{"product_id":"hifiman-he600-headphones-open-box","title":"Hifiman HE600 Headphones - Open Box","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"378\"\u003eA Modern Take on a Legendary Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"625\"\u003eThe HE600 reimagines HIFIMAN’s iconic HE6 with updated materials, refined engineering, and a more comfortable design. It aims to capture the power and dynamics of the original while improving day-to-day usability for today’s headphone listener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eReinventing a Classic Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"666\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eThe HE600 has been tuned to replicate the original HE6’s energetic, detail-rich presentation. With a sensitivity rating of 94dB and a low 28-ohm impedance, it can be driven by a wider range of modern headphone amplifiers than the HE6, which notoriously demanded speaker-amp-level power. This lowers the barrier to entry without discarding the performance pedigree. However, at 94db, it means the HE600 still needs a decent amount of power. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003eAdvanced Magnet Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eHIFIMAN introduces a rare-earth-free permanent magnet system in the HE600. Engineered to minimize distortion while preserving detail and dynamics, this approach also reduces reliance on rare-earth materials. It’s a technical and environmental shift that delivers comparable control to neodymium-based designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eSecond-Generation NEO Supernano Diaphragm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eThe HE600’s diaphragm is now just 60% of the thickness of the original HE6 membrane. This ultra-lightweight film improves transient response and fine detail retrieval, with faster attack and decay across the frequency spectrum. The result is more lifelike dynamics and improved resolution while maintaining the planar driver’s signature clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eComfort and Practical Design Updates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2488\"\u003eThe original HE6 was known as much for its sound as for its weight. The HE600 trims that down to 389g, paired with HIFIMAN’s 2nd-generation composite headband for better balance and rotatable hinges that conform to different head shapes. Memory foam FocusPads wrapped in pleather and velour provide a secure yet breathable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2639\"\u003eConnectivity also gets an upgrade: new 3.5mm connectors sit at a 10-degree angle to reduce strain on cables, ensuring longevity under repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3217\" data-end=\"3252\"\u003eWhat This Means for Listeners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003eThe HE600 positions itself as a more approachable successor to the HE6: easier to pair with modern amps, more comfortable for long listening sessions, and still tuned for speed, dynamics, and fine detail. For fans of the HE6’s legacy, it promises a faithful update with less compromise in usability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3253\" data-end=\"3554\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- HE600 vs Arya Stealth vs HE-6 | Comparison Block --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"hp-compare\" style=\"font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #111; line-height: 1.45; margin: 28px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: 1.6rem; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eCompare: HIFIMAN HE600 vs Arya Stealth vs HE-6\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0 0 18px; color: #444;\"\u003eSide-by-side differences that matter for power needs, comfort, and sound. (Numbers are manufacturer published or widely accepted norms; see note at the end.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-grid\" style=\"display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1.2fr 1fr 1fr 1fr; gap: 12px;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Header row --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-colhead\" style=\"background: #f7f7f7; padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHE600\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #666;\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-colhead\" style=\"background: #f7f7f7; padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArya Stealth\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #666;\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-colhead\" style=\"background: #f7f7f7; padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHE-6 (OG)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size: .9rem; color: #666;\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Tuning \/ Sound --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; background: #fff; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eTuning \/ Sound\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eHE6-inspired: punchy dynamics, clear upper-mids\/treble, tight planar bass. More energetic than relaxed.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eWide, airy presentation; smooth upper-treble from Stealth magnets; slightly leaner low-mids than HE600.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eClassic HE6 energy: visceral macro-dynamics, vivid presence; can sound intense on bright chains.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Stage \u0026 Imaging --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eStage \u0026amp; Imaging\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eNatural stage, precise center image; not the widest, strong focus.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eNotably wider stage; very open feel with stable imaging.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eGood depth and impact; width depends heavily on amp pairing.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Impedance --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e28 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e32 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~50 Ω\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Sensitivity --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~94 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e~83–84 dB\u003c\/strong\u003e (very low)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Drive \/ Power Guidance --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eDrive \/ Power Guidance\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eBenefits from solid desktop amps; plays from mid-power headphone amps (target ≥1–2 Vrms).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eSimilar ask to HE600; performs best with clean desktop power (≥1–2 Vrms, good current).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eNeeds \u003cem\u003ea lot\u003c\/em\u003e of power; recommend headphone amps with high current output\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Weight --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e389 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~404 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e~500 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Comfort \u0026 Build --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eComfort \u0026amp; Build\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eNew composite headband w\/ rotatable hinges; FocusPads (velour + pleather) for softer clamp.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eLarge cups, suspended headband; breathable pads; very comfortable for most heads.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eOlder chassis; heavier and stiffer clamp; comfort varies widely by user.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Connectors --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eConnectors\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDual 3.5 mm (angled ~10°) at the cups\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDual 3.5 mm at the cups\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eVaries by revision; commonly screw-on or 2.5 mm* adapters used\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Frequency Response --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eFrequency Response (claimed)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e8 Hz – 65 kHz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e8 Hz – 65 kHz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e8 Hz – 65 kHz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Who It's For --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003eWho it’s for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eListeners who want HE6-style punch and clarity with saner power needs and better comfort.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eStage lovers who prefer a wide, airy image and a slightly leaner, ultra-clean presentation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003ePower users who enjoy extreme dynamics and don’t mind heavy amps and heavier fit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Quick Pros \/ Cons --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hp-rowhead\" style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; font-weight: 600;\"\u003ePros \/ Cons (quick)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePros:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dynamic slam, HE6-like energy, lighter chassis, angled connectors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Still wants real desktop power; energetic treble chain-dependent.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePros:\u003c\/strong\u003e Big soundstage, smooth treble from Stealth magnets, very comfy.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaner low-mids; benefits from quality current delivery.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePros:\u003c\/strong\u003e Huge dynamics and bite; cult favorite with the right amp.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely hard to drive; heaviest of the three; comfort varies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 12px 0 0; font-size: .85rem; color: #666;\"\u003e*Notes: HE-6 specifications and connector style vary by early\/late runs; sensitivity is widely reported around the low-80s dB and requires unusually high output. Arya Stealth figures are typical published values and may vary slightly by batch. For best results with HE600 and Arya Stealth, plan on a clean desktop amp with solid voltage and current delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Mobile stacking --\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n    @media (max-width: 900px){\n      .hp-grid{ grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n      .hp-colhead{ text-align:left; }\n      .hp-rowhead{ background:#fafafa; }\n    }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHIFIMAN HE600 Technical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; color: #111;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background: #f7f7f7; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea; width: 40%;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e8 Hz – 65 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e28 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e94 dB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003e389 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDriver Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic with 2nd Gen NEO Supernano Diaphragm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eMagnet Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eRare-Earth-Free permanent magnet materials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eHeadband\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eComposite with rotatable hinges (2nd generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eEar Pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eFocusPad (memory foam wrapped in pleather and velour)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eConnectors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #eaeaea;\"\u003eDual 3.5mm angled at 10°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- HIFIMAN HE600 What's in the Box --\u003e\n\u003csection style=\"font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, Segoe UI, Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; color: #111; margin: 24px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 1.4rem; margin: 0 0 12px;\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 18px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHIFIMAN HE600 Planar Magnetic Headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable dual 3.5mm headphone cable (with angled connectors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.35mm (1\/4\") adapter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty card \u0026amp; user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Hifiman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42722490089543,"sku":"HFM-HE600-OPEN","price":649.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1791\/0383\/files\/HifimanHE60041024x1024.jpg?v=1757705153","url":"https:\/\/headphones.com\/products\/hifiman-he600-headphones-open-box","provider":"Headphones.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}