Published: 2013-09-30, Author: Virginia , review by: reviewed.com
Abstract: For an MSRP of $299.99, the Sony MDR-1R isn't the finest pick of the patch. Though they produce satisfactory sound in a very comfortable package, these over-ears exist in a highly competitive price bracket that ultimately marks them as average.Many users ...
Superb design, Excellent comfort, Good bass management, overall sound quality
Some mid-range thickness, tame treble, Expensive
The best bit about the top-quality £300 Sony MDR-1R Prestige headphones is how easily they skip between roles as a portable and at-home pair. They look great, feel great and sound great too. You can get similar of better sound quality for less money, esp...
Amazingly comfortable, Impressive, versatile sound quality, Large ear cups, Good looking design, Very reasonable price
You may need a headphone amp
Sony has created something very special with the MDR-1Rs. These are possibly the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, while the large, incredibly soft ear cups completely surround your ears ensuring a decent degree of sound isolation. The soundsta...
Eventually very comfy, great sound, lots of mid-high frequency range 'snap' yet enough bass to deliver a rounded sound, attractive design
Exposed drivers can touch against ears, bass doesn't rumble as much as the higher-spec versions, not necessarily perfect for on-the-go listening, Sony Store price is too steep, really low frequencies not as impactful as might be expected
They promise prestige and the Sony MDR-1R over-ear headphones sure do deliver. Stylish, comfy, and well versed in delivering quality, well separated audio. The Sony Store price is over the odds to pay though, and the lowest frequencies don't hit as har...
Published: 2015-05-15, Author: John , review by: audaud.com
Abstract: 40mm liquid crystal polymer film diaphragms with 4 Hz – 80 K range Improved bass and transient response due to Beat Response Control Comfortable ear pads, enfolding structure for comfort and improved acoustic seal Silicon rings for smooth but silent earcu...
Abstract: For a long time I've thought putting BT chips in portable headphone amps would be a good idea. It would take a good bit of programming that a lot of the smaller manufacturers would have a hard time affording, but with some thought you could have a portabl...
Published: 2013-04-05, Author: Tim , review by: pcmag.com
Solid audio performance with strong bass, crisp highs, and no distortion at top volumes. Extremely comfortable. Comes with two detachable cables, one with inline microphone and remote control.
No included headphone jack adapters
The Sony MDR-1R is a powerful, clean-performing pair of headphones that's comfortable to wear and lends itself well to multiple genres of music....