HIFIMAN SUNDARA Closed Back
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HIFIMAN
SUNDARA Closed Back
Product Info
Article Number:
563578
Brand:
HIFIMAN
Model:
SUNDARA Closed Back
Category:
HiFi Headphones
Price:
$152.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
These Sundaras are a surprisingly good closed-back planar. They’re great if you want a detailed, relatively neutral sound with a bit more bass thump than most planars offer, but still want isolation. Perfect for audiophiles on the go or those needing to monitor in quieter environments.
Product Description
- HIFIMAN SUNDARA Closed Back
- Hi-Fi Headphones
- Circumaural
- Open
- Magnetostatic
- Frequency range: 6 - 50
- 000 Hz
- Impedance: 20 Ohm
- Sound pressure level: 98 dB
- Driver: Stealth magnets & NEO Supernano diaphragm
- Two-sided cable guide
- Cable length: 1.5 m
- Cable interchangeable
- Weight: 432 g
- Incl. 1.5 m cable with 3.5 mm stereo mini jack and 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm jack adapter
PROS
- • Stealth magnet drivers deliver exceptional detail and clarity.
- • NEO Supernano diaphragms offer surprisingly impactful bass response for a planar.
- • Closed-back design provides excellent isolation, great for commuting or recording.
- • Interchangeable cable system allows for easy upgrades and customization.
CONS
- • The 432g weight can become fatiguing during extended listening sessions.
- • Closed-back design slightly dampens the natural spaciousness of open-backs.
- • Build quality, while decent, feels a little plasticky for the price.
Product Video
Key Features
Type
Closed Back Hi-Fi Headphones
Driver Size
35.5mm
Impedance
20 Ohm
Frequency Range
6 - 50,000 Hz
Sensitivity
98 dB
Cable
1.5m detachable cable with 3.5mm & 6.35mm adapters
Weight
432 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
They lack the expansive soundstage of the Arya, but the closed-back design offers superior noise isolation, a worthwhile trade-off for many.
At 20 ohms, they’re relatively easy to drive, but a decent amp will definitely unlock their full potential, especially with more demanding tracks.
The clamping force is moderate; they'll settle in after a few listening sessions and shouldn't feel overly tight, but some may find them a little snug initially.
