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product_id: 296268993
title: "HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones for Audiophiles/Studio, Great-Sounding, Stereo, High Sensitivity, Comfortable, Sliver"
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# High Sensitivity (91 dB) - perfect for low-voltage sources Planar Magnetic Driver - ultra low distortion Stealth Magnets - acoustically invisible, pure sound HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones for Audiophiles/Studio, Great-Sounding, Stereo, High Sensitivity, Comfortable, Sliver

**Brand:** hifiman
**Price:** AED 609
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Unlock sonic bliss with stealth tech — hear what others miss!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired Headphones for Audiophiles/Studio, Great-Sounding, Stereo, High Sensitivity, Comfortable, Sliver by hifiman
- **How much does it cost?** AED 609 with free shipping
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## Best For

- hifiman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hifiman brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Optimized for Amp-Powered Listening:** High sensitivity and 32Ω impedance make these headphones shine with portable amps and hi-res players—don’t settle for phone audio.
- • **Revolutionary Stealth Magnet Design:** Acoustically transparent magnets eliminate wave interference for pure, immersive audio clarity.
- • **Effortless Compatibility & Durability:** Includes dual-sided 3.5mm cable with 6.35mm adapter, built to last with reinforced driver casing.
- • **All-Day Comfort with Lightweight Build:** Adjustable headband and breathable velour pads keep you cool and fatigue-free during marathon listening sessions.
- • **Audiophile-Grade Planar Magnetic Precision:** Experience ultra-low distortion and crystal-clear soundstage that dynamic drivers can't match.

## Overview

The HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets headphones deliver audiophile-level planar magnetic sound with revolutionary stealth magnet technology that minimizes distortion and wave interference. Designed for comfort and durability, these open-back headphones feature high sensitivity for use with low-voltage sources and come with a premium detachable cable and adapter. Ideal for studio use and discerning listeners, they offer a wide soundstage, detailed mids and highs, and accurate bass response, making them a top-tier choice for professionals and enthusiasts seeking exceptional wired audio performance.

