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HiFiMan Jade 2 Electrostatic Headphone Energiser like new condition. Can be used with Pro-bias Stax headphones like Lambda series, SR-L300/500/700, SR-007, 009/009S, X1000, X9000 etc. Can be shipped at buyer's cost Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: Paypal, EFT, Cash on Pickup Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By EYEFI 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $370 Date: April 18, 20251 yr
Is AUD370 for a used Hifiman Jade II electrostatic system a steal or a red flag? At that price, it's an absolute bargain—typical used market value for a complete set in good nick hovers around AUD1,500–2,200, factoring in the original AUD3,500–4,000 new bundle (headphones plus amp). Even bare headphones alone fetch AUD800–1,200 secondhand, so this screams potential mislisting or distress sale, but only if it's the full system including the hefty energiser amp.
Before biting, verify it's the complete Jade II setup with functioning 550–650V bias voltage—test the amp thoroughly, as electrostatic PSUs fail early and repairs are pricey. Check for original box, cables, and no diaphragm dust or coating degradation; these lightweight cans (365g) are finicky after 5+ years, prone to static issues without proper storage. Pass if amp's missing.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Hifiman traces its origins to 2005, when Dr. Fang Bian, a chemist with a lifelong passion for audio electronics, founded Head-Direct in the United States as an online retailer and headphone developer. By 2007, he rebranded to Hifiman, relocating manufacturing and R&D to Tianjin, China, while maintaining sales operations in the US and beyond. This fusion of American entrepreneurial drive and Chinese production expertise propelled the brand from modest in-ear monitors to global prominence.
The company specializes in high-end headphones, particularly planar-magnetic and electrostatic models renowned for their detail and soundstage, alongside complementary portable digital audio players, headphone amplifiers, and cables. Early milestones like the 2009 HM-801—the first pocket-sized high-resolution player—and the HE-5 planar headphones established its innovative edge, with co-founder Binwu He pioneering planar technology integration.
Hifiman commands a elite position in the audiophile market as a high-end leader, delivering reference-grade performance that rivals legacy brands. Its products earn consistent acclaim for transparency and musicality, appealing to discerning buyers seeking uncompromising planar transduction without vintage pretensions or mid-tier compromises.
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