Name: MDR-Z1R
Brand: Sony
SKU: 68958
Rating: 4.1 (50 reviews)

4.5

based on all reviews

Consumer ratings:

4.5 / 5

extraordinarily accomplished design
Almost looks better than it sounds
this DAP sounds good

occur more frequently in closed headphone systems
Sony MDR-Z1R are certainly not a headphone targeting the mass enthusiast audience
Sony seem to be back firmly in the audiophile game again

Impedance: 64 Ω
Frequency range: 4, 120000 Hz
Acoustic design: Closed
Sound output: Stereo
Style: Over-Ear
Connectivity technology: Wired

Sony MDR-Z1R - Pros & Cons

extraordinarily accomplished design
Almost looks better than it sounds
this DAP sounds good
the headphone looks awesome
things are nicely balanced between the powerful low-end and crisp treble
dig up a terrific amount of detail and present it in a coherent and musical manner
impressively spacious sounding and pleasingly articulate with
low weight and flexibility - sits comfortably
fun sound that is easy on the ears and suits contemporary music very well
its resolution
vocals and instruments sounded incredibly textured and detailed
best qualities of its sound is its bass
hard-hitting
clean
and gratifying
the MDR-Z1R sounds pretty fantastic
support Bluetooth as well and are capable of wirelessly pushing remarkably clear
Both are functionally identical
The headphones also look good in terms of height and depth
The headphones are light and extremely comfortable
build quality
design
features
high-end case is great for protection and storage
lotsa good reviews and test
spatial richness of detail is impressive
The ergonomically shaped ear shells provide excellent comfort
highly flexible and durable eyeglass frames
good comfort and isolation is
has more treble energy and reach and a bit more openness
elegant design and build
Build & Comfort Build and comfort were equally exemplary
Instrument separation is exemplary
incredible build
comfort
and sound stand
The mids are equally as impressive in my mind
they still sound fast and keep up with the music wonderfully
excellent sense of clarity
detail
and imaging
soft
luscious pads that feel incredible to the touch

occur more frequently in closed headphone systems
Sony MDR-Z1R are certainly not a headphone targeting the mass enthusiast audience
Sony seem to be back firmly in the audiophile game again
headphone he wants to wear has to rock his teeth out
a lot of deliveries and my doorbell isn t that loud
the Sony spent the least time on my head
Sony s focus was sound not display quality
s not as chalky or warm as a first-gen AK100
isn t a single ended out that stands on its own
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least high frequency disruption
little missing in the way of drive or entertainment
Treble sounds uneven and this can make female vocals and certain instruments sound a
the box is also very bulky and not very portable
There is no shopping cart which I
The unit is quite heavy so I suspect shipping will cost a few
It may not display this or other websites correctly
not many sharp edges on its shell to make the fit unbearable
unexpectedly significant interferences in the frequency response
2014 - Infinity Home Studio Basics
the peak at 9-10k is a bit too much
notepad The bass can sometimes become a bit loose sounding
they sound harsh
the Z1R is only available for in-store demo and cannot be taken home

Sony MDR-Z1R - Technical Overview

	Poor	Average	Good	Excellent
Driver size	70 mm Best: Hauppauge XFones Driver size: 400 mm
Impedance	64 Ω Best: Stax SR-L500 Impedance: 145000 Ω
Weight	385 g Best: Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002 Weight: 0.11 g

Sony - Video Reviews (6)

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Sony MDR-Z1R - Full Specifications

Sound output	Stereo
Style	Over-Ear
Connectivity technology	Wired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)	no
Magnet material	Neodymium

Weight	13.58 oz

Microphone in	no

Carrying case	yes

Colour of product	Black
Acoustic design	Closed
Attachment type	Headband
Connector contacts plating	Gold

Impedance	64.0 Ω
Frequency range	4 - 120000
Diaphragm diameter	2.76 in
Driver technology	Dynamic
Driver size	2.76 in

Cable length	3
Detachable cable	yes

Battery operated	no

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Sony MDR-Z1R Sony - Editorial Reviews (8)

5.0

Based on 8 reviews

Sony MDR-Z1R Sony Signature Series - top quality sound at a price

The Straits Times

Published: 26.10.2016

Sony Signature Series - top quality sound at a price

Quality sound demands an appropriate price point. At least, that's what Sony is setting out to achieve with its latest and grandest offering to audiophiles with its Signature Series, which comes at a price tag ordinary consumers will baulk at.. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Headfonia Reviews

Published: 26.09.2017

Review: Sony NW-WM1Z, MDR-Z1R, TA-ZH1ES - Los tres tomodachis - Headfonia Reviews

Sony Tokio sent out the Sony MDR-Z1R, NW-WM1Z, TA-ZH1ES to NAthan for a 2 week loan. It's short but he managed to look at all 3 units. Now on Headfonia!

Headfonia Reviews

Published: 24.09.2017

Picture Sunday: Sony MDR-Z1R - Headfonia Reviews

Today we look at the Sony MDR-Z1R for the very first time in today's Picture Sunday article. The full review will be up soon on Headfonia. The MDR-Z1R, yum!

Sony MDR-Z1R Sony MDR-Z1R review: Premium headphones that are easy to love

hardwarezone.com.sg

Published: 24.10.2017

Sony MDR-Z1R review: Premium headphones that are easy to love

Not quite reference-level, but these are really pleasant and fun headphones to listen to.

Sony MDR-Z1R Sony MDR-Z1R Headphones Review

Sound & Vision

Published: 07.03.2017

Sony MDR-Z1R Headphones Review

Performance Build Quality Comfort Value

Headfonia Reviews

Published: 04.09.2016

Picture Sunday: Sony MDR-Z1R - Headfonia Reviews

The star of this week’s Picture Sunday is the just announced SONY MDR-Z1R headphone. Check out other recent Picture Posts Here, and Here. Sony surprised...