## Description

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Review: Surptisingly good actually, and two bits of adhesive tape make them 10x better - They are amazingly good for the price, definitely much better sound than my old AKG K271 MKII (which aren't just V-shaped, they are N-shaped, I can't believe I've spent at least 6 years in them. Yeah, and they cost about 2.5x more than the Hifimans). I think these Hifimans are the really flat apart apart from being a bit bassy and having a peak at a few kHz that can make the "S" sound in vocals annoying. But YOU may like it, and if you don't, like me, it is a very easy fix, described at the end of the review. The sound is unbelievably detailed with and without the mod, but without the mod the vocals also an feel a bit odd, like there is normally a minuscule amount of echo or sustain, and here there is none, so it can sound oddly dry in a way. Like the diaphragm can start and stop so fast it causes the sound to have way less sustain than you are used to. I guess it could be that most people including me listen to music through dynamic drivers only, whether it's speakers or headphones, and then they add a little bit of sustain to everything. The mod diminishes this effect a little, turning it from annoying to actually good. I never had planar magnetics before, so this could be the effect all planars do have, and in itself it's worth the price as it is really interesting to experience. It makes brass and percussive instruments sound crazy good, like you are there. They are surprisingly comfortable when you are upright, but can slide off if you are lying on your back and didn't tighten the headband more than what feels best when sitting or standing. The build quality is OK, and much better than it looks on the photos. The earcups do have a vertical swivel even though it doesn't look like they do, just the point of rotation is within the black part of the headband. And the forks are metal. The cable is really nice and thick, and is probably like a balanced cable all the way except for the plug. These headphones are easy to disassemble (sometimes a little too easy, the grilles for example), and there is a plenty of upgrades available, including 3D printed and buyable (headband, earpads, grilles, cables, etc.). But you DO need a headphone amplifier/actual soundcard/Bluetooth DAC/stationary hi-fi equipment that has a headphone output, as a phone or other portable devices meant for ordinary headphones can be too weak to drive them properly and they will sound a lot worse than they otherwise can, even at the same volume. They definitely sound good from Creative SoundblasterX G6 and Douk U3, so you probably don't need anything unreasonably expensive. Other than that I can't really think of any reason NOT to buy them if you want wired headphones that sound good, have great soundstage, are easily repairable/moddable and are cheap. The $0 mod goes as follows: Just remove the earpads and put adhesive tape as seen in the picture. The earcup has a plastic ring that is rather flexible nad has four hooks that point outwards. The easiest way to get it off is to reach for the ring through the earhole and try to lift it where one of the hooks is. The tape has to be between the second most rear and fourth most rear magnet, and should not extend out beyond these magnets (and put it on the magnets, NOT on the diaphragm, this is just to make the sound go less directly into your ear hole). Just leave one rear gap and three front gaps. And leaving about 5mm from the top and bottom makes it as detailed as it was without the nasty sharp "S" sound, and just a very, very small amount bassier). You can adjust the tape length to your liking of course, the amount shown works best for me. Also be careful, do not touch the diaphragm, and be aware that the magnets are quite strong, so that if you use a ferromagnetic tool to trim or apply the tape, it can be attracted to them suddenly). Also be aware that the earpads have front (thinner) and back (wider) sides, and do one ear at a time to avoid mixing them up.
Review: Another Hifiman winner and audiophile bargain - I already own the Hifiman HE400Is I got on here five years ago, so why did I buy these? I tried to buy the IFI hIP dAC V2 AMP, only to find that it lacks a 3.5" basic input, all USB, which is not what I needed for my simple but solid Fiio X1 player/Fosi Audio amp rig. I am not using my smartphone for most music listening. I use the iPhone14 in the car and it's great for that. I realized I was looking a gift horse in the mouth: I have the player and amp I love, so don't mess with it! Headphones can always be improved, however. At least, until you hit the diminishing returns wall, but I'm not in the market for $10,000 speakers or headphones, in any case. Instead, this came up at $100 on here and I realized I was staring a true deal right in the face. I love the He400Is but they aren't terribly portable. Well, these are slightly more portable, but still a big, bulky headphone, let's face it. But, the tradeoff is sheer luxury, sound quality, and to me, the build quality is fantastic and solid. Maybe Focals are better, i dunno, but my budget is not for $8000 phones, sorry. I know some have had issues with Hifiman's quality control, I haven't. I tend to baby my gear, anyway. I'm not about to lug these around outside all day long, etc. I was willing to bet on Hifiman again, and I'm so glad I did. These beauties showed up Sat. night and I unboxed them gingerly, tested them on the Fiio player with .wav files, hours of Miles Davis Quartet the Second box set, (Columbia CD edition) Wish You Were Here (latest remaster), and some Morton Feldman For Bunita Marcus by Aki Takahashi (newest Mode edition CD). All sounded sublime, but particularly the Miles Davis. This is half the reason to invest in Hifimans or planars or electrostatics, treating yourself to quality music, well recorded, etc. I'm a heavy metal fan too, but I wouldn't buy these whatsoever for speed or death metal. Get something with more slam and heavy bass if anything. Beats, whatever. Even if you're not a jazz or classical fan, and I'm mainly a rock/pop guy, or dance, these are a darned good reason to expand your horizons and get a good headphone amp, portable or not, a good high res player (not your phone!), and load it with HQ sources and you're in for a real treat. Put on John Coltrane's Heavyweight Champion box set and have a good ol' time. Steely Dan! Hells yes. As with the HE400Is, these open backs shine with the detail, wide soundstage, solid but not super deep bass (just "true" but with bass boost/EQ on it extends more), and shimmering, natural sounding treble. The mids are decent, if not super extended. But the mids are anything but "screechy" or sibilant, either. Comfort level of the pads, suspension, and headbar are off the charts, at least for me. My head is smaller so I don't even extend the bands. You can sit there with these or the 400Is for hours and never get fatigued, either your ears, or your head. They bleed sound in room....who cares!? Don't worry about it unless you're in a public space with tons of people near you. I think the treble in the 400Is might be a bit clearer, or sharper, but I'm not sure since I haven't used those in a while. This is extraordinary in the headphone world, where in my experience, cheap earbuds and headphones are often totally lacking in comfort. Pioneer, I'm talking to you! These actually seem very efficient for planars, my Fosi Audio amp powers them very easily, and I only have to crank them up a bit more than say, my Sennheiser Urbanites XL to achieve the same level. I wouldn't try this without an amp, however, and let's face it, planars will only truly shine utilizing a good amp, so get one! Though via your phone with a good amp would be fine, too. Don't bother with Bluetooth either, you'll only cheapen the experience, and degrade the signal. As for Bass-heads: these are NOT for bass heads. There is some good bass here, but it's not like nightclub Beats over the top super sub bass. What you get instead is some of the tightest, truest general deep bass you're going to ever hear. It's all about accuracy, in the bass, but, never clinical, either. The 400Ses are accurate, detailed, but warm, maybe a tiny tad "dark" sounding. For $100 these are a total steal, I believe. You can spend $1500 for Audezes, I'm sure they're worth every penny (they are, I've heard them), but if you're starting out with mid-Fi, or audiophile stuff, you can buy these and be confident that your $100 was spent very wisely indeed. Just don't take them to the beach, for goodness' sake! Even better running these from a really good desktop headphone amp or receiver, but portable amps will do fine! At 32 ohms and "high sensitivity," these shine with an amp but you won't push the amp beyond belief. They also look phenomenal with a beautiful black and silver metal suspension and those velour pads. OMG! Get them now before they are discont'ed and sell for $1000. A bit of burn-in time will likely' be a good idea, too.

