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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£4,840
  • Avg. price in US: ~$5,500
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.7

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

4.7

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.2

Sound

20.0%

3.5

Features

10.0%

4.7

Design

8.0%

5.3

Connectivity

6.0%

4.4

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    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%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 0.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 4.3
    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%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 2.5
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £4,840

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Verdict

The HiFiMan HE-R10 Planar (HE-R10P) is a flagship closed-back headphone featuring massive CNC-carved cherry wood cups and advanced planar magnetic drivers with a nanometer-thickness diaphragm (NsD) and acoustically transparent Stealth Magnets. It delivers a wide frequency response of 10Hz to 60kHz with a 30-ohm impedance and 100dB sensitivity, making it surprisingly easy to drive even with portable sources. Its main characteristics include an exceptionally spacious, 'open-back' soundstage, holographic imaging, and high-resolution detail retrieval that approaches electrostatic levels. Key pros are its impactful, well-extended bass, natural timbre, and the optional versatility of the Bluemini module for high-resolution wireless use. However, notable cons include a bulky, non-portable design and build quality that some critics feel does not fully reflect its premium price point.

Technical Specifications of HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

4.7
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a technical score of 4.66 points, which is lower than that of 62.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

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.

Score components:

60.0%

4.7

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

3.6
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a quality-to-price ratio of 3.6 points, which is lower than 98.7% of products in this category.
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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
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

10 mm
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses a driver size of 10 mm, smaller driver size than 87.8% of headphones and equal to 3.9% of headphones.
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

1
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
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

10 Hz
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% of headphones.
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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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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

yes
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
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

0
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% of headphones.
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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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
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

wireless
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
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

5.0
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses Bluetooth version 5.0, newer Bluetooth version than 70.9% of headphones and equal to 13% of headphones.
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

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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

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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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
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

yes
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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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

no
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
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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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

460 g
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version weighs 460 g, heavier than 97.8% of headphones and equal to 0.3% of headphones.
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

closed-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

8
HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a clamp force of 8, higher clamp force than 97.8% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
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HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version 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 R10 Planar Version has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 40,000 Hz higher treble extension
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (60,000 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 R10 Planar Version has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (60,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.60000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • More flexible connectivity
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version 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 He R10 Planar Version offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 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 He R10 Planar Version has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • USB-C charging
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
    What it is: Uses USB-C connector for charging or data
    When it matters: When you want to charge with the same cable family used by your phone, tablet, laptop, or other daily devices.

    Importance: LOW

    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones rely on an internal rechargeable battery instead of replaceable disposable cells.
    When it matters: When you expect regular wireless use and want charging convenience instead of buying and replacing disposable batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
    What it is: Can be used while charging
    When it matters: When you need to keep listening during long work or gaming sessions.

    Importance: LOW

    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 40,000 Hz higher treble extension
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (60,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • USB-C charging
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.

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Connectivity
  • 2.11x higher weight
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is heavier than the average headphone (460 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 3.7 higher clamp force
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 2 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (100 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 30 mm smaller driver size
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 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 R10 Planar Version has smaller driver size than the average headphone (10 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.10 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2.11x higher weight
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is heavier than the average headphone (460 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 R10 Planar Version is heavier than the average headphone (460 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.460 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version 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 He R10 Planar Version does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 3.7 higher clamp force
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    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

    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.8 vs 4.3
  • 53.78x more expensive
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is more expensive than the average headphone (£4,840 vs £90).
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is more expensive than the average headphone (£4,840 vs £90).£4,840 vs £90
  • 89.1% worse value for money
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.56 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 R10 Planar Version has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.56 vs 6.736).3.56 vs 6.74
  • 1 fewer microphones
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version 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 He R10 Planar Version has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
  • 4.65x less popular
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version?

