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product_id: 381703789
title: "HE400se HiFi Headphones for Mobile Use with Stealth Magnet Technology, Silver, Adjustable (packaging may vary)"
brand: "hifiman"
price: "R5792"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Hifiman"
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region: South Africa
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# 25Ω low impedance for mobile ease Planar magnetic driver for crisp sound Bevelled ear pads for noise isolation HE400se HiFi Headphones for Mobile Use with Stealth Magnet Technology, Silver, Adjustable (packaging may vary)

**Brand:** hifiman
**Price:** R5792
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your mobile sound game with stealth precision and all-day comfort!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HE400se HiFi Headphones for Mobile Use with Stealth Magnet Technology, Silver, Adjustable (packaging may vary) by hifiman
- **How much does it cost?** R5792 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/381703789-he400se-hifi-headphones-for-mobile-use-with-stealth-magnet-technology)

## Best For

- hifiman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hifiman brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Comfort Meets Isolation:** Bevelled ear pads deliver superior noise isolation and temperature regulation for marathon listening sessions.
- • **Customizable & Versatile:** Easily swap cables with standard 3.5mm connectors to match your style and setup.
- • **Mobile-Ready Low Impedance:** Effortless pairing with smartphones and portable devices for on-the-go audiophiles.
- • **Lightweight, Ergonomic Design:** Optimized headband and plush materials ensure all-day comfort without fatigue.
- • **Stealth Magnet Planar Drivers:** Experience ultra-clear, distortion-free sound with cutting-edge planar magnetic technology.

## Overview

The HiFiMAN HE400se headphones combine low 25Ω impedance and high 91dB sensitivity for seamless mobile use. Featuring advanced planar magnetic drivers with Stealth Magnet Technology, they deliver clear, detailed audio across a wide 20Hz-20kHz frequency range. Designed with bevelled ear pads for noise isolation and temperature control, plus an optimized lightweight headband, these headphones offer premium comfort and versatility with easily replaceable cables. A top-tier choice for professionals seeking high-fidelity sound on the move.

## Description

Specifications:Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHzImpedance: 25OhmsSensitivity: 91dBWeight: 390g

Review: Killer bargain! - Got these headphones at an absolute steal of a price at a special limited price of only £69 which at that price it would be damn right rude not to add these to my growing headphone collection. These at that price or in fact any headphone below £150 I would say are the best bargain in HiFi land. Build quality is really not that bad, I have heard lots of negative reviews on the build quality of Hifiman headphones but I do think that was based on earlier models or production runs as they seem to have now got their act together on build quality. The headphones are well built and use of decent enough materials with a mix of metal and plastic. The pads are comfortable and big enough to accomodate my slightly larger than average ears. A mix of soft pleather with a fabric surround as where it touches your head, comfort is very good in my opinion. The cable is decent enough and they have upgraded this cable from earlier 400 models, fitting an aftermarket cable is easy enough as the fittings are standard 3.5mm connectors and you can easily run these balanced too with a cable without breaking the bank. I run these on my Fiio K9 Dac amp on medium gain at around 2pm on the dial and I do listen loud on my 58 year old ears. Sound is extremely clear and present with stonking amounts of smooth treble detail presented. Mids are quite forward but very present and vocals in your face if you like that kind of presentation (not unlike Grado presentation). Bass is very good , definitely not bloated or muddy but it does dig quite deep and has a decent amount of sub bass before rolling off. Soundstage is not huge but definitely bigger than my HD600 but imaging is not so precise as that reference headphone. Imaging is good enough though especially for a headphone at this price point. If you can get this headphone below £100 its a no brainer provided you have a half decent amp to power them, even at their list price now on here at £129 I do think these are stellar value to get into the FUN of Planar Magnetics. Out and out recommendation from me!
Review: For the price they're an absolute bargain. - Had these headphones for a few days now, I bought them having previously owned the HE400S about 10 years ago which I liked a lot, back then they cost £249, so to find the latest improved version available for just £83 I had to give them a try. I first consulted Audio Science Review online who did an in depth measurements and analysis of them a few years ago, they rated them very highly so I thought I was on safe ground. The headphones are reasonably light weight and don't give any discomfort after prolonged listening sessions, the ear pads are very comfortable and suit the size of my ears, the clamping force is a nice tightness level. Straight out of the box they sound extremely good with very good clarity and a very well balanced sound with no part of the frequency range being overemphasised, for a planar open back design the bass is not as deep as with a closed back headphone but it has good definition and texture if lacking a little slam. I drive them with a WiiM Ultra streaming preamp which has plenty of drive as they are slightly below average sensitivity, the WiiM also has parametric EQ which Is useful to tweak spot frequencies to optimise the sound balance. For the price they're very well made and should last if looked after, some cheap headphones tend to have non removable ear pads, these do, so if down the line they wear out replacements can be obtained. Cable is of good quality and fine for use with my portable music player, at home as I'm about 8ft away from the WiiM I have had to buy an extension cable. For the price and performance they definitely deserve a 5* rating.

