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Brand | Sony |
Color | Black |
Ear Placement | Over Ear |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Noise Control | Sound Isolation |
About this item
- Neodymium magnets and 40 millimeter drivers for powerful, detailed sound.Specific uses for product : Professional audio system,Home audio system
- Closed ear design provides comfort and outstanding reduction of external noises
- 9.8 foot cord ends in gold plated plug and it is not detachable; 1/4 inch adapter included
- Folds up for storage or travel in provided soft case
- Frequency Response: 10 Hertz to 20 kilohertz
- These large diaphragm, foldable headphones feature a rugged construction, a secure, highly effective closed ear design
- Connectivity technology : Wired
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Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
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Model Name | Sony MDR |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Wireless Communication Technology | Wired |
Special Feature | foldable |
Included Components | Headphones, Cable, Unimatch Plug, Protective Case |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Material | Gold, Neodymium, Copper |
Specific Uses For Product | Professional audio system, Home audio system |
Compatible Devices | Laptops, Desktops, Tablets, Music Production Equipment |
Control Type | Noise Control |
Cable Feature | Detachable |
Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Style | Headphones |
Number of Items | 1 |
Carrying Case Weight | 9.6 Ounces |
Earpiece Shape | Angular or Rounded |
Is Autographed | No |
UPC | 002724243671 411378011176 027242682252 633816166259 874171002176 700613725856 033171307357 639476320413 617689591448 672773758497 027242436718 750408404213 750408401878 043396324794 020120100343 700621475538 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242682252, 04905524487732 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Item Weight | 8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 1 x 1 x 1 inches |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B000AJIF4E |
Item model number | MDR7506 |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #763 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #44 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
Color Name | Black |
Material Type | Gold, Neodymium, Copper |
Size | 7" x 7" x 1" |
Color Screen | No |
Standing screen display size | 2.4 Inches |
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Sony MDR7506 Professional Stereo Headphones are ideal for sound monitoring in recording studios, radio, film production, video, electronic news gathering - and virtually any application where high quality sound is required. The closed-ear design MDR-7506 is outrageously popular in pro and home recording studios. It features a rugged design, convenient folding construction, 40mm driver units, gold connectors and a professional-quality OFC (oxygen free copper) cord. Sony 7500 Series headphones offer a practical range of choices for everyone from the casual user to the studio pro. These include the MDR-7506 which is lauded by many professional studios and broadcasters. Features Rugged Design: Proven to be reliable in the toughest situations Folding Construction: Compactness in storage 40mm Driver Unit: For clear, high quality sound reproduction Closed-Ear Design: Comfort and reduction of external noise interference Stereo Unimatch Plug: 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch applications Gold Connectors and OFC Cord: Reliable and stable signal connection and transmission Supplied Soft Case: Protective storage AmericanMusical is an authorized dealer of Sony products.
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The Sony MDR-7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone is a large diaphragm foldable headphone designed for professional studio and live/broadcast applications. These large diaphragm, foldable headphones feature a rugged construction, a secure, highly effective closed-ear design, and a 40 millimeter driver unit for clean, clear sound reproduction.
Designed for professional studio and live/broadcast applications. Click here for a larger image 9.8 foot cord ends in a gold 3.5mm plug; 1/4-inch adapter included. Headband with generous padding for added comfort.Professional Sound
A neodymium magnet provides excellent power-handling, and 40-millimeter drivers deliver high-quality sound, with a wide frequency response of 10 Hz - 20 kHz.
Enjoy crystal-clear highs, present mids, and an extended low-end, for accurate monitoring.
Comfort and Isolation
The MDR-7506s feature a closed-ear design, which provides both comfort and outstanding reduction of external noises. Comfort is only enhanced by the generous headband padding.
A 9.8-foot coiled cord provides more than enough slack for working in a studio without removing the phones, whether you're the performer, the engineer, or both.
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The included Stereo UniMatch plug allows use in both 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch applications, and a soft case for protective storage is included with the headphones--fold them up and stow them a way safely.
