Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones - Electronics
The Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones are a high-quality audio accessory designed for professional monitoring and high-fidelity listening. With neodymium magnets and 40mm drive…
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The Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones are a great choice for those looking for professional-style headphones for monitoring recordings and high-fidelity listening. The headphones feature a circum-aural design that reduces noise from the outside world, and oval ear-pads for extra isolation. The 40mm diameter drivers provide a wide surface area for superb dynamics and deep bass down to 5Hz. The headphones also come with a 10-foot oxygen-free copper cord that ends in a 3.5mm plug, with a 1/4-inch adapter included, and a wide frequency response of 5Hz - 30kHz. Users have praised the headphones for their comfort and portability, with a wide, padded headband that distributes the weight over a wide area, reducing pressure for comfortable listening for hours on end. The folding design allows for compact storage and easy portability, and the rugged design makes them suitable for heavy-duty use. Users have also noted the excellent fidelity of the sound, with clear highs, lows, and mids, and no parts getting lost even with many things going on in the music. The headphones are also great for gaming and movies, with excellent sound quality and noise isolation. Users have also praised the durability of the headphones, with some owning and using them for more than ten years without any issues.
Pros:
- Excellent sound quality with clear highs, lows, and mids
- Circum-aural design reduces noise from the outside world
- Oval ear-pads provide extra isolation
- Comfortable to wear for hours on end with a wide, padded headband
- Folding design allows for compact storage and easy portability
- Rugged design suitable for heavy-duty use
- Durable with some users owning and using them for more than ten years without any issues
Cons:
- May spoil users with unmatched sound quality
- Aftermarket ear pads may be better than the originals
- Little cords that poke out the top of the monitors may be a concern for some users
FAQ
Q: What are the additional features of the Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones?
A: The Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones have a wide, adjustable, single, folding ear-cups headband, a 10 ft (3.0m) cord length, and a neodymium magnet. They also have a power handling capacity of 1.0W, an impedance of 63 ohms, and a frequency response of 5Hz - 30,000Hz.
Q: What is the connectivity technology of these headphones?
A: These headphones have a wired connectivity technology.
Q: What are the design features of these headphones?
A: The Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones have an over-ear design that provides comfort and outstanding reduction of external noises. They also have oval ear-pads for extra isolation.
Q: What is the length of the cord that comes with these headphones?
A: The cord that comes with these headphones is approximately 10 feet (3.0m) long.
Q: Do these headphones have a true, flat sound or do they boost bass/highs/mids/anything?
A: According to some reviews, the output is not what some would consider flat. The boost to the bottom end is mild compared to other brands like Beats or V-Moda. However, they are still considered good enough for general listening and cueing things up during live events.
Q: Can you remove the cord and replace it if needed?
A: No, the cord is not detachable or replaceable in these headphones.
Q: Are these headphones comfortable to wear for long periods of time?
A: Yes, these headphones have a wide padded headband that distributes the weight over a wide area, reducing pressure and providing comfortable listening for hours on end.
Q: What is voice coil?
A: Voice coil is an electromagnet attached to the diaphragm or "cone" of a large or small speaker. The voice coil reacts to electrical impulses from the sound wave and moves the diaphragm, causing air pressure to push against the ear drum, which we hear as sound.
Q: Do these headphones come with a pouch to keep them in?
A: Yes, these headphones come with a nice quality vinyl bag with drawstring that says SONY on it, lower right corner.
Q: Which country makes these headphones?
A: The Sony MDRV6 Studio Monitor Headphones were originally made in Japan, then Thailand, then China (and Malaysia) after factory flooding in 2011, and now they are made in Thailand again.
Q: Is there a volume control on these headphones?
A: No, there is no external volume control on these headphones. The volume is controlled through the source of the music (ipod, ipad, stereo, etc.).
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| Brand | Sony |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sony |
| Model Number | MDRV6 |
| Category | Electronics > Headphones, Earbuds & Accessories > Headphones & Earbuds > Over-Ear Headphones |
| Color | Black |
| Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| Dimensions | 3.87 x 4.25 x 8.62 inches |
| First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.87 x 4.25 x 8.62 inches |
| Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| ASIN | B00001WRSJ |
| Item model number | MDRV6 |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 3,739 ratings 4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #138,612 in Electronics |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
| Model Name | MDRV6 |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |