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Sony MDR-NC7

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Pros

  • fairly stylish
  • Audio sounds clear
  • and highs are present with a reasonable amount of detail

Cons

  • MDR-NC7 s frequency response is less erratic
  • batteries can be a big pain
  • the s are not durable headphones
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Key specs

  • 35 Ω
  • 30, 20000 Hz
  • Open
  • Stereo
  • On-Ear
  • Wired
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Sony MDR-NC7 - Pros & Cons

Sony MDR-NC7

Pros

  • fairly stylish
  • Audio sounds clear
  • and highs are present with a reasonable amount of detail

Cons

  • MDR-NC7 s frequency response is less erratic
  • batteries can be a big pain
  • the s are not durable headphones
  • passive attenuation is very low to boot
  • cables will not last
  • Sony MDR-NC7s are likewise disappointing
  • They very poorly handle audio output
  • Frequency Response Terrible performance from the NC7s
  • NC7 Noise Canceling headphones is a bit of a mixed bag
  • the headphones are just a touch tight
  • the headband is hard plastic and has no padding

Sony MDR-NC7 - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
30 mm
Best:
Hauppauge XFones
Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
35 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
134 g
Best:
Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002
Weight: 0.11 g

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Sony MDR-NC7 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight4.73 oz
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Connectivity
Cable length1.5
Type of connector3.5mm
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Battery technologyAlkaline
Battery life25.0 h
Power handling capacity100.0 mW
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Silver
  • White
  • White,Silver
Acoustic designOpen
Attachment typeHeadband
CategoryTravel and Commuting
Foldableyes
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Sound
Impedance35.0 Ω
Frequency range30 - 20000
Diaphragm diameter1.18 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.18 in
Maximum input power100.0 mW
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes

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Sony MDR-NC7 Sony - Editorial Reviews (3)

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Sony MDR-NC7 Sony MDR-NC7 Review
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Published: 08.09.2011
Sony MDR-NC7 Review

We strongly recommend that you avoid buying these headphones.

By Chris Thomas
8 minute read
Sony MDR-NC7 Sony MDR-NC7 On-Ear "Noise Canceling" Headphone Review
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Published: 08.09.2011
Sony MDR-NC7 On-Ear "Noise Canceling" Headphone Review

We strongly recommend that you avoid buying these headphones.

By Chris Thomas
16 minute read
Sony MDR-NC7 Sony MDR NC7 review: Sony MDR NC7
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Published: 05.12.2008
Sony MDR NC7 review: Sony MDR NC7
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Sony MDR NC7

By Jasmine France
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