## Features

- What is a planar headphone? What are its benefits over other designs? Planar headphones feature conductive layers that cover nearly the entire diaphragm, resulting in significantly lower distortion than conventional dynamic headphones.
- Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of 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.
- Durable Connections The headphone’s drivers are protected by a newly designed casing for enhanced durability and protection from the elements. A dual-sided high-performance 3.5mm cable is packaged with a 6.35mm adapter for maximum compatibility with a wide range of devices.
- The HE400SE’s high sensitivity makes it the perfect match for low-voltage sources, including portable hi-res. audio players.
- Maximum Comfort for Hours of Listening Pleasure Thanks to its newly designed adjustable lightweight headband, the HE400se remains cool and comfortable for hours, even in excessively warm weather.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08Z2SK5C4 |
| Additional Features | Lightweight |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Recording |
| Audio Driver Type | Planar Magnetic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #6,504 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #31 in Recording Headphone Audio Monitors #779 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Brand | HIFIMAN |
| Brand Name | HIFIMAN |
| Built-In Media | Cable |
| Cable Features | Detachable |
| Color | Silver,Black |
| Compatible Devices | Portable Audio Players, Laptops, Desktops, Gaming Consoles, and Audio Amplifiers |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Controller Type | Touch |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,038 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Frequency Range | 20Hz-20kHz |
| Frequency Response | 20000 hertz |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 32 ohm |
| Item Weight | 390 g |
| Manufacturer | HIFIMAN Electronics |
| Model Name | HE400SE |
| Model Number | He400SE |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Sensitivity | 91 db |
| Series Number | 400 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Music, Casual Travel, Daily Commuting |
| Style Name | Open-Back |
| Subject Character | no subject character |
| Theme | sport |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | 1 year manufacturer |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Wireless Technology | Stealth Magnets |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HIFIMAN
- **Color:** Silver,Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 32 ohm
- **Noise Control:** None

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do these HE400se come packaged with a better cable now?**
A: Ordered mine on Black Friday, and it did not come with the better cable. Seems like you get lucky or you don't as to if you'll get it.

**Q: How are these when compared to beats?**
A: Better in literally every regard. Beats are slightly better than overpriced steaming garbage, while retaining the overpriced aspect.

**Q: How do they compare to Sundara?**
A: Sundara sound better. He-400se it's a good entry level into planars I would say.

**Q: How do these compare to the HE400i?**
A: Most people (at least myself & professional reviewers) think the HE400se with the new Stealth Magnets are a decent bit better of an overall performer than the older HE400i 2020 (& ESPECIALLY vs the OG HE400i), but they're also harder to drive amp-wise to get them to their peak, & thus said superior audio quality/sonic presentation, so... 🤷‍♂️

If you already have a solid amp (anything with >≈ say an ESS Sabre ES9280C DAC + amp chip) I'd definitely get the HE400se's even if they're both the same price. OTOH if you don't already have a decent amp, then it becomes MUCH less cut & dry if similarly priced. (The HE400se is usually SIGNIFICANTLY cheaper though, making it basically ALWAYS the better choice tbh).

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Surptisingly good actually, and two bits of adhesive tape make them 10x better
*by K***I on March 26, 2025*

