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Why HiFiMAN is Special
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I believe that when a brand has decades of proven excellence, you can invest with confidence knowing your purchase is backed by years of audio engineering expertise. These products come from manufacturers with extensive histories of innovation and unwavering commitment to sonic excellence. Think of them like luxury watch brands - their reputation has been earned through decades of consistent quality and innovation.
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When you see "🎖️ Established & Reputed" products, expect time-tested excellence from manufacturers who've consistently demonstrated mastery in audio engineering for generations.
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A masterpiece from experts who know audio inside and out 🔧!
I tend to describe specialist manufacturers as "audio artisans" who focus exclusively on perfecting specific categories of equipment. These products are meticulously crafted by dedicated experts who possess deep knowledge of sound reproduction, ensuring every technical aspect is refined to perfection. Think of them like master craftsmen who spend their entire careers perfecting one specific skill - their focused expertise shows in every detail.
These dedicated experts bring years of specialised knowledge to the design process, resulting in products that consistently achieve exceptional performance standards through focused engineering excellence 🎯.
When you see "🌟 Specialist" products, expect focused expertise from manufacturers who dedicate their entire efforts to perfecting specific audio equipment categories.
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For the most passionate audiophiles who demand nothing less than audio perfection 💎, these exceptional products represent the absolute pinnacle of sound reproduction technology. When I designate something in this category, it means we've identified something truly extraordinary - a piece of equipment that transcends conventional standards of excellence. Think of these as the Rolls-Royce of audio - masterpieces that don't simply meet expectations but establish entirely new benchmarks for what's possible.
These aren't just premium products; they're timeless investments in musical excellence whose value transcends ordinary performance metrics. Each represents a fundamental redefinition of what's achievable in sound reproduction, incorporating innovations and craftsmanship that justify their exclusive status.
When you see "👑 I Am Worth It" products, understand that you're experiencing audio perfection - these masterpieces cater to those who recognise that true excellence knows no compromise.
Serious Audiophiles Only
For those who have ventured deep into high-fidelity audio 🎯, the pursuit of sonic excellence becomes an endless journey of discovery and refinement. I believe that serious audiophiles demand equipment that can satisfy the most exacting standards and deliver performance that pushes boundaries. These products represent the pinnacle of acoustic engineering, incorporating advanced technologies and meticulous craftsmanship that enable them to reproduce music with utmost fidelity.
Each product has undergone rigorous evaluation to ensure it delivers exceptional performance that discerning listeners demand, from precise frequency response to impeccable detail retrieval and sophisticated sound staging. These devices incorporate premium components and engineering excellence that justify their position at the apex of audio performance.
When you encounter "🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" products, expect uncompromising performance that satisfies the most demanding requirements and elevates critical listening to new heights.
Audiophile Community Favourite
When I see a product that keeps coming up in forums, Reddit threads, and community meet-ups, I know it’s earned its place. "Audiophile Community Favourite" is our way of spotlighting the gear that real listeners — not just reviewers — swear by. 🦋
These are products that enjoy a sort of cult following for all the right reasons: consistently great tuning, build, and value. They're the kind of recommendations you'd get from a friend deep in the hobby. If you're the type who likes going with a proven crowd-pleaser, these picks are beloved by thousands of ears.
When you see '🦋 Audiophile Community Favourite' products, expect reliable recommendations backed by passionate users, often refined over years of trust and love from the community.
Incredibly Popular
Some things deserve all the attention ⭐!
I've found that when something becomes incredibly popular in the audio world, it's usually for very good reasons. This exceptional audio gear has earned widespread popularity by consistently delivering outstanding performance that resonates with listeners across diverse preferences and experiences. Think of it like that blockbuster movie that everyone loves - sometimes, universal appeal indicates genuine quality rather than just marketing hype.
The widespread acclaim isn't just about trend or marketing - it's a testament to genuine quality and performance that has been consistently demonstrated through real-world usage. This popularity has been earned through merit, delivering reliable satisfaction to countless users 📈.
