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HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled vs STAX SR-007 (Mk2.5): 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.

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
  • STAX SR-007 (Mk2.5)
HearWiki score
84
80
Sound
9.4
9.2
Value
8.0
5.5
Price (USD)
$1,200
$1,950

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

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.

  • Arya Unveiled2024
  • SR-007 (Mk2.5)Year unknown

Specifications

Arya UnveiledSR-007 (Mk2.5)
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$1,200
$1,950
HearWiki score
84
80
Released
2024
-
Availability
Still sold new
Availability unknown
Driver
planar magnetic
2× 106 mm electrostatic
Driver type
planar
electrostatic
Driver size
-
106 mm
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
8 Hz - 65 kHz
6 Hz - 41 kHz
Sound signature
-
neutral-warm
Impedance
27 Ω
170000 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
100 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling
No
No
Weight
413 g
365.7 g
Detachable cable
Yes
-
Connector
6.35 mm
-
Balanced connection
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

STAX SR-007 (Mk2.5)

The STAX SR-007 Mk2.5 is a premium electrostatic headphone known for its warm-neutral tuning and smooth, refined presentation. It excels in delivering natural timbre, textured bass, and quick detail retrieval, though its sound can vary noticeably with fit. Built to a high standard, it offers a relaxed, non-fatiguing listen for those with a dedicated electrostatic amplifier setup.

  • Pro:Refined, natural sound with smooth highs
  • Pro:Deep, textured bass extension
  • Pro:Fast and detailed transient response
  • Con:Sound quality is highly sensitive to fit
  • Con:Requires specialized electrostatic amplifier
  • Con:Bass may lack punch for some listeners

Summaries are AI-condensed and paraphrased from published reviews and specs - not original hands-on testing. More on our method.

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