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Sony MDR-NC8

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User ratings:
44
4.2 out of 5
44 user ratings
5 stars
36 %
4 stars
45 %
3 stars
18 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
Consumer ratings:
3.8 / 5
Editorial reviews:
2
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2 editorial reviews
Sony MDR-NC8 (Wired Headphone): 2.8 out of 5 stars from 5 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
The Sony MDR-NC8 deliver surprisingly decent sound reproduction. However, they are flimsy, below-average headphones with terrible noise isolation and subpar buil...Read more
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Pros

  • Produces decent sound and am happy with the product
  • noise cancelling works well and the sound is clear
  • Fits well on my ear

Cons

  • Noise-cancelling not what I expected
  • bulky for travel
  • The headset itself is not comfortable and my ears were sore

Key specs

  • 19 Ω
  • 30, 20000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • On-Ear
  • Wired

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Sony MDR-NC8 - Pros & Cons

Sony MDR-NC8

Pros

  • Produces decent sound and am happy with the product
  • noise cancelling works well and the sound is clear
  • Fits well on my ear
  • and is comfy to use
  • lightweight and decently comfortable

Cons

  • Noise-cancelling not what I expected
  • bulky for travel
  • The headset itself is not comfortable and my ears were sore
  • The cord length fro earphones to end is only 1 metre
  • Only a cheapy to use occasionally for the telly
  • weak noise isolation
  • feel cheap
  • weak and look extremely susceptible to breaking
  • They sway a lot while running and are not ideal for the gym
  • lacks bass and detail
  • No cherry-picked units sent by brands

Sony MDR-NC8 - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
30 mm
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Driver size: 400 mm
IconImpedance
19 Ω
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Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
IconWeight
170 g
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Sony MDR-NC8 - 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
Weight6.0 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
Type of connector3.5mm
Detachable cableno
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Battery life80.0 h
Power handling capacity50.0 mW
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • White
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
Body materialPlastic
Category
  • Audiophile
  • Travel and Commuting
Foldableyes
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance19.0 Ω
Frequency range30 - 20000
Diaphragm diameter1.2 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.18 in
Maximum input power50.0 mW
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes

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