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HiFiMAN HE560 V4

8.2
/ 10

Specifications

Impedance
35 Ω
Sensitivity
89 dB/mW
Type
Over-ear
Amp required
Yes

Score by configuration

No amplifier
4.9
Portable amp
7.5
Desktop amp
8.2

Max score assumes optimal full audio chain.

Analysis

The HiFiMAN HE560 V4 is a high end over-ear with 35Ω impedance and 89dB sensitivity. At 35Ω, these headphones benefit significantly from a dedicated amplifier. Without one, volume and dynamics are noticeably limited — you're leaving performance on the table.

Your audio source matters more than most people think. Spotify High Quality is fine for casual listening, but with FLAC files or lossless services like Apple Music or TIDAL you'll hear a clear improvement — especially with high end headphones like these.

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