Over-Ear
Abyss Diana V3 DZ
74Great
$4,000
Full review dataAbyss Diana V3 DZ vs Focal Utopia: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Focal Utopia comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 81. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Focal Utopia - Outstanding overall at around $4999.
Over-Ear
Focal Utopia
81Outstanding
$5,000
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Focal Utopia leads on 3 of 4 measures.
- Abyss Diana V3 DZ
- Focal Utopia
HearWiki score
74
81
Sound
9.2
9.7
Value
4.8
5.8
Price (USD)
$4,000
$5,000
Generation & platform
The scores rank quality. This is the other question: is the newer one actually newer technology, or the same platform in a new shell?
Same generation
Abyss Diana V3 DZ (2023) against Focal Utopia (2022). These are the same generation of hardware - nothing in the radio, the codecs or the noise cancelling separates them. Nothing separates them on convenience features either, so the choice comes down to tuning and price.
- Diana V3 DZ20231 yr newer
- Utopia2022
Specifications
Diana V3 DZUtopia
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Over-Ear
- Price (USD)
- $4,000
- $5,000
- HearWiki score
- 74
- 81
- Released
- 2023
- 2022
- Availability
- Discontinued
- Still sold new
- Driver
- 63 mm planar magnetic
- 40 mm dynamic
- Driver type
- planar
- dynamic
- Driver size
- 63 mm
- 40 mm
- Drivers per side
- 1
- 1
- Frequency response
- 5 Hz - 65 kHz
- 5 Hz - 23 kHz
- Sound signature
- -
- neutral
- Impedance
- 50 Ω
- 80 Ω
- Sensitivity
- 92 dB/mW
- 104 dB/mW
- Active noise cancelling
- No
- No
- Controls
- none
- -
- Voice assistant
- No
- -
- Weight
- 315 g
- 490 g
- Water resistance
- -
- none
- Detachable cable
- Yes
- Yes
- USB-C
- No
- No
- Connector
- 4.4 mm balanced
- -
- Model code
- Diana DZ
- -
What reviewers said
Abyss Diana V3 DZ
The Abyss Diana V3 DZ is a premium wired planar magnetic headphone featuring a 63mm driver, designed for audiophiles seeking high-resolution sound with a neutral, refined tonal balance. Its lightweight 315g build and holographic presentation make it a standout in the ultra-high-end category, though its 50-ohm impedance and 92 dB/mW sensitivity demand a powerful amplifier. It prioritizes technical performance and spacious imaging over vocal intimacy, appealing to listeners who value detail and soundstage.
- Pro:Exceptional resolution and clarity from 63mm planar drivers
- Pro:Lightweight and premium build quality
- Pro:Wide, holographic soundstage with strong channel separation
- Con:Requires a powerful amp due to low sensitivity
- Con:Not ideal for those seeking intimate vocal presentation
- Con:High price point limits accessibility
Focal Utopia
The Focal Utopia is a premium open-back wired headphone engineered for audiophiles seeking reference-grade neutrality. Its 40mm beryllium driver delivers exceptional detail, low distortion, and a finely tuned high-frequency response, making it a top-tier choice for critical listening. While its performance is class-leading, the steep price positions it as a luxury investment rather than a practical everyday option.
- Pro:Outstanding resolution and micro-detail retrieval
- Pro:Very low distortion with a neutral, accurate sound signature
- Pro:Premium build quality and detachable cable design
- Con:Extremely high price point
- Con:No active noise cancellation or wireless connectivity
- Con:Heavy weight (490g) may be tiring during long sessions
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