Sony MDR1AM2 Wired High Resolution Audio Overhead Headphones, Black (MDR-1AM2/B), 9.2 x 4.4 x 10.2 inches
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Features
- High-resolution Audio compatible
- Responsive liquid crystal polymer driver for clarity
- Smartphone compatible with in-line remote mic.Cord Length:47-1/4 inch
- Heavyweight bass with beat response control
- Swivel ear cups for portability.In the box: Carrying Pouch, Headphone cable (inline remote and microphone) (approx. 3.94 ft), Balanced-connection headphone cable (approx. 3.94 ft).Connectivity technology : Wired.Frequency Response - 3 Hz 100,000 Hz , Impedance - 16 ohm
Description
With advanced acoustic design and premium materials, these high-resolution audio headphones capture the True essence of each track - so you'll hear music that's closer to the original studio Master. From Deep bass to soaring vocals, sound stays True for an authentic listening experience thanks to a super- responsive lcp driver.
Brand: Sony
Color: Black
Ear Placement: Over Ear
Form Factor: Over Ear
Impedance: 16 Ohms
Brand Name: Sony
Model Number: MDR1AM2/B
Model Name: MDR1AM2/B
Built-In Media: Headphone
Age Range Description: Adult
Warranty Description: Manufacture
Customer Package Type: Standard Packaging
Number of Items: 1
UPC: 027242908796
Global Trade Identification Number: 96, 50, 74
Manufacturer: Sony
External Testing Certification: Não aplicável
Item Type Name: Headphone
Is Autographed: No
Headphones Ear Placement: Over Ear
Headphone Folding Features: Over Ear
Earpiece Shape: Over-ear
Control Type: control
Control Method: Remote
Controller Type: headphone controller
Impedance: 16 Ohms
Noise Control: None
Frequency Response: 100000 Hz
Audio Driver Type: Dynamic Driver
Audio Driver Size: 40 Millimeters
Frequency Range: 3 Hz - 100,000 Hz
Enclosure Material: Aluminum
Antenna Location: Music, Travel, Running, Exercising
Compatible Devices: Smartphones, Laptops, Desktops, Tablets, Other Audio Devices
Cable Features: Retractable
Water Resistance Level: Not Water Resistant
Additional Features: Wired High Resolution Audio Overhead Headphones
Is Electric: No
Headphone Jack: 3.5 mm Jack
Connectivity Technology: Wired
Wireless Technology: Bluetooth
Color: Black
Style Name: Headphones
Carrying Case Color: Black
Theme: Music
Subject Character: no character
Item Weight: 2 Pounds
Unit Count: 1.0 Count
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Top Amazon Reviews
Style: Headphones
I've owned several Sony headphones over the years, including noise cancelling models WH1000-XM4 and WH1000-XM5 as well as some others I can't remember. I've owned mostly Sony headphones for the last several years but at one point also had headphones from Sennheiser and Audio-Technica. I consider myself somewhat of an "audiophile" and personally feel like I can tell the difference between FLAC 96kHz/24bit and regular old 44.1Khz/16bit 320Kbps MP3 and other compressed audio formats. So with my history of headphones out of the way, let's talk about how amazing these Sony MDR-1AM2/B sound. Simply put: they're the best sounding headphones I've ever owned. The bass is much better than I expected and is clear, simultaneously crisp and smooth, and not overly powerful or underwhelming. The bass is less powerful than what I would get out of the WH1000-XM4/5 however I consider that a good thing because bass, in my opinion, shouldn't be boosted. I want to hear it as the artist intended, and these MDR-1AM2 deliver that original sound perfectly. The mid and higher octaves of music also sound clear, and simultaneously crisp and smooth. It's exactly what I would expect from headphones like these. It's simply amazing. These headphones have a very smooth and flat frequency response curve, which is excellent and hard to get in headphones. It makes a big difference. I want to hear music just as it was intended from the artist, and with such a smooth and flat response curve, you'll get that original sound. The build quality is surprisingly top-notch and way better than I expected. They're so light you'd think they're made cheaply, but that's not the case. Several parts of the headphones are actually made of metal, such as the band you can adjust to fit your ears, and the cup housing the drivers. For those who like to change up the way they sound, you can do that using an equalizer in your music app or the phone's default one, or one on your desktop. Personally I don't bother because I like the sound just as it is. These headphones are very lightweight. They weigh next to nothing compared to a WH1000-XM5. It's amazing as it makes long listening session much more enjoyable and comfortable. The padding around the ears is very thick, soft, and extremely comfortable. It does a good job at sealing out most other sounds too, which enhances the music experience. They are very comfortable to wear for as long as you'd like. Sony spent a lot of time and effort into getting these headphones certified HiRes - and it clearly worked out well. The grill has a very neat pattern to it. The drivers are simply amazing and can even reproduce sounds as high as 100kHz (way beyond the ability for a human ear to hear). The aluminum coated drivers do make a big difference, as it adds a certain level of stiffness that helps keep sound more accurate. I listen primarily to music recorded at 96 or 192kHz at 24bit depth. I feel like I'm finally getting every ounce of that from these headphones. I listen on my phone using a DAC that goes up to 384kHz/32bit and is very clear and clean. The DAC I use for my phone is exactly what's needed to truly enjoy the music. In my case the DAC was well priced for it's amazing chipset. My desktop has an even better DAC that also does the same 384kHz/32bit but has even better noise reduction and such. They sound amazing on both phone and desktop. You'll need a good DAC to enjoy these headphones to their fullest. I highly recommend these headphones to anyone, especially audiophiles or those who take music seriously, or even work with music, such as producing or mixing. These headphones are so good, I wish I started with them and never bothered with the noise cancelling ones. They simply don't compare at all in clarity and accuracy of the music. These headphones are a must buy!
