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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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Model Name MDR1AM2/B
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Form Factor Over Ear
Connectivity Technology Wired

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  • 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

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Noise cancellation
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Sony MDR1AM2 Wired High Resolution Audio Overhead Headphones

Sony MDR1AM2 Wired Headphones

Enjoy the subtlest nuances of studio-quality sound in higher than CD quality with High-Resolution Audio. Passion for music unites every component from signal to speaker so it feels like the artist is performing right in front of you. The precision sound and full-spectrum clarity of the MDR-1AM2 headphones capture the hearts of music lovers everywhere. And with a lightweight design and soft cushioned earpads, you can listen for hours in total comfort.

Enjoy clear, lively sound across all frequencies from 1.57" HD drivers. Hear deep lows and euphoric highs with a full-range response from 3 Hz to 100 kHz.

Our newly developed 1.57" lightweight HD driver with an aluminum-coated liquid crystal polymer (LCP) diaphragm delivers clear, lively sound, especially on mid to high tones—perfect for vocal-focused styles—and a smooth, precise response across the entire frequency range.

Pressure-relieving earpads

Listen comfortably for hours thanks to soft cushioned synthetic leather earpads. The closed-back design minimizes any sound loss.

Ultra-lightweight

A new lightweight frame relieves pressure for longer listening in comfort, while premium build materials ensure long-lasting durability.

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    Product 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.

    Customer reviews

    4.4 out of 5 stars
    4.4 out of 5
    391 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the weight, sound quality, quality and performance of the headphones. For example, they mention that it's light weight, takes them to a new level of sound, and that the performance is fantastic when used with a DAC. Customers also appreciate comfort. That said, opinions are mixed on cord length, and value.

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    57 customers mention46 positive11 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. For example, they say the sound is excellent, has a low deep bass, and is beautiful. They also say the headphones take them to a new level of sound, and listening to music is damn near heavenly. The ear pads effectively block outside noise, and the head band is comfortable and adjustable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the sound performance of these headphones.

    "...The pads are cushioned perfectly.Sound quality: for a pair of Sony headphones, I was expecting their modern bass forward sound signature, but..." Read more

    "...or noise cancelation so what you are paying for here is premium audio quality, not xoensive extras that make your music sound worse...." Read more

    "...(however, they do mask background noise better than my 598s, including the sound of my Cherry MX Brown..." Read more

    "...They are wired and the sound they deliver is excellent. I hear the high resolution sound as the artist has made it. I would recommend the headphones...." Read more

    25 customers mention22 positive3 negative

    Customers like the quality of the headphones. They mention that they are the best wired headphone on the market, they are made with high quality materials, and they produce high quality output.

    "...'re extremely light weight for what you would expect, and build quality is exceptional. The pads are cushioned perfectly...." Read more

    "...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..." Read more

    "...They are truly amazing, and since they are so light they are very comfortable to wear for long periods of time...." Read more

    "High quality output. Terrific when used with a DAC." Read more

    24 customers mention21 positive3 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. For example, they mention it has great head band comfort and adjustability, and a snug fit around the ears. That said, some complain about the accessories and ergonomics.

    "As the headline says, super comfortable: they're extremely light weight for what you would expect, and build quality is exceptional...." Read more

    "...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...." Read more

    "...They are truly amazing, and since they are so light they are very comfortable to wear for long periods of time...." Read more

    "I use daily for work to speak with customers, great sound, very comfortable." Read more

    20 customers mention18 positive2 negative

    Customers like the weight of the headphones. They say it's a good trade off of mild weight for great sound.

    "As the headline says, super comfortable: they're extremely light weight for what you would expect, and build quality is exceptional...." Read more

    "...Next I tried Koss Pro 4S, and they sounded good and were light weight, but kept shorting when I shrugged my shoulder...." Read more

    "...The head piece is also coated in soft fabric. And the headphones are so light that it is shocking when you first hold them...." Read more

    "...They would make excellent headphones for a traveler.- They are lightweight. I'm not sure how that will bode for long-term durability...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the headphones. They mention that it works great for long-term wear, produces high-quality output, and is terrific when used with a DAC. The headphones are very efficient and lightweight. The microphone works okay, and they are perfect for any application.

    "High quality output. Terrific when used with a DAC." Read more

    "...headphones for about two years and they are pretty good, still working well after years of daily use...." Read more

    "I am using these to monitor bass guitar recording. Works great for that. Very comfortable long term wear...." Read more

    "Very efficient, Clean sub bass, crystal highs. Light weight...." Read more

    4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the headphones. They mention that the mids and highs are crystal clear.

    "...but these are first of all really well balanced and the clarity on them is exceptional...." Read more

    "...Deep lows, clear mids, clean highs. They're the best sounding headphones I've owned...." Read more

    "...I put them on and was blown away by the clarity and depth of sound...." Read more

    "...It has vere deep bass. Mids and highs are crystal clear. The headphone are very loud with just my Samsung cell phone powering them...." Read more

    15 customers mention10 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the value of the headphones. Some mention that it's worth the price, has great quality, and sounds good for the price. However, others say that it was a total waste of money, overrated, and completely disappointed them.

