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What this page covers. The Dan Clark Audio models ranked here span headphones, including Dan Clark Audio E3, Dan Clark Audio Noire X and Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire. Use each model’s category position to compare it with alternatives of the same size and use case.
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Over-Ear Headphones
Ranked #1 of 134 in Over-Ear Headphones - Dan Clark Audio E3: $2,179.00 Amazon eBay
Pros: In oratory1990’s measurement it earns a preference score of 101, with response held within about 1 dB of the Harman target from sub-bass through the upper mids. Bass from 20 to 200 Hz sits less than 1 dB above target, so kick drums and bass guitar have full weight without bloom. A 27 ohm impedance and 90 dB/mW sensitivity are easy enough for a decent headphone amp, and the closed back keeps sound in and outside noise down.
Cons: The upper treble is uneven, with a 5.6 dB dip near 9.9 kHz followed by a 5 dB peak near 11.9 kHz, which can make cymbals and sibilance sound slightly uneven. At 455 g it is heavy for long sessions, and planar drivers at this sensitivity perform best from a proper amp rather than a phone.
Full Dan Clark Audio E3 review and specifications →
| Back | Closed |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 1.05 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Planar magnetic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Harman Preference Score | 101 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 27 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.04 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 1 lbs (455 g) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -1.0 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -0.2 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 1,224 Hz | +1.1 dB | 0.87 |
| Peak | 2,683 Hz | -2.0 dB | 3.34 |
| Peak | 471 Hz | -0.6 dB | 2.01 |
| Peak | 91 Hz | -0.5 dB | 2.36 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -1.8 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 167 Hz | +0.8 dB | 2.72 |
| Peak | 3,979 Hz | -0.6 dB | 4.28 |
| Peak | 5,845 Hz | -1.1 dB | 6.00 |
| Peak | 112 Hz | -0.3 dB | 2.53 |
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Ranked #6 of 134 in Over-Ear Headphones - Dan Clark Audio Noire X: $1,099.99 Amazon eBay
Pros: A preference score of 92 with only 1.3 dB of deviation from target keeps the response smooth, and bass sits slightly above target, with sub-bass 0.6 dB and 60 to 200 Hz 1.2 dB over. That gives kick drums and bass lines a full, warm foundation. Impedance of 13 ohms and sensitivity of 90 dB/mW work from a headphone amp, and the closed back isolates from surroundings.
Cons: Treble is uneven, with the 6 to 10 kHz band about 2.5 dB low and a 3.9 dB dip near 6.4 kHz, followed by a 4.2 dB peak near 11.9 kHz. That can make cymbals sound slightly dull then suddenly airy. The 403 g weight is heavy, and the high price is difficult to justify next to the HIFIMAN Arya Organic.
Full Dan Clark Audio Noire X review and specifications →
| Back | Closed |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 1.33 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Planar magnetic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Harman Preference Score | 92 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 13 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 90 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | -0.38 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
| Weight | 0.9 lbs (403 g) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -3.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | -0.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 116 Hz | -1.8 dB | 1.71 |
| Peak | 5,274 Hz | +3.7 dB | 0.76 |
| Peak | 4,808 Hz | -6.3 dB | 3.05 |
| Peak | 2,137 Hz | -3.1 dB | 3.41 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -4.3 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 611 Hz | +1.4 dB | 2.67 |
| Peak | 294 Hz | -0.6 dB | 1.94 |
| Peak | 62 Hz | +0.6 dB | 2.74 |
| Peak | 6,601 Hz | +1.7 dB | 6.00 |
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Ranked #89 of 134 in Over-Ear Headphones - Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire: $849.00 Amazon eBay
Pros: Bass is well controlled, with sub-bass within 0.3 dB of target and a gentle 1.9 dB lift from 60 to 200 Hz that adds warmth. The planar driver is a closed-back design that isolates from room noise. Mids from 200 Hz to 3 kHz stay within about 1 dB of target, so vocals stay natural.
Cons: Treble from 6 to 10 kHz sits about 3.8 dB under target, and a 10.5 dB dip near 9.9 kHz dulls cymbals and sibilance. A 3.6 dB peak near 5.5 kHz can add some edge to vocals and brass. At 13 ohms and 92 dB per mW it is the hardest to drive in this group and benefits from a proper headphone amp, and the Focal Elear has the same rating.
Full Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 Noire review and specifications →
| Back | Closed |
|---|---|
| Connection | Wired |
| Deviation From Target | 2.49 dB standard deviation |
| Driver Type | Planar magnetic |
| Form Factor | Over-ear |
| Harman Preference Score | 67 (measured by oratory1990, via AutoEQ) |
| Impedance | 13 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB/mW |
| Tonal Tilt | -1.06 (negative is warmer, positive brighter) |
EQ preset to match the Harman target
Set a preamp of -4.3 dB, then add these filters in any parametric equalizer (Wavelet, Equalizer APO, Peace, or a player with parametric EQ). Calculated by AutoEQ from its measured frequency response.
| Filter | Frequency | Gain | Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Low shelf | 105 Hz | +0.7 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 108 Hz | -3.5 dB | 0.79 |
| Peak | 7,952 Hz | +3.8 dB | 1.01 |
| Peak | 3,620 Hz | +4.7 dB | 1.74 |
| Peak | 5,424 Hz | -7.1 dB | 2.66 |
| High shelf | 10,000 Hz | -6.2 dB | 0.70 |
| Peak | 1,189 Hz | -1.8 dB | 3.03 |
| Peak | 300 Hz | -1.1 dB | 1.30 |
| Peak | 183 Hz | +1.6 dB | 3.08 |
| Peak | 1,976 Hz | +1.4 dB | 2.98 |
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