Introduction

HiFiMAN is known for producing some very good bang-for-the-buck planar magnetics, and the Sundara is just that. It basically picks up where the HE-400is left off. The Sundara is the continuation of the older HE-400/500 headphones, but only in spirit as both the mechanics and the drivers have been completely overhauled. The massive changes in design should primarily lead to both better acoustics and ergonomics, improvements that many adopters of the HE-400i have been wanting for a while.


Sundara's more rugged all-black design is a clear departure from the older, smoother look HiFiMAN designs used to feature. The more rugged look is a welcome addition, as are stabler 3.5 mm jack connectors in the ear cups and a stabler, more comfortable headband.

Like other HiFiMAN headphones, these are not cheap. At the regular price of $499, they are situated right in the middle of the high-end headphone market; however, they are currently available for only $349.

Specifications

• Frequency response: 6 Hz - 75 kHz
• Impedance: 37 Ohm
• Sensitivity: 94 dB
• Weight: 372 g

Bold claims are often found in the specification sheets of headphones, and the Sundara is no different. 6 Hz is not really something you would consider sound, and anything measured above 20 kHz is usually noise.

The Package

HiFiMAN keeps their boxes simple and nicely padded inside. The Sundara case is well worthy of being a storage case after you receive the headphones.


Cable quality of HiFiMAN headphones has been varying a lot, but it seems that they have finally gotten a solution that is simple for the end user and durable as well. The Sundara headphones feature mini-jack connectors on both ends, which makes using an aftermarket cable of your liking or replacing a dead connector extremely easy.