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Sony MDR-XB920

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4 editorial reviews
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Pros

  • quality of passive noise cancellation is also good
  • In terms of comfort its a win
  • XB920 does a bloody good job and reproducing those frequencies as well

Cons

  • The headphone is a bit heavy but not too heavy for it to become
  • The clamping force is on the moderate side
  • Sony has not completely gone all out behind Bass and ignored the Mids and highs
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Key specs

  • 24 Ω
  • , 106 dB
  • 3, 28000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired
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Sony MDR-XB920 - Pros & Cons

Sony MDR-XB920

Pros

  • quality of passive noise cancellation is also good
  • In terms of comfort its a win
  • XB920 does a bloody good job and reproducing those frequencies as well
  • portability is instantly recognisable
  • stylish and good-looking headphones
  • The build quality and finishing of XB920 is very good
  • Build quality and comfort
  • a durable and tasteful build quality
  • The headphones are very light and the headband feels great
  • Both look quite good
  • Bright design

Cons

  • The headphone is a bit heavy but not too heavy for it to become
  • The clamping force is on the moderate side
  • Sony has not completely gone all out behind Bass and ignored the Mids and highs
  • the audio cables are not round but are tape
  • SONY MDR-XB920 HEADPHONES
  • sound quality
  • a very difficult element to quantify
  • sounds uninspiring and utterly boring
  • Sony missed a beat with the earpads
  • there are no perfect headphones
  • its price makes it poor value for money

Sony MDR-XB920 - Technical Overview

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

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Sony MDR-XB920 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
Diaphragm material
Polyethylene terephthalate
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Dimensions
Weight10.76 oz
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Microphone
Microphone sensitivity-42.0 dB
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Features
Playback controlsyes
ButtonsMulti-key
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Silver
Acoustic designClosed
Body materialFoam
CategoryTravel and Commuting
Foldableyes
Noise isolatingyes
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance24.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 106
Frequency range3 - 28000
Diaphragm diameter1.96 in
Driver size1.97 in
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
Detachable cableyes

Sony MDR-XB920 - Q&A (1)

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    ben_greenfelder
    over 2 years ago
    Is Sony MDR-XB920 worth it in 2022?
    willa_tremblay
    about 2 years ago
    Yes, Sony's premium MDR-XB920 is a perfect headset even in 2022.
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Sony MDR-XB920 Sony - Editorial Reviews (4)

3.5
Based on 4 reviews
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Sony MDR-XB920 Sony MDR XB920 Headphones Review
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Published: 10.12.2013
Sony MDR XB920 Headphones Review
3.5

Read the in depth Review of Sony MDR XB920 Headphones Audio Video. Know detailed info about Sony MDR XB920 Headphones configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

By Anirudh Regidi
10 minute read
Sony MDR-XB920 Sony MDR XB920 review: Headphones with booming bass
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Published: 10.09.2013
Sony MDR XB920 review: Headphones with booming bass

Read this review to know where Sony's new MDR XB920 headphones excel and fall flat...

By Javed Anwer
5 minute read
Sony MDR-XB920 Review : Sony's On-Ear Extra Bass Headphone MBR-XB920
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Install or Not
Published: 21.10.2013
Review : Sony's On-Ear Extra Bass Headphone MBR-XB920

Sound is itself is a difficult element to quantify specially when judging headphones. There are innumerable variables to consider like which kind of music

5 minute read
Sony MDR-XB920 Review headphones Sony MDR-XB920
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WOVOW - Chinese Gadgets Reviews and Deals
Published: 02.05.2014
Review headphones Sony MDR-XB920

Package Includes: Headphones Replacement cables (one with remote control) Documentation On the official website writes: "The Balanced bass regardless of

By James Weir
6 minute read

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