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HiFiMAN Susvara Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£5,900
Avg. price in US: ~$6,000
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

HiFiMAN Susvara review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

3.9

Poor

3.1

Poor

7.3

Very good

0.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
0.5
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
1.0
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
0.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
0.0
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
1.4
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Weight
24.0%
1.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
1.0
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

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Best rankings

#784 in Best Wired Headphones
#822 in Best Over Ear Headphones

Verdict

The HiFiMAN Susvara is a flagship open-back planar magnetic headphone renowned for its 'Stealth Magnet' technology and an ultra-thin nanometer-grade diaphragm (less than one micron thick). Technically demanding, it features a low sensitivity of 83dB and a 60-ohm impedance, necessitating a high-current, potent amplifier to reach its full potential. Characterised by a neutral and natural tuning with a wide, holographic soundstage, it offers exceptional detail retrieval, fast transient response, and lifelike timbre across a 6Hz–75kHz frequency range. Main pros include its class-leading transparency, world-class midrange realism, and a lightweight 450g design that provides superior ergonomic comfort for long sessions. However, its significant power requirements make it incompatible with portable sources, and it carries a substantial price tag with virtually zero passive noise isolation.

Technical Specifications of HiFiMAN Susvara

Overall score

3.9

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

3.2

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

planar

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

1.2

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

N/A

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

N/A

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A

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Connectivity

2.9

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

1.0

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

5.3

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

HiFiMAN

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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HiFiMAN Susvara vs the average headphone

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40 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.80 mm vs 40 mm
12 Hz lower bass extension
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <=10 Hz
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.6 Hz vs 18 Hz
55,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN Susvara has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (75,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
HiFiMAN Susvara has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (75,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.75000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
20 mm more spacious earcup width
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (63 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (63 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.63 mm vs 43 mm
0.2 % lower distortion
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.
Importance: LOW
Good value: <=1%
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
10 mm more spacious earcup height
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
What it is: Internal height of the earcup cavity
When it matters: When larger ears need enough space inside the earcups.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.70 mm vs 60 mm
Open-back design
HiFiMAN Susvara uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
1.8 m more useful cable length
HiFiMAN Susvara offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Susvara offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.3 m vs 1.2 m
20 mm more spacious earcup width
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (63 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
10 mm more spacious earcup height
HiFiMAN Susvara offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (70 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
1.8 m more useful cable length
HiFiMAN Susvara offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (3 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
Open-back design
HiFiMAN Susvara uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
40 mm larger driver size
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (80 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
12 Hz lower bass extension
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
55,000 Hz higher treble extension
HiFiMAN Susvara has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (75,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
0.2 % lower distortion
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.

Why is HiFiMAN Susvara worse than the average headphone?

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2.06x higher weight
HiFiMAN Susvara is heavier than the average headphone (450 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Tangle-prone cable
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN Susvara does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
19 dB/mW lower sensitivity
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
20 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower sound pressure level than the average headphone (83 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
Not headset-ready
HiFiMAN Susvara is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
No voice assistant support
HiFiMAN Susvara does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
No passive noise reduction
HiFiMAN Susvara does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
2.06x higher weight
HiFiMAN Susvara is heavier than the average headphone (450 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
HiFiMAN Susvara is heavier than the average headphone (450 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.450 g vs 218 g
No voice assistant support
HiFiMAN Susvara does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Susvara does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
19 dB/mW lower sensitivity
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
HiFiMAN Susvara has a lower sensitivity than the average headphone (83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.83 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
Not headset-ready
HiFiMAN Susvara is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.
Importance: MEDIUM
HiFiMAN Susvara is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
65.56x more expensive
HiFiMAN Susvara is more expensive than the average headphone (£5,900 vs £90).
HiFiMAN Susvara is more expensive than the average headphone (£5,900 vs £90).£5,900 vs £90
2.21x worse value for money
HiFiMAN Susvara has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.05 vs 6.736).
What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
HiFiMAN Susvara has worse value for money than the average headphone (3.05 vs 6.736).3.05 vs 6.74
Tangle-prone cable
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.
Importance: LOW
HiFiMAN Susvara uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.

