Sony MDR-NC500D
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14 years ago
Sony boasts that its Sony MDR-NC500D headphones are the first to use digital noise-canceling technology. While a built-in digital equalizer is a step in the right direction, these headphones don't do much more than many of the other analog noise-canceling headsets we reviewed.
Pros:
- Digital technology shows the future of noise cancellation technology
Cons:
- They have no passive play option
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
15 years ago
Good Sound but no so practical
I replaced a pair of Bose with these as I wanted to try something new ... for my needs big mistake, the sound is great but if you want portability ( I am on planes a lot) then the carry case is a lot more bulky and having a charger (for me) is not as convenient as using a normal AA battery.
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
14 years ago
Eggcellent sound, flimsy headband.
I'm rating this headphones only with two eggs because of the cons I mentioned, the notorious weakness in both the headband and the clips of the carrying case, and because I can't believe they broke after 4 months, but I can't deny that the audio quality has no comparatives, the music comes to life...
Pros:
- Highest quality audio possible
- music is superb when listening with this ones
- internal amp
- noise cancelling
- rechargeable battery
- external battery compartment in case you run out of charge from the internal one
- mini jack connector and adaptor
- hard carrying case
Cons:
- The headband is really weak and flimsy
- it broke after 4 months or so under normal use
- I'm very obsessive taking care of my gadgets
- not to say taking care of a 450 dlls headphones
- and Sony said they could not be replaced because they are considered an "accessory"
- and I thought: "a 450 dlls...
13 years ago
Un gros défault
Le système anti-bruit actif est très sympatique et fonctionne réellement. Bien sûr dire que 99% des sons sont bloqués c'est un peu n'importe quoi, mais le résultat est intéressant. Ils sont très confortables et la qualité sonore est très bonne.
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.
17 years ago
Sony MDR-NC500D
These headphones use digital noise cancelling to cut surrounding noise by up to 99 per cent, and artificial intelligence to work-out 'the best noise profile for your situation'.
Pros:
- Reasonable detailing
- good depth and weight
- comfortable fit
Cons:
- Harsh sibilant treble
- pudgy bass
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
16 years ago
Sony MDR NC500D: Brilliant headphones, just not worth the price
Well, Sony have created what have been branded as the best noise- canceling headphones ever made. I jumped at the opportunity to buy them. Then my problem arose, £300. I believe that the cut- off point for an personal audio device's price is where it overtakes the price of your iPod.
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