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HiFiMAN Ananda Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£230
Avg. price in US: ~$250
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wireless
Battery life: 10 hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

HiFiMAN Ananda review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.2

Good

4.2

Poor

9.0

Exceptional

6.0
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
10
Audio latency
25.0%
1.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
1.3
Battery life
0.9
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
1.3
Battery life
18.0%
1.0
Weight
16.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
3.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
1.3
Battery life
14.0%
1.0
Companion app
2.7
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
1.3
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

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#187 in Best Gaming Headphones
#187 in Best Gaming Headphones for PS5
#467 in Best Wireless Headphones for TV for Seniors
#472 in Best Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
#621 in Best Over Ear Headphones
#651 in Best Wireless Headphones
#1007 in Best Headphones with Mic

Verdict

The Hifiman Ananda is a high-fidelity open-back headphone featuring planar magnetic drivers with a nanometer-thickness diaphragm and a frequency response of 8Hz–55kHz. Designed for high efficiency, it has an impedance of 25 ohms and a sensitivity of 103dB, making it exceptionally easy to drive with portable devices compared to other planar models. Its main characteristics include an expansive soundstage, high detail retrieval, and a weight-distributing headband supporting asymmetrical ear cups for long-term comfort. Pros include a neutral, airy sound signature with fast transient response and superb imaging. However, notable cons include a lack of cup swivel that can cause jaw pressure, a perceived lack of sub-bass impact or 'slam' compared to dynamic drivers, and reported concerns regarding long-term build quality and QC consistency.

Technical Specifications of HiFiMAN Ananda

Overall score

5.2

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

4.6

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

planar

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

2.8

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

6.8

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Features

1.9

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

3.7

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

5.6

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

HiFiMAN

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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HiFiMAN Ananda vs the average headphone

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Hi-Res Audio certification
HiFiMAN Ananda has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Ananda has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
40 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.80 mm vs 40 mm
Spatial audio support
HiFiMAN Ananda supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Ananda supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
35,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (55,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (55,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.55000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
10 Hz lower bass extension
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.8 Hz vs 18 Hz
More flexible connectivity
HiFiMAN Ananda offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.
Importance: HIGH
HiFiMAN Ananda offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
87.5 ms lower audio latency
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <60 ms
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.40 ms vs 127.5 ms
Direct 3.5 mm plug
HiFiMAN Ananda includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Ananda includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
24 mm more spacious earcup height
HiFiMAN Ananda offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (84 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
1.7 lower clamp force
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower clamp force than the average headphone (2.6 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
12 mm more spacious earcup width
HiFiMAN Ananda offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (55 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
Open-back design
HiFiMAN Ananda uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
Hi-Res Audio certification
HiFiMAN Ananda has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
40 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
Spatial audio support
HiFiMAN Ananda supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
35,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (55,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
10 Hz lower bass extension
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (8 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
Rechargeable battery
HiFiMAN Ananda has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
Play while charging
HiFiMAN Ananda can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
More flexible connectivity
HiFiMAN Ananda offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
87.5 ms lower audio latency
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower audio latency than the average headphone (40 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
HiFiMAN Ananda includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.

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83% higher weight
HiFiMAN Ananda is heavier than the average headphone (399 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Tangle-prone cable
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
No travel bag
HiFiMAN Ananda does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN Ananda does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
0.2 % higher distortion
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
16 dB lower max SPL
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower max SPL than the average headphone (94 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
0.7 hours longer charging time
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.7 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
20 hours shorter battery life
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower battery life than the average headphone (10 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
1 fewer microphones
HiFiMAN Ananda has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
No voice assistant support
HiFiMAN Ananda does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN Ananda does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Ananda does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
83% higher weight
HiFiMAN Ananda is heavier than the average headphone (399 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
HiFiMAN Ananda is heavier than the average headphone (399 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.399 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
HiFiMAN Ananda does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Ananda does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
0.7 hours longer charging time
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.7 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=2 hours
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher charging time than the average headphone (2.7 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.2.7 hours vs 2 hours
20 hours shorter battery life
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower battery life than the average headphone (10 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >45 hours
HiFiMAN Ananda has a lower battery life than the average headphone (10 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.10 hours vs 30 hours
1 fewer microphones
HiFiMAN Ananda has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2
HiFiMAN Ananda has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
0.2 % higher distortion
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
HiFiMAN Ananda has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.5 % vs 0.3 %
Tangle-prone cable
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Ananda uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.