When you encounter "🥇 Incredibly Popular" products, expect proven excellence validated by the collective experience of satisfied users who've made these their go-to choice.
Our Team's Favourite
Cause after all, we are audiophiles first 🎧!
In my experience, when our entire team gets excited about something, you know it's genuinely exceptional. This audio gear has captured the hearts and minds of our seasoned experts, distinguishing itself as a standout favourite among people who test hundreds of products every year. Think of it like getting a unanimous recommendation from a panel of audio critics - when everyone agrees, you pay attention.
These selections have not only met but exceeded our rigorous standards, earning enthusiastic endorsement from our audio specialists who've tested everything from budget options to flagship models. When you choose these products, you're selecting gear that has been thoroughly vetted and passionately embraced by genuine experts 🏆.
When you choose "💙 Our Team's Favourite" products, expect expertly vetted excellence backed by genuine enthusiasm from people who live and breathe audio every day.
For Audiophiles at Home
I’ve always loved the ritual of coming home, settling into my favourite chair, and firing up a dedicated setup. Gear labelled For Audiophiles at Home is made for those moments — when you can really sit back and appreciate music in its purest form 🛋️. These products tend to be more powerful, larger, and often require wall power — perfect for a stationary rig.
Here’s the trade-off: these setups often involve external DACs, amps, or full-size headphones, which means more space, more power, but also more immersive listening. They shine when used in quiet environments, where detail, depth, and dynamics can truly be appreciated.
When you see '🏠 For Audiophiles at Home' products, expect: exceptional fidelity, stronger output, and the kind of soundstage that makes you never want to leave your listening chair.
Upgradeable Cable
Not satisfied with the current cable? No problem 🔧!
I believe in giving you complete freedom to customise your listening experience. These IEMs feature detachable cable systems that let you swap, upgrade, or replace cables whenever you want. Think of it like having a modular smartphone - you can upgrade individual components without replacing the whole device. Whether you're looking to improve sound quality, try different materials, or simply replace a worn cable, the choice is entirely yours.
The standardised upgradeable cable connection ensures compatibility with a wide range of aftermarket cables, giving you access to different sound characteristics and build qualities. This modular approach means your IEMs can evolve with your audio journey, allowing for easy maintenance and personalisation.
When you spot "🔌 Upgradeable Cable" products, expect future flexibility and the freedom to customise your audio experience through cable upgrades and replacements.
Built like a Tank
Durability concerns? Rest assured 💪.
I tend to describe these products as audio equipment that's built to survive anything you can throw at them. These headphones incorporate high-grade metal components and reinforced design elements that ensure they can handle demanding conditions while maintaining structural integrity. Think of them as the military-grade vehicles of the audio world - over-engineered for reliability and built to last decades, not just years.
The metal construction provides exceptional strength and longevity while contributing to a premium feel that serious audio enthusiasts appreciate. Whether you're a professional who needs reliable daily-use equipment or someone who values long-term investment in audio gear 🏗️.
When you encounter "🪖 Built like a Tank" products, expect unmatched robustness and durability you can count on for years of intensive use.
Why it Sounds Amazing
Planar Magnetic Driver
I love describing planar magnetic drivers as the Formula 1 cars of headphone tech. Unlike traditional dynamic drivers, planar magnetic drivers use an ultra-thin diaphragm suspended between magnets that pushes air with unmatched speed and precision. The result? Sound that’s exceptionally clean, fast, and rich in detail across the entire frequency range. 🎧
Now here’s what’s actually happening: because of the evenly distributed magnetic force across the diaphragm, you get lower distortion, tighter bass, and a superior transient response. Planars often need more amplification and are typically found in larger headphones, but the payoff is a sound that’s smooth yet revealing—incredibly accurate without being clinical. It’s the kind of driver that makes you rethink what your favorite track actually sounds like.
