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# 103dB Sensitivity - Effortless drive from most devices Stealth Magnet - Acoustically invisible for pure sound NsD Diaphragm - 80% thinner for ultra-fast response HIFIMAN Ananda Over-Ear Full-Size Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones with Stealth Magnet, Comfortable Earpads, Detachable Cable for Home and Studio

**Brand:** hifiman
**Price:** $14164
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Elevate your audio game — hear every detail, miss nothing.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** HIFIMAN Ananda Over-Ear Full-Size Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones with Stealth Magnet, Comfortable Earpads, Detachable Cable for Home and Studio by hifiman
- **How much does it cost?** $14164 with free shipping
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## Best For

- hifiman enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hifiman brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Effortless Compatibility:** High sensitivity means flawless performance with smartphones and portable gear.
- • **Pure, Distortion-Free Sound:** Stealth Magnet tech eliminates interference for crystal-clear audio fidelity.
- • **Open-Back Soundstage Mastery:** Expansive imaging and clarity make every track feel like a live performance.
- • **Ultra-Responsive Planar Drivers:** Supernano diaphragm delivers lightning-fast, detailed sound you’ll crave.
- • **Ergonomic Design for Long Sessions:** Hybrid headband and asymmetrical ear cups ensure comfort during marathon listening.

## Overview

The HIFIMAN Ananda headphones feature advanced planar magnetic drivers with an acoustically transparent Stealth Magnet design and an ultra-thin supernano diaphragm for exceptional sound clarity and speed. With 103dB sensitivity, they pair effortlessly with most portable devices. Their ergonomic hybrid headband and asymmetrical ear cups provide comfort for extended use, while the open-back design delivers a wide, immersive soundstage ideal for home, studio, or gaming.