They are amazingly good for the price, definitely much better sound than my old AKG K271 MKII (which aren't just V-shaped, they are N-shaped, I can't believe I've spent at least 6 years in them. Yeah, and they cost about 2.5x more than the Hifimans). I think these Hifimans are the really flat apart apart from being a bit bassy and having a peak at a few kHz that can make the "S" sound in vocals annoying. But YOU may like it, and if you don't, like me, it is a very easy fix, described at the end of the review. The sound is unbelievably detailed with and without the mod, but without the mod the vocals also an feel a bit odd, like there is normally a minuscule amount of echo or sustain, and here there is none, so it can sound oddly dry in a way. Like the diaphragm can start and stop so fast it causes the sound to have way less sustain than you are used to. I guess it could be that most people including me listen to music through dynamic drivers only, whether it's speakers or headphones, and then they add a little bit of sustain to everything. The mod diminishes this effect a little, turning it from annoying to actually good. I never had planar magnetics before, so this could be the effect all planars do have, and in itself it's worth the price as it is really interesting to experience. It makes brass and percussive instruments sound crazy good, like you are there. They are surprisingly comfortable when you are upright, but can slide off if you are lying on your back and didn't tighten the headband more than what feels best when sitting or standing. The build quality is OK, and much better than it looks on the photos. The earcups do have a vertical swivel even though it doesn't look like they do, just the point of rotation is within the black part of the headband. And the forks are metal. The cable is really nice and thick, and is probably like a balanced cable all the way except for the plug. These headphones are easy to disassemble (sometimes a little too easy, the grilles for example), and there is a plenty of upgrades available, including 3D printed and buyable (headband, earpads, grilles, cables, etc.). But you DO need a headphone amplifier/actual soundcard/Bluetooth DAC/stationary hi-fi equipment that has a headphone output, as a phone or other portable devices meant for ordinary headphones can be too weak to drive them properly and they will sound a lot worse than they otherwise can, even at the same volume. They definitely sound good from Creative SoundblasterX G6 and Douk U3, so you probably don't need anything unreasonably expensive. Other than that I can't really think of any reason NOT to buy them if you want wired headphones that sound good, have great soundstage, are easily repairable/moddable and are cheap. The $0 mod goes as follows: Just remove the earpads and put adhesive tape as seen in the picture. The earcup has a plastic ring that is rather flexible nad has four hooks that point outwards. The easiest way to get it off is to reach for the ring through the earhole and try to lift it where one of the hooks is. The tape has to be between the second most rear and fourth most rear magnet, and should not extend out beyond these magnets (and put it on the magnets, NOT on the diaphragm, this is just to make the sound go less directly into your ear hole). Just leave one rear gap and three front gaps. And leaving about 5mm from the top and bottom makes it as detailed as it was without the nasty sharp "S" sound, and just a very, very small amount bassier). You can adjust the tape length to your liking of course, the amount shown works best for me. Also be careful, do not touch the diaphragm, and be aware that the magnets are quite strong, so that if you use a ferromagnetic tool to trim or apply the tape, it can be attracted to them suddenly). Also be aware that the earpads have front (thinner) and back (wider) sides, and do one ear at a time to avoid mixing them up.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another Hifiman winner and audiophile bargain
*by S***S on March 5, 2023*