Balanced Sound Signature
In my experience, a balanced sound signature is like a well-cooked meal—nothing overpowering, everything in harmony. If you’re someone who listens to a bit of everything—rock one day, jazz the next—this is the tuning I’d recommend. It doesn’t boost any part of the sound unnaturally, so what you hear is often how the artist intended it. 🎧
Here’s what’s actually happening: the headphones don’t favour bass, mids, or treble excessively. This results in a neutral, natural, and versatile sound that suits a wide variety of music genres. While it may not feel as “exciting” as some more coloured tunings, balanced headphones tend to offer the most accurate reproduction, making them a favourite among audiophiles and studio pros alike.
Ultra-Wide Sound Stage
Do you wish to bring the concert hall to your ears 🏛️?
I love describing ultra-wide soundstage as "audio magic" that creates a breathtaking three-dimensional environment around your head. These specialised headphones feature an exceptionally spacious soundstage that creates the illusion you're sitting in the sweet spot of a magnificent performance venue. Think of it like teleportation technology for your ears - suddenly you're not wearing headphones, you're sitting in Carnegie Hall with perfect acoustics.
The precise instrument placement and remarkable sense of space work together to transport you directly into the music, making you feel as though you're experiencing a live performance. This creates a listening experience that's grand, enveloping, and incredibly detailed 🎭.
When you encounter "😳 Ultra-Wide Soundstage" products, expect concert hall acoustics that make you forget you're wearing headphones through sheer spaciousness and realism.
Crisp Vocals & Instruments
Vocals and instruments sound so good, it's like a warm hug 🤗!
I believe that when vocals are reproduced correctly, they should feel like the artist is performing right there with you. These headphones demonstrate exceptional prowess in reproducing clear, articulate vocals and instruments, with each element rendered in stunning detail and separation. Think of it like having front-row seats to an intimate acoustic performance where every breath, every string resonance, every subtle inflection comes through perfectly.
The natural timbre and tonal accuracy create an engaging presentation where every nuance is preserved while maintaining fatigue-free listening. Each word, note, and subtle inflection is reproduced with outstanding definition and emotional connection 🎤.
When you encounter "🍿 Crisp Vocals & Instruments" products, expect vocal excellence that brings you closer to the emotional heart of every performance.
Sharp & Precise Details
Are you a lover of sharp and precise details 🔍?
I believe that detail retrieval is like having audio superpowers - suddenly, you hear things in familiar songs that you never knew existed. These premium headphones are meticulously engineered to deliver remarkably detailed and precise sound reproduction, capturing every subtle nuance with exceptional accuracy. Think of them like high-resolution cameras for your ears that reveal the finest textures and micro-details that most headphones simply miss.
The carefully tuned drivers and advanced acoustic design ensure even the most delicate musical elements are reproduced with stunning precision. From the gentle brush of a cymbal to the subtle resonance of acoustic instruments, these products capture and present every sonic detail with remarkable accuracy 🎯.
When you see "📌 Sharp & Precise Details" products, expect extraordinary detail resolution that reveals new layers in familiar recordings with stunning clarity and precision.
Like a Party in your Head
Now this one’s easy—if a sound signature makes you want to dance, sing, or just lose yourself in the music, that’s what I call a party in your head. 💃 It’s the kind of sound that’s fun, energetic, and unapologetically lively. Think strong bass, glimmering treble, and a forward midrange that grabs your attention right away.
Technically, it’s usually a V-shaped or bass-boosted signature that’s not too concerned with neutrality but focuses on excitement and engagement. It’s perfect for Bollywood, EDM, pop, or anything upbeat. While it may not be the most accurate tuning, it’s the kind that gets your feet tapping and your head nodding within seconds. And honestly? Sometimes, that’s all you need.