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Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2024 by Kourtney Ragland
Style: Headphones
Seems to be an amazing headphone with lower impedance than cheaper ones and cheap ones and hard to find, and what I wanted to test, but also the base shelf, mdr-mv1, this seems better than. Must try out and must buy
Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2026 by Zach Holsten
Style: Headphones
I own OneOdio, and Sennheiser SD569's, and was looking for something more comfortable, and offering the BEST possible sound. I needed closed back, and wired because my wife listens to stuff on her IPODS nearby. Turning bluetooth on and off was a pain. First, I tried Senheiser SD300, and my new IPAD PRO would not drive hardly any volume. Next I tried Koss Pro 4S, and they sounded good and were light weight, but kept shorting when I shrugged my shoulder. I exchanged for another pair, and had the same problem. Next I tried Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro. Again, IPAD PRO wouldn't drive sufficient volume. It seems I needed an amplifier. Tried one, and didn't like the hassle of being tethered to another device, and didn't find the sound quality or comfort to be better than what I already owned. So, I decided that despite mfgr claims, and other reviews, I needed low impendence headphones. Most articles I read said low impedance means lower sound quality. Not sure what to do, I called an expert on headphones, and he mentioned these Sony's. In fact he said these are what he used personally. I just received them, and my search is over! They sound better than all the others I tried, even with the amplifier on the others. No amp needed for Sony's, lightweight to the point I don't notice they are even on my head. Low enough impedance I'm only slightly over half maximum volume on the IPAD. I know I sound like a commercial, but simply hope others can benefit from my experience. These fit the bill perfectly for me, and my search is over. I highly recommend these for IPAD and mobile device use, and in my experience these are simply the best. Not cheap, but well worth the investment.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023 by arizona golfer
Style: Headphones
I'll be comparing these to my experiences with mid-level Sennheiser headphones, which I replaced with the Sony this time because Sennheiser is bad about not supporting their products (which I have grown tired of). I did not get these for noise-cancellation, so I will not be reviewing based on that (however, they do mask background noise better than my 598s, including the sound of my Cherry MX Brown mechanical keyboard and my CPU fans, if that is a factor for you). Pros: - The bass response is exceptional. That's not necessarily a good thing for ear health, but if bass is important to you, the MDR1AM2s bring it. - The packaging is impressive, right down to the custom-fitted shrink wrap, but I had to damage the outer sleeve on the box to get it open, so it might make returns problematic. - The cans swivel flat, making them relatively easy to store and to pack in a laptop bag. They would make excellent headphones for a traveler. - They are lightweight. I'm not sure how that will bode for long-term durability. I'll have to get back to you in 5 years. Cons: - The over-the-ear design is too tight for my liking. With my Sennheisers (598 SE), I could forget I was wearing them. I can't with the MDR1AM2s. I find myself frequently adjusting the left can for proper fit. Nipponjin must have small ears compared to Germans. - The leather-style earpads make my ears sweat. - Although I expect the frequency response to improve once the drivers break-in, out of the box, the high frequency response is lackluster at best. By comparison with the Sn 598s, they sound more hollow. Note: I do expect this to improve over time, but as to how much it will improve, that has yet to be heard. - The included headphone jack does not fit correctly with my standard extension cable. I had to nudge the plug out just a bit to get the sound to come through correctly. I'm not sure at this point whether replacing the cable with a different one will alleviate that issue. So far, it hasn't been a major problem. - Any movement of the cable will carry through to the cans, interfering with the sound quality. So if you are working at your computer and have to move your head, even a centimeter, you will hear it. Conclusions: - They're good, but I liked my $94.00 (on sale at the time) Sennheiser 598 SEs better (until the OEM earpads wore out and I couldn't get a comparable replacement because Sennheiser product support leaves something to be desired).