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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about HiFiMAN Susvara?

Unparalleled naturalness and realistic timbre
Exceptional detail retrieval, particularly in vocal performance
Electrostatic-like speed and transient response
Wide, deep, and holographic soundstage
Highly comfortable ergonomic design for long listening sessions
Linear and textured bass extension with no sub-bass roll-off

What customers dislike about HiFiMAN Susvara?

Extremely difficult to drive; requires a high-current, powerful amplifier
Prohibitively high retail price of approximately $6,000
Objective technical measurements show significant resonance and distortion issues at high volumes
Bass can feel lean or lacking in 'slam' for genres like EDM or Hip-Hop
Build materials and stock cables are often perceived as uninspiring for the flagship price
Zero passive noise isolation due to fully open-back design

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audiosciencereview.com

24/12/2023

HIFIMAN Susvara Headphone Review - Audio Science Review

The HIFIMAN Susvara is a luxury, full-size planar magnetic headphone priced at $6,000 that excels primarily in its physical and industrial design. Reviewer Amir notes that it features a modern, elegant package that is exceptionally lightweight and comfortable for long-term wear, making the listener nearly forget they have it on. When paired with parametric equalization to fill in...Read more

head-fi.org

14/08/2017

HiFiMAN SUSVARA | Headphone Reviews and Discussion

The Hifiman SusvaraGo review on Head-Fi describes the open-back planar magnetic headphones as providing an astonishing, class-leading audio performance. Key pros include an immense, boundary-less soundstage with exceptional depth and a smooth, highly detailed treble that offers a non-fatiguing, yet precise, listening experience. However, the headphones require a high-calibre...Read more

unheardlab.com

04/07/2024

Review of Hifiman Susvara: the flagship in retrospect

The Hifiman Susvara is a flagship planar magnetic headphone priced at US $6000 that serves as a high-end benchmark for top-of-the-line (TOTL) audio performance. It is highly praised for its linear, exceptionally tight, and agile bass extension, alongside a natural, balanced, and deliberately polite midrange that avoids listening fatigue. The treble offers incredible clarity and...Read more

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21/02/2025

The Master Of Music - HIFIMAN Susvara Planar Magnetic Headphones

The HIFIMAN Susvara is hailed by Audiophile-Heaven as a top-tier, $6,000 planar magnetic headphone featuring exceptional comfort, robust build quality, and a deeply engaging, holographic soundstage with precise, energetic performance across all frequencies. While offering unparalleled sound quality, the open-back design provides no isolation and it requires extremely powerful...Read more

audiodiscourse.com

26/03/2023

Hifiman Susvara Review - Audio Discourse

The Hifiman Susvara is a flagship open-back planar magnetic headphone that commands a premium $6,000 price tag, a figure that historically drew criticism alongside the brand's legacy build quality issues. However, this model distinguishes itself with an improved, sturdy full-metal headband and yoke design, alongside a unique oblong-circular cup structure. Its core strength lies in...Read more

audiokeyreviews.com

08/03/2024

HIFIMAN SUSVARA - REVIEW - AUDIOKEY REVIEWS

The HiFiMan Susvara is a top-of-the-line over-ear planar magnetic headphone that earns the reviewer's Diamond Award for its phenomenal, class-leading musicality. It is praised for its exceptional, lifelike naturalness of tone and timbre, which pushes past formidable competitors like the Abyss AB1266 Phi TC and the Stax SR-X9000. Technical highlights include an electrostatic-like...Read more

