Meze Empyrean II official product imageAudiophileMeze Empyrean IICompare firstN/A (wired)Decent review score, but the value depends heavily on street price, fit, comfort, and your listening priorities.Critic score—Value score45Price$2999Release age3 years oldUser score8.9Best forcritical listeninghome desksdetail seekersConsensus80/100Release age3 years oldValue score45/100Check price on Amazon↗Full review & specs →
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HIFIMAN official product imageAudiophileHifiman Ananda NanoBest valueN/A (wired, planar magnetic)A strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.Critic score—Value score100Price$599Release age3y 4m oldUser score8.4Best forcritical listeninghome desksdetail seekersConsensus90/100Release age3y 4m oldValue score100/100Check price on Amazon↗Full review & specs →
Focal Bathys official product imageAudiophileFocal Bathys90Best valueDAC / ANCA strong score for the money. Prioritise good sale prices and reputable refurbished options.Critic score90Value score100Price$699Release age4y 1m oldUser score7.4Best forcritical listeninghome desksdetail seekersConsensus90/100Release age4y 1m oldValue score100/100Check price on Amazon↗Full review & specs →
