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HiFiMAN He 560 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£700
Avg. price in US: ~$900
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

HiFiMAN He 560 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.5

Poor

3.9

Poor

6.9

Good

0.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
0.5
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
1.4
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
0.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
1.5
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.4
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset

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#694 in Best Wired Headphones
#770 in Best Over Ear Headphones

Verdict

The Hifiman HE-560 is a reference-grade, open-back planar magnetic headphone featuring a single-ended driver design that achieves a wide frequency response of 15 Hz to 50 kHz. With an impedance of 45–50 ohms and a low sensitivity of 90 dB, it is notoriously power-hungry and benefits significantly from dedicated amplification to reach its full potential. Weighing approximately 375g–395g, it is designed for exceptional comfort with a suspension headband and beveled hybrid focus pads (velour/pleather). Its main characteristics include a neutral-bright sound signature, remarkably fast transients, and a spacious, airy soundstage with precise imaging and detailed, linear bass extension. Main pros are its lightweight, ergonomic build and highly resolving, transparent audio performance that excels in detail retrieval. Common cons include a treble peak near 10 kHz that can be fatiguing or sibilant for some listeners, relatively poor stock cable quality, and historical concerns regarding the durability of the plastic gimbals in early production versions.

Technical Specifications of HiFiMAN He 560

Overall score

4.5

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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

3.9

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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

1.2

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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

N/A

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

N/A

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

N/A

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

2.9

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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

N/A

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

N/A

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

N/A

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Features

4.1

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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

N/A

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

N/A

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

N/A

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

N/A

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

5.3

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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 He 560 vs the average headphone

Why is HiFiMAN He 560 better than the average headphone?

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Hi-Res Audio certification
HiFiMAN He 560 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 He 560 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
35 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN He 560 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (75 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 He 560 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (75 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.75 mm vs 40 mm
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN He 560 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 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 He 560 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.50000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
0.2 % lower distortion
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % 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 He 560 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
12 mm more spacious earcup width
HiFiMAN He 560 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.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN He 560 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.55 mm vs 43 mm
Open-back design
HiFiMAN He 560 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN He 560 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
1.8 m more useful cable length
HiFiMAN He 560 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN He 560 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.3 m vs 1.2 m
20x higher input power handling
HiFiMAN He 560 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (2,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
What it is: Maximum input power the drivers can safely handle
When it matters: When you pair the headphones with stronger sources or dedicated gear.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=300 mW
HiFiMAN He 560 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (2,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.2000 mW vs 100 mW
12 mm more spacious earcup width
HiFiMAN He 560 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.
1.8 m more useful cable length
HiFiMAN He 560 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Open-back design
HiFiMAN He 560 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 He 560 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
35 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN He 560 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (75 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
30,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN He 560 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (50,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
0.2 % lower distortion
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
20x higher input power handling
HiFiMAN He 560 has a higher max input power than the average headphone (2,000 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
3 Hz lower bass extension
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.

Why is HiFiMAN He 560 worse than the average headphone?

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72% higher weight
HiFiMAN He 560 is heavier than the average headphone (375 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
6 mm tighter earcup height
HiFiMAN He 560 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
No travel bag
HiFiMAN He 560 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN He 560 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
12 dB/mW lower sensitivity
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
13 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (90 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
Not headset-ready
HiFiMAN He 560 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN He 560 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 He 560 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
72% higher weight
HiFiMAN He 560 is heavier than the average headphone (375 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 He 560 is heavier than the average headphone (375 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.375 g vs 218 g
12 dB/mW lower sensitivity
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
HiFiMAN He 560 has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.90 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
Not headset-ready
HiFiMAN He 560 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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
HiFiMAN He 560 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
6 mm tighter earcup height
HiFiMAN He 560 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN He 560 has tighter earcup height than the average headphone (54 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.54 mm vs 60 mm
7.78x more expensive
HiFiMAN He 560 is more expensive than the average headphone (£700 vs £90).
HiFiMAN He 560 is more expensive than the average headphone (£700 vs £90).£700 vs £90
30% worse value for money
HiFiMAN He 560 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.18 vs 6.736).
What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
HiFiMAN He 560 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.18 vs 6.736).5.18 vs 6.74
No travel bag
HiFiMAN He 560 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.
What it is: Comes with a protective carrying case or pouch
When it matters: When protection in transit matters right out of the box.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN He 560 does not include a travel bag, the average headphone does. 65.2% of headphones include a travel bag.

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What customers like about HiFiMAN He 560?

Excellent tight, fast bass with deep extension and strong punch
Highly detailed and present midrange, particularly noted for natural vocal reproduction
Open and airy soundstage with precise imaging and instrument separation
Lightweight and exceptionally comfortable for long listening sessions
Fast transient response and high technical ability for its price point
Natural and realistic instrument timbre, especially for strings and piano

What customers dislike about HiFiMAN He 560?

Requires significant amplification power (90dB sensitivity) to perform optimally
Treble can be 'spicy' or piercing, leading to fatigue during some tracks
Reported quality control issues with fragile plastic gimbals and yokes
Proprietary screw-on coaxial or fragile 2.5mm connectors can be difficult to use
Midrange can sometimes feel dry or thin compared to warmer competitors
Stock cable is often described as stiff, microphonic, or poor quality

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31/10/2014

Hifiman HE560: A new era for Hifiman headphones

The Hifiman HE560 marks a structural and functional redesign for the brand's orthodynamic headphones, significantly reducing weight to 390 grams for improved long-term comfort. The build utilizes Teak wood earcups with an open-back design, paired with dense, angled "Focus Pads" that expand the overall soundstage presentation. Equipped with a renewed, cloth-covered 2-metre cable, the...Read more

ilgazeboaudiofilo.com

26/08/2014

HiFiMAN HE-560 Review - THE AUDIOPHILE GAZEBO

The HiFiMAN HE-560 is a high-end, open-back orthodynamic (planar magnetic) headphone that delivers an exceptionally detailed and high-quality audio reproduction, particularly excelling in its bass and treble performance. Reviewers praise the bass for being deep, articulate, fast, and completely free of muddy resonance, seamlessly blending into the lower frequencies. The treble is...Read more

headfonia.com

14/08/2014

Hifiman HE-560: The XL Ortho

The Headfonia review characterizes the HiFiMAN HE-560Go as a reference-level planar magnetic headphone, departing from the HE-500's warm sound to offer a fast, neutral, and detailed audio experience. Key pros include exceptional comfort from a light, single-ended design, along with a deep soundstage and accurate, controlled bass. Conversely, the HE-560 features elevated, highly...Read more

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