Product Comparison: Stax SRS-3100 vs Sony MDR-Z7M2

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Stax SRS-3100 Headphone

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Sony MDR-Z7M2 Over-Ear Headphones - Black

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General Specifications

Brand

Stax

Sony

Model

SRS-310

MDR-Z7M2

Origin

Japan

China

About the Product

The SR-L300 earspeaker employes new hand selected thin film diaphragm and tough stainless fixed electrodes. Rich deep bass response, delicate high frequency and soothing mid-range has been achieved in a balanced manner.

The MDR-Z7M2 Circumaural Closed-Back Headphones from Sony features 2.76" HD drivers, aluminum-coated liquid crystal polymer diaphragms, Fibonacci-patterned grilles, and large neodymium magnets, allowing you to lose yourself in the music you love.

Key Specs

Type

Open

Closed over-ear

Sensitivity

101 dB

98 dB

Min. Frequency Range

7 Hz

4 Hz

Max. Frequency Range

41 kHz

100 kHz

Impedance

145 Ω

56 Ω

What customers say about "Key Specs"

Stax SRS-3100 Headphone

This product has no habit and can be used universally regardless of the genre.
Above all, the sound field is amazing. I think that the binaural recording sound source can be different from other companies' products.
Headphones do not indiscriminately emphasize the low range and the high range is smooth and do not get tired even if you listen for a long time!
The sound is natural, and even if heard with a small sound, the sound is not buried.
They are slightly midrange dominant. For the price it's not enough.

Sony MDR-Z7M2 Over-Ear Headphones - Black

Excellent build quality, sound spot on. I like it.
First impression is so far so good in term of build quality, comfort and sound quality.
The sound is on the bright side though and poor recordings or low bitrate music are shown up for what they are.
These perform exceptionally well, presenting an open and clear sound without being too harsh or sibilant.
There is bass but not quite enough I felt to really drive some songs along.

Size & Weight

Height

11.8 in.

9.3 in.

Width

7.87 in.

8.6 in.

Depth

8.66 in.

6.2 in.

Weight

15.8 oz.

12 oz.

What customers say about "Size & Weight"

Stax SRS-3100 Headphone

The shape is tough. Headphones is pretty big, but that's why sound is good tough.
Avoidable design flaw affecting fit. Headphones looks and feels very clumsy.
These headphones pretty lightweight. Made from good materials.
The weight savings are welcome on the head, and is almost in line with the thickness and light weight of the diaphragm it contains.
Not comfortable in use. Too large and very big on my head.

Sony MDR-Z7M2 Over-Ear Headphones - Black

Excellent detail extraction - these are great for monitoring recordings, good sound and size!
Wide soundstage perfect for late night movie watching, small size.
Easily the most comfortable closed-back headphone I've ever tried.
The headphones are large and nicely cushioned - they're designed ergonomically to fit perfectly around the ear.
The ear padding becomes warm over extended listening, big size for my head.

Features

Detachable Cable

Yes

Foldable

Cable Length

8.2 ft.

3.94 ft.

Microphone

In-Line Remote

Headband Material

Plastic

Plastic / Soft foam

Extras

Includes a class-A DC amplifier, Thin metal membrane driven with static electricity

Ergonomic earpads, High-Resolution Audio compatible, 360 Reality Audio

Driver Diameter

2.76 in.

What customers say about "Features"

Stax SRS-3100 Headphone

Amazing improvement in staging and imaging. Love it.
This is some exotic and exclusive headphones design.
When you turn up, your highs "catch up," and the sound evolves to beauty.
Bad comfort, channel imbalance below the second notch on the dial.
Shallow earpad might not be comfortable for some.

Sony MDR-Z7M2 Over-Ear Headphones - Black

The cables are also very nice and we'll made.
These headphones are jot made to be used with a smartphone so don't expect them to sound great when you use Spotify.
These are a very good match for the NW-ZX300 HiRes player BUT only when the High Gain option is available.
I particularly like the professional way there are screw in connections to the left and right ear cups attached to a gloriously long cable!
The cables feel superb quality and feature screw-in connectors to ensure an interference-free connection.

Warranty / Certifications

Certifications

Manufacturer Warranty

1 year(s)

Other Information

Manufacturer

Link

MSRP

599.99 $

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