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Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2021 by John Douglas Powers
Style: Headphones
Let's start with what I can say for sure: the are the best sounding and most comfortable headphones I've ever used, full stop. If you want the best possible sound quality and the most comfort these are the top of the heap. I'm using these with an Xperia 10 and FLAC music, HiRes end to end, and these headphones do the high quality audio justice. I've been a music fan all my life and have lived through record, tape, CD, compressed audio, etc and nothing has ever sounded as good as these with HiRes music. These headphones are also extremely comfortable. The pads are a super soft fake leather that is as soft as skin or a flower petal or velvet, it is extremely soft. The head piece is also coated in soft fabric. And the headphones are so light that it is shocking when you first hold them. You can listen to these for hours without fatigue. Now, let's get to what only time can clarify: I don't know how durable these are. As I mentioned they are so light that it is shocking, but that lightness makes them feel cheap. On closer inspection they are made with high quality materials. What feels in places like an all 0lastic body is in fact metal in many places. The metal is simply so thin and light it feels lime plastic. That said coming from a pair of Master & Dynamics these feel very light and brittle. Only time will tell. At first I thought they were cheaply made but like I said over time I've realized that they are actually very well made, just with an emphasis on lightness. That said, I know I'll have those master and dynamics in 10 or even 20 years. How these will fare we can only wait and see. Ultimately I recommend these highly. My priorities are comfort and sound quality and these do the trick. These don't have features that reduce quality like Bluetooth or noise cancelation so what you are paying for here is premium audio quality, not xoensive extras that make your music sound worse. These paired with HiRes music and a player are as good as it gets and the first true improvement I've heard in audio quality I've heard in my adult life.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2019 by Adam
Style: Headphones
While these are very nice closed wide frequency headphones, the first thing I noticed is they made my ears hot. This might be okay in the cold season, but when it is hot time of year, not so much. The biggest gripe I had was the 4 foot cable, which is insanely short. As long as I don't move from my seat, they reach the front 3.5mm jacks on my full tower PC. I tried to find an third party 6 foot cable, but none are made to snap securely in the headset. The 3.5mm 4-Pole TRRS jack connection is proprietary. The headphones don't fly for me. I went back to my proven and inexpensive Koss KPH30i which I have used for many years now. They are foam on the ears, but never hot and never uncomfortable with great private sound. Sometimes more expensive is not necessarily better.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2024 by Steven R. 🏆
Style: Headphones
Wow, that's all I will say.... ok well I will say a little about these. They are very light, so they can feel a bit cheap in hand. But they are constructed very well whith just all plastic parts but look very amazing and feel well made. Sound is simply stunning, I have never listened to music that sounded that clear and balkanced. These do have low deep bass but does not overpower any of the other sounds like it can be hitting a very low sound and yet you can still hear the slightest highs crystal clear. They are truly amazing, and since they are so light they are very comfortable to wear for long periods of time. Ok so I will wrap this up with a ps4 note.... I have very high end 300 dollar gaming headphones that I tested side by side hooked up just to the ps4 controller, playing Call of Duty. And let's just say it went from playing a war game on the TV to being in the game in the TV. Completely blew my gaming headphones out of the water I am selling them know, no need fir them anymore I will use these for my gaming now and music. You will ve shocked at how fast these respond to explosions and bullets being fired it hits hard and deep punch bass but yet you will hear every shell cassing hit the floor! Sell your expensive gaming headphones and do yourself a huge upgrade to your gaming experience and buy these!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2020 by Luke D.
Style: Headphones
I just might by a second pair. Seriously, they are that good.... I have been on a spree of buying headphone for awhile now trying to find a pair that aren't lacking. Proper bass response without destroying the mids and highs.... and then still having said mids and highs.... these fit the bill! I am blown away at the sound quality. For the money, they compare to headphones that cost twice as much. I had a pair of HifiMan Sundara's which are about the same price (50 bucks more) and these make the Hifiman headphones seem like a cheap gimmick.... The sound stage exists and yet they are closed back... but when you have media that is spacious (some songs, games, movies) you can feel the size. Its not AS LARGE of a sound space as open back headphones, but its not as tight and "close" as closed back usually are. These are seriously my favorite pair of headphones, ever.... Don't get me wrong, if I had the money, I would buy the Sennheiser HD800s Reference.... but those are like 1800 bucks.... these are a paltry 300 bucks and sound in my opinion almost as good, but not quite. As I said I have been all over the place headphone wise, beyerdynamics, other sony's, hifiman, audiotechnica, and these particular sonys put them all to shame.... I have the sound blaster AE-9 with upgraded OP-AMPS (which will soon yet again get updated this time with MUSES instead of burr browns), which I then use the RCA output into my headphone amplifier.... I have used both the sound cards headphone amplifier and my own via RCA, and I prefer the RCA, its more pure, better low end, better mids, and better highs.... I use the Schiit Magni Heresy, yeah the one that is driven by op-amps! The combo is insane. I can't wait to hear what MUSES do to the sound quality from top to bottom.... I want a second pair of these, so I can leave one at my desk, and have the other for bed. I'm too lazy to simply walk them from A to B over and over again. but they are so good in quality, its kinda worth having another pair....
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Reviewed in the United States on July 2, 2020 by namco