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HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled vs STAX SR-007S: 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 3 of 4 measures.

  • HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled
  • STAX SR-007S
HearWiki score
84
83
Sound
9.4
9.5
Value
8.0
7.2
Price (USD)
$1,200
$2,390

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

STAX SR-007S (2025) against HiFiMAN Arya Unveiled (2024). 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-007S20251 yr newer

Specifications

Arya UnveiledSR-007S
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$1,200
$2,390
HearWiki score
84
83
Released
2024
2025
Availability
Still sold new
Sold new
Driver
planar magnetic
2× electrostatic
Driver type
planar
electrostatic
Drivers per side
1
2
Frequency response
8 Hz - 65 kHz
6 Hz - 41 kHz
Impedance
27 Ω
145000 Ω
Sensitivity
94 dB/mW
101 dB/mW
Active noise cancelling
No
No
ANC type
-
none
Transparency mode
-
No
Companion app
-
No
Custom EQ
-
No
Wear detection
-
No
Controls
-
none
Weight
413 g
430 g
Detachable cable
Yes
Yes
USB-C
-
No
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-007S

The STAX SR-007S is a refined electrostatic flagship that builds on the classic Stax formula with updated internals and comfort-focused earpads. It delivers a spacious, highly detailed soundstage with warm bass and clear treble, all while maintaining a smooth, airy presentation. This wired, over-ear design is a perfectionist's choice for those seeking an evolutionary upgrade in high-end audio.

  • Pro:Spacious and precise soundstage
  • Pro:Warm, deep bass with clear highs
  • Pro:Improved comfort and reduced earcup resonance
  • Con:Requires a dedicated electrostatic amplifier
  • Con:Very high impedance limits portability
  • Con:No built-in controls or wireless features

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

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