Sony - Wired Over-the-Ear Hi-Res Headphones - Black

Name: Sony - Wired Over-the-Ear Hi-Res Headphones - Black
Brand: Sony
SKU: 9377075
Rating: 4.7 (40 reviews)

Model: MDR1A/B

SKU: 9377075

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Key Specs
- Sound Mode: Stereo
- Connection Type: Wired
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: true
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Adjustable Headband: true
General
- Product Name: Wired Over-the-Ear Hi-Res Headphones
- Brand: Sony
- Model Number: MDR1A/B
- Color: Black
Audio
- Sound Isolating: false
- Minimum Frequency Response: 3 hertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The minimum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Maximum Frequency Response: 100 kilohertz (Describes the maximum range of frequencies or musical tones a product can reproduce, from very low tones to very high treble tones. The maximum frequency or musical tone the speaker can reproduce. High treble tones have higher frequencies while low tones and deep bass have lower frequencies.)
- Impedance: 24 ohms (Describes the resistance of an electric signal throughout the system. Devices with low impedance require less power to deliver optimal signals but are more at risk for damage from overloading. Higher impedance requires more power but is more protected from overload damage.)
- Sensitivity: 105 decibels adjusted
- Sound Mode: Stereo
- Driver Size: 40 millimeters
Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wired
- Connector Size: 1/8 in. (3.5mm)
- Detachable Cord: true
Features
- Water Resistant: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: true
- Body Metrics Measured: Not Applicable
- Bone Conducting Technology: false
- High Resolution Audio: Yes (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
Design
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Style: Pro
- Adjustable Headband: true
- Foldable Design: false
Material
- Ear Cushion Material: Urethane
- Headband Material: Metal
Dimensions
- Product Weight: 7.94 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Cord Length: 3.9 feet
Other
- UPC: 027242879515

Hear music as it was meant to be heard with these Sony over-the-ear headphones. These highly sensitive headphones play sound across all frequencies with high sampling rates for clear, true-to-life audio reproduction. The leather pads on these Sony over-the-ear headphones surround your ears in comfort and prevent distractions from sound penetration.

Hi-Res audio compatible: Enjoy the subtlest nuances of studio-quality sound.
Over-the-ear design: With foam ear cushions offers comfort during extended listening sessions.
Sound isolation: The enfolding design wraps around the ear, sealing music in and keeping distractions out.
Neodymium magnets: Offer sound reinforcement.
40mm drivers: Deliver powerful audio.
3Hz - 100kHz frequency response: For faithful sound reproduction.
105dB/mW sensitivity: For powerful sound.
48 ohms impedance: To efficiently conduct power.
Gold-plated plug: High reliability connections.

Whats Included

Over-the-Ear Stereo Headphones
3.9' headphone cable, 3.9' smartphone control cable
Carrying pouch
Owner's manual

Q: I have a very basic home studio that i record in and play an electronic drum kit very often, I would be using these for both recording/mixing and playing the e-kit. Any objections to that or should I be pretty happy with these?

A: Truthfully I can't imagine anyone not loving these headphones. They offer supreme comfort and they just do so many things right. I'm 55 years old and so my hearing might not be as great as it was as a young Buckeroo but these sound glorious to my ears. There is a well defined tight bass punch that isn't lacking by any means, a smooth detailed mid-range and a crisp high end that I find very non fatiguing. I've only had mine a few days but have put about 25 hours on them to this point and I believe they sound better today than right out of the box so if you choose these please give them some time. They will sound good out of the box but will get better. As for the drums, I'd venture to say that these will suit your needs just fine, especially if you have something powering them other than a cell phone. They aren't noise canceling headphones but they do an OK job of keeping outside noise at bay while not bothering others.

Q: For the last 6 years I have been using Bose QC 15 noise cancelling headphones. While I know the audio quality will be far superior here how do they perform in noisy environments, as in how much of the surrounding noise come through when listening?

A: I usually am in a pretty noisy room when I'm at my computer, TV sounds and the like. But with the leather plush earpads they make a pretty good seal I can rarely hear any noise outside my headphones. They may not have active noise cancellation but they keep all the sound you want in and any external sounds out

Q: Can these headphones be used while running?

A: I would not use these while running personally bcause of the price, but they could be used, yes. A cheaper headset would be preferred in case of damage.

Q: Late night tv watcher needs to also hear it. Help me.

A: Hi OldEars, if you are referring to your TV being able to output sound from these headphones and its own speakers, it is possible. You may want to check if your TV is capable of doing so by going to its audio settings, then headphone settings if it has it. Regards, -Mark

Q: where is manufacture made ?

A: It is made in Japan.

Q: where is the volume control on sony mdr-1a premium hi res headphones?