Layered and Nuanced Sound
Imagine sitting in the second row of a grand music hall 🎼, where each instrument's placement creates a vivid sonic landscape before you. I believe these headphones recreate that precise spatial positioning, allowing you to distinctly perceive where each instrument would be on an imaginary stage. Think of it like watching an orchestra conductor - you can follow each section independently while appreciating how they work together in perfect harmony. The layered presentation ensures every element occupies its own distinct space while contributing to the whole.
This audio equipment creates a detailed listening experience where musical notes, overtones, and reverberations shine through clearly, keeping complex passages distinct and well-separated. The tuning excels at revealing subtle interplay between instruments and the natural ambiance of recording spaces 🎯.
When you see "🍰 Layered and Nuanced Sound" products, expect intricate soundscapes that reveal the depth, complexity, and artistry in your favorite music with exceptional clarity.
Needs Amplification
I tend to say this when a headphone or DAC just doesn’t wake up unless it’s got some real juice behind it. Think of it like a sports car that needs the right kind of fuel—without enough power, it won’t go anywhere near top speed. Some gear, especially those with high impedance or low sensitivity, demands a dedicated amplifier to reach its full potential.
Here's the trade-off: these headphones or IEMs may sound underwhelming straight out of a phone or laptop, but when paired with proper gear, they transform dramatically. You get tighter bass, better control, and improved resolution.
If you’ve got a power-hungry planar or a studio-grade headphone, investing in a portable or desktop amp will unlock nuance, dynamics, and depth that you’re otherwise missing out on. ⚡
HiFiMAN Introduces The All-new And Upgraded Arya Organic
Asymmetrical Earcups
Staying true to the HiFiMAN design language, the Arya Organic showcases Asymmetrical Earcups that follow the natural shape of the human ear.
Ergonomic Headband
This ergonomically designed headband offers superior comfort and durability. The new headband is lightweight and ergonomically structured, offering maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure.
3.5mm Connector Design
The Arya Organic features a 3.5mm connector design for connectivity which are similar to those found on most common audio devices. The included 3.5mm cable is user-changeable and replaceable allowing easy cable swapping, giving both maximum durability and enhanced customisability.
Accessories to Get you Started
2. Headphone cable (6.35mm termination) x1
3. Owner’s guide x1
4. Warranty card x1
5. Stealth Magnet technology leaflet x1
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HiFiMAN - Arya Organic comes with a 1 Year warranty
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It’s simply more exciting, engaging, and intimate. If you like the Arya SE but wanted more bass and warmth, then you’ve found your headphone.
It’s a very comfortable headphone with great resolution, dynamics, and soundstage. Due to low impedance, it’s also a very versatile one, you can plug it into a DAP and it will be able to show a lot
The Arya Organic seems to cater to bass heads more than the previous iteration, but that doesn’t take anything else away from the Arya’s established sound.
Arya Organic’s pricing helps keep that gate as wide as possible, but the improvements in its sound and performance gets you that much closer to true top of the line quality right from the start.
The Arya Organic is an excellent pair of open-back planar headphones. Like other Arya headphones, it has an outstanding design, durable build and delivers high-quality audio.
The Organic is still the Arya that people fell in love with a few years ago. These are just considerably easier to drive now, thumper and livelier sounding across the entire frequency response, clearer and more spacious sounding as well.
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Other Details
| Generic Name | Headphone |
| Importer Details | Importers Name: Hifiman Electronics India Pvt. Ltd Address: No: 229, Ground Floor, 18th Main, 5th Cross,6th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru, Karnataka-560076 Contact No: 080-48534996 |
| Net Quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer Details | Name: Kun Shan Corporation Address: No.88, Xueyuan Rd. Kun shan city, Jianjhu, 215300, P.R. China |
| Package Contents | Headphone cable (6.35mm termination) x1 Owner’s guide x1 Warranty card x1 Stealth Magnet technology leaflet x1 |
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Customer Reviews
Its been about two weeks now of listening to the Arya Oragnic headphones. The soundstage is huge, and I like the full yet detailed nature of these headphones. I connected them to my Topping A50/D50 stack using the stock cable as well as a balanced cable via the 4.4 mm connector. The balanced cable (from Mezze Audio) had a lot more oomph to the sound, but there was sibilance at the higher frequencies. This wasn't the case with the stock cable, but they sounded a tad dull. I then listened to the Arya on my Hifiman EF00. The headphones sounded fuller, and the sibilance was gone. Even though the headphones are easier to drive (compared to my HD6xx from Sennheiser, I think they do benefit from the R2R DAC and the increased power of the EF400. This time the difference between the two cables was less noticeable and the stock cable wth 6.35 mm termination also sounded very good. Looks like these will be my end game headphones.
