More than 15 years after the original became one of the most respected planar magnetic headphones ever made, HIFIMAN has brought the iconic HE6 back to life. The new HIFIMAN HE6 Remastered preserves the sound that made the original a favorite among audiophiles while introducing a more comfortable design for long listening sessions.
Rather than reinventing the HE6, HIFIMAN has focused on refining it. The company has retained the original planar magnetic driver architecture that helped establish the headphone's reputation for exceptional detail, an expansive soundstage, and impressive dynamics.
A More Comfortable Classic
The most noticeable upgrade comes in the form of a redesigned composite headband. This new construction reduces the overall weight from 550 grams to 522 grams, making the HE6 Remastered significantly more comfortable to wear over extended listening sessions.
According to HIFIMAN, this is the most ergonomic version of the HE6 ever produced, offering improved weight distribution without altering the headphone's distinctive acoustic performance.
Classic Planar Magnetic Technology
At the heart of the HE6 Remastered is HIFIMAN's ultra-thin Nanometer Thickness Diaphragm, a technology that has become one of the company's defining innovations in the high-end headphone market.
The extremely lightweight diaphragm is designed to deliver rapid transient response, exceptionally low distortion, and outstanding resolution across the frequency range. These characteristics helped make the original HE6 famous for its transparent and highly revealing presentation, although they also meant the headphones required a powerful amplifier to perform at their best.
Refined Construction
While the original HE6 featured a brass grille and reinforcing ribs to protect the driver assembly and strengthen the magnetic structure, HIFIMAN has refined the design over the years. Advances in manufacturing have allowed the company to remove these components without compromising durability, resulting in a lighter overall construction.
Despite the physical changes, the technical specifications remain faithful to the original concept. The HE6 Remastered offers a sensitivity of 83.5 dB, a 50-ohm impedance, and a claimed frequency response extending from 8 Hz to 65 kHz.
Price and Availability
The HIFIMAN HE6 Remastered is available now with a suggested retail price of $1,899.
The original HE6 remains in HIFIMAN's lineup at $1,299, giving enthusiasts the choice between the classic model and the updated Remastered version. For listeners seeking the legendary HE6 sound combined with improved comfort and a more modern construction, the HE6 Remastered represents the company's latest interpretation of one of its most celebrated headphones.
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