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Sony MDR-NC22

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Editorial reviews:
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2 editorial reviews
I recently got a chance to test Sony’s new noise canceling-earbuds, the MDR-NC22. I also asked my brother to give them a try as he’s a frequent flyer and has been using Sony’s first-generation MDR-NC10’s since 1999. They’ve held up pretty well for eight years and 1.2 million miles. So the bar was set high […]Read more
Sony offers the MDR-NC22, an in-ear and less expensive alternative to Bose's reigning noise-cancellation champs.Read more
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Cons

  • ultra-quiet older style buds
  • The earbuds did not seal as nicely as the NC10's

Key specs

  • 20 Ω
  • 8, 22000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • In-Ear
  • Wired

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Sony MDR-NC22 - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
13.5 mm
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Driver size: 400 mm
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20 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
39 g
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Sony MDR-NC22 - 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
Weight1.38 oz
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Microphone
Microphone typeIn-line microphone
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes
ButtonsVolume
Built-in heart rate monitorno
Calorie counterno
FM radiono
NFCno
Vibrationno
Carrying caseno
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Silver
  • Pink
  • White
Acoustic designClosed
Control typeIn-line control
Attachment typeEar canal
CategorySport
Foldableyes
Noise isolatingyes
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Sound
Impedance20.0 Ω
Frequency range8 - 22000
Diaphragm diameter0.5 in
Driver size0.53 in
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.5
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Power
Battery technologyAlkaline
Battery life50.0 h

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