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HIFIMAN Ananda Over-Ear Full-Size Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones with Stealth Magnet, Comfortable Earpads, Detachable Cable for Home and Studio

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Features

  • Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet: Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference. HIFIMANs advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range.
  • NEO supernano Diaphragm (NsD)- Hear what you have been missing: The all new NsD is 80% thinner than previous designs resulting in a faster more detailed response while retaining lush musicality never before possible. At between 1 to 2 microns thick, the NsD diaphragm sets all be standards.
  • High Sensitivity: High Sensitivity allows use with virtually any smartphone or portable audio device. Low distortion and amazing sound quality.
  • Window Shade Grill Design greatly reduces sonic reflections for clearer sound; Asymmetrical Ear Cups follows the natural shape of the human ear; Hybrid Headband Design: ANANDA has a carefully designed weight dispersing strap allowing the headband to afford outstanding levels of long-term comfort. The sleek and sumptuous matte black finish is combined with a metal construction for maximum durability; Making Connections ANANDA comes with our updated 3.5mm headphone connectors.
  • Efficient Planar Performance: ANANDA is the culmination of years of development, lightweight, ultra-fine planar drivers at their heart sing with unmatched agility and power sensitivity. Unparalleled Portable Audio Performance: ANANDA is the perfect companion for the portable devices, a sonic match made in heaven allowing you to experience sonic bliss wherever you may be.

Brand: HIFIMAN


Model Name: Ananda


Color: Black


Form Factor: Over Ear


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Brand: HIFIMAN


Model Name: Ananda


Included Components: Cable


Age Range (Description): Adult


Model Number: Ananda


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Number of Items: 1


Form Factor: Over Ear


Ear Placement: Over Ear


Item Weight: 14.07 Ounces


Color: Black


Warranty Description: 3-Year Hifiman Warranty


Special Feature: Lightweight


Control Type: Media Control


Cable Feature: Detachable


Material: Metal


Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant


Impedance: 27 Ohm


Sensitivity: 103.00


Noise Control: None


Connectivity Technology: Wired


Headphones Jack: 3.5 mm Jack


Compatible Devices: Compatible with devices with 3.5mm audio jack such as iPhone, androids, iPad, iPod, laptops, tablets, computers, Mac, etc.


Frequently asked questions

The Stealth Magnet feature in Ananda Headphones refers to the impressive magnet technology that allows for an acoustically transparent sound without interference. It enhances the sound quality and audio detail significantly by reducing wave diffraction turbulence which cuts distortion, delivering a more pure or 'stealth' audio.

Planar magnetic technology in headphones ensures a superior audio experience. It uses a magnetic field to activate the diaphragm, which results in highly accurate sound reproduction. The Ananda Headphones have a very thin diaphragm, which means they can reproduce insanely fast and detailed audio.

Yes, absolutely. The Ananda Headphones are designed with comfortable earpads that are suitable for extended wear. They are made with material that is gentle on the skin and provides a secure but comfortable fit. This makes them perfect for home, studio, or extended use.

Yes, you can. The Ananda Headphones come with a detachable cable. This means you can easily replace it in case it gets damaged or if you want a customized cable for a particular use. The detachable cable also makes it more convenient for storage and transportation.

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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The HIFIMAN Ananda headphones are highly rated by users for their exceptional sound quality and clarity across various frequencies. While some users consider these headphones to have a bit of a large fit, overall, most reviewers express satisfaction, particularly with the sound quality which is described as superior to other brands such as Sennheiser. The headphones' comfort level may require some adjustment, but the impeccable sound profile outweighs the minor discomfort for the majority of users.

Pros

  • 🎧 Outstanding sound clarity and range, capable of producing frequencies not heard with other headphones.
  • 💡 Exceptional performance with high-quality sources, making the listening experience quite a revelation.
  • 👍 Comfortable, adjustable fit with a generous cable length.
  • 🤑 Considered great value for money compared to other high-end stereo gear.

Cons

  • ⚠️ Some users find the headphones to be oversized, especially individuals with smaller heads.
  • 🎵 High fidelity sound may expose the limitations of lower quality music sources.
  • 🔊 Open-back design may leak sound significantly, potentially causing disturbance to others in the immediate vicinity.

Should I Buy It?

If you prioritize high-quality sound and are willing to accommodate minor discomforts concerning the fitting, the HIFIMAN Ananda headphones are well worth considering. Particularly, if you listen to high-quality music sources and enjoy immersing yourself in a superior listening experience, these headphones should definitely be on your list.

