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HiFiMAN Susvara vs Sony WH-L600: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the HiFiMAN Susvara vs Sony WH-L600, side by side. Where a product has no HearWiki score yet, not enough reviews have been aggregated to rate it.

Score breakdown

Each axis is a 0–10 blend of what reviewers scored, not a lab measurement.

HiFiMAN Susvara leads on 4 of 4 measures.

  • HiFiMAN Susvara
  • Sony WH-L600
HearWiki score
88
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Sound
10.0
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Value
4.0
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Price (USD)
$6,000
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Specifications

SusvaraWH-L600
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
$6,000
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HearWiki score
88
Not scored
Released
2017
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Driver
planar magnetic
dynamic
Driver type
planar
dynamic
Drivers per side
1
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Frequency response
6 Hz - 75 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Sound signature
neutral
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Impedance
60 Ω
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Wireless range
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30 m
Battery life
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17 h
Full charge time
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360 min
Weight
450 g
320 g
Detachable cable
Yes
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USB-C
No
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Balanced connection
Yes
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What reviewers said

HiFiMAN Susvara

The HiFiMAN Susvara is a reference-class planar flagship that delivers exceptional transparency, detail, and natural tonality across the spectrum. Its demanding power requirements make it a serious investment for audiophiles with high-end amplification, but those who can drive it are rewarded with top-tier resolution and musicality.

  • Pro:Exceptional detail retrieval and transparency
  • Pro:Natural, realistic midrange with airy treble
  • Pro:Fast, well-textured bass response
  • Con:Very power-hungry, needs premium amplification
  • Con:Premium price point
  • Con:Heavy build may impact long-term comfort

Sony WH-L600

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