Sony MDR-XB50AP
Top 51%641 points
Top 51%
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Sony MDR-XB50AP review: 15 facts and highlights
1. highest frequency
The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.
24000Hz
Sony MDR-Z1R: 120000Hz
2. lowest frequency
The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.
4Hz
Sony MH1CBLK: 1Hz
3. weight
8g
Sony MDR-EX150AP: 3g
4. impedance
Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.
16 Ohms
Flips Solo 2 Social: 4 Ohms
5. has a neodymium magnet
Devices with neodymium magnets are lighter and more powerful than those which use ferrite magnets. They also have more bass and clear high notes.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
36% have it
6. sound pressure level
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
110dB/mW
AKG K553 Pro: 144dB/mW
7. no battery needed
This device works without batteries. It weighs less and you don't have to worry about recharging or replacing the battery.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
66% have it
8. has stereo speakers
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
76% have it
9. can be used as a headset
A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
47% have it
10. has an in-line control panel
There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
47% have it
11. driver unit size
The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.
12mm
Audeze LCD2 Classic: 106mm
12. has an L-shaped plug
An L-shaped plug is better if the jack is on the left or right side of the device, so that the cable isn't bent, and is less likely to break when the device is in your pocket.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
30% have it
13. number of microphones
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
1
Parrot Zik Sport: 8
14. cable length
A long cable ensures more freedom of movement.
1.2m
Pioneer SE-A1000: 6m
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15. has an in-ear form
The in-ear device is ultracompact and lightweight, with little or no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. It is inserted in the ear canal itself and blocks out a lot of environmental noise. It has stronger bass tones and is unlikely to fall out of the ear.
Sony MDR-XB50AP
37% have it
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