








Description
Unique ORTHODYNAMIC™ Driver
At the heart of the YH-5000SE is the advanced ORTHODYNAMIC™ driver. The specially etched thin-film diaphragm, with a metal spiral structure and concentric corrugations, is extremely light, dimensionally stable, and incredibly responsive. The absence of a rigid central structure and magnetic materials in close proximity reduces discoloration and distortion – for an authentic, clear, yet smooth sound across the entire frequency spectrum.
Large, Open Casing with Stainless Steel Braided Mesh
The large-volume, open casing fully encloses the ear, providing optimal operating conditions for the diaphragm. Airflow is ideally guided, back-chamber reflections are minimized, and unwanted resonances are effectively suppressed. A smooth, Japanese-made braided stainless steel mesh filter precisely regulates internal pressure, while an arched elevation acts as a reflector. This creates realistic timbres, exceptional soundstage depth, and controlled, precise bass.
Finest Dynamics Thanks to Ultralight Thin-Film Diaphragm
The diaphragm is structured on both sides with a unique voice coil pattern and combined with micro-perforation air dampers. This allows it to follow musical impulses with extreme precision – from the finest details to powerful outbursts. The music remains dynamic, lively, yet controlled, with a fully articulated bass range without bloat.
Two Earpad Characteristics for Your Favorite Sound
For a perfect fit and individual sound preference, two high-quality earpad sets are included:
- Leather Earpads: Sheepskin leather on the contact surface, combined with perforated synthetic leather and mesh – for clear, defined imaging, precise soundstage, and excellent ventilation.
- Suede Earpads (Ultrasuede®): Luxurious, suede-like high-tech material with a warm, soft sound and maximum long-term comfort – ideal for hours of deep immersion in music.
This allows you to adjust the wearing comfort and sound character according to your taste and application.
Silver-Plated OFC Cables for Highest Signal Purity
The YH-5000SE comes with two braided, silver-plated OFC cables – for maximum flexibility:
- 3.5mm cable (unbalanced, 3-pole) incl. 6.3mm screw adapter
- 4.4mm cable (balanced, 5-pole) for compatible headphone amplifiers
The precise braiding reduces crosstalk and keeps losses in the signal path minimal. The result: clear mids and highs, precise imaging, and powerful, clean bass with excellent spatial extension.
Lightweight Magnesium Housing & Perfect Wearing Comfort
The housing frame is made of magnesium – extremely rigid, yet very light, and with excellent vibration damping. Weighing only approx. 320 g (without cable), the YH-5000SE is comfortable to wear even during long sessions.
The two-layer headband with stainless steel arch optimally distributes the contact pressure, while the three-dimensionally stitched head cushion evenly distributes the pressure on the head. The continuously adjustable slider and the obliquely mounted swivel mechanism of the earcups ensure precise adjustment and a sealed, comfortable fit without air leakage.
Design, Manufacturing & Warranty at Grand Piano Level
The open back is protected by a triaxial mesh material, also used in aerospace – functional, robust, and visually high-quality. All components are designed for functional beauty: a minimalist, timeless design that visibly reflects the dynamics of music.
The YH-5000SE is manufactured at the Yamaha Kakegawa factory in Japan – the same production facility where Yamaha flagship grand pianos and high-end audio components are created. Strict quality controls ensure that only perfect units are delivered. Through product registration, the warranty can be extended to a total of up to 5 years (2+3 years).
