STAX New SR-3
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At a glance
- Brand
- STAX
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 1971
The Stax New SR-3 are electrostatic headphones manufactured between 1971 and 1975. They offer superb tonal accuracy and instrument separation, but require a dedicated energizer and amplifier.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
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.
What works
- Excellent tonal accuracy
- Great instrument separation
- Classic electrostatic detail
- Lightweight build
What doesn't
- Requires dedicated energizer
- Very high impedance
- No modern features like ANC
- Outdated design
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | electrostatic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | electrostatic |
| Frequency response | 30 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Impedance | 130000 Ω |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 100 |
Audio
| Driver | electrostatic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | electrostatic |
| Frequency response | 30 Hz - 25 kHz |
| Impedance | 130000 Ω |
| Sensitivity (dB/Vrms) | 100 |
Design
| Weight | 290 g |
|---|
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