Sony MDR-M1 MDRM1
form factor on-ear
driver type dynamic
impedance ohms 50
wireless false
open closed back closed
44 Overall Score
Price €0
About This Headphones
Reference closed monitor headphones with ultra-wideband frequency range to offer exceptional stereo playback for professional creators. Made for recording, mixing, and mastering, delivering superior high-resolution sound.
- Studio sound, unleashed Ultra-wideband playback and a closed acoustic structure with high sound isolation allows for detailed and precise monitoring, for a wide range of audio production workflows.
- Ultra-wideband playback The uniquely designed driver unit balances low distortion with reproduction of low frequencies for ultra-wideband playback and accurate reproduction from 5 Hz–80 kHz.
- High-fidelity, faithful sound reproduction A closed acoustic structure with effective sound isolation facilitates precise audio production in a variety of environments.
- In collaboration with creators We collaborated with renowned industry engineers to achieve a sound that accurately reproduces the creative intent.
- For the long haul The soft, thick earpads are designed to provide a reassuring, comfortable fit throughout even the longest sessions.
- Easy to maintain Designed for years of dependable use, supplied with two detachable cable lengths and easy to replace earpads.
- Professional connectivity The versatile screw-in plug adapter makes it easy to connect to devices with either a 6.3 mm or 3.5 mm stereo jack.
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (99th percentile) 99th
- Strong build (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average comfort (2th percentile) 2th
- Below average mic (16th percentile) 16th
- Below average anc (31th percentile) 31th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 80000 |
| Impedance | 50 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.5 |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony MDR-M1 MDRM1 | Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra | Technics EAH-A800 EAH-A800 | JBL Live 770NC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | on-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic | PEEK/Polyurethane 3-Layer Diaphragm | Dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 42 | 40 | - | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 50 | 470 | - | 32 | 34 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 24 | 50 | 65 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDR-M1 MDRM1 | 30.8 | 15.7 | 77.1 | 43.6 | 44.3 | 2.3 | 36.8 | 98.8 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.7 | 85.1 | 77.1 | 97.6 | 89.3 | 79.5 | 99 | 79 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Px8 S2 Compare | 97.7 | 99.4 | 95.9 | 99.4 | 72.7 | 50.8 | 97.5 | 98.8 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 87.5 | 78.6 | 95.9 | 47.9 | 69.3 | 79.5 | 99.4 | 93.6 |
| Technics EAH-A800 EAH-A800 Compare | 92.5 | 98.3 | 77.1 | 96.9 | 83.8 | 50.8 | 93.1 | 98.8 |
| JBL Live 770NC Compare | 97.7 | 78.6 | 97.3 | 85.1 | 91.7 | 50.8 | 100 | 98.8 |
Usage Scores
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