## Description

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Review: vs. the Sennheiser HD6xx... - 1 year update: I've now had the Ananda for almost one year and have been switching back and forth between them and the HD6xx. I will have a new incoming very soon (either the Audeze LCD-2c or Focal Clear OG). After a year, the truth is I find myself using the Sennheiser HD6xx slightly more often than the Hifimans. There is one simple reason for this, and its one that I mentioned in my original review below...the Sennys are much more comfortable and more critically, RELAXING. More often than not I listen to my headphones at the end of the day after my kids are in bed, and normally I want a relaxing experience. The HD6xx do a much better job of that than the Ananda. There is no question that the Ananda are technically a much more competent headphone than the HD6xx, but relaxing is not a word I would use to describe them. Its also more difficult to focus on something else while listening to the Ananda, sometimes I want music in the background while I'm doing something else. The HD6xx are excellent for that purpose, Ananda not so much. I still enjoy the Ananda for gaming and for listening sessions when I really want to pay attention to the details in the music. If thats what you want, they are an amazing deal now (even cheaper than I paid). But if you're an old fart like me (I'm 42 btw), you might actually prefer a Sennheiser HD 600 series can. My initial impressions in my original review all still apply. Original Review: I just bought these at what is apparently the new reduced price of $399, cheaper than the Edition XS, and it has to be said...they are spectacular at that price point. Yes they now have a newer version of these (the nano) but are they worth $300 more? Probably not. However, the only thing I can compare them to is the Sennheiser HD6xx because thats the only other higher end open back can that I own. To give you some background I am by no means a dedicated audiophile. Generally speaking I would not spend more than about $500 on any single piece of audio gear because it is my firm belief that beyond this price the law of diminishing returns really starts taking precedent. I've been listening to rock/metal and blues all my life and have been playing guitar and recording for 30+ years. FYI my $500 limit does not include guitar or recording equipment, only equipment purely for the purpose of LISTENING to music. My source gear includes a high end gaming PC and Schiit Modi/Magni stack connected via USB. Prior to purchasing the Ananda I had the 6xx for a few years and have really enjoyed them. These are my initial impressions of the Ananda vs. the 6xx after roughly 5-6 hours of listening time: Overall I find the Ananda to be much more "surgical" than the 6xx. They have a far bigger soundstage and are much more crisp and detailed. The 6xx are more intimate and a little warmer, particularly in the mid range, and I prefer the 6xx when it comes to vocals (and more specifically MALE vocals). For just about everything else though, the Ananda is superior. Just like the 6xx, the Ananda also lacks in the low frequencies, but that can be corrected with EQ, and unlike the 6xx the Anandas EQ extremely well. I found the 6xx to get a little muddy with too much low end boost, but not the Ananda. Despite the relatively neutral response of the Ananda, I do find them to be a little brighter than the 6xx which I don't like. But once again, that can be corrected with EQ. Due to the excellent soundstage and imaging of the Ananda when it comes to gaming and movies, there is simply no comparison to the HD6xx, they are far superior. Comfort is my biggest complaint so far with the Ananda. I have pressure points at my jaw and on the top of my head due to the combined effect of the clamping force, relatively stiff earpads, and the shear weight of them. The 6xx are far more comfortable for long listening sessions. One other thing: the cups on the Ananda are so huge that positioning them properly on your head (placing your ear in the correct location inside the cup) is actually very important and impacts the sound. That can take some adjusting early on to get them in the right place. If you read that comparison above and are still wondering whether or not I prefer them to the 6xx, you aren't alone. I'm still on the fence about that and haven't come to a firm conclusion. But either way, they are sufficiently different from the 6xx (and most likely all other Sennheiser HD models) to justify owning them along side the Sennys. I wouldn't trade in my 6xx for them, but I am happy to own them and most likely will reach for them more often than the 6xx, perhaps just not for as long of a stretch. At $399 though, you can't go wrong. You'll most likely be happy with them and overall, I would consider them a marginal "upgrade" to the HD6xx/650.
Review: Unbelievable bargain - These headphones released in about 2020 (I think!), retailing at $1000. Because the model has been replaced in Hifiman's line by the Ananda Stealth, the company is clearing the Ananda from its inventory. I got these for $359(!), and they blow everything I've ever heard anywhere near that price point (admittedly, not that much; as a business traveler, most of my "ear money" has gone to IEMs) totally away. You should pause reading this and immediately put them in your desertcart cart if they're still available. As of today, AliExpress has them at an even cheaper $320, but who wants to risk returning a lemon to China? Especially given Hifiman's reputation for poor durability. I live in an apartment and try to be a good neighbor, so I don't listen to anything at volume, except through headphones or in the car. I've been using SteelSeries' $300 Arctic Wireless Pro at home for six years, which at the time I bought them were considered the wireless "gaming" headset with the best sound quality (now perhaps displaced by the Arctis Nova Wireless and the Audeze Maxwell or equivalent), at home for the last six years. The Arctis has a Hi-res sticker -- which mostly means it can reproduce sound up to 40kHz, double the limit of human hearing -- but let me tell you, they weren't even close to the Ananda. They're fine in their own right, but listening to them after the Ananda, or even a good IEM, is like listening to music through a medium-thin towel. The only area (other than build) in which they can even compete is comfort, and given the Ananda's low weight and huge earcups (for my big ears), I don't think it'll even win there, in the long run. The Ananda's earcups have no swivel, and the fit is large on my medium-hat-wearing head. The bottom of the cups are fully in contact with my lower jaw for about 1/2". It's different, but not uncomfortable so far. These are my first open-backs, and I like the experience. I'm a basshead, and these things deliver all the slam and rumble I want. The sub-bass extends all the way down, but the bass shelf doesn't seem to veil the mids at all, and bass is textured and controlled. I'm not yet sure what I think about the bass timbre, but it might give something up to an IEM like the UM 3DT Terminator. They're significantly better than I expected, anyway. The highs are sparkly but not sibilant, and there's space between instruments. Imaging is solid, if not exceptional, and the dynamic headroom of the planar drivers seems practically infinite. (My first planars were actually the $189 Hidizs MP145, which are hugely impressive, but don't provide an experience like full-size cans.) I find it bizarre that a headphone that retailed at $1000 only came with a single-ended cable. But you can find aftermarket replacements on desertcart for <$40. I'm a big fan of balanced connections, so that was a mandatory purchase for me. It hasn't yet arrived, so the impressions above are based on the single-ended (3.5mm) connection. If you've never listened to headphones with a balanced (2.5mm or 4.4mm) connection, these are still going to sound great to you. Which brings me to my most severe criticism: the absolutely spartan presentation. These were clearly made at the end of a run, and there's literally nothing included in the box but the headset, a small box containing the cable, and packing material. If these had cost $700 (as they evidently once did) that would be very disappointing, but I'm not even knocking off a star at this price. Others have noted that the Anandas are difficult to drive, but I don't think that's true. I wouldn't plug them into your phone, but their low impedance and high sensitivity mean that even a high-quality dongle will be probably able to drive them well. (I, however, have been listening from a Fiio K9 DAC/amp plugged into my PC and playing FLAC and hi-def files.) It may be of note that while the Arctis Wireless Pro can be operated wired, it's done through a USB-to-3.55mm adapter; this means it can't benefit from external amplification, though a good DAC is always welcome. It does have an excellent mic, through, and did a decent job with multi-channel simulation.