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What customers like about HiFiMAN Ananda?

Exceptional detail retrieval and clarity across the entire frequency range
Expansive and immersive soundstage with precise instrument imaging
High sensitivity makes them relatively easy to drive, even with portable devices
Highly comfortable suspension headband and lightweight design for long listening sessions
Excellent neutral-leaning tonal balance suitable for critical listening and various music genres

What customers dislike about HiFiMAN Ananda?

Lack of 'slam' or physical impact in the bass response compared to other models
Poor sub-par build materials, largely plastic with some durability concerns
Sub-par included cables are often described as bulky, stiff, or 'cheap' feeling
Noticeable sound leakage and zero isolation due to the open-back design
Large, bulky ear cups do not fold or swivel, making them difficult to transport

Expert reviews

headphoneer.com

18/02/2019

HIFIMAN ANANDA REVIEW - The Headphoneer

The HIFIMAN Ananda is an open-back planar magnetic headphone praised for its high resolution, wide soundstage, and exceptionally sweet, present midrange that excels with vocals. It is highly efficient (103 dB sensitivity, 25 ohms impedance), making it uniquely easy to drive compared to older HIFIMAN models and capable of sounding great without requiring immense amplifier power. In...Read more

hometheaterhifi.com

19/12/2018

HIFIMAN Ananda Headphones Review - HomeTheaterHifi.com

The HIFIMAN Ananda is an open-back planar magnetic headphone designed to deliver high-fidelity sound from both premium desktop setups and portable devices due to its high efficiency and low impedance (25 Ohms). The reviewer praises its exceptional audio quality, highlighting a clean sound signature with robust bass, clear separation, and realistic soundstage that performs...Read more

au.pcmag.com

03/07/2018

HiFiMan Ananda Review - PCMag Australia

The PCMag Australia review awards the HiFiMan Ananda a rare, perfect 5.0 "Exemplary" rating and an Editors' Choice award, highlighting its astonishingly good audio performance. Originally priced at $999, the review praises the lightweight, highly efficient planar magnetic drivers and massive, ear-shaped open-back circumaural cups that generate a magical, realistic sense of physical...Read more

audiophile-heaven.com

11/02/2022

HIFIMAN Ananda Headphones - Sweet Mids, Huge Stage Would you like me to find reviews for the technical specifications or amplifier pairings specifical...

The HIFIMAN Ananda is lauded by Audiophile-Heaven for its natural, smooth, and relaxed sound, featuring a warm, rich midrange, deep bass, and an expansive soundstage. These open-back planar magnetic headphones provide excellent clarity, precise instrument separation, and a fatigue-free listening experience that excels across various genres. While praised for high-value sound, the...Read more

audiofool.reviews

04/07/2019

Hifiman Ananda Planar magnetic headphone review

The Hifiman Ananda is an open-back planar magnetic headphone praised for its remarkable, holographic soundstage and spacious imaging that rival premium desktop models like the Sennheiser HD800. Designed with portability in mind, it features a lightweight build under 400 grams and uses the ultra-thin Neo SuperNano Diaphragm, allowing it to be easily driven by portable digital audio...Read more

