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Updated January 10, 2024·
If you prioritize sound quality and have a higher budget, the HifiMan Arya Stealth provides an exceptional listening experience with an open-back design that's great for critical listening but less suitable for noisy environments due to minimal noise isolation. It's also less portable and lacks wireless capability. On the other hand, the Marshall Major IV offers good sound with added convenience; they are wireless with substantial battery life, more portable, and have a built-in microphone for calls, which makes them versatile for everyday use but may not match the Arya Stealth in terms of overall sound fidelity. The Major IV is also more exercise and travel-friendly due to its on-ear, closed-back design. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the HifiMan Arya Stealth
- Best in class for music
- Good for gaming
- Excellent for TV and video
- Very good for podcasts and audiobooks
Advantages of the Marshall Major IV
- Very good for air travel
Key differences
Music
10.0
6.6
The HifiMan Arya Stealth is best in class for music, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
Gaming
7.1
5.4
The HifiMan Arya Stealth is good for gaming, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Phone Calls
5.1
5.8
The Marshall Major IV and HifiMan Arya Stealth are both poor for phone calls, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
8.1
6.1
The HifiMan Arya Stealth is very good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the Marshall Major IV is only fair.
TV and Video
9.4
5.7
The HifiMan Arya Stealth is excellent for TV and video, while the Marshall Major IV is poor.
Noise Reduction
2.5
5.6
The Marshall Major IV and HifiMan Arya Stealth are both poor for noise reduction, though the Marshall Major IV is somewhat better.
Battery
N/A
80.0 Hours
The HifiMan Arya Stealth does not have a battery. The Marshall Major IV has 80 hours of battery life.
Cost
$599
$100
$50
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
$400
The HifiMan Arya Stealth has a price of $599 and the Marshall Major IV costs $100.
Build Quality
9.0
8.5
The HifiMan Arya Stealth has excellent build quality, while the Marshall Major IV has very good build quality.
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How the HifiMan Arya Stealth and the Marshall Major IV compare to other earbuds and headphones
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| HifiMan Arya Stealth | Marshall Major IV |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$599 | $100 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | HifiMan | Marshall | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | November 1, 2018 | October 1, 2021 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Headphones | Headphones | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired + Wireless | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 10/10 | 6.6/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 5.1/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 7.2/10 | 5.5/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 9.5/10 | 5.8/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.5/10 | 6.3/10 | |
PERFORMANCE | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery life | |||
Battery life | N/A | 80 Hours | |
Wireless charging | |||
Wireless charging | N/A | Yes | |
Charging time | |||
Charging time | N/A | 3 Hours | |
Bluetooth version | |||
Bluetooth version | N/A | 5 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 2.5/10 | 5.7/10 | |
Virtual Surround | |||
Virtual Surround | N/A | No | |
Android App | |||
Android App | N/A | No | |
iOS App | |||
iOS App | N/A | No | |
Mic Quality | |||
Mic Quality | N/A | 9/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 9/10 | 8.5/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 8.4/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 408.2 Grams | 165 Grams | |
Microphone style | |||
Microphone style | N/A | Integrated | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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HifiMan Arya Stealth
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Headphonesty
Eric D Hieger | October 2022
"The Arya can easily be end-game headphones for 99% of consumers, satisfying most audio desires. Priced well above USD$1000, the Arya are obviously and gloriously not for the mass market consumer; they are designed and built by enthusiasts for enthusiasts – especially those who view their expenses on this level of gear as investments."
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Sound Guys
Jasper Lastoria | September 2023
"The Marshall Major IV shares quite a bit in common with its predecessor, but a key upgrade appears to be softer ear cushions. They make upgrading worth it. As a set of basic wired or wireless headphones the Major IV ticks most boxes by remaining easy to use, and fairly comfortable (at least, as on-ear headphones go)."
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About HifiMan
HiFiMAN is a Chinese, high-end, audio product manufacturer, with 20 years of experience, that specializes in amplifiers, digital audio players and planar magnetic headphones, some of which have become a staple in the audiophile community such as the entry-level Sundara, the midrange Edition X, and the very well-regarded, high-end, Arya.
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