Technical Data
| Product type | open design |
| Installation type | open design |
Properties
Specifications
- Headphones YH-5000SE
- Design: Open-back, over-ear with headband
- Driver: Planar magnetic transducer (ORTHODYNAMIC™)
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 70 kHz
- Sensitivity: 98 dB/mW (at 1 kHz)
- Impedance: 34 O (at 1 kHz)
- Weight: Approx. 320 g (without cable, with leather ear pads)
- Housing Material: Magnesium frame, open housing with stainless steel mesh filter and triaxial mesh
- Ear Pads:
- Set 1: Sheepskin + polyurethane leather (Leather ear pads, HEP-5000LE)
- Set 2: Ultrasuede® (suede-like synthetic leather, HEP-5000S
Unbalanced Headphone Cable (HUC-SC020)
- Length: Approx. 2 m
- Connector, Device Side: 3-pole 3.5 mm jack (with 6.3 mm screw adapter)
- Connector, Headphone Side: 2-pole 3.5 mm jack (L/R)
- Conductor: Silver-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC)
- Weight: Approx. 105 g
Balanced Headphone Cable (HBC-SC020)
- Length: Approx. 2 m
- Connector, Device Side: 5-pole 4.4 mm jack
- Connector, Headphone Side: 2-pole 3.5 mm jack (L/R)
- Conductor: Silver-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC)
- Weight: Approx. 100 g
Headphone Stand (HST-5000)
- Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 118 × 283 × 146 mm
- Weight: Approx. 980 g
- Material: Aluminium (stand), copper alloy (joints)
Warranty
- 2-year manufacturer's warranty + 3-year extended warranty after product registration (total up to 5 years)
Special Features
- Yamaha's flagship headphones with ultimate True Sound
- ORTHODYNAMIC™ planar magnetic driver with ultra-light thin-film diaphragm
- Large, open housing with Japanese stainless steel mesh filter and arc-shaped reflector
- Exceptional tonal balance across the entire frequency spectrum
- Finest dynamics and transparency thanks to micro-perforation air dampers
- Two ear pad sets (Leather & Ultrasuede®) for different sound and comfort preferences
- Two high-quality, silver-plated OFC cables (3.5 mm unbalanced, 4.4 mm balanced) included
- Lightweight, rigid magnesium housing, only approx. 320 g
- Two-layer headband with stepless slider and inclined swivel mechanism
- Aerospace-grade triaxial mesh material to protect the open back
- Handcrafted at the Yamaha Kakegawa factory (Japan)
- Extended 5-year warranty via product registration
Scope of Delivery
- Yamaha YH-5000SE Headphones
- Set of leather ear pads (sheepskin / PU) – pre-installed
- Set of Ultrasuede® ear pads
- Unbalanced headphone cable (3.5 mm, 3-pole, approx. 2 m) incl. 6.3 mm screw adapter
- Balanced headphone cable (4.4 mm, 5-pole, approx. 2 m)
- Special headphone stand (HST-5000)
- Quick Guide
- Safety Manual
Manufacturer information
YH-5000SE
Yamaha YH-5000SE: Yamaha's flagship headphones. Special features include the ORTHODYNAMIC drivers, ultra-lightweight thin-film diaphragm, and exquisitely crafted materials.
AVAILABILITY
Immediately available: Available in our warehouse
Available: Available in our supplier's warehouse*
* We ship either from our warehouse or from our supplier's warehouse, whereby the goods can be sent either to us as an intermediate storage or directly to the customer. Our supplier is the manufacturer or distributor of the goods.
DELIVERY TIME
Shipping takes place within the delivery time stated in the online shop.
DELIVERY PERIODS
Prepayment: The delivery period begins one day after receipt of payment
All other payment methods: The delivery period begins one day after conclusion of the contract
DELIVERY DELAYS
Delivery delays may originate from our suppliers and will be announced by us. If major delivery delays occur, we offer a partial delivery, a replacement, or a refund upon individual arrangement.
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Description
Unique ORTHODYNAMIC™ Driver
At the heart of the YH-5000SE is the advanced ORTHODYNAMIC™ driver. The specially etched thin-film diaphragm, with a metal spiral structure and concentric corrugations, is extremely light, dimensionally stable, and incredibly responsive. The absence of a rigid central structure and magnetic materials in close proximity reduces discoloration and distortion – for an authentic, clear, yet smooth sound across the entire frequency spectrum.
Large, Open Casing with Stainless Steel Braided Mesh
The large-volume, open casing fully encloses the ear, providing optimal operating conditions for the diaphragm. Airflow is ideally guided, back-chamber reflections are minimized, and unwanted resonances are effectively suppressed. A smooth, Japanese-made braided stainless steel mesh filter precisely regulates internal pressure, while an arched elevation acts as a reflector. This creates realistic timbres, exceptional soundstage depth, and controlled, precise bass.
Finest Dynamics Thanks to Ultralight Thin-Film Diaphragm
The diaphragm is structured on both sides with a unique voice coil pattern and combined with micro-perforation air dampers. This allows it to follow musical impulses with extreme precision – from the finest details to powerful outbursts. The music remains dynamic, lively, yet controlled, with a fully articulated bass range without bloat.
Two Earpad Characteristics for Your Favorite Sound
For a perfect fit and individual sound preference, two high-quality earpad sets are included:
- Leather Earpads: Sheepskin leather on the contact surface, combined with perforated synthetic leather and mesh – for clear, defined imaging, precise soundstage, and excellent ventilation.
- Suede Earpads (Ultrasuede®): Luxurious, suede-like high-tech material with a warm, soft sound and maximum long-term comfort – ideal for hours of deep immersion in music.
This allows you to adjust the wearing comfort and sound character according to your taste and application.