headfonia.com

06/12/2018

Review: Hifiman Ananda - The saga continues - Headfonia

The Headfonia review characterizes the HIFIMAN AnandaGo as a highly successful, cost-effective planar magnetic headphone featuring an engaging sound signature that balances neutrality with warmth. Key pros include a detailed upper midrange, a clean, silent background, effortless instrument separation, and a lightweight 399-gram design with comfortable hybrid earpads that make it...Read more

head-fi.org

12/09/2018

HIFIMAN ANANDA | Headphone Reviews and Discussion

The HIFIMAN ANANDA offers a bright-neutral, spacious sound profile with excellent clarity, instrument separation, and fast, articulate planar bass. These headphones are highly sensitive, making them relatively easy to drive, while the asymmetrical, ear-shaped pads provide a secure and comfortable fit for extended listening sessions. Conversely, the build quality is considered...Read more

rtings.com

31/08/2018

HiFiMan Ananda Headphones Review - RTINGS.com

The HiFiMan AnandaGo are open-back, over-ear headphones designed for neutral, critical listening, offering a balanced sound profile with clear, accurate vocals and a large, immersive soundstage. Key improvements include a sturdier, lower-profile ski-band headband and robust metal yokes, enhancing comfort for long listening sessions. RTINGS.comConversely, the open-back design results...Read more

majorhifi.com

03/07/2018

Hifiman Ananda Review - Major HiFi

The Major HiFi review highlights the Hifiman Ananda as a planar magnetic headphone offering exceptionally neutral, detailed sound with an immaculate midrange and controlled, high-fidelity bass. While efficient with portable amps, the review notes cons including a stiff headband, oversized earcups, a cheap cable, and a relaxed, punchy-deficient bass. The high frequencies can sound...Read more

audiosciencereview.com

09/04/2021

Hifiman Ananda Review (headphone) - Audio Science Review

The Hifiman Ananda is a large, open-back, planar magnetic headphone that weighs 410 grams and retails between $700 and $999. On the positive side, reviewers praise its excellent comfort, remarkably light weight for its massive footprint, and high sensitivity, which allows it to play loudly and efficiently without needing specialized amplification. Its massive, 6-inch oval ear cups...Read more

english.achoreviews.com

24/01/2021

Review - Hifiman Ananda - Acho Reviews (English)

The Hifiman Ananda is an open-back planar-magnetic headphone that offers an "industrial hi-fi" look with large, elongated ear cups and a comfortable leather headstrap. Musically, it delivers a highly detailed, clean, and fast sound signature that shines across the midrange and treble ranges. The soundstage is exceptionally wide with precise instrument placement and layering, while...Read more

moonstarreviews.net

25/11/2020

HiFiMAN Ananda Headphone Review - MOONSTAR Reviews

The HiFiMAN Ananda is a full-sized, open-back planar magnetic headphone praised for its warmish tonality, impressive timbre, and top-tier detail retrieval across the entire frequency range. Equipped with an ultra-thin NEO "supernano" Diaphragm, it delivers a remarkably fast, tight, and controlled bass response, alongside a spacious, lush midrange that provides realistic vocal and...Read more

porta.fi

21/07/2019

HiFiMan Ananda headphone review - technical emotions

HiFiMan Ananda is an open-back isodynamic (planar magnetic) headphone priced around 1,000 USD that offers a highly detailed, emotional, and balanced sound signature. Structurally, it features a durable metal build with a spring-steel headband, thin oval earcups, and comfortable hybrid leather-cloth cushions. Performance-wise, it provides a slightly warm presentation with deep,...Read more

hear.audio

25/06/2019

HifiMan Ananda Review

The Hear.audio review highlights the HifiMan Ananda headphones for their exceptional audio performance, featuring a wide soundstage, precise imaging, and an articulate, snappy bass response. Listeners benefit from extreme clarity, natural vocals, and an outstanding, balanced frequency response across the spectrum. hear.audioHowever, the review notes significant design limitations,...Read more

miniklangwunder.de

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Hifiman Ananda Review – Ultra-Nearfield Monitor