  • Exceptional soundstage and imaging for a closed-back design, often described as 'open-back-like' or holographic
  • Powerful, visceral bass response with high texture and impact without bleeding into the mid-range
  • Superlative resolution and detail retrieval, often compared to the performance of high-end open-back models
  • Surprisingly lightweight and comfortable for their size, suitable for long listening sessions
  • Easy to drive compared to other high-end planars, performing well even with portable sources or the Bluemini adapter
  • Includes high-quality, flexible detachable cables (XLR, 6.35mm, and 3.5mm)

What customers dislike about HiFiMAN He R10 Planar Version?

  • Controversial build quality for the price, specifically the use of a headband design found on much cheaper models
  • Highly colored and 'unconventional' sound signature with significant deviations from neutral targets
  • Large, bulky, and polarizing aesthetic design that is not ideal for portable use
  • Known frequency response issues, including a significant recession in the upper-mids/lower-treble and a peak around 10kHz
  • Extremely high MSRP makes the price-to-performance ratio difficult for some reviewers to justify
  • Relatively low passive noise isolation for a closed-back headphone due to minimal clamping force

Expert reviews

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subjective.reviews
03/12/2020
HiFiMan HE-R10 Review – the Beast or the Best? Are you looking for specific technical measurements or sound comparisons against other flagship closed-...

The HiFiMan HE-R10 review by Trevor Stephens on Subjective Reviews provides a detailed, comparative look at both the dynamic driver (HE-R10D) and planar magnetic (HE-R10P) versions of these controversial Sony MDR-R10 clones. The lower-priced HE-R10D model serves well as a standard closed-back option, offering a pro of strong bass presence, low-end control, and slam that outperforms...Read more

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gavinsgadgets.com
11/05/2021
HiFiMan HE-R10P review - Gavin's Gadgets & Photography

The HiFiMan HE-R10P is an outstanding, ultra-premium closed-back headphone retailing at $5,499 that delivers terrific audio performance. Built with a combination of CNC-carved wood and aviation aluminium, these planar magnetic headphones feature distinctively large wooden ear cups designed to provide ample breathing space and internal volume for music. They incorporate advanced...Read more

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audiophilia.com
29/01/2021
HiFiman HE-R10P Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones - Audiophilia

The HiFiman HE-R10P is a luxury, closed-back planar magnetic headphone priced at $5,500, featuring a distinctively sculpted cherry wood and aviation-grade aluminum design inspired by the classic Sony MDR-R10. It is highly praised for its universal compatibility, boasting a 30 Ohm impedance and 100dB sensitivity that allow it to be powered easily by modest setups—even a MacBook Air...Read more

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headphone.guru
05/05/2021
HiFiMan HE-R10P Headphone Review. The return of a classic! - Headphone Guru

The HiFiMan HE-R10P is a $5,500 limited-edition planar-magnetic headphone designed as a modern tribute to the iconic 1983 Sony MDR-R10. It closely mimics the original’s unique aesthetic, featuring beautifully crafted wood ear cups and premium leather pads. Equipped with a highly efficient planar driver, it can be driven effortlessly by both portable players and desktop amplifiers....Read more

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hometheaterhifi.com
12/07/2021
HIFIMAN HE-R10P Planar Magnetic Headphone Review - HomeTheaterHifi

The HIFIMAN HE-R10P review by Carlo Lo Raso on HomeTheaterHifi.com highlights the company’s first-ever closed-back planar magnetic headphone, retailing at a premium price of $5,499.00. The design draws aesthetic inspiration from the classic 1989 Sony MDR-R10, utilizing massive, CNC-milled cherry wood earcups shaped to optimize spatial imaging and sound staging. In terms of...Read more

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soundphilereview.com
15/01/2021
HiFiMAN HE-R10P review: an odd tribute - Soundphile Review

The HiFiMAN HE-R10P is a closed-back planar headphone priced at approximately $5,500, designed as a direct structural tribute to the classic Sony MDR-R10 after its earcup patent expired. Acoustic performance stands out as the primary strength of this model, highlighted by an "insane" 3D-like imaging capability that places instruments all around the listener for an immersive...Read more

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headfonics.com
28/02/2021
HIFIMAN HE-R10P Review - Headfonics

