HE1000 Unveiled vs Audeze LCD-4
The LCD-4's sensitivity is 97 dB against the HE1000 Unveiled's 95 dB, its impedance 200Ω against 28Ω, its high-frequency extension 50 kHz against 65 kHz, and its low-frequency extension 5 Hz against 8 Hz.
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The HE1000 Unveiled represents the latest evolution in HIFIMAN's flagship planar magnetic headphone series, designed for audiophiles demanding summit-fi performance. This fully open-back design eliminates traditional mesh grilles, replacing them with an innovative Window Shade design that minimizes sound wave reflection and refraction. The headphones feature HIFIMAN's proprietary Stealth Magnet technology—specially shaped magnets designed to minimize turbulence and reduce sound wave reflection, allowing audio signals to pass through magnetic gaps without degradation. Equipped with an exceptionally thin nanometer-thickness diaphragm, the HE1000 Unveiled delivers low distortion and high transient response for a lifelike and immersive listening experience. The ultra-light membrane moves rapidly to produce an expansive range of dynamics and intricate details, accurately capturing the subtleties of every note. The headphones come with three sets of cables: a 3m XLR balanced cable, a 3m 6.35mm single-ended cable, and a 1.5m 3.5mm single-ended cable. Included magnetic veils allow customization of the acoustic presentation. The design prioritizes comfort with a lightweight construction and leather headband that distributes weight over a large head area.
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The LCD-4's sensitivity is 97 dB against the HE1000 Unveiled's 95 dB, its impedance 200Ω against 28Ω, its high-frequency extension 50 kHz against 65 kHz, and its low-frequency extension 5 Hz against 8 Hz.
The Isvarna's sensitivity is 93 dB against the HE1000 Unveiled's 95 dB, its impedance 16Ω against 28Ω, its high-frequency extension 60 kHz against 65 kHz, and its low-frequency extension 6 Hz against 8 Hz.
The E3 Closed-Back Planar Magnetic's impedance is 27Ω against the HE1000 Unveiled's 28Ω, its sensitivity 90 dB against 95 dB, its low-frequency extension 20 Hz against 8 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 20 kHz against 65 kHz.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The HE1000 matches the HE1000 Unveiled on sensitivity (95 dB), impedance (28Ω), low-frequency extension (8 Hz), and high-frequency extension (65 kHz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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