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STAX SR-009D

81/ 100
Outstanding
HearWiki score

Good value

$2,600
typical price, USD
Discontinuedupdated
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At a glance

Brand
STAX
Type
Over-Ear
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2024

Score breakdownoutstanding overall

Sound9.7
Value7.4

The SR-009D is a high-end electrostatic earspeaker with a detachable cable design, featuring MLER technology and a large circular sound unit. It offers a frequency response of 5-42,000Hz and weighs 594g including cable.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The STAX SR-009D is a premium open-back electrostatic headphone engineered for audiophiles seeking exceptional clarity and detail. With its ultra-wide frequency response and refined driver design, it delivers a transparent, highly resolving soundstage, though it demands a dedicated amplifier and a substantial investment. Its leather pads and detachable cable add to a luxurious, high-end experience.

What works

  • Exceptional transparency and resolution
  • Wide frequency response for detailed highs and lows
  • Premium build with leather earpads
  • Detachable cable for flexibility

What doesn't

  • Very expensive
  • Requires specialized electrostatic amplifier
  • No noise cancellation or wireless features

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - STAX SR-009D
Driver2× electrostatic
Driver typeelectrostatic
Drivers per side2
Frequency response5 Hz - 42 kHz
Impedance145000 Ω

What the reviews said

3 source(s) feeding this product's score.

hometheaterhifi.com

The reviewer describes the SR-009D as a top-tier electrostatic earspeaker with very high transparency and refinement. The review emphasizes its premium build, detachable cable, and strong technical performance, while noting the steep price.

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lowbeats.de

The review presents the SR-009D as an improved and more compelling version of Stax’s flagship electrostatic design. It highlights the headphone’s open construction, wide frequency range, and overall technical ambition, but also its very high cost.

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stereo.de

This published test covers the SR-009D as a new statement model from Stax and positions it among the company’s elite electrostatic headphones. The result focuses on the model’s high-end engineering and listening performance rather than offering a simple consumer-style verdict.

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What YouTube reviewers say

Video reviews we found, each condensed to its verdict. They do feed the HearWiki score, at a measured weight below what a published written review carries.

34:20

STAX SR-009D Electrostatic Headphone Review - Yes. It Can Be $2890 And Still A Good Value

Reviews By WaveTheory2.9K viewsApr 2026

The reviewer finds the STAX SR-009D to be an excellent electrostatic headphone that offers a unique twist on the typical e-stat sound, with a more balanced and engaging presentation. It competes favorably with significantly more expensive e-stats, making it a strong value despite its high price. The detachable cable and lighter weight are appreciated, though driver crinkle is noted.

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