## Features

- Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet: Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves to pass through the magnets without generating interference. HIFIMAN’s advanced magnet design is acoustically transparent, dramatically reducing wave diffraction turbulence that degrades the integrity of the sound waves. The reduced distortion yields pure sonic output that is accurate and full-range.
- NEO “supernano” Diaphragm (NsD)- “Hear what you have been missing”: The all new NsD is 80% thinner than previous designs resulting in a faster more detailed response while retaining lush musicality never before possible. At between 1 to 2 microns thick, the NsD diaphragm sets all be standards.
- High Sensitivity: High Sensitivity allows use with virtually any smartphone or portable audio device. Low distortion and amazing sound quality.
- ★Window Shade Grill Design greatly reduces sonic reflections for clearer sound;★ Asymmetrical Ear Cups follows the natural shape of the human ear;★ Hybrid Headband Design: ANANDA has a carefully designed weight dispersing strap allowing the headband to afford outstanding levels of long-term comfort. The sleek and sumptuous matte black finish is combined with a metal construction for maximum durability;★ Making Connections ANANDA comes with our updated 3.5mm headphone connectors.
- Efficient Planar Performance: ANANDA is the culmination of years of development, lightweight, ultra-fine planar drivers at their heart sing with unmatched agility and power sensitivity. Unparalleled Portable Audio Performance: ANANDA is the perfect companion for the portable devices, a sonic match made in heaven allowing you to experience sonic bliss wherever you may be.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07DJ2ZBB3 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Audio Driver Type | Planar Magnetic Driver |
| Battery Life | 10 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #26,004 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #763 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Bluetooth Range | 10 Meters |
| Cable Feature | Detachable |
| Charging Time | 2.7 Hours |
| Compatible Devices | Compatible with devices with 3.5mm audio jack such as iPhone, androids, iPad, iPod, laptops, tablets, computers, Mac, etc. |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Customer Package Type | FFP |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (450) |
| Date First Available | June 4, 2018 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-Ear |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00736902312223 |
| Hardware Interface | 3.5mm Audio |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Cable |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 14.1 ounces |
| Item model number | Ananda |
| Manufacturer | HIFIMAN Electronics |
| Material | Metal |
| Model Name | Ananda |
| Noise Control | None |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 16 x 14 x 10 inches |
| Sensitivity | 103.00 |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Specific Uses For Product | Music |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | No |
| UPC | 736902312223 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HIFIMAN
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 27 Ohms

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: I own the he 400i’s. how would you compare these to the ananda?**
A: I also have the 400is and the Ananda, both are great, but the Anandas are far super in every way.  I use iFi amps with all.

**Q: Which is the better buy for clarity , pro mixing/master, ananda, shure 1840, audeze lcd, beyer dt 1990? i produce hi hop....**
A: Hi fiman Ananda is th most resolute of the four you suggested.

**Q: Are these good for professional mixing and mastering? Also how is the sound compared to headphones in this range such Beyers 1990pro, Sennheiser 650?**
A: The best I've ever come across. Nothing in MI compares. I'm a pro composer and I mix on these and master. Amazing!

