Rating 3.6 35 reviews
Manufacturer: Sony
pcworld.idg.com.au
17 years ago

Sony MDR-NC500D

The Sony MDR-NC500D headphones are suitable for music listening or movie watching, and they pack in some high quality noise-cancelling technology which makes them great for commuting or long-haul plane trips. Sound quality is good and the headphones are well constructed, but they are expensive.
Pros:
  • Stylish and scratch-resistant exterior
  • comfortable padding
  • battery pack for extended use
  • good sound quality
  • noise cancelling works exceptionally well
Cons:
  • Tight fit may annoy some
  • must be powered to work
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Digitaltrends
17 years ago

Sony MDR-NC500D Review

Sony introduced the MDR-NC500D at CES 2008 as the world's first fully digital noise canceling headphones, setting the $400 USD price tag accordingly. The all-digital design allows more flexibility in performance compared with analog models; you can dial in the appropriate level of noise cancellation...
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eHam.net
17 years ago

Oustanding for ham radio

I travel extensively and purchased these to use while on planes. The previous noise cancelling headphones that I had, Sony NC60 were terrible for ham radio use. The NC500C is simply amazing to use for ham radio.
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epinions.com
17 years ago

BETTER HEADPHONES

these headphones are good and loud if your one of those people who loves loud music then i recommend
Pros:
  • -brand
  • good sound quality
  • stylish
Cons:
  • -too expensive -dont cancel much noise -too big
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Bestbuy
17 years ago

No difference between on and off

I received these as a gift for Christmas. Put the battery in and they don't sound any different between on and off. Actually there is slightly more noise when they are powered on. Went outside where there was more ambient noise and there was no difference between on and off.
Pros:
  • Nothing
Cons:
  • It doesn't seem to do anything
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review.fwd.channel5.com
17 years ago

These industry-first digital noise canceling headphones from Sony promise to cut surrounding noise by up to 99%. They use nifty artificial intelligence to determine the best noise profile for your surroundings to deliver quality sound with almost no background noise.
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HeadphoneInfo.com
17 years ago

Sony MDR-NC500D Headphones

The Sony MDR -NC500D headphones are a set of noise-cancelling over-ears. With the noise-cancelling feature and premium price ($400), it certainly appears the NC500Ds are Sony's answer to Bose's QuietComfort series. Even the carrying case looks identical to the one Bose offers.
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Dooyoo
17 years ago

Sony MDR NC500D: Brilliant headphones, just not worth the price

I'd wait a bit, they can't be this expensive forever,
Pros:
  • Great quality sound
  • stunning noise cancellation
  • good design
Cons:
  • Far too pricey
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TechRadar UK
16 years ago

Sony MDR-NC500D review

The Sony MDR-NC500Ds aren't as mobile or as unobtrusive as more compact designs, but they're not unduly heavy and many people will find them more comfortable than in-ear products. Intelligent circuitry selects the mode most effective for the environment you're in.
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J&R
16 years ago

Excellent Noise Blocking and Great Sound

The Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Cancelling Headphones and one of the best set of noise cancelling headphone I have experienced. They block out slightly less background noise compared to the latest Bose models, but the sound quality and bass response are much better.
Pros:
  • Comfortable
  • Good Bass
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