Sony MDRNC7/BLK Noise Canceling On-Ear headphones (Black)
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Manufacturer: SonyFormat: CD-ROM
Model: MDRNC7/BLK
Color: Black
Product features:
- Active noise canceling headphones reduce outside ambient noise by 87.4%
- Noise cancelation can be switched on/off and uses a single AAA battery
- Foldable and swivel design for easy portability; travel pouch included
- Neodymium magnet and 30mm drivers deliver powerful, detailed sound
- Includes airplane adapter for in-flight entertainment (stereo or dual jack)
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Customer Review: Better than MDR-NC6
Summary: 5 Stars
Pros: Fairly good sound, smaller profile, great price point, comfortable, foldable, stylish
Cons: Non-detachable mini-plug, soft pouch (no hard case)
There are better noise cancelling headphones out there, but not for less than $50. At $49.99, these are great headphones for the traveler on a budget. I previously bought the MDR-NC6s and they worked pretty well for me. I originally got them to use while flying, but I also use them at work to remove the annoying hum from our company computers. The NC7 is a great upgrade from the older model. They noticeably cancel more of the ambient noise than the NC6. Also, there is virtually no lag time between when the noise cancelling is switched on and when it actually kicks in. The NC6 took a few seconds to begin actually cancelling ambient noise. Also, a common complaint that I've had (and read about) with the NC6 is that there's a faint, yet audible hiss while the noise cancelling is on. This has been greatly reduced to a hardly noticeable, faint background static with the NC7, which will probably annoy the audiophile, but doesn't bother me. These headphones are much more comfortable than the previous model. I must note that these headphones don't cancel out all of the noise, just the constant background noise, like the engines of an airplane or the hum of loud equipment. You can still hear people talking or the keyboard while you're typing (faintly), but they're not meant to drown out these noises, so keep that in mind when trying out headphones.
These are far from the perfect headphones, however. The mini plug is not detachable as with other, more expensive models. Also, they use a double cable design (one leading into each ear pad) as opposed the single line design of its predecessor. This might cause the headphone cable to get more tangled. Also, the case that it comes with is just a soft nylon drawstring pouch, as opposed the molded cases of more expensive headphones.
Bottom line, with only minor flaws, these are great headphones for an unbeatable price. I only wish they came in a wireless behind-the-neck "street style" version.
Description of Sony MDRNC7/BLK Noise Canceling On-Ear headphones (Black)
Enhance your listening experience and reduce unwanted ambient noise by 87.4 percent with the MDR-NC7 noise canceling headphones. Featuring a convenient, foldable and swivel design, these headphones are perfect for travel or the daily commute.The MDR-NC7 reduce up to 87.4% (9 dB at 300 Hz) of ambient noise when the noise canceling circuit is switched on, ideal for loud, noisy environments like planes, buses, dorms, etc.Enhance your listening experience and reduce unwanted ambient noise by 87.4 percent with the MDR-NC7 noise canceling headphones. Featuring a convenient, foldable and swivel design, these headphones are perfect for travel or the daily commute.
Noise Canceling Technology
Noise canceling headphones reduce ambient noise to provide a quieter environment for audio entertainment. The headphones have an inside microphone on each earpiece that works with electronic circuitry to create oppositely phased sound waves that reduce, or phase out, the ambient noise sound waves.
The MDR-NC7 reduce up to 87.4% (9 dB at 300 Hz) of ambient noise when the noise canceling circuit is switched on, ideal for loud, noisy environments like planes, buses, dorms, etc.
Listen With or Without Noise Reduction
Convenient dual-use capability gives you the option of listening to your music with or without the noise cancelation feature, so you can enjoy unaffected music in quiet environments. This also allows you to keep using your headphones (minus noise reduction) when the batteries run dry.
On-Ear Design
Many of the noise canceling headphones out there are earbuds; these are ideal for someone who prefers an external phone. The phones rest gently on your ear, with an adjustable headband to get a good fit. And good sound--a neodymium magnet provides excellent power-handling, and 30-millimeter drivers deliver quality sound with a frequency response of 20 Hz - 30 kHz.
Ready for Travel
The MDR-NC7's noise reduction is powered by a single AAA battery, and when not in use the phones feature a foldable, swivel design. Fold small and compact and slip into the included carry pouch and you're good to go. An airplane adapter is also included for in-flight entertainment (stereo or dual jack).
MDR-NC7 Specs
| Driver Unit: | 30 mm |
| Frequency Response: | 20 Hz - 30 kHz |
| Magnet: | Neodymium |
| Impedance, Power On: | 33 Ohms |
| Impedance, Power Off: | 100 Ohms |
| Sensitivity, Power On: | 102 dB/mW |
| Sensitivity, Power Off: | 100 dB/mW |
| Plug Type: | Gold, Stereo Mini Plug |
| Cord Length: | 1.5 Meters |
| Weight: | 134 grams (Including AAA Battery) |
What's in the Box
MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling Headphones, Airplane Plug Adapter, Carrying Pouch, User's Manual
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