**Q: Given the high sensitivity (low impedance/ohms), how safe to use these with a powerful amplifier like the topping a90, smsl ho200 or dacmagic 200m?**
A: Very safe.  I use an A90 Discrete and have used a Headroom Home amp.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ vs. the Sennheiser HD6xx...
*by L***D on September 15, 2023*

1 year update: I've now had the Ananda for almost one year and have been switching back and forth between them and the HD6xx. I will have a new incoming very soon (either the Audeze LCD-2c or Focal Clear OG). After a year, the truth is I find myself using the Sennheiser HD6xx slightly more often than the Hifimans. There is one simple reason for this, and its one that I mentioned in my original review below...the Sennys are much more comfortable and more critically, RELAXING. More often than not I listen to my headphones at the end of the day after my kids are in bed, and normally I want a relaxing experience. The HD6xx do a much better job of that than the Ananda. There is no question that the Ananda are technically a much more competent headphone than the HD6xx, but relaxing is not a word I would use to describe them. Its also more difficult to focus on something else while listening to the Ananda, sometimes I want music in the background while I'm doing something else. The HD6xx are excellent for that purpose, Ananda not so much. I still enjoy the Ananda for gaming and for listening sessions when I really want to pay attention to the details in the music. If thats what you want, they are an amazing deal now (even cheaper than I paid). But if you're an old fart like me (I'm 42 btw), you might actually prefer a Sennheiser HD 600 series can. My initial impressions in my original review all still apply. Original Review: I just bought these at what is apparently the new reduced price of $399, cheaper than the Edition XS, and it has to be said...they are spectacular at that price point. Yes they now have a newer version of these (the nano) but are they worth $300 more? Probably not. However, the only thing I can compare them to is the Sennheiser HD6xx because thats the only other higher end open back can that I own. To give you some background I am by no means a dedicated audiophile. Generally speaking I would not spend more than about $500 on any single piece of audio gear because it is my firm belief that beyond this price the law of diminishing returns really starts taking precedent. I've been listening to rock/metal and blues all my life and have been playing guitar and recording for 30+ years. FYI my $500 limit does not include guitar or recording equipment, only equipment purely for the purpose of LISTENING to music. My source gear includes a high end gaming PC and Schiit Modi/Magni stack connected via USB. Prior to purchasing the Ananda I had the 6xx for a few years and have really enjoyed them. These are my initial impressions of the Ananda vs. the 6xx after roughly 5-6 hours of listening time: Overall I find the Ananda to be much more "surgical" than the 6xx. They have a far bigger soundstage and are much more crisp and detailed. The 6xx are more intimate and a little warmer, particularly in the mid range, and I prefer the 6xx when it comes to vocals (and more specifically MALE vocals). For just about everything else though, the Ananda is superior. Just like the 6xx, the Ananda also lacks in the low frequencies, but that can be corrected with EQ, and unlike the 6xx the Anandas EQ extremely well. I found the 6xx to get a little muddy with too much low end boost, but not the Ananda. Despite the relatively neutral response of the Ananda, I do find them to be a little brighter than the 6xx which I don't like. But once again, that can be corrected with EQ. Due to the excellent soundstage and imaging of the Ananda when it comes to gaming and movies, there is simply no comparison to the HD6xx, they are far superior. Comfort is my biggest complaint so far with the Ananda. I have pressure points at my jaw and on the top of my head due to the combined effect of the clamping force, relatively stiff earpads, and the shear weight of them. The 6xx are far more comfortable for long listening sessions. One other thing: the cups on the Ananda are so huge that positioning them properly on your head (placing your ear in the correct location inside the cup) is actually very important and impacts the sound. That can take some adjusting early on to get them in the right place. If you read that comparison above and are still wondering whether or not I prefer them to the 6xx, you aren't alone. I'm still on the fence about that and haven't come to a firm conclusion. But either way, they are sufficiently different from the 6xx (and most likely all other Sennheiser HD models) to justify owning them along side the Sennys. I wouldn't trade in my 6xx for them, but I am happy to own them and most likely will reach for them more often than the 6xx, perhaps just not for as long of a stretch. At $399 though, you can't go wrong. You'll most likely be happy with them and overall, I would consider them a marginal "upgrade" to the HD6xx/650.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unbelievable bargain
*by C***W on June 21, 2024*

