{"product_id":"yamaha-yh-5000se-kopfhoerer","title":"Yamaha YH-5000SE Headphones – Open-Back, Orthodynamic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eYamaha YH-5000SE – the orthodynamic flagship\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe YH-5000SE is Yamaha's uncompromising return to the very top of headphones. At its heart sits an orthodynamic (planar-magnetic) 50 mm driver whose technology traces directly back to the legendary HP-1 from 1976 – hand-built in Japan, in the same factory that builds Yamaha's grand pianos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen-back design, lightning-fast transients, a huge, airy soundstage and a resolution that reveals the finest detail. At 98 dB\/mW it's surprisingly easy to drive – but it only shows its full potential with a serious headphone amplifier such as the Yamaha HA-L7A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo pads, two characters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth ear pads are included: the leather pads (sheepskin) give the bass more body and definition, while the suede pads in Ultrasuede sound leaner, warmer and more relaxed. So you can tune the sound to your taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYH-5000SE headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced cable 4.4 mm (2 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnbalanced cable 3.5 mm (2 m) + 6.3 mm adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeather and suede ear pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium headphone stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: over-ear, open-back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDriver: orthodynamic \/ planar-magnetic, 50 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 5 Hz – 70 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensitivity: 98 dB\/mW (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 34 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 320 g (without cable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturing: made in Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStraight talk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ear cups are smaller and the headband looks more delicate than you'd expect at this price. Once you put it on, that's forgotten: 320 g light, balanced clamping pressure, fatigue-free even over hours. But do budget for a good source – on a weak headphone output you're leaving its capability on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes the YH-5000SE need a headphone amplifier?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 98 dB\/mW and 34 Ω it's easy to drive and plays fine from mobile sources too. For full dynamics and soundstage we recommend a dedicated amplifier such as the Yamaha HA-L7A.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between the two ear pads?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe leather pads (HEP-5000LE) deliver more bass body and definition, the suede pads (HEP-5000SU) sound leaner and warmer. Both are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere is the YH-5000SE made?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBy hand in Japan, in the same factory that also builds Yamaha's grand pianos and high-end components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhy buy the YH-5000SE from HD Zürisee?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause a flagship headphone like the YH-5000SE only shows its full potential with an equally capable source – we advise you thoroughly on that at HD Zürisee in Wädenswil, for example on pairing it with the HA-L7A. We listen for ourselves and help you choose between the leather and suede pads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Yamaha","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53093180801360,"sku":null,"price":4799.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/3262\/8048\/files\/yamaha-yh-5000se-kopfhoerer-offen-orthodynamisch-frontansicht.png?v=1787214044","url":"https:\/\/hdzuerisee.ch\/en\/products\/yamaha-yh-5000se-kopfhoerer","provider":"HD Zürisee AG","version":"1.0","type":"link"}