A: The volume control is on the device you plug them in to. These are not powered and do not have an in line volume button like the iphone headphones.

Q: Are these headphones compatible with the iPhone?

A: Yes.

Q: Is this headphone will work even if the music player device isn't a Hi-Res capable?

A: Yes they will work. Not much is hi res but sounds great with any device I use them with.

Customers are saying

Customers express satisfaction with the sound quality, comfort, and price of the wired over-the-ear Hi-Res headphones. The headphones are described as having great sound quality and being very comfortable to wear. Many customers also feel that the headphones are a great deal for the price. While some customers have complained about the cord being too short, the overall sentiment towards these headphones is positive.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing clarity!
These headphones deliver an outstnading sound. Comfortable to the extent I don’t feel I’m wearing it. High qulaity build and sturdy.
Posted 7 years ago by ZaiDAlrawI
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Best Headphone Out There Today!!!!
This is one of my best Over-the-Ear Headphone ever! I have been using many brands over the past 20 years, from BOSE, JBL, Beats and Sennheiser. None of them came close to the SONY MDR1A/B. Which covered all areas from comfort, quality and sound produced. Most of the brands out there are either too amplified to where the sound are not real and natural anymore! All the Bluetooth headphone are too muffled, no clarity what so ever! The SONY MDR1A has the clarity, the high are natural silk, not hash, very pleasant to the ears, even at high volume. The Mid are also clear clean, no hash and bass are awesome, realistic not over amplified nor distorted, I'm not a big fan of Bass, so this is just perfect for me. I noticed I had to lower my volume using this headphone to almost two notches, due to the sensitivity at 105dB. I heard sound that I never heard it before, so clean and natural! I connected to IPOD/IPAD/IPHONE all have same results, best of all is my RIO KARMA, the sound is amazing way better than any apple products out there!!! The headphone is light weighted, I wore it for over three hours without feeling anything. This is true amazing headphone to own! Would buy another one if I needed! Recommend to all music lover out there young or old! SONY rules!!!
Posted 8 years ago by MrByte
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
These are outstanding.
I don't know that I'd call the Sony MDR-1A a "perfect" headphone because quite frankly I doubt that such an animal exists. And even if it did I'm pretty sure I couldn't afford it or even justify the cost. While I DO like to enjoy a variety of different headphones I have a modest budget and I try to stick within it, usually purchasing products when I find an excellent price. This has been the case with my purchase of this fine headphone. I purchased the international version of the MDR-1A from an e-merchant on Sunday August 21, 2016 at 8:00 PM and they arrived from Hong Kong on Wednesday around 11:00 AM. Obviously I haven't had enough time to burn them in and I do expect for the sound to change a little bit as I wear them more and more but they sound terrific right out of the box. I just can't find any serious fault with these headphones. They are quite attractive in an understated way, a simple black with just the right amount of flash from the addition of the red banding around the ear cups. The Sony Logo is well done, also. But what really does it for me with these headphones is the superior comfort level when I put them on my melon. While un-boxing these for the first time I immediately noticed something a bit different with these headphones than any of my others. While the ear cups aren't any thicker than many others, they have a bit of a beveled contour to them which allows them to sit just perfect on your head. Furthermore, the cups swivel in just about every conceivable way upon your head so that they should fit just about anybody. I can see where it may be a bit of a challenge for those with smaller heads to get them to feel secure but this hasn't been an issue for me. They are extremely comfortable. I asked my wife if she could hear them while listening to music about as loud as I would ever listen and she told me that she could but that it wasn't loud outside of the headphones. So how do they sound? Well, as mentioned I haven't had them long enough to let them work their magic but in a nutshell, they sound really good. Being a closed back headphone I wasn't really expecting a great big sound stage but I find them to be more than adequate. Bass is punchy and very good driven with the Fiio E10K Portable DAC. I don't find it overly boomy like you'll hear with a Beats headphone, though I'd never buy such a headphone. The mid-range is nice and it will get better I'm sure as these open up. The top end is crisp and clear, I think overall this is a well balanced headphone. I try to buy different types of headphones rather than concentrating on hearing every product known to man, mainly due to budget concerns. My headphones range in MSRP between the range of $200-400 generally (that MSRP often times drops over time), although I try to hold off until I can score a better than average deal and for the $169 that I paid for these Sony cans I'd say I got a pretty good deal on a very nice pair of headphones. So should you buy them? I giggle every time I hear somebody ask "which one is better?" or "should I buy Brand X or Brand Z?" and it's not as easy to listen to all the various offerings in a day and age where the brick and mortar stores that carried these products have gone out of business, but if you are looking for a headphone in this price range then the Sony MDR-1A is a solid choice and you could do far worse. As for me, these are keepers!
Posted 9 years ago by MrChiSox