These headphones released in about 2020 (I think!), retailing at $1000. Because the model has been replaced in Hifiman's line by the Ananda Stealth, the company is clearing the Ananda from its inventory. I got these for $359(!), and they blow everything I've ever heard anywhere near that price point (admittedly, not that much; as a business traveler, most of my "ear money" has gone to IEMs) totally away. You should pause reading this and immediately put them in your Amazon cart if they're still available. As of today, AliExpress has them at an even cheaper $320, but who wants to risk returning a lemon to China? Especially given Hifiman's reputation for poor durability. I live in an apartment and try to be a good neighbor, so I don't listen to anything at volume, except through headphones or in the car. I've been using SteelSeries' $300 Arctic Wireless Pro at home for six years, which at the time I bought them were considered the wireless "gaming" headset with the best sound quality (now perhaps displaced by the Arctis Nova Wireless and the Audeze Maxwell or equivalent), at home for the last six years. The Arctis has a Hi-res sticker -- which mostly means it can reproduce sound up to 40kHz, double the limit of human hearing -- but let me tell you, they weren't even close to the Ananda. They're fine in their own right, but listening to them after the Ananda, or even a good IEM, is like listening to music through a medium-thin towel. The only area (other than build) in which they can even compete is comfort, and given the Ananda's low weight and huge earcups (for my big ears), I don't think it'll even win there, in the long run. The Ananda's earcups have no swivel, and the fit is large on my medium-hat-wearing head. The bottom of the cups are fully in contact with my lower jaw for about 1/2". It's different, but not uncomfortable so far. These are my first open-backs, and I like the experience. I'm a basshead, and these things deliver all the slam and rumble I want. The sub-bass extends all the way down, but the bass shelf doesn't seem to veil the mids at all, and bass is textured and controlled. I'm not yet sure what I think about the bass timbre, but it might give something up to an IEM like the UM 3DT Terminator. They're significantly better than I expected, anyway. The highs are sparkly but not sibilant, and there's space between instruments. Imaging is solid, if not exceptional, and the dynamic headroom of the planar drivers seems practically infinite. (My first planars were actually the $189 Hidizs MP145, which are hugely impressive, but don't provide an experience like full-size cans.) I find it bizarre that a headphone that retailed at $1000 only came with a single-ended cable. But you can find aftermarket replacements on Amazon for <$40. I'm a big fan of balanced connections, so that was a mandatory purchase for me. It hasn't yet arrived, so the impressions above are based on the single-ended (3.5mm) connection. If you've never listened to headphones with a balanced (2.5mm or 4.4mm) connection, these are still going to sound great to you. Which brings me to my most severe criticism: the absolutely spartan presentation. These were clearly made at the end of a run, and there's literally nothing included in the box but the headset, a small box containing the cable, and packing material. If these had cost $700 (as they evidently once did) that would be very disappointing, but I'm not even knocking off a star at this price. Others have noted that the Anandas are difficult to drive, but I don't think that's true. I wouldn't plug them into your phone, but their low impedance and high sensitivity mean that even a high-quality dongle will be probably able to drive them well. (I, however, have been listening from a Fiio K9 DAC/amp plugged into my PC and playing FLAC and hi-def files.) It may be of note that while the Arctis Wireless Pro can be operated wired, it's done through a USB-to-3.55mm adapter; this means it can't benefit from external amplification, though a good DAC is always welcome. It does have an excellent mic, through, and did a decent job with multi-channel simulation.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by B***I on November 22, 2020*

