HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled vs HiFiMAN HE 6: 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

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled

84Outstanding

$1,200

Full review data

Over-Ear

Score breakdown

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

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled leads on 4 of 4 measures.

HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
HiFiMAN HE 6

HearWiki score

Sound

9.4

8.9

Value

8.0

Price (USD)

$1,200

$1,900

Specifications

Arya UnveiledHE 6

Type: Over-Ear; Over-Ear
Price (USD): $1,200; $1,900
HearWiki score: 84; 71
Released: 2024; 2010
Availability: Still sold new; Still sold new
Driver: planar magnetic; 60 mm planar magnetic
Driver type: planar; planar
Driver size: -; 60 mm
Drivers per side: 1; -
Frequency response: 8 Hz - 65 kHz; 8 Hz - 65 kHz
Sound signature: -; neutral-bright
Impedance: 27 Ω; 50 Ω
Sensitivity: 94 dB/mW; -
Active noise cancelling: No; -
Weight: 413 g; 502 g
Detachable cable: Yes; Yes
Connector: 6.35 mm; 6.35 mm
Balanced connection: Yes; Yes

Specification comparison of HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled vs HiFiMAN HE 6
Spec	HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled	HiFiMAN HE 6
Type	Over-Ear	Over-Ear
Price (USD)	$1,200	$1,900
HearWiki score	84 / 100 Outstanding	71 / 100 Good
Released	2024	2010
Audio
Driver	planar magnetic	60 mm planar magnetic
Driver type	planar	planar
Driver size	-	60 mm
Drivers per side	1	-
Frequency response	8 Hz - 65 kHz	8 Hz - 65 kHz
Sound signature	-	neutral-bright
Impedance	27 Ω	50 Ω
Sensitivity	94 dB/mW	-
Features
Active noise cancelling	No	-
Design
Weight	413 g	502 g
Detachable cable	Yes	Yes
Connector	6.35 mm	6.35 mm
Balanced connection	Yes	Yes

What reviewers said

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

HiFiMAN HE 6

The HiFiMAN HE 6 is a demanding, high-end planar magnetic headphone that rewards powerful amplification with a bright-neutral, highly resolving sound. Its large 60mm drivers deliver impressive detail and extension, though the heavy build and firm clamping force require a sturdy setup and patient listener.

Pro:Excellent detail retrieval and transparency
Pro:Wide frequency response with strong treble extension
Pro:Detachable balanced cable for flexible connectivity

Con:Very power-hungry; requires a strong dedicated amplifier
Con:Heavy at 502g, causing fatigue during long sessions
Con:Bright tuning may be harsh for treble-sensitive listeners

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