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Sony MDR-Q68LW

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The frequency response of the MDR-Q68 is far from even and a good equalizer is highly recommended to get the most out of them.Read more
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Pros

  • clarity
  • speed
  • and detail

Cons

  • lean heavily toward the cool side of the spectrum
  • Bass bleed is nonexistent as the low end transitions smoothly
  • noodle-thin cabling
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Key specs

  • 24 Ω
  • , 108 dB
  • 16, 24000 Hz
  • Open
  • Stereo
  • On-Ear
  • Wired
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Sony MDR-Q68LW - Pros & Cons

Sony MDR-Q68LW

Pros

  • clarity
  • speed
  • and detail

Cons

  • lean heavily toward the cool side of the spectrum
  • Bass bleed is nonexistent as the low end transitions smoothly
  • noodle-thin cabling
  • The low end sounds slightly sucked out and the treble is quite present

Sony MDR-Q68LW - Technical Overview

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

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Sony MDR-Q68LW - 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
Weight1.52 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity1000.0 mW
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Brown
  • White
Acoustic designOpen
Attachment typeEarloop/Ear conch
CategoryTravel and Commuting
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance24.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 108
Frequency range16 - 24000
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.18 in
Maximum input power1000.0 mW
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Features
Noise-cancelingyes

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Sony MDR-Q68LW Sony - Editorial Reviews (1)

Sony MDR-Q68LW Sony MDR-Q68LW Review | The Headphone List
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Published: 22.06.2014
Sony MDR-Q68LW Review | The Headphone List

The frequency response of the MDR-Q68 is far from even and a good equalizer is highly recommended to get the most out of them.

By by ljokerl
9 minute read

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