HIFIMAN HE-400I over Ear Full-Size Planar Magnetic Headphones - US $241.60 (~AU $304.71) Shipped @ Hifimanofficial eBay

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  jjcf on 03/08/2017 - 20:25

  +1

  If ever there were a case for buying something locally so you can return it when it falls apart…

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  lostn on 03/08/2017 - 20:29

  If the cups are touching when not in use, what's the clamping force like when on your head?

  I've heard a lot of good things about these, but they aren't lookers that's for sure.

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    Benno123 on 03/08/2017 - 20:45

    +2

    They're like pillows on your ears. I know it doesn't look it, and the clamping force is obviously very strong, but they're the most comfortable pair of headphones I've worn and I barely notice them.

    Also it's probably worth noting for the benefit of everyone, Massdrop are launching the Hifiman HE4XX's tomorrow for US$170 + shipping. They have a different headband but they'll most likely sound similar.

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      Untameable on 03/08/2017 - 21:34

      How does something like this compare to QC35?

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        lostn on 03/08/2017 - 21:42

        They're completely different headphones for different use cases.

        QC35 is for portable use (wireless + ANC + closed back). These are for home use (wired + open).

        If you're comparing how they sound at home in a quiet environment, there's no contest. These will kill the QC35. They're audiophile approved headphones. The Bose aren't.

        I wouldn't recommend these for on the go however. They let outside sound in and there's no noise canceling. That's what the Bose are for.

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      lostn on 03/08/2017 - 21:41

      That's $30 cheaper than Sennheiser HD6xx.

      How does it compare to those?

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        beeze on 03/08/2017 - 22:05

        These are planar, not a standard cone and coil design. stick with what you know or do some reading on the pros and cons of planar.

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        lostn on 03/08/2017 - 22:14

        @noone025: Hmm. They're heavy.

        Did some research but nothing can be a substitute to actually listening to them. Do you know any place that has them on display for listening?

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        beeze on 04/08/2017 - 18:48

        @lostn:
        Probably not this brand, but high end hifi shops may stock a planar product. need to be powered with a high wattage amp (so, not a cheap combo).

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      wfdTamar on 04/08/2017 - 11:50

      https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-hifiman-he4xx-planar…

      US$185 delivered (A$248)