Dunu Arashi

Bass is a consistent highlight: reviewers call it deep, tactile, weighty and punchy, with satisfying sub-bass rumble. It also stays controlled on complex basslines, combining strong impact with a linear, unbloated presentation.

The midrange is widely praised for realistic timbre, clear separation and excellent vocal reproduction. Male and female voices are described as natural and gorgeous, while guitars remain present, articulate and energetic rather than recessed.

Treble is detailed, lustrous and energetic, with crisp upper mids and no reported harshness or sibilance. One reviewer wanted a little more upper-treble energy, while another found the level slightly higher than their personal preference despite its refined behavior.

The Arashi separates dense arrangements with notably clean layering; one review says instruments and even crowd sounds can be picked apart with forensic precision. Another finds its resolving ability competitive at the price, though not quite at the level of the HiFiMAN Arya or Sennheiser HD 800 S.

Reviewers hear strong left-to-right width and especially precise, tightly focused image placement. Depth and forward projection are less expansive than the width, so the presentation can feel a touch intimate rather than fully holographic.

The Arashi is repeatedly described as punchy, tactile and dynamically lively. Its bass impact gives music convincing physical force, and one reviewer considers it more punchy and dynamic than both the Arya and HD 800 S.

Although it is a substantial 500 g headphone, reviewers consistently praise the suspension headband and pads for distributing that weight effectively. One reviewer wore it for seven continuous hours without crown pressure or fatigue, while another found it super comfortable despite the weight.

Reviews describe a premium, solidly executed headphone built around manganese steel and aluminium-alloy components, with attractive metal housings and a supportive suspension system. The design and finish are repeatedly said to look and feel genuinely high-end.

The Arashi includes two quality 3 m cables, terminated in 6.35 mm and four-pin XLR, using twin 3.5 mm cup connectors that reviewers consider simple to replace or upgrade. It is also relatively easy to drive, although one reviewer found that a good headphone amplifier brings more from its performance.

At $1,400, reviewers consider the Arashi highly competitive rather than merely competent for its class. StereoNET calls it excellent value despite the premium price, while Passion for Sound says it is amazing at the price and praises performance and finish associated with considerably more expensive headphones.