Erzetich Dirac vs HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled: which should you buy?

On aggregated review scores the HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled comes out ahead with a HearWiki score of 84. The full breakdown - sub-scores, specs and what reviewers actually said - is below.

Our pick: HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled - Outstanding overall at around $1199.

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled leads on 3 of 4 measures.

Erzetich Dirac
HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

HearWiki score

Sound

8.5

9.4

Value

5.5

8.0

Price (USD)

$1,200

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

The HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled is 2 years newer, but it is 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.

Dirac2022
Arya Unveiled20242 yr newer

Specifications

DiracArya Unveiled

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $1,200; $1,200
HearWiki score: 64; 84
Released: 2022; 2024
Availability: Discontinued; Still sold new
Driver: 50 mm dynamic; planar magnetic
Driver type: dynamic; planar
Driver size: 50 mm; -
Drivers per side: -; 1
Frequency response: -; 8 Hz - 65 kHz
Impedance: 80 Ω; 27 Ω
Sensitivity: -; 94 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling: No; No
Weight: 450 g; 413 g
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
Pad material: leatherette; -
Connector: -; 6.35 mm
Balanced connection: -; Yes
Model code: Charybdis; -

Specification comparison of Erzetich Dirac vs HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
Spec	Erzetich Dirac	HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$1,200	$1,200
HearWiki score	64 / 100 Good	84 / 100 Outstanding
Released	2022	2024
Audio
Driver	50 mm dynamic	planar magnetic
Driver type	dynamic	planar
Driver size	50 mm	-
Drivers per side	-	1
Frequency response	-	8 Hz - 65 kHz
Impedance	80 Ω	27 Ω
Sensitivity	-	94 dB/mW
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	No
Design
Weight	450 g	413 g
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
Pad material	leatherette	-
Connector	-	6.35 mm
Balanced connection	-	Yes
Model code	Charybdis	-

What reviewers said

Erzetich Dirac

The Erzetich Dirac is a handmade, wired over-ear headphone that pairs solid craftsmanship with a lively, energetic sound. Its 50 mm dynamic drivers deliver a detailed and engaging presentation, though the 450-gram weight and premium price point make it a niche choice for dedicated enthusiasts.

Pro:Excellent build quality and craftsmanship
Pro:Lively, engaging sound signature
Pro:Detachable cable for easy replacement

Con:Heavy at 450 grams
Con:Premium price tag
Con:Polarizing aesthetic design

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

The HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled is a high-end open-back planar magnetic headphone that delivers exceptional detail, tonal accuracy, and a balanced soundstage, making it a strong contender for audiophiles. Its grill-less design reduces reflections for cleaner audio, and it offers easy drivability for its class, though the exposed drivers require careful handling. With a neutral-to-warm tuning and broad frequency extension, it provides a compelling blend of technical performance and musicality.

Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and tonal accuracy
Pro:Spacious and well-defined imaging
Pro:Comfortable for extended listening sessions

Con:Exposed driver design requires careful handling
Con:Limited connectivity options out of the box
Con:Ear-cup material may not appeal to everyone

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