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HiFiMan Edition XS Planar Magnetic Headphones The headphones are in excellent condition, I can provide a copy of the invoice, they were purchased in April 2023 and not used much. They come with the original 3.5mm cable and the original cardboard box. Condition: Excellent Payment Method: Paypal, EFT, Cash on Pickup Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By eLicky 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $425 Date: August 4, 20241 yr
A$425 is a fair, slightly ambitious ask for a used Hifiman Edition XS in excellent condition, sitting just above the 75th percentile of A$418 from recent AUD comps. It’s not a bargain, but it’s close to the top of the typical used range, so value hinges on the “excellent” claim and what’s included.
The Edition XS is a well-regarded open-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers big, airy sound with impressive detail and low distortion at its price point—often praised for outperforming many dynamic drivers in the sub-A$500 range. If this listing is from an original owner with original accessories (case, cables) and no wear beyond light use, it’s a solid buy for enthusiasts wanting planar performance without the premium. No red flags here if the condition is truly excellent; just verify the fit and earpad integrity before committing.
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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