    "...Not cheap, but well worth the investment." Read more

    "I purchased these headphones and they completely disappointed me... You don't hear the volume and space of sound, you just hear a flat, mediocre..." Read more

    "...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,..." Read more

    "These are the most expensive and highest quality headphones I’ve ever owned...." Read more

    10 customers mention3 positive7 negative

    Customers are mixed about the cord length of the headphones. Some mention it's wired, light weight, comfortable, and very high quality, while others say that the two included cables are far too short. The balanced cable is only four feet long, and the connector is too short, making it difficult to connect and disconnect the headphones when needed.

    "...Koss Pro 4S, and they sounded good and were light weight, but kept shorting when I shrugged my shoulder...." Read more

    "...I would recommend the headphones. The extra wire to make the wired longer is also a great bonus" Read more

    "...My problem is the (proprietary?) balanced cable is ONLY FOUR FEET LONG!..." Read more

    "...The two included cables are far too short, and the headphones have some annoying little 'ring' that attaches to Sony's cables, but prevent any other..." Read more

    Good headphones, annoying/short headphone cables
    5 Stars
    Good headphones, annoying/short headphone cables
    I've had these headphones for about two years and they are pretty good, still working well after years of daily use. Leaving this review because I see many people complaining about the cables and trying to replace them. The two included cables are far too short, and the headphones have some annoying little 'ring' that attaches to Sony's cables, but prevent any other cables from plugging in. (to quickly detach instead of yanking the headphones off your head if you accidentally pull them)It's easy to get confused and think these headphones specifically require the 'Sony' style cables, but you can just unscrew the little gold ring on the headphones where the cable attaches, and any typical auxillary cord should now fit.
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    Curtis Lawrence
    5.0 out of 5 stars Sony 1Am2 is amazing
    Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2020
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Sony 1Am2 is amazing
    Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2020
    First off lets start with how they fit around your ears. If you have small ears you can position these however you like, but for bigger ears I would try this way instead. When I was looking inside the headphone cushions I saw that they had a bit more space hidden which should fit bigger ears because when I tuck in my ears which are small I still have a lot more space inside the headphones pads. Now lets talk sound quality. These headphones have bass ports which I will show where with photos, kind of like a subwoofer or speakers. Do not try to cover them the bass will sound weird because the air flows through them to produce such great bass that these headphones have. When you put on some songs with a lot of bass you will be amazed by the bass these small headphones. If you EQ the bass it will be a bassheads dream with those songs if you set the bass a bit higher. The bass is excellent on these.

    Now for the midrange (Vocals) I like it a lot especially when I watch videos or want to monitor my voice. For songs the vocals are clear and you will know they are there. These headphones are very fun to listen to.

    Now for the high range. This is mostly what makes the headphones sound clearer. When I have these on a lower volume I could fall asleep with these on. The high range on a lower volume the headphone has a warm sound signature but when I turn up the volume some of that treble range can break through but instead of being able to sleep with them on they act more excited like most other headphones but much more explosive bass with these. Obviously you should never use headphones on high volume it will seriously damage your hearing.

    For soundstage, these are closed back headphones first off, so nothing like an open-back heqdphone but some soundstage is there if you really focus and relax, not a whole lot though. I would say the soundstage is there but not wide, it still feels like its near your ear but these headphones primarily should be for listening to music, videos, and perhaps movies not for soundstage and all that but for voices or narrative for documentaries, and for big explosions for that bass.

    For the build quality these are the lightest headphones that I have bought, I was amazed. You could wear these for hours and you might forget that they are on your head. I would be very afraid for these to fall off my head because of how light weight they are. The build is plastic, some of it is a bit rough feeling. The headband may look flat but actually its just a bit of flexible material with a crease and the rest of it is cushion, and whatever material thats inside the headband is 1mm thick compared to the rest of the soft cushioning it's very comfortable. The pads itself on the inside is great I don't remember the material but it's soft. The adjustment part of the headphone I would think is some sort of metal. For the aux port you will need an auxillary cable with the same locking mechanism as the stock cables. Also, this headphone comes with a 3.5mm to 3.5mm auxillary with a mic attached. The mic on this is fantastic for what it is. This headphone also comes with a soft carrying case and a balanced 3.5mm to 4.4mm auxillary cable which I haven't tried yet but heard that it makes these headphones sound even better than what they already are without it. They also come in a nice cardboard after you take out the cheap paper box it comes with outside of that cardboard and when you open it the headphones are laying in a nice smooth attached cloth on some plastic material which looks nice to be presented with.

    Portablity, yes they could be used outside but they are not sweatproof or anything of that sort, I found that the bass ports are sensitive to wind so you will hear the wind when wearing these. I really enjoy using these at home I would buy some iem, wireless earbuds, or earbuds with an ipx rating for outside especially for the summer, not that its okay to wear any headphones in cold weather anyways. These are great, bass way better beyond what the xm3 or xm4 can produce, they say it can do 3hz beyond human hearing which these sound like a mini subwoofer, clean high range, and I love the midrange so far. If you can buy these for $300 Canadian dollars I would do it. I have no idea when Sony will release the MDR 1Am3 or whatever is next for them that is an upgrade to this. All said, try these. I hope you like them, give it time. I've had them for a few months and they keep getting better. (Will update if needed.)
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    Victor Hugo Reyes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelentes audífonos.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect, Pure Sound Intended For Pro Users, Not Hobbyist Audiophiles
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    Nik S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect headphones
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    Carlos
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente sonido y comodidad
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