Connection via WiFi Provides Full Bandwidth, No-Compromise Sonic Output
Tianjin, China, March 5, 2026 –HIFIMAN, a leader in high fidelity personal audio, today announced a new development in headphone design.
Beginning next month, HIFIMAN will ship the open-back planar HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi headphones, both of which feature an on-board WiFi receiver that brings full-resolution audio to personal audio without cables.
“The HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi headphones incorporate broadband wireless technology and our high-fidelity Hymalaya DAC for sound that is as detailed and full-bodied as any headphone in their price class,” says Dr. Fang Bian, Founder and CEO, HIFIMAN Electronics. “The combination of our proprietary streamer, full-bandwidth WiFi, and Hymalaya DAC put them on a par with multi-component personal audio systems, with the freedom to move without being tethered to the source.”
Typical wireless audio suffers from the bottleneck that occurs due to Bluetooth’s naturally narrow bandwidth, which is a mere 1-2 Mb/second – a fraction of what is needed to transfer high-resolution lossless audio streams.
HIFIMAN’s WiFi headphones rely on WiFi technology to transfer music at rates of up to 633MB/second, which supports all current lossless formats.
The in-house developed R2R D/A converter is an important element of the headphones’ performance. The Hymalaya DAC chip achieves true high-fidelity sonics without requiring massive power, making it possible to support high-speed, full-resolution lossless audio in a variety of formats by using commonplace smartphones and tablets.
In addition to WiFi connections, both models include Bluetooth 5.1 and a USB-C port for wired connections and charging.
When first using either model, users need only open the WiFi network menu on a smartphone or tablet and couple the device to the headphone’s dedicated network to enjoy full-resolution audio via the local WiFi network.
High-fidelity sound from the WiFi connection is on a par with wired connections. Leading streaming audio platforms including Spotify, Qobuz and others are supported by the HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi.
The two models incorporate a host of HIFIMAN’s technological innovations, including the Hymalaya R-2R DAC (digital-to-analog converter), an integrated chip that features 24 bit high-resolution stereo offer ultra-low distortion, lightning-fast transient response, and a demonstrable improvement in overall sound quality.
Typical of many of the company’s recent high-end models such as the flagship model Susvara, the HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi’s planar drivers both include HIFIMAN-developed diaphragms – the Nano Diaphragm and Super Nano, respectively. These drivers also include HIFIMAN’s Stealth Magnet technology.
A custom-made class AB balanced amplifier in the earcups works with these drivers to produce the headphones’ signature high-fidelity sound and detailed imaging. The result is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves.
“The HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi represent an important new step in the evolution of headphone design,” adds Dr. Bian. “Until now, Bluetooth was the best option for wireless audio,but it is far from perfect. With this new design, music lovers will experience sound quality that’s on a par with component systems but with the convenience of a wireless headphone.”
The new HE1000 WiFi and Arya WiFi will be available in March from authorized HIFIMAN dealers and the company’s online store, http://store.hifiman.com/. For additional information, visit https://hifiman.com.
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About HIFIMAN
HIFIMAN was founded by Dr. Fang Bian in 2007 and, two years later, introduced the acclaimed HM-801, the first digital audio player to feature true audiophile-grade performance from a pocket-size form factor. Since then, HIFIMAN, under Dr. Bian’s guidance, has developed an extensive selection of no-holds-barred headphones, digital audio players, and headphone amplifiers that are consistently recognized as the best in class, offering performance that belies their price point, no matter the cost.
For additional information, visit https://hifiman.com/.
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Specifications
HE1000 WiFi
Frequency Response: 8Hz-65kHz, +/-O.5db
THD+N: DAC 0.0055%@-9dB, 1kHz
DAC + Amp: 0.009% @32 ohms, 1kHz
Channel Separation: 105dB @1kHz
Net Weight: 452g
Operating Modes: WiFi, USB Audio, Bluetooth
Charging Time: 3-4 hours
Standby Time: 30+ days
Audio Formats: PCM 44.1kHz-768kHz, 32/24/16Bit, DSD native 64-512
Bluetooth Codecs: SBC/AAC/aptX/atpX HD/LDAC/
Package Contents: Pair of headphones (1)
Pair of earpads (1)
USB-A to USB-C cable (1)
Arya WiFi
Frequency Response: 8Hz-55kHz, +/-O.5db
THD+N: DAC 0.0055%@-9dB, 1kHz
DAC + Amp: 0.009% @32 ohms, 1kHz
Channel Separation: 105dB @1kHz
Net Weight: 452g
Operating Modes: WiFi, USB Audio, Bluetooth
Battery Life (WiFi): 6.5-7.5 hours
Battery Life (BT): 23 hours
Charging Time: 3-4 hours
Standby Time: 30+ days
Audio Formats: PCM 44.1kHz-768kHz, 32/24/16Bit, DSD native 64-512
Bluetooth Codecs: SBC/AAC/aptX/atpX HD/LDAC
Package Contents: Pair of headphones (1)
Pair of earpads (1)
USB-A to USB-C cable (1)
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