Hi there! Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review for the product. Happy listening!
I had the Hifiman Sundara and I loved those headphones and would always find reasons to just listen to them. I thought what could be better than them. I heard a lot about Arya Organics so this Black Friday I picked them up and I wanted to say that they have made the pleasure of listening to music next level. I mean its like the perfect headphones . The bass which was some what missing in Sundara have been fulfilling and also these sound much wide and you can clearly listen to all the music instruments clearly. They are a bliss to listen to I love them.
Hi there,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the product. We are delighted to hear that you are enjoying them and that they have exceeded your expectations. Happy listening!
Hello reader, a couple of caveats before you read this further:
1. The cans are only a few days old, haven't used them much to form a long-term opinion
2. I am far away from an "audiophile", soundstage/warmth/technical are just fancy words to me
With that out of the way, yeah: WOW. These headphone are absolute WOW. I am coming from a DT 770 Pro and DT 1990 Pro, primarily, so the feedback that I share is relative to the experience with the DTs.
What I love about the Arya Organic:
1. Comfort: The DT 1990 Pro is very uncomforable for my ears, it digs and digs and I was never able to wear them comfortably and for a length of time that I would have liked. The Organic is very very comfy. The headband on top is perfect, the adjustments are in steps of around half a cm -- I would have preferred more granularity to the adjustment, but the current steps are enough as is. They click on nicely and stay put (so far).
Each of the L and R pad is nice and spacious, plenty of space for my ears, the cups also swivel, which is always welcome. Overall, an A+ for comfort.
2. Sound quality: Here's where I'd like you to refer to more learned reviewers to find if they are good for you. What I would say is that they sound fantastic to me. Absolutely fantastic. I have noticed details in songs that I have never heard before (typically these are very minor details, like backing music/vocal layers, or maybe a reverb effect that was erstwhile lost. The bass is good (it's accurate, not overblown). The mids/treble, all yummy.
What I didn't like: the cable length is very short. Thankfully, I can pull my AMP/DAC closer to me, but this might be a concern for others. I have a balanced cable coming in, which should be longer, so do keep that in mind.
Thanks a lot for your detailed and genuine feedback, we're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well. It'll also help our fellow customers to make the right choice!
I was fortunate enough to get my hand on unit as soon as it went live. It is an improvement over Arya stealth magnet in every department. the sound stage is wider, bass and sub bass is improved quite a bit. sound is quite detail. it's on brighter side (as with all highfiman). I would recommend to avoid pairing it with ESS chip (unfortunately that would rule out many DAC). I am using it with ifi Gryphon and ADI-2 fs. It's a perfect match. Over all it's a 5 star product for me, But if Arya stealth is available for 99K I would recommend that over this. It's a good improvement over that but not worth 40K good. If difference is around 20K I would recommend Organic any day.
We really appreciate the genuine feedback, we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well!
Background:
Upgraded to these from a Senn HD598. The HD598 has been my daily driver for the past 11+ years and still going strong.
While the HD598 sounds great, the lack of bass always left something to be desired.
Had always wondered how much of a difference a costly headphone would actually make. Thus started my hunt for a new headphone.
Had a single target, the HD800S, for which I had heard rave reviews all over the internet.
