I have had Organic and it is by far the one with the loosest grip, and I found that it was actually a good idea for it to be so loose, it helped a lot with the comfort, when I got HEKS I immediately felt the more grip strength that it makes, in long sessions it is noticeable and can be annoying, so I also loosened it to make it more like Organic, and it is much better now, more comfortable and seems lighter you feel its presence less, I wouldn't be surprised if by not exerting so much pressure may sound more airy, I got that impression.
Hifiman HE1000 Planar Dynamic Headphone
Bansaku
1000+ Head-Fier
Headphone stand? I think not. Got this mannequin head at Value Village for $2 durning Halloween a few years back.
As you can see, my HE1000 Stealth is wearing a a wool torque. I tell you, comfort is increased by quite a bit plus it protects the leather. Win win!
As you can see, my HE1000 Stealth is wearing a a wool torque. I tell you, comfort is increased by quite a bit plus it protects the leather. Win win!
chargedcapacitor
500+ Head-Fier
I fear that would wear down the pads quicker, and foam particles could rub off and make their way into the drivers.Headphone stand? I think not. Got this mannequin head at Value Village for $2 durning Halloween a few years back.
As you can see, my HE1000 Stealth is wearing a a wool torque. I tell you, comfort is increased by quite a bit plus it protects the leather. Win win!
Bansaku
1000+ Head-Fier
The foam is hard and smooth, it doesn't. Had many, including my HD 600 on this head for years without any issue. The only thing I did notice was when I had my AKG 340 with aftermarket replacement pads on it the dye from the pads ever so slightly seeped into the texture of the foam, but that was due to them siting un-used for months and the pads themselves were not exactly Brainwavz or Dekoni.
Oratory's PEQ settings for HE1000 Stealth:
For RME ADI-2 (which has a built-in limit for 7 filters).
I'm surprised but it sounds better to my ears than the next standard 10 filters PEQ.
Standard Harman 2018 over-ear (10 filters).
For RME ADI-2 (which has a built-in limit for 7 filters).
I'm surprised but it sounds better to my ears than the next standard 10 filters PEQ.
Standard Harman 2018 over-ear (10 filters).
bagwell359
Headphoneus Supremus
Planers have magnetic force many times greater then an HD-600. So any such headphones kept in the open is going to draw cooking fumes, small magnetic particles - anything that has a charge. I advise everyone to keep their headphones in the OG box, or some other means that keeps them from exposure when not in use. If air tight better use something that absorbs moisture in with it. The fabric on both sides of the driver keeps large items from getting to the mylar, but, useless against fumes.
As for your "head" I do think you are compressing your pads over time.
chargedcapacitor
500+ Head-Fier
When it comes to EQ, less is usually more. Having 5 filters accomplish 99% of what 10 or more filters do is always preferable.
Bansaku
1000+ Head-Fier
Honestly, I'd just ignore the bass and treble adjustments, bringing the EQ to only 5 filters.
I find the bass WAY too overpowering, and the treble neutered, both I have no issue with at stock frequencies.
Has anyone here bought their Hifimans off of AliExpress? Their 11/11 sale is currently ongoing but I wonder how good of an idea it would be to order from sellers on there. I was particularly looking at this listing for the HE1000v2. Any insight would be much appreciated.
andrewchoppa
500+ Head-Fier
Not sure what country you're in - Im in Oz. Better prices for me on Ebay and through Hifiman direct (only slightly). I actually paid a little more for my HEK Stealths and bought from Addicted To Audio in Melbourne but I have no hesitation buying from Ebay, ALiExpres, Amazon etc.
I've ordered cables and cheaper products through AliExpress. I ordered a Topping amp a little while back (needed a portable unit to take a way with me) and it got sent to wrong address in another state. Never got it and was a slow process but did eventually get full refund. AliExpree are very good like that IMO (but seller was a pain in the arse!!!).
I'm in the US, the cheapest option for HEKv2 in the US is from Amazon at $1540 including taxes. On AliExpress, I'm able to buy for $1296 including taxes (also have another $75 of cashback I can apply on top of it).
Just a bit worried about counterfeits or the possibility that they ship a Stealth version over instead of the OG v2. Amazon will take free returns and will probably deliver by next week, AliExpress will probably take till December to arrive and returns might be a nightmare. Just wondering if it's worth the mental stress to get from AliExpress; savings would be over $300 if I ordered from them.
borkenarrou
500+ Head-Fier
I haven't purchased any Hifiman products from Aliexpress, but purchased lots of other stuffs from there like my Topping A90D / D90, never had a issue so far, but I still think return can be a hassle, if you do purchase please check seller rating / reviews and for how long he is selling, the platform itself is quite reliable but seller service can differ.
P.S. I purchased my HE1000 V2 from headamp.com last year, I got it for $1599 when it was retailing for $1999, maybe you can drop a message to their customer support if they can get you one, they are quite helpful and are open to some bargaining.
andrewchoppa
500+ Head-Fier
Yes $300 USD (about $500 AUD) is a big deal.
Check out Underwood in USA. https://www.underwoodhifi.com/products/hifiman
Stealths are $1399 and V2 says $1999 but I'm sure I saw them recently for $1399 too. They say to call for best price. SE are also $1999 but says call for best price. I reckon you'd get $1399 or maybe even lower for the V2 - I would definitely call them!
It's a long shot but you could try calling or emailing Hifiman USA customer service and ask them for a price match.
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