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Sony MDR-1A vs Sony MDR-1AM2

    Sony MDR-1A Headphones
    Sony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2 Headphones
      Sony MDR-1AM2
      Available colors
      Editiorial reviews
      13
      4.1 out of 5
      9 user ratings
      5 stars
      		22 %
      4 stars
      		77 %
      3 stars
      		0 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
      Read editorial reviews
      6
      3.9 out of 5
      3 user ratings
      5 stars
      		0 %
      4 stars
      		100 %
      3 stars
      		0 %
      2 stars
      		0 %
      1 stars
      		0 %
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      User rating
      43
      4.1 out of 5
      43 user ratings
      5 stars
      		44 %
      4 stars
      		27 %
      3 stars
      		20 %
      2 stars
      		4 %
      1 stars
      		2 %
      38
      4.3 out of 5
      38 user ratings
      5 stars
      		42 %
      4 stars
      		44 %
      3 stars
      		10 %
      2 stars
      		2 %
      1 stars
      		0 %

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      Technical details

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Sound outputStereoStereo
      StyleOver-EarOver-Ear
      Connectivity technologyWiredWired
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yesyes

      Design

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Colour of product
      • Black
      • Silver
      • Black
      • Silver
      Acoustic designClosedClosed
      Foldableyesyes

      Dimensions

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Weight7.94 oz6.6 oz

      Sound

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Impedance48.0 Ω16.0 Ω
      Frequency range3 - 1000003 - 100000
      Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
      Driver size1.57 in1.57 in
      Maximum input power105.0 mW1500.0 mW

      Microphone

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Microphone typeIn-line microphoneIn-line microphone

      Connectivity

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Cable length1.21.2
      Type of connector3.5mm3.5mm
      USBnono

      Features

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Buttons
      • Answer button
      • Keyguard
      • Volume
      		Volume

      Power

      Sony MDR-1ASony MDR-1A
      Sony MDR-1AM2Sony MDR-1AM2
      Power handling capacity1500.0 mW1500.0 mW

      Pros & Cons

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              Sony MDR-1A vs Sony MDR-1AM2 - User Opinions

              • aretha
                over 1 year ago
                Compared to its predecessor, the MDR-1AM2 sounds markedly brighter, cleaner, and more detailed. The older MDR-1A has a warmer and darker sound, with fuller bass and less present mids and highs.Jan 2, 2019
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              Sony MDR-1A vs Sony MDR-1AM2 - Editorial Reviews (2)

              4.0
              Based on 1 reviews
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              Sony MDR-1AM2 review: Headphones with split personalities
              hardwarezone.com.sg logo
              hardwarezone.com.sg
              Published: 02.01.2019
              Sony MDR-1AM2 review: Headphones with split personalities
              4.0

              Looking for a closed set of headphones for the dreary morning commute? These are worth checking out.

              By Kenny Yeo
              8 minute read
              Sony MDR-1AM2 Headphones Review
              Music Photo Life logo
              Music Photo Life
              Published: 08.06.2018
              Sony MDR-1AM2 Headphones Review
              4.0

              The premium affordable Sony MDR-1AM2 wired headphones gives consumers reason to upgrade their wired headphones for portable audiophile enjoyment.

              By Chester Tan
              10 minute read

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