XS planar magnetic, over ear, open back headphone. An updated version of the excellent X, Edition XS uses two newer Hifiman technologies to improve the sound quality: Stealth magnets and Supernano diaphragms. Stealth magnets are curved on the outside surface to improve airflow and reduce back-wave interference - this improves clarity and makes for a more spacious soundstage.

Hifiman Edition XS supernano diaphragms are 75% thinner than the original, with the thinner & lighter material improving clarity further. A low sensitivity means these still prefer a decently powerful amp and can produce very dynamic sound and excellent separation of instruments. Bass response is stronger with more power and depth than the Sundara.

Edition XS ear pads are thick, angled for comfort around the ear with tons of space for your ears and are very breathable. The headband has thick padding with no hot spots. Cable looks basic but feels durable, does not tangle or transmit noise - you do not notice it, which is what you want from the cable! Headphone sensitivity is low, so feed these a bit of power in order to experience their max performance (see review below).

Hifiman Edition XS review : Headfonics.com review, 8.9/10:  The Edition XS really likes my iFi gear, starting with the GO blu, the Gryphon, especially off the balanced output, and even off the 16-core hip-dac2 .... I could easily wear these all day long.... The HIFIMAN Edition XS has a large soundstage, precise placement, and imaging, an almost true tonality only rivaled by its much higher tier cousins plus the bass has finally arrived at the HIFIMAN house sound signature.

Hifiman Edition XS balanced cable: Check out the Meze cables and periapt cables in our cables section for 4.4mm and XLR options.

For a matching dac/amp... Edition XS + 4.4mm cable + Hip Dac / Fiio K7 or K9 / Zen Dac2 all work great together, FYI.

Hifiman Edition XS vs Sundara: Bass response, especially sub-bass, has better power and is more present and accurate with the XS. XS has an even larger feel to the sound. More spacious ear cups.

Hifiman Edition XS specs:

• Sensitivity:  92db
• Impedance: 18 ohm
• Frequency Response: 8-50,000 Hz
• Weight: 405g
• Includes: dual 3.5mm - 3.5mm 1.2m cable, 6.35mm adaptor
• Warranty 1 year