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Sony XBA-2iP

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3 editorial reviews
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The XBA-1iP and XBA-2iP earphones are the two base iDevice models from Sony’s newly developed Balanced Armature series.Read more
Best in-ears £120-£200, Awards 2012. Great upgrade for iPhone users, for calls and music alikeRead more
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Pros

  • both models come with great carrying cases
  • comfortable
  • stylish and will sound great

Cons

  • Skimps on the high-range and bass frequencies
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Key specs

  • 12 Ω
  • 4, 25000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • In-Ear
  • Wired
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Sony XBA-2iP - Pros & Cons

Sony XBA-2iP

Pros

  • both models come with great carrying cases
  • comfortable
  • stylish and will sound great
  • great high frequency response and decent if
  • balanced
  • clear
  • detailed
  • and rich
  • smooth sound
  • detail and non-fatiguing listening

Cons

  • Skimps on the high-range and bass frequencies

Sony XBA-2iP - Technical Overview

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IconImpedance
12 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
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6 g
Best:
Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002
Weight: 0.11 g

Sony XBA-2iP - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight0.21 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
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Design
Colour of productBlack
Acoustic designClosed
Body materialSilicone
CategorySport
Noise isolatingyes
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance12.0 Ω
Frequency range4 - 25000
Maximum input power100.0 mW
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes
Playback controlsyes

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Sony XBA-2iP Sony - Editorial Reviews (3)

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Sony XBA-2iP Sony's XBA Series iPhone-Compatible Earbuds Pack Big Headphone Sound Directly Into Your Canals [Review]
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Cult of Mac
Published: 14.03.2012
Sony's XBA Series iPhone-Compatible Earbuds Pack Big Headphone Sound Directly Into Your Canals [Review]
By John Brownlee
8 minute read
Sony XBA-2iP Sony XBA-1iP and XBA-2iP Balance Armature Driver Earphones Reviewed
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www.audioreview.com
Sony XBA-1iP and XBA-2iP Balance Armature Driver Earphones Reviewed

The XBA-1iP and XBA-2iP earphones are the two base iDevice models from Sony’s newly developed Balanced Armature series.

7 minute read
Sony XBA-2iP Home review
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whathifi
Published: 05.10.2012
Home review
5.0

Best in-ears £120-£200, Awards 2012. Great upgrade for iPhone users, for calls and music alike

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