## Features

- The perfect mobile companion - low impedance, high efficiency
- Mag(net)ic attraction - Planar magnetic driver design
- Bevelled ear pads - noise isolation and temperature compensation
- Optimised headband - Beautiful, lighter and more comfortable to wear
- Extremely versatile – simply replace the headphone cable

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B08ZJM3N22 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Mobile Use, Studio Monitoring, Versatile Cable Replacement |
| Audio Driver Type | Planar Magnetic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | 375 in Open-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.0 |
| Box Contents | Cable, 3.5mm Jack Adapter |
| Brand | HIFIMAN |
| Brand Name | HIFIMAN |
| Cable Features | Retractable |
| Colour | Silver |
| Compatible Devices | Cellphones, Tablets, Laptops, Desktops |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Noise Control |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 557 Reviews |
| Ear placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-ear |
| Enclosure Material | Leather |
| Form factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 15Hz-50kHz |
| Headphone Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3,5 millimeters (6,35 Adapter enthalten) |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 25 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Is Electric | No |
| Item Weight | 385 Grams |
| Manufacturer | HIFIMAN |
| Model Name | HE400se |
| Model Number | HE400se-stealth |
| Network Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
| Noise control | Sound Isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Stealth Magnet Technology |
| Product Warranty | 2 year manufacturer |
| Sensitivity | 91 dB |
| Series Number | 400 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Travel, General Use |
| Style Name | Modern" or "Contemporary |
| Theme | Headphones |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HIFIMAN
- **Colour:** Silver
- **Connectivity technology:** Wired
- **Ear placement:** Over Ear
- **Form factor:** Over Ear
- **Headphone jack:** 3,5 millimeters (6,35 Adapter enthalten)
- **Impedance:** 25 Ohms
- **Model name:** HE400se
- **Noise control:** Sound Isolation
- **Sensitivity:** 91 dB

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Killer bargain!
*by P***N on 19 August 2024*

Got these headphones at an absolute steal of a price at a special limited price of only £69 which at that price it would be damn right rude not to add these to my growing headphone collection. These at that price or in fact any headphone below £150 I would say are the best bargain in HiFi land. Build quality is really not that bad, I have heard lots of negative reviews on the build quality of Hifiman headphones but I do think that was based on earlier models or production runs as they seem to have now got their act together on build quality. The headphones are well built and use of decent enough materials with a mix of metal and plastic. The pads are comfortable and big enough to accomodate my slightly larger than average ears. A mix of soft pleather with a fabric surround as where it touches your head, comfort is very good in my opinion. The cable is decent enough and they have upgraded this cable from earlier 400 models, fitting an aftermarket cable is easy enough as the fittings are standard 3.5mm connectors and you can easily run these balanced too with a cable without breaking the bank. I run these on my Fiio K9 Dac amp on medium gain at around 2pm on the dial and I do listen loud on my 58 year old ears. Sound is extremely clear and present with stonking amounts of smooth treble detail presented. Mids are quite forward but very present and vocals in your face if you like that kind of presentation (not unlike Grado presentation). Bass is very good , definitely not bloated or muddy but it does dig quite deep and has a decent amount of sub bass before rolling off. Soundstage is not huge but definitely bigger than my HD600 but imaging is not so precise as that reference headphone. Imaging is good enough though especially for a headphone at this price point. If you can get this headphone below £100 its a no brainer provided you have a half decent amp to power them, even at their list price now on here at £129 I do think these are stellar value to get into the FUN of Planar Magnetics. Out and out recommendation from me!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ For the price they're an absolute bargain.
*by S***I on 13 June 2026*

Had these headphones for a few days now, I bought them having previously owned the HE400S about 10 years ago which I liked a lot, back then they cost £249, so to find the latest improved version available for just £83 I had to give them a try. I first consulted Audio Science Review online who did an in depth measurements and analysis of them a few years ago, they rated them very highly so I thought I was on safe ground. The headphones are reasonably light weight and don't give any discomfort after prolonged listening sessions, the ear pads are very comfortable and suit the size of my ears, the clamping force is a nice tightness level. Straight out of the box they sound extremely good with very good clarity and a very well balanced sound with no part of the frequency range being overemphasised, for a planar open back design the bass is not as deep as with a closed back headphone but it has good definition and texture if lacking a little slam. I drive them with a WiiM Ultra streaming preamp which has plenty of drive as they are slightly below average sensitivity, the WiiM also has parametric EQ which Is useful to tweak spot frequencies to optimise the sound balance. For the price they're very well made and should last if looked after, some cheap headphones tend to have non removable ear pads, these do, so if down the line they wear out replacements can be obtained. Cable is of good quality and fine for use with my portable music player, at home as I'm about 8ft away from the WiiM I have had to buy an extension cable. For the price and performance they definitely deserve a 5* rating.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Superb starter planar
*by M***N on 13 July 2026*

These are wonderful cans, very clean delivery for the price, bear in mind though they are only 20-20 khz-hz so don't expect airy detail, but do expect good precision at those frequencies. Easy to drive, work well with low to mid range DACs, on premium DACs you will start to see/hear their limitations so I can't recommend to the ultra connoisseur. For music very enjoyable detailed enough resolve quite fast, bass is not bad can get a bit warbly if you push it too high, but keep the EQ in the lower bass range and it will give you punch back. Open back so soundstage is wide and they can really surprise you when their is some extreme panning going on. Which leads nicely to gaming and films. I watched the entirety of hail Mary with these and it was a sublime experience. They handled the at times extremely complex soundtrack and FX with ease, separating all of the action into easily definable parts, I didn't cry btw, honest....As for gaming you can apply the same traits, great stage, great weight of effects, gunfire, explosions etc, ritual surround is really nice actually, something about that frequency range and virtualization that when on conjunction give a real dome of sound effect. So yeah you can't go far wrong with these.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-08*