Over-Ear
Dan Clark Audio Stealth
88Outstanding
$4499
Full review dataDan Clark Audio Stealth vs Erzetich Aura: which should you buy?
On aggregated review scores the Dan Clark Audio Stealth comes out ahead with an HearWiki score of 88. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.
Our pick: Dan Clark Audio Stealth - Outstanding overall at around $4499.
Over-Ear
Erzetich Aura
68Good
$3260
Full review dataScore breakdown
Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.
Dan Clark Audio Stealth
Sound9.5
Value6.0
Erzetich Aura
Sound7.0
Value5.5
Specifications
| Spec | Dan Clark Audio Stealth | Erzetich Aura |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $4499 | $3260 |
| HearWiki score | 88 / 100 · Outstanding | 68 / 100 · Good |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | planar | Planar magnetic |
| Driver size | 76 mm | - |
| Drivers per side | 1 | - |
| Impedance | 23 Ω | 43 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB/mW | - |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | - |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | - |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 415 g | 740 g |
| USB-C | No | - |
| Balanced connection | Yes | - |
| Model code | - | Charybdis |
What reviewers said
Dan Clark Audio Stealth
The Dan Clark Audio Stealth is a premium closed-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers a highly refined, natural sound with impressive technical performance. It stands out among closed-back models for its clarity, detail, and smoothness, though it requires a powerful amplifier to reach its full potential, particularly for bass response. Its flagship-level build quality and included accessories further cement its status as a top-tier option.
- Pro:Exceptional clarity and detail retrieval
- Pro:Natural, smooth tonal balance
- Pro:Flagship build quality and accessories
- Con:Very power-hungry; needs a strong amp
- Con:Bass impact may be limited without ample power
- Con:Very high price point
Erzetich Aura
The Erzetich Aura is a premium planar magnetic headphone with a wired, open-back design and a notably fun, forward sound signature rather than a purely neutral one. It offers robust build quality and strong technical performance, with dynamic bass and good detail retrieval, but its treble-forward tuning may be polarizing for some listeners. While not the most neutral option, it excels as an engaging all-rounder for enthusiasts seeking an energetic presentation.
- Pro:Attractive, premium build and design
- Pro:Dynamic, impactful bass response
- Pro:Good instrument separation and detail
- Con:Treble-forward tuning can be intense at high volumes
- Con:Sound signature leans fun rather than neutral
- Con:Potential quality control concerns (e.g., channel imbalance)
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