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An introduction to Austrian Audio Hi-X65, based on information from the maker and distributors: what it does, how to use it and who it may suit. It is not scored.
The Hi-X65 doesn't flatter your sound – it reveals it.
— Austrian Audio official site
What is Hi-X65?
The Hi-X65 is a professional open-back over-ear headphone from Austrian Audio, with tuning described as neutral for mixing and mastering.
It has a 44 mm Hi-Xcursion driver with a ring magnet system, a 5 Hz to 28 kHz frequency range and 25 ohm impedance.
It is described as lightweight and ergonomic with memory foam ear pads. Ear pads and cables are replaceable.
The low impedance is meant to make it easy to drive from modest sources.
Open-back
An open design aimed at a wide soundstage and precise imaging, for mix checking.
44 mm driver
A Hi-Xcursion driver with a ring magnet system.
Low impedance
25 ohm and 110 dB SPL/V are numbers easy to drive from a computer.
Replaceable parts
Ear pads and cables are replaceable.
Lightweight
310 g without the cable, described as easy on the head in long sessions.
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Open-back over-ear |
| Driver | 44 mm Hi-Xcursion (ring magnet) |
| Frequency range | 5 Hz – 28 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB SPL/V |
| THD (1 kHz) | <0.1% |
| Impedance | 25 ohm |
| Input power | 150 mW |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
| Dimensions | 200 x 170 x 85 mm |
| Weight | 310 g (without cable) |
What is included and system requirements
- Two detachable cables (3 m and 1.2 m)
- 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
How to use it
- Connect a cable to the headphone.
- Connect the other end to an output.
- Use the adapter if needed.
- Put on with volume low.
- Raise the volume.
- Choose the long or short cable by use.
Mix and master checks
Described as neutrally tuned, it may serve for checking.
Long sessions
Its light build may suit long production work.
Laptop production
Low impedance may make it easy to use with modest outputs.
Who it may suit
- People seeking open-back mixing headphones
- Those working long hours
- Those wanting replaceable parts
Good to know before you buy
- Being open-back, sound leaks out.
How it differs from similar products
We do not pick a winner; the official figures are placed side by side.
Austrian Audio Hi-X60
Hi-X65 is open-back at 310 g, Hi-X60 is closed-back at 320 g. Both list 25 ohm impedance.
Price
Please check the official page for the price.
See Hi-X65 on the product page
Sources: austrian.audio (checked 2026-10-27)
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