I already own the Hifiman HE400Is I got on here five years ago, so why did I buy these? I tried to buy the IFI hIP dAC V2 AMP, only to find that it lacks a 3.5" basic input, all USB, which is not what I needed for my simple but solid Fiio X1 player/Fosi Audio amp rig. I am not using my smartphone for most music listening. I use the iPhone14 in the car and it's great for that. I realized I was looking a gift horse in the mouth: I have the player and amp I love, so don't mess with it! Headphones can always be improved, however. At least, until you hit the diminishing returns wall, but I'm not in the market for $10,000 speakers or headphones, in any case. Instead, this came up at $100 on here and I realized I was staring a true deal right in the face. I love the He400Is but they aren't terribly portable. Well, these are slightly more portable, but still a big, bulky headphone, let's face it. But, the tradeoff is sheer luxury, sound quality, and to me, the build quality is fantastic and solid. Maybe Focals are better, i dunno, but my budget is not for $8000 phones, sorry. I know some have had issues with Hifiman's quality control, I haven't. I tend to baby my gear, anyway. I'm not about to lug these around outside all day long, etc. I was willing to bet on Hifiman again, and I'm so glad I did. These beauties showed up Sat. night and I unboxed them gingerly, tested them on the Fiio player with .wav files, hours of Miles Davis Quartet the Second box set, (Columbia CD edition) Wish You Were Here (latest remaster), and some Morton Feldman For Bunita Marcus by Aki Takahashi (newest Mode edition CD). All sounded sublime, but particularly the Miles Davis. This is half the reason to invest in Hifimans or planars or electrostatics, treating yourself to quality music, well recorded, etc. I'm a heavy metal fan too, but I wouldn't buy these whatsoever for speed or death metal. Get something with more slam and heavy bass if anything. Beats, whatever. Even if you're not a jazz or classical fan, and I'm mainly a rock/pop guy, or dance, these are a darned good reason to expand your horizons and get a good headphone amp, portable or not, a good high res player (not your phone!), and load it with HQ sources and you're in for a real treat. Put on John Coltrane's Heavyweight Champion box set and have a good ol' time. Steely Dan! Hells yes. As with the HE400Is, these open backs shine with the detail, wide soundstage, solid but not super deep bass (just "true" but with bass boost/EQ on it extends more), and shimmering, natural sounding treble. The mids are decent, if not super extended. But the mids are anything but "screechy" or sibilant, either. Comfort level of the pads, suspension, and headbar are off the charts, at least for me. My head is smaller so I don't even extend the bands. You can sit there with these or the 400Is for hours and never get fatigued, either your ears, or your head. They bleed sound in room....who cares!? Don't worry about it unless you're in a public space with tons of people near you. I think the treble in the 400Is might be a bit clearer, or sharper, but I'm not sure since I haven't used those in a while. This is extraordinary in the headphone world, where in my experience, cheap earbuds and headphones are often totally lacking in comfort. Pioneer, I'm talking to you! These actually seem very efficient for planars, my Fosi Audio amp powers them very easily, and I only have to crank them up a bit more than say, my Sennheiser Urbanites XL to achieve the same level. I wouldn't try this without an amp, however, and let's face it, planars will only truly shine utilizing a good amp, so get one! Though via your phone with a good amp would be fine, too. Don't bother with Bluetooth either, you'll only cheapen the experience, and degrade the signal. As for Bass-heads: these are NOT for bass heads. There is some good bass here, but it's not like nightclub Beats over the top super sub bass. What you get instead is some of the tightest, truest general deep bass you're going to ever hear. It's all about accuracy, in the bass, but, never clinical, either. The 400Ses are accurate, detailed, but warm, maybe a tiny tad "dark" sounding. For $100 these are a total steal, I believe. You can spend $1500 for Audezes, I'm sure they're worth every penny (they are, I've heard them), but if you're starting out with mid-Fi, or audiophile stuff, you can buy these and be confident that your $100 was spent very wisely indeed. Just don't take them to the beach, for goodness' sake! Even better running these from a really good desktop headphone amp or receiver, but portable amps will do fine! At 32 ohms and "high sensitivity," these shine with an amp but you won't push the amp beyond belief. They also look phenomenal with a beautiful black and silver metal suspension and those velour pads. OMG! Get them now before they are discont'ed and sell for $1000. A bit of burn-in time will likely' be a good idea, too.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Precise Sound and Comfortable Fit
*by R***R on March 11, 2023*

I have never owned or heard a planar headphone before. I am not a major audiophile, and the best headphones I have owned are V-Moda M-80, which I have had for a while, and Philips Fidelio X2HR, which I got a few weeks ago. I have been happy with both of these for casual listening, but wanted to try planar drivers without spending a lot of money. I decided to take a plunge with these entry level planars. I like the way they look. The colors are understated, and the size is about the same as the X2HRs. The build quality is not as good as the Philips cans, which use a lot more metal. The HE400se sound a bit more creaky when handling, and seem to be built with a much looser tolerance between parts. They do seem sturdy enough to last, but only time will tell. The headband is not as good as the Philips suspension support, but it is well cushioned, and better than how the V-Moda cans fit. The earpads are quite squishy, and distribute the clamping force quite well. Where these headphones shine is in the sound quality. The other two dynamic headphones I have aren't bad per se, but the bass seems to be a lot less crisp. Rapid changes in pitch never seem to get out of sync with the planar drivers, resulting in every drum hit, string pluck, and cymbal crash sound much more precise. These also resolve much more detail from layered songs, which make you notice nuances you miss with other headphones. I first drove these directly from my computer, and they seemed much quieter than my other phones. This is due to the planar drivers being more power hungry. I really couldn't drive them efficiently this way, as turning us the volume too much would cause my sound output start to clip. These issues were resolved after I added an cheap mini amp to boost the computer sound output, after which these came in line with the levels I was used to with my dynamic headphones. I also added an EQ profile to correct the response to be closer to the Harmon target. These now sound smooth, crisp, and detailed. The soundstage is nice, and the response is totally neutral. A great value for the money when you properly adjust the settings, and now my primary listening device. P.S. - This is getting to be an expensive hobby, or is it actually rising to the level of an addiction? I got a Fiio BTR5 and a balanced cable and matched them to this. The balanced signal is much louder and the output level is comparable to other headphones now. I can't tell if it made the sound quality better over the single ended 3.5 connection, but it certainly didn't make it worse, and louder is better, am I right?

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