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Erzetich Dirac

64/ 100
Good
HearWiki score

Priced about right

$1,200
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

Brand
Erzetich
Type
Over-Ear
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2022

Score breakdowngood overall

Sound8.5
Value5.5

The Charybdis are open-back planar-magnetic headphones with CNC-milled aluminum cups and a carbon fiber headband, designed for experienced audiophiles seeking detailed, mature sound.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

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.

What works

  • Excellent build quality and craftsmanship
  • Lively, engaging sound signature
  • Detachable cable for easy replacement
  • Detailed dynamic driver performance

What doesn't

  • Heavy at 450 grams
  • Premium price tag
  • Polarizing aesthetic design

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - Erzetich Dirac
Driver50 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size50 mm
Impedance80 Ω

What the reviews said

4 source(s) feeding this product's score.

headfonics.com

84

The reviewer treats the Mania as a well-built semi-open dynamic headphone with a balanced, slightly dark but still detailed signature. The published page also lists the model’s core measurements and gives the impression of a competent, enthusiast-oriented headphone.

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audiophileon.com

The reviewer praises the Mania for its excellent build quality and lively, engaging sound. The main criticisms are its weight, its polarizing styling, and its relatively high price.

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head-fi.org

The Charybdis is presented as a flagship open-back planar with strong resolution, spaciousness, and well-controlled bass. The reviewer’s overall impression is highly favorable, with comments that it is among the best headphones they have heard.

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soundnews.net

The review presents the Mania as a distinctive handmade dynamic headphone with strong craftsmanship and an energetic sound character. It also notes practical tradeoffs such as a fairly heavy design and a premium cost.

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