Over-Ear
Dan Clark Audio Stealth
88Outstanding
$4499
Full review dataDan Clark Audio Stealth vs Meze ELITE TUNGSTEN: 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
Meze ELITE TUNGSTEN
88Outstanding
$3999
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
Meze ELITE TUNGSTEN
Sound9.0
Value6.5
Specifications
| Spec | Dan Clark Audio Stealth | Meze ELITE TUNGSTEN |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Price (USD) | $4499 | $3999 |
| HearWiki score | 88 / 100 · Outstanding | 88 / 100 · Outstanding |
| Released | 2021 | 2023 |
| Audio | ||
| Driver | planar | Rinaro Isodynamic Hybrid Array® |
| Driver size | 76 mm | 102 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 | 1 |
| Frequency response | - | 3Hz-112kHz |
| Impedance | 23 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB/mW | 101 dB/mW |
| Wireless | ||
| Multipoint pairing | No | No |
| Features | ||
| Active noise cancelling | No | No |
| Design | ||
| Weight | 415 g | 433 g |
| USB-C | No | No |
| Balanced connection | Yes | - |
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
Meze ELITE TUNGSTEN
The Meze Elite Tungsten is an open-back planar flagship that stands out for its unusually easy drivability in its class, pairing moderate impedance with high sensitivity so it doesn't demand extreme amplifiers. Its 102mm Rinaro Isodynamic driver delivers a wide frequency response, low distortion, and a musically engaging, detailed sound, all wrapped in a premium, meticulously crafted build. While it performs well from modest sources, pairing it with a clean, powerful amp unlocks its full technical potential.
- Pro:Easy to drive for a planar flagship, works with a wide range of amps
- Pro:Exceptional build quality and premium materials
- Pro:Very low distortion with high maximum output capability
- Con:Expensive at around $4000, limiting accessibility
- Con:Sound quality scales notably with high-end amplification, so budget setups may underperform
- Con:No wireless or ANC features, purely wired design
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