Yamaha YH-5000SE

Yamaha's flagship over-ear headphone and a definitive statement of the company's acoustic philosophy, the YH-5000SE brings the same engineering principles that have defined Yamaha's loudspeaker and musical instrument work to the headphone format, delivering the company's concept of True Sound, faithful reproduction of the original performance.

Type and Technology

Over-ear, open-back, dynamic. Yamaha's proprietary Orthodynamic driver technology with an ultra-thin diaphragm and planar-style magnet structure, achieving the low mass and controlled excursion of a planar magnetic design within a dynamic driver architecture. Handcrafted in Japan.

Sound Character

Natural, transparent, and musically complete. The YH-5000SE has a tonal accuracy and three-dimensional staging that reflects Yamaha's decades of acoustic research. Bass is extended and defined, midrange is lifelike and free of coloration, and treble is extended and pristine. The presentation feels unforced and natural in a way that invites long listening sessions without fatigue.

Build and Comfort

Premium materials throughout, including a magnesium alloy frame, real leather earpads and headband, and a carefully balanced structure that distributes weight evenly for exceptional comfort at any session length. Every detail reflects the care of Japanese master craftsmen.

Best For

Serious audiophiles who want the finest expression of Yamaha's acoustic engineering in a headphone, and those who value natural, unfatiguing sound above all other qualities.

What's in the Box

• Yamaha YH-5000SE headphone
• Balanced cable with 4.4mm jack
• Single-ended cable with 3.5mm jack
• 6.35mm adapter
• Hard shell carry case

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