areadvd.de

01/11/2024

XXL Mega-Test: Premium Headphones HiFiMAN Susvara and Susvara Unveiled

The AREA DVD review covers the ultra-premium HiFiMAN Susvara Unveiled planar magnetic headphones. A major pro highlighted is its exceptional acoustic performance, revealing finer details and a more spacious soundstage than its highly regarded predecessor. Structurally, it features high-end pure silver conductor tracks and a premium aluminum housing. It includes two top-tier 3-meter...Read more

open-end-music.com

15/08/2017

HIFIMAN SUSVARA Review", "Testing the HIFIMAN SUSVARA

In this review, Wolfgang (fidelio) details his experience testing the flagship HIFIMAN SUSVARA planar magnetic headphones, hailing them as the finest of their kind, surpassing the STAX SR009 in musicality when driven properly. Pros highlighted in the review include the headphones' unparalleled tonal balance, transparency, and authentic, neutral sound signature that captures...Read more

musicalhead.de

15/08/2017

HIFIMAN SUSVARA Review

The HIFIMAN SUSVARA is evaluated as a masterpiece of musicality and arguably the best magnetostatic headphone in the world, combining the fast, detailed performance of electrostatics with the rich, impactful bass of planars. Handcrafted with a premium finish, it offers exceptional long-term wearing comfort and a perfectly balanced, neutral sound signature that remains faithful to...Read more

musique-o-casque.com

07/11/2020

Hifiman Susvara - Review and listening impressions

The reviewer provides a highly positive assessment of the Hifiman Susvara headphones, praising their exceptional technical performance and elegant design layout. Visually, the headphones are described as gorgeous, blending wood, leather, and aluminium into a modern aesthetic. In terms of audio performance, the reviewer highlights an incredibly deep sub-bass response, highly accurate...Read more

homecinema-fr.com

30/10/2017

HCFR Review: Hifiman Susvara Headphones", "Hifiman Susvara Headphones Test by HCFR

This review by "dub" on the HCFR Forum portrays the Hifiman Susvara as an absolute "nirvana" of a headphone that delivers elite, world-class audio performance but demands significant financial and logistical commitment. On the positive side, the reviewer highlights its impeccable sonic balance, featuring incredibly linear, natural mid-ranges, and a soft, non-fatiguing treble that...Read more

auriculares-hifi.com

26/05/2024

Hifiman Susvara Review - HIFI Headphones

The reviewer notes that the Hifiman Susvara requires a dedicated preamplifier to match impedance and voltage before the amplifier stage, revealing that standard DAC preamp outputs are insufficient to properly drive the headphones. When properly powered using a preamp setup, the headphones deliver exceptional driver control and tightness even at very low volumes. In a neutral...Read more

xataka.com

20/08/2018

HiFiMan Susvara analysis: Review with features and opinion", "HiFiMan Susvara breakdown: Review with specifications and impressions

The HiFiMan Susvara is an open-back, circumaural planar magnetic headphone priced at €6,500, engineered as a statement piece without cost restrictions. It features an ultra-thin, low-mass diaphragm and a highly uniform magnetic motor designed to deliver exceptional resolution and realism. To test its performance, Xataka conducted a blind audio test with eight casual music listeners,...Read more

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AudioReview 432 Editorial

The reviewed SPL Phonitor XE headphone amplifier balances high-performance power with precision, though it initially raised concerns due to a damaged test unit. Early laboratory testing on a faulty specimen showed significant distortion when driving demanding headphones and weak low-end delivery on standard models. However, subsequent testing on a fully functional retail unit...Read more

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03/08/2018

HiFiMan Susvara Headphones", "Go to the product review page for this item.", "Page 2: Listening, conclusions, scorecard

they are listening to high-end floor speakers. Sonically, it excels with an airy and highly extended treble, rare mid-range precision that effortlessly separates layered vocals, and a masterfully controlled, deep bass response. Additionally, compared to its predecessor (the HE-1000), it provides superior frequency proportions, faster transient responses, and imperceptible levels of...Read more

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