Silver-Plated OFC Cables for Highest Signal Purity
The YH-5000SE comes with two braided, silver-plated OFC cables – for maximum flexibility:
- 3.5mm cable (unbalanced, 3-pole) incl. 6.3mm screw adapter
- 4.4mm cable (balanced, 5-pole) for compatible headphone amplifiers
The precise braiding reduces crosstalk and keeps losses in the signal path minimal. The result: clear mids and highs, precise imaging, and powerful, clean bass with excellent spatial extension.
Lightweight Magnesium Housing & Perfect Wearing Comfort
The housing frame is made of magnesium – extremely rigid, yet very light, and with excellent vibration damping. Weighing only approx. 320 g (without cable), the YH-5000SE is comfortable to wear even during long sessions.
The two-layer headband with stainless steel arch optimally distributes the contact pressure, while the three-dimensionally stitched head cushion evenly distributes the pressure on the head. The continuously adjustable slider and the obliquely mounted swivel mechanism of the earcups ensure precise adjustment and a sealed, comfortable fit without air leakage.
Design, Manufacturing & Warranty at Grand Piano Level
The open back is protected by a triaxial mesh material, also used in aerospace – functional, robust, and visually high-quality. All components are designed for functional beauty: a minimalist, timeless design that visibly reflects the dynamics of music.
The YH-5000SE is manufactured at the Yamaha Kakegawa factory in Japan – the same production facility where Yamaha flagship grand pianos and high-end audio components are created. Strict quality controls ensure that only perfect units are delivered. Through product registration, the warranty can be extended to a total of up to 5 years (2+3 years).
Technical Data
| Product type | open design |
| Installation type | open design |
Properties
Specifications
- Headphones YH-5000SE
- Design: Open-back, over-ear with headband
- Driver: Planar magnetic transducer (ORTHODYNAMIC™)
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 70 kHz
- Sensitivity: 98 dB/mW (at 1 kHz)
- Impedance: 34 O (at 1 kHz)
- Weight: Approx. 320 g (without cable, with leather ear pads)
- Housing Material: Magnesium frame, open housing with stainless steel mesh filter and triaxial mesh
- Ear Pads:
- Set 1: Sheepskin + polyurethane leather (Leather ear pads, HEP-5000LE)
- Set 2: Ultrasuede® (suede-like synthetic leather, HEP-5000S
Unbalanced Headphone Cable (HUC-SC020)
- Length: Approx. 2 m
- Connector, Device Side: 3-pole 3.5 mm jack (with 6.3 mm screw adapter)
- Connector, Headphone Side: 2-pole 3.5 mm jack (L/R)
- Conductor: Silver-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC)
- Weight: Approx. 105 g
Balanced Headphone Cable (HBC-SC020)
- Length: Approx. 2 m
- Connector, Device Side: 5-pole 4.4 mm jack
- Connector, Headphone Side: 2-pole 3.5 mm jack (L/R)
- Conductor: Silver-plated oxygen-free copper (OFC)
- Weight: Approx. 100 g
Headphone Stand (HST-5000)
- Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 118 × 283 × 146 mm
- Weight: Approx. 980 g
- Material: Aluminium (stand), copper alloy (joints)
Warranty
- 2-year manufacturer's warranty + 3-year extended warranty after product registration (total up to 5 years)
Special Features
- Yamaha's flagship headphones with ultimate True Sound
- ORTHODYNAMIC™ planar magnetic driver with ultra-light thin-film diaphragm
- Large, open housing with Japanese stainless steel mesh filter and arc-shaped reflector
- Exceptional tonal balance across the entire frequency spectrum
- Finest dynamics and transparency thanks to micro-perforation air dampers
- Two ear pad sets (Leather & Ultrasuede®) for different sound and comfort preferences
- Two high-quality, silver-plated OFC cables (3.5 mm unbalanced, 4.4 mm balanced) included
- Lightweight, rigid magnesium housing, only approx. 320 g
- Two-layer headband with stepless slider and inclined swivel mechanism
- Aerospace-grade triaxial mesh material to protect the open back
- Handcrafted at the Yamaha Kakegawa factory (Japan)
- Extended 5-year warranty via product registration
Scope of Delivery
- Yamaha YH-5000SE Headphones
- Set of leather ear pads (sheepskin / PU) – pre-installed
- Set of Ultrasuede® ear pads
- Unbalanced headphone cable (3.5 mm, 3-pole, approx. 2 m) incl. 6.3 mm screw adapter
- Balanced headphone cable (4.4 mm, 5-pole, approx. 2 m)
- Special headphone stand (HST-5000)
- Quick Guide
- Safety Manual
Manufacturer information

YH-5000SE
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