The Hifiman Ananda is an open-back magnetostatic headphone evaluated by the reviewer as an "ultra-nearfield monitor" offering exceptional price-to-performance value. It features an expansive, realistic soundstage and high efficiency (103dB/mW at 25 Ohms) that allows it to be easily driven by a smartphone, though it gains punch and width when paired with high-quality amplification...Read more

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28/10/2018

HIFIMAN ANANDA Review", "Testing the HIFIMAN ANANDA

The forum discussion highlights Wolfgang’s (fidelio) review of the HIFIMAN ANANDA open-back planar magnetic headphones, originally published on his blog Musicalhead in October 2018. Wolfgang emphasizes that the headphones utilize a cutting-edge, 1–2 micron thin "Supernano" diaphragm, which reduces membrane thickness by 80% to deliver exceptional transient response and micro-detail....Read more

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27/10/2018

HIFIMAN ANANDA Review", "Testing the HIFIMAN ANANDA

The HIFIMAN ANANDA headphones offer outstanding, class-defining acoustic performance for their price point, though they compromise slightly on build materials. On the positive side (pros), the planar magnetic drivers deliver exceptional transparency, an open and airy soundstage, precise instrument separation, and great depth formatting. The bass response is highly responsive, deep,...Read more

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HIFIMAN ANANDA: This test report was published in VUmetre issue 23

The provided webpage from VUmètre is not an individual product review, but rather a comprehensive, searchable index of high-fidelity audio equipment reviews published across their magazine issues. It catalogs hundreds of premium audio products—ranging from vinyl accessories and amplifiers to compact speakers and network players—indicating the specific issue number where each "banc...Read more

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Hifiman Ananda Headphones Review - ON-mag.fr

The Hifiman Ananda review from ON-mag.fr highlights it as a highly capable orthodynamic (planar magnetic) open-back headphone designed to deliver premium audiophile performance. Derived from the older Edition X V2 model, the Ananda is specifically engineered to be more affordable, easier to wear, and significantly easier to power from a variety of audio sources. Key technical...Read more

espanol.achoreviews.com

24/01/2021

Review - Hifiman Ananda - Acho Reviews (Spanish)

Hifiman Ananda The Hifiman Ananda is an open-back planar-magnetic headphone that delivers an exceptionally clean, detailed, and wide acoustic performance reminiscent of high-end studio monitors. Pros include a remarkably balanced sound signature across the frequency spectrum, featuring surprisingly present sub-bass, highly detailed midrange vocal separation, and clear, non-fatiguing...Read more

stereo-head.it

14/06/2019

Hifiman Ananda: The New Successors to the Edition X – Review

In this review from Stereo-Head, Matteo evaluates the Hifiman AnandaGo planar magnetic headphones, positioned as the mid-range successors to the Edition X V2Go. Priced at 999 euros on Playstereo, the Ananda introduces a major design overhaul featuring massive, deeply cushioned ear cups and a sturdy leather-and-metal headband borrowed from the Sundara line. Despite their footprint...Read more

digitalvideoht.it

19/11/2018

HiFiMan Ananda - Digital Video HT

The Digital Video HT review highlights the HiFiMan AnandaGo to product viewer dialog for this item. as a high-performance, planar-magnetic over-ear headphone that delivers sound quality competitive with models costing double its €999 price point. Utilizing advanced technology from top-tier models, it features a thin nanotech diaphragm and "Window Shade" grilles for enhanced...Read more

hifi.nl

17/02/2019

Hifiman Ananda review

The HiFiMan Ananda is a premium, ultra-open planar-magnetic headphone positioned as the successor to the Edition X v2 and a replacement for the HE-560. Priced at €999, it features an improved, lightweight "supernano" diaphragm that is 20 percent thinner than its predecessor, resulting in an agile and highly detailed performance. It boasts excellent, spacious, and neutral sound...Read more

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