However, after spending nearly a month doing research and listening to some sound demos I found on the internet, I decided to go with the Arya Organic.
Why? - For some reason, the HD598 could pick up differences from the HD800S and Arya (Not Organic) sound demos. But it itself did not sound nowhere as good when I would play the exact same song directly.
While the HD800S sound demo sounded magical for orchestra, the Arya sound demo sounded great for all kinds of music and quite frankly tugged at the heart.
It had what my HD598 was missing. The HD800S sounded even less musical than the HD598.
I thought if the Arya was already that good, then Organic had to be good or even better since there are rave reviews about it all over the internet.
Sound:
I had the HD598 (and now have the Arya Organic) paired with the Aune Stack (Aune X1S 10th Anniversary Edition and X7S 2018).
Quite frankly, I could not go back to the HD598 just after listening to two songs. The Arya Organic has more bass and more heft to the sound which the HD598 lacks.
These are not bass heavy but just enough to make music fun.
With the Arya Organic I start tapping my feet to the music involuntarily and with nearly every song. This is not something I can say of the HD598; some.. sure, but not all.
However, voices and orchestra music still do sound good on the HD598. Not by a lot but just enough to sound good.
Build/Comfort:
The Organic's are quite a bit heavier than the HD598s. Compared to them, the HD598s disappear on my head when worn.
However, the Organic's headband provides superb weight distribution. I have worn it for hours in the past few days and it didn't feel unbearable at any point of time.
Build is a good mix of metal and plastic. It feels very good to hold, but still feels fragile.
Compared with the Organic, the HD598s feels like the old Nokia 3310s. I think I can bounce it against a wall, play catch with it and it would still work after that.
I love the material on the ear cups for the Organic. I thought it didn't get any better than what I had on the HD598.
One never hears about a Sennheiser headphone going kaput. Hifiman does unfortunately (as per many discussions on the internet).
This make me uncomfortable, but I do love the sound. I can only hope that these will last for a long time.
Soundstage/Imaging:
Wider and deeper than the HD598. For the HD598s, sound only exists in x-axis and it sounds congested.
Clarity in superb. Very revealing. Can pick up a millimeter of separation in the recordings.
For example - I found that most of the music/recording I was listening to had a very slight right bias. This annoyed me and had me thinking there were some issue with the left channel.
Looking up various imaging and channel tests from Youtube including mono tests didn't get me a satisfactory conclusion, till I landed on a thorough test by Abyss headphones.
There's a moment in the test when the person keeps the triangle in the dead center and strikes it. And lo behold, no right bias. The Organic reproduced the direction perfectly.
These are fantastic for gaming. Any genre.
These make you hear the games like the designer truly meant it to be and transforms the entire experience.
Truly makes me appreciate the lengths the sound engineers go when they design sound in the games.
On the note of FPS and sound imaging - I have this game which I have played for 100+ hours earlier. There's a point in this game when a NPC speaks to you, but you are unable to locate him since he is nearly hidden. I had not been able to locate him in any of my previous playthroughs. With the Organic, I was able I could locate him and that too before he ended his first sentence. These are that good.
Overall, I am thoroughly enjoying my time with the Arya Organic.
Edit-1: BEWARE.
Downgrading to one star.
Within 5 months, it has developed the following issues. I doubt I will have a headphone left before it even completes one year.
- Lower sound from the left channel.
- Headband rusting from within.
- Earpad leather peeling off.
Hifiman promptly disregarded the rust and leather peeling as "wear and tear". Upon sending more evidence they asked to contact the dealer (HeadphoneZone in this case)
For the sound, they suggested swapping the L&R cables helped alleviate the issue to a certain extent, but now I am stuck with left channel sound coming from the right and vice-versa.
This purchase is turning into the regret of the lifetime given how the conversation is going.
Hey there,
Thank you for taking the time to write this detailed review, we really appreciate the genuine feedback! Your review will definitely help fellow audiophiles to make an informed decision.