    • Awesome headphones. With a caveat.
Let me start by saying that these are wonderful headphones. The headphones I personally own are DT880, Bose comfort quite 35 and a whole bunch of other cheaper headphones and ear monitors (mostly these Chinese brands on Amazon and apple AirPods). I have also bought and return Hifiman He400SE and Fidelo X2HR (bought due to recommendation from a popular website). These headphones blow all of them outta the water in term of sound quality. The instrument separation and actual sound stage is awesome. And they have so much clean bass! Like deep undistorted bass. It is a wonderful experience. These are also pretty comfortable. The fact they dont touch your ears, prevent them from heating up too much. There is a slight pressure on the jaws, but that is easily mitigated by adjusting the headphones. Things to consider before buy-in these headphones, so that you are not disappointed. They have very deep bass but they might not be people who enjoy a lot of mid bass thump. There are headphones out there that do it much better than these, but they always almost distort the mids and sometimes over power the reminder of the sound signature. So if you are bass head, this might not be for you. There is also the fact that these are open backs with pretty chunky speakers. You can literally crank them up, take them off you head and listen to them as low sounding dedicated speakers lol. So, ya, cannot be used on airplanes or next to your spouse while sleeping. And noise around you leak into the headphone, so they need a semi quite room to enjoy at low volumes. The also need a decent system to drive. I will say, that I use a new gen MacBook Pro, and they do a wonderful job of driving these. The MacBook even drives my difficult to drive Dt880 nicely. So if someone is thinking of buying a 1000 dollar dac/headphone amp; save you money and buy a MacBook that you can use portably and have multiple applications for. So why the 4 stars? The build quality is atrocious. My Dt880 where the first "semi-audiophile" headphones that I ever purchased. For 180 bucks, they offer a great value proposition for a beautiful "U-shaped" sound signature. I dont think I can ever go back to listening to those headphones, but I did use them pretty regularly for 11 years. And they are build like a tank. Still in excellent condition. These on the other hand, feels like it will break in 6 months. With that, I come to one point that is maybe going to make send these back. The freaking ear pads creak all the time. You move your head, they creak. You smile cause you are enjoying the experience, they creak. Freaking things creak all the freaking time. And because it is right around your ears (they conduct noise like crazy. Freaking make these almost unusable unless you are perfectly still. 400 dollar headphones (basically a toy no matter what audiophiles say), should be enjoyable and cater to u. Not the other way around. You might have better luck with these headphones due to different factors (maybe I got a lemon, maybe my head is weird, maybe it needs more break-in), but it is honestly an important point to keep in mind. Sacrificing your sanity for a sake of better music might sound appealing to some, but it is not for me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2023 by Placeholder
    • vs. the Sennheiser HD6xx...
I just bought these at what is apparently the new reduced price of $399, cheaper than the Edition XS, and it has to be said...they are spectacular at that price point. Yes they now have a newer version of these (the nano) but are they worth $300 more? Probably not. However, the only thing I can compare them to is the Sennheiser HD6xx because thats the only other higher end open back can that I own. To give you some background I am by no means a dedicated audiophile. Generally speaking I would not spend more than about $500 on any single piece of audio gear because it is my firm belief that beyond this price the law of diminishing returns really starts taking precedent. I've been listening to rock/metal and blues all my life and have been playing guitar and recording for 30+ years. FYI my $500 limit does not include guitar or recording equipment, only equipment purely for the purpose of LISTENING to music. My source gear includes a high end gaming PC and Schiit Modi/Magni stack connected via USB. Prior to purchasing the Ananda I had the 6xx for a few years and have really enjoyed them. These are my initial impressions of the Ananda vs. the 6xx after roughly 5-6 hours of listening time: Overall I find the Ananda to be much more "surgical" than the 6xx. They have a far bigger soundstage and are much more crisp and detailed. The 6xx are more intimate and a little warmer, particularly in the mid range, and I prefer the 6xx when it comes to vocals (and more specifically MALE vocals). For just about everything else though, the Ananda is superior. Just like the 6xx, the Ananda also lacks in the low frequencies, but that can be corrected with EQ, and unlike the 6xx the Anandas EQ extremely well. I found the 6xx to get a little muddy with too much low end boost, but not the Ananda. Despite the relatively neutral response of the Ananda, I do find them to be a little brighter than the 6xx which I don't like. But once again, that can be corrected with EQ. Due to the excellent soundstage and imaging of the Ananda when it comes to gaming and movies, there is simply no comparison to the HD6xx, they are far superior. Comfort is my biggest complaint so far with the Ananda. I have pressure points at my jaw and on the top of my head due to the combined effect of the clamping force, relatively stiff earpads, and the shear weight of them. The 6xx are far more comfortable for long listening sessions. One other thing: the cups on the Ananda are so huge that positioning them properly on your head (placing your ear in the correct location inside the cup) is actually very important and impacts the sound. That can take some adjusting early on to get them in the right place. If you read that comparison above and are still wondering whether or not I prefer them to the 6xx, you aren't alone. I'm still on the fence about that and haven't come to a firm conclusion. But either way, they are sufficiently different from the 6xx (and most likely all other Sennheiser HD models) to justify owning them along side the Sennys. I wouldn't trade in my 6xx for them, but I am happy to own them and most likely will reach for them more often than the 6xx, perhaps just not for as long of a stretch. At $399 though, you can't go wrong. You'll most likely be happy with them and overall, I would consider them a marginal "upgrade" to the HD6xx/650. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2023 by LD

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