Picked these on Amazon prime day sale a couple of months ago and below are my impressions. I am a big fan of planars and have started my journey with Hifiman He-560 quite some years ago and was itching for an upgrade from Mrspeakers Aeon closed and Sundara and here comes the Ananda. While Ananda is an upgrade from the above mentioned Headphones it belongs to a slightly different category from the above mentioned ones as it is the most easiest to drive of all the above. This is a headphone for the ones that crave for a grand experience portably, Ananda is the first step in the world of planars which opens a world of grandness with its massive stage height from a portable device. Cutting it short Ananda is pretty easier to drive at 103 db/mW, a mid-fi DAC with good driving power like ibasso DX-160 or Quloos QA 361and a mid-fi DAC Amp like Earmen TR-Amp can do good justice to it, however the benefits of a bigger amp cannot be ruled out. Ananda being advertised as being able to be driven a phone is like a joke but the good news is something like the Earmen TR-Amp can drive it well more so than the ibasso DX 160. With my experience with the three I would rate the experience with Earmen TR-Amp as the best followed by QA 361 and DX-160 in balanced. Build Solidly built with all metal and very comfortable even though the chassis is the same as the Sundara. The good news about Ananda's ear cups is the side wall material is of thicker variety and one can be rest assured it will have a longer life, on the contrary Sundara's side wall material is on the softer side and starts tearing up after an year of usage. I had auditioned a friend's unit which has been in use for more than 2 years and was glad to see that it is very intact. A big thumps up for the build quality even on the looks front Ananda looks grand especially on the side profile with silver shaded grilles. When I had a closer look at the driver units I could see that the 2020 version has a thicker cloth mesh to protect from outside dust and Hifiman claims that the QC is much better on the newer HPs and they have not received any single driver failure on the newer models in India, a bit reassuring. The cable is a joke but at least it is on the softer side and is very much usable and does not have a mind of its own but Hifiman decides to give you two cables one with 3.5 termination and one with 6.3mm termination!! What about an XLR instead of 6.3mm! have they lost their mind? Sound So how does it sound? It’s like a big extension of HD 650 if I can say! The first thing that strikes you immediately is the height of the stage it is so huge given the size of the driver. It actually has the warmth of a HD650 with the speed of a planar. The one thing that puts me down with warm sounding DD HPs is the lack of speed and Ananda comes as a refresher here, it is a touch warmer than Sundara making it the most musical HP in Hifiman line up. Ananda is a culmination from Hifiman Edition X and is more on the detailed side and I would say they had hit the bull's eye with tone in Ananda, no wonder these sell very well worldwide. It has enough bass to keep you engaged and punchy but if you are looking for pure slam, Sundara scores better but please note that Sundara is a bit harsh sounding than Ananda and needs to be Eq'd however with Ananda you just don't need Eq at all. I don't listen to genres like R&B & Hip hop but with Jazz, Rock and Indian film music it plays hard. Rock especially is particularly refreshing as it has a good treble response along with the warmth and punchy bass. I listen to 80s & 90s mostly, the golden (Raja) era of South Indian film music and would like my voices full and rounded and Ananda does full justice to that, honestly I would not expect any more from the voice front on this. It can fall back a smidgen on the mids when compared to the likes of Arya when it comes to emotion of mids but Arya is double the price and needs a desktop setup too, I would request not to come to a judgement with just a few tracks. Some of my regular Jazz nos had the voice upfront and grand with TR-Amp itself and there is not a hint of shoutiness with such a small DAC/Amp. This is the biggest strength of the Ananda as mentioned above, you need not be tied to a desktop set up to experience a grand scale presentation however it scale well with a good desktop set up. Treble response is sweet and is technically or I can say qualitatively far better than the likes of HE400i and Sundara which completes the package very well, those who upgrade from HPs like Sundara will immediately notice that the quality of the treble is on a much higher pedestal. It has higher resolution and is comparable to the high end category like Arya. It is on the thinner side compared to the likes of HD800 which could be thicker and a bit harsh sounding. If you want me to pick up a HP between Ananda & HD800 my choice would be the Ananda. HD800 needs a better desktop chain and is very amp picky and needs a lot of additional investment to sound better unlike the Ananda which just shines with an entry level DAC amp like TR-Amp. Ananda beats HD800 in stage height and HD800 beats Ananda in stage width, I would say any HP for that matter. The scalability factor with high end amps could be higher on the HD800 but Ananda gives you an easy path to high end audio. Conclusion Overall it is an excellent package and I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for an upgrade from Sundara or who is not happy with the Audeze line up in this price category.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*