HIFIMAN Ananda Stealth

Open-back planar headphone with Stealth Magnet Technology

The Ananda holds a special place in HiFiMAN’s lineup. Originally positioned in a higher price segment, it quickly proved itself against far more expensive competitors. After a permanent price reduction, it now stands as one of the strongest values in its class.

While it does not exaggerate bass levels, it delivers an uncommon sense of authority and presence for an open-back design. Treble remains balanced and refined, while the midrange is smooth, neutral and natural.

With the introduction of Stealth Magnet Technology, the Ananda gains deeper bass, improved treble definition and higher efficiency – refining an already outstanding performer.

A fast and precise headphone with excellent separation and a clearly structured soundstage, allowing the listener to dive deeply into the music.

Unheardlab.com

Excellent punch and slam packed in an airy, sparkly and open sound; solid technicalities overall; big and expansive sound.

Headphones.com

The Ananda is so good that I consider it a benchmark headphone at this sale price.

Homestudiobasics.com

Near-perfect sound signature, fantastic imaging and soundstage, works with all genres.

Measurements

What does this mean?

The black line represents a reference curve describing how headphones are perceived as natural by most listeners. This research-based target is known as the Harman Target.

The Ananda remains very neutral from sub-bass through the midrange. The treble rise follows slightly later, giving voices and instruments a sense of depth in the soundstage, before closing the gap to deliver high-frequency detail. A tuning approach typical for HiFiMAN’s flagship models – and highly effective here.

Harman Research – The Perception and Measurement of Headphone Sound Quality

Technical Specifications