Welcome to my review of the HiFiMan Edition XS which retails for around $459.

Key Features

• NEO Supernano Diaphragm – the new NSD is 75% thinner than previous designs , more detail and more sonics
• Stealth Magnets – enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference
• Natural, wide soundstage puts you in the best seat in the house
• Headband – designed for max comfort , filled with high grade memory foam
• HiFiman 3.5mm sockets standard audio size , changeable and replaceable
• Frequency response 8hz – 50kHz
• Impedance 18 ohms
• Sensitivity 92dB
• Weight 405g

Audio Music Test Tracks

Below are the key music tracks that I use in every audio review. Many other songs are listened to as well.

– Roxy Music – True to Life (Remastered)
– Leonard Cohen – In My Secret Life
– Massive Attack – Unfinished Sympathy (2012 Mix Master)
– Eric Clapton – Layla (Acoustic Live at MTV Unplugged)
– Axel F – From Beverly Hills Cop
– Natalie Merchant – Ophelia
– CeeLo Green – Bright Lights Bigger City
– Stevie Ray Vaughan – Tin Pan Alley
– K.D. Lang – Constant Craving
– Nigel Kennedy – The New Four Seasons
– Hans Zimmer – Mountains

Video Review & Comparisons

Conclusion

The HiFiMan Edition XS redefine what is possible at the $500 mark. Truly exceptional sounding. Highly recommended 9.5/10.

Useful Links

HiFiMan – https://store.hifiman.com/index.php/edition-xs.html