The Headfonics review describes the HIFIMAN HE-R10P as a top-tier, closed-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers an exceptionally wide, holographic soundstage with rapid, detailed audio reproduction. Pros include its comfortable fit, high-end, punchy sound, and added functionality through the Bluetooth Bluemini module. However, the review notes significant cons, specifically...Read more

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head-fi.org
03/12/2020
HIFIMAN HE-R10P Planar Headphones - Head-Fi

The HIFIMAN HE-R10PGo is a high-end, closed-back planar headphone offering a warm, mid-centric, and punchy sound signature, along with impressive technical performance. Key pros include exceptional imaging, rapid driver speed, and an expansive soundstage. Despite their large, CNC-carved cherry wood cups, the 460g headphones are reported to be comfortable, and their low 30-ohm...Read more

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audiosciencereview.com
19/12/2024
HiFiMan HE-R10P Stealth Headphone Review

The HiFiMan HE-R10P Stealth is an exceptionally high-priced, closed-back planar magnetic headphone retailing at $5,499, yet it receives an overwhelmingly negative review due to catastrophic engineering flaws. On the positive side, the headphone features a whimsical aesthetic and a surprisingly lightweight design that, when paired with its large ear cups, makes it highly comfortable...Read more

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subjective.reviews
26/01/2021
HIFIMAN – HE-R10P Review

The HIFIMAN HE-R10P (Planar) is a high-end closed-back headphone that delivers flagship-level performance comparable to the Susvara, but in a more isolated, "personal bubble" listening experience. It is notably easier to drive than the Susvara, making it suitable for use with high-quality DAPs. The review highlights its exceptional imaging and instrument placement, which remain...Read more

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headfonia.com
25/05/2021
HIFIMAN HE-R10P Review - Headfonia

The Headfonia review of the $5,499 USD HIFIMAN HE-R10P describes it as a technically exceptional planar magnetic headphone that offers an open, spacious soundstage and precise imaging similar to an open-back design. It features a detailed, smooth treble with a warm midrange and utilizes premium materials like CNC-carved wood cups and comfortable, well-distributed padding. However,...Read more

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stereophile.com
03/08/2023
HiFiMan Audivina, HE-R10P, HE1000 V2 headphones Page 2 - Stereophile Would you like a comparison of technical specifications or frequency response mea...

In the second page of Stereophile's "Gramophone Dreams #75," Herb Reichert evaluates HiFiMan's Audivina closed-back headphones, praising their exceptional tonal purity, focused precision, and ability to handle complex vocal and cello tracks without top-octave blurring. While noting a slight compromise in spatial expansive compared to open-backs, the Audivina delivers a lush,...Read more

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open-end-music.com
06/05/2022
HIFIMAN HE-R10P Listening Test - open-end-music-professional", "HIFIMAN HE-R10P Audio Review - open-end-music-professional

The shared forum thread introduces an external review by Wolfgang ("fidelio") on Musicalhead covering the revised, closed-back Hifiman HE-R10PGo planar magnetic headphones and comparing them directly against the Dan Clark Audio (DCA) StealthGo. The reviewer and forum participants praise the headphone's exceptional sound profile and highlights its charming retro aesthetic as a visual...Read more

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musicalhead.de
06/05/2022
Listening Test: HIFIMAN HE-R10P

Sound Performance and Source Scaling The HIFIMAN HE-R10P review highlights a closed-back, planar-magnetic flagship headphone designed as a visual homage to the legendary Sony MDR-R10, featuring large, CNC-milled cherry wood earcups designed to suppress internal resonances. Sonically, the reviewer notes a highly linear and deep-reaching bass response that does not artificially...Read more

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digitalvideoht.it
06/09/2021
HifiMan HE-R10P | Digital Video Home Theater

The HifiMan HE-R10P is the brand’s first closed-back headphone to use planar-magnetic drivers, adapting tech from the open-back Susvara model. It features a high-end design with wood earcups shaped to stop unwanted sound echoes, leather ear pads, and a luxurious leather storage box. The package is highly complete, offering three different audio cables and the "Bluemini" Bluetooth...Read more

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