The HiFiMAN HE1000 Unveiled ranks #75 out of 447 total Over-Ear Headphones for sound quality. See all Headphones rankings for every top pick.
Brand: HIFIMAN
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#75 HiFiMAN HE1000 Unveiled: $2,299.00 Amazon $2,299.00 eBay
Pros: A preference score of 83.6 with a smooth 1.79 dB deviation, from the median of four squig.link measurements, places it among the more accurate open planars. The midrange and presence region sit within about 1.7 dB of target, giving clear, natural vocals and instruments, and a 2.7 dB air lift adds an open, detailed top end that suits neutral and bright tastes. It outrates the Audeze LCD-2 Closed Back and matches the AKG K812 in rating.
Cons: Sub-bass falls 4.3 dB below target under 60 Hz (5.5 dB down at 30 Hz), so deep synth lines and organ pedals lose physical weight. A 5.8 dB peak at 8.5 kHz sits beside a 5.2 dB dip at 9.7 kHz, which gives some cymbals a slightly uneven, edgy sheen. The open back leaks sound and offers no isolation, and the HIFIMAN HE6 earns the same rating for less.
| Back | Open |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 1.79 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Planar magnetic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Frequency Response | 8Hz - 65kHz (Manufacturer specified) |
| Harman Preference Score | 84 (median of 4 squig.link measurements, calibrated to AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 28 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 95 dB |
| Sub-bass Extension | Within 6 dB of target down to 20 Hz (-5.5 dB at 30 Hz) |
| Tonal Tilt | +0.44 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
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