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STAX New SR-3 vs Wavefun Wave Pro X: which should you buy?

Specs, scores and condensed review verdicts for the STAX New SR-3 vs Wavefun Wave Pro X, 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.

Wavefun Wave Pro X leads on 7 of 7 measures.

  • STAX New SR-3
  • Wavefun Wave Pro X
HearWiki score
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89
Sound
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8.5
Noise cancelling
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8.0
Battery
-
9.5
Calls
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7.5
Value
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9.0
Price (USD)
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$130

Specifications

New SR-3Wave Pro X
Type
Over-Ear
Over-Ear
Price (USD)
-
$130
HearWiki score
Not scored
89
Released
1971
2026
Availability
Discontinued
Sold new
Driver
electrostatic
2× 40 mm dynamic
Driver type
electrostatic
dynamic
Driver size
-
40 mm
Drivers per side
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2
Frequency response
30 Hz - 25 kHz
20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance
130000 Ω
-
Sensitivity (dB/Vrms)
100
-
Bluetooth
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6.0
Wireless range
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10 m
Battery life
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100 h
Battery life (ANC on)
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60 h
Wireless charging
-
Yes
Active noise cancelling
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Yes
Transparency mode
-
Yes
Wear detection
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Yes
Weight
290 g
-
Foldable
-
Yes
Detachable cable
-
Yes
USB-C
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Yes

What reviewers said

STAX New SR-3

The Stax New SR-3 are vintage electrostatic over-ear headphones from the early 1970s, prized for their precise tonal balance and clear instrument separation. They demand a dedicated energizer and amplifier setup, making them a niche choice for audiophiles with the right gear. Their high impedance and wired design reflect their era, delivering a pure, unprocessed sound.

  • Pro:Excellent tonal accuracy
  • Pro:Great instrument separation
  • Pro:Classic electrostatic detail
  • Con:Requires dedicated energizer
  • Con:Very high impedance
  • Con:No modern features like ANC

Wavefun Wave Pro X

The Wavefun Wave Pro X is a versatile over-ear wireless headphone with a claimed 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC on), Bluetooth 6.0, and a foldable design for portability. It features active noise cancellation, transparency mode, wear detection, and a detachable cable for wired use, making it a strong budget-friendly option for everyday listening.

  • Pro:Exceptional 100-hour battery life (60 with ANC)
  • Pro:Includes ANC, transparency mode, and wear detection
  • Pro:Foldable design with USB-C and wireless charging
  • Con:No mention of high-resolution codec support in specs
  • Con:Frequency response range is standard, not extended
  • Con:Plastic build may feel less premium at this price

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