MDR-7506 Specs
Headphone Type: Dynamic, closed Magnet Type: Neodymium Driver Size: 40.0 mm Frequency Response: 10Hz - 20 kHz Impedance: 63 Ohms Sensitivity (db): 106dB/mW Power Handling Capacity: 1000mW Plug Type: Gold, Stereo Unimatch plug 1/4" and 1/8" Cord Length: 9.8 feet Weight: 8.1 oz.What's in the Box
Sony MDR-7506 Headphones, 1/4-Inch Adapter, Soft Case
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Sony MDR7506 Professional Stereo Headphones are ideal for sound monitoring in recording studios, radio, film production, video, electronic news gathering - and virtually any application where high quality sound is required. The closed-ear design MDR-7506 is outrageously popular in pro and home recording studios. It features a rugged design, convenient folding construction, 40mm driver units, gold connectors and a professional-quality OFC (oxygen free copper) cord. Sony 7500 Series headphones offer a practical range of choices for everyone from the casual user to the studio pro. These include the MDR-7506 which is lauded by many professional studios and broadcasters. Features Rugged Design: Proven to be reliable in the toughest situations Folding Construction: Compactness in storage 40mm Driver Unit: For clear, high quality sound reproduction Closed-Ear Design: Comfort and reduction of external noise interference Stereo Unimatch Plug: 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch applications Gold Connectors and OFC Cord: Reliable and stable signal connection and transmission Supplied Soft Case: Protective storage AmericanMusical is an authorized dealer of Sony products.
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Sound quality | 4.7 | 4.7 | 5.0 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.0 |
Noise cancellation | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 3.7 | 3.8 |
Bass quality | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.5 | — | — |
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connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | On Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | — | 3.5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack | 3 5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack | 3.5mm Jack |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 6.35 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable, Detachable | Retractable |
control type | Noise Control | Media Control | — | — | — | Media Control |
material | Copper, Gold, Neodymium | copper | — | — | Wired | — |
model name | Sony MDR | MDR7506 | MDR7506 | MDR7506 | SRH440A | Over Ear HT161K Headphones |
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They mention that it's exceptional, provides an accurate representation of the sound of your recording, and creates a clear realistic auditory experience. Some models can play loud without distortion and produce very warm sounding vocals. They also say the headphones can cancel background noise.
"...the first "quality" headphones that I have owned, and the level of detail in the sound, lack of distortion, and overall quality is simply superb...." Read more
"...NICE to listen to equipment that has an extended, and yet not boomy or exaggerated bass. These headphones are really, really great for the price...." Read more
"...It's amazing how accurately they can playback the sound I record with my video camera, and it's no surprise that you see these on the heads of..." Read more
"...It has very warm sounding vocals, a balanced sound (with very slight favor to lower mid range & upper bass), and comfortable (loose) fit on my ears/..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They say it's a high quality product, well built, and durable. Some say that the headphones are remarkable and professional grade. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and performance of these headphones.
"...the level of detail in the sound, lack of distortion, and overall quality is simply superb. I am completely satisfied...." Read more
"...before I get into it too far I just want to say that both models are excellent headphones; and it's amazing that either set can be had for less..." Read more
"...One, Amplifiers are extremely useful, two, DACs are extremely useful for headphones...." Read more
"...…while keeping the main melody/vocals volume and tone quality still cutting through with warmth...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say they are very comfortable, easy to wear, and soft. Some mention that the fitment is light and rests securely above their ear.
"...the sound quality from these headphones (both models), and with the comfort...." Read more
"...And they are very comfortable and have a good amount of isolation...." Read more
"...The phones are very light, the comfort is excellent, the clamping pressure is pretty light, and the sound isolation is really good too...." Read more
"...Comfortable? I wore these for almost 9 hours straight during a blitz on a project, didn't even know they were still on my head when I finished...." Read more
Customers find the headphones great for the price, affordable for professional audio work, and well worth it. They also say the quality of the sound is satisfying. Some find the price has remained remarkably stable over the decades.
"...in the $100 and below price category, which seems like a reasonable price to pay for high quality sound...." Read more
"...These headphones are really, really great for the price. And they are very comfortable and have a good amount of isolation...." Read more
"...Of the headphones I own, these are the most satisfying as far as sound is concerned...." Read more
"...Not surprisingly, I ended up purchasing the 7506. They were cheaper and I liked them better all-around...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the headphones. For example, they mention that they work great for noise blocking, they do well in the mid-range, and they consistently deliver superior performance. Some say that the headphones are very useful and work well for live audio mixing.
"...Mid-range - Both headphones did well in the mid-range, but I thought the 7506 was overall more clear...." Read more
"...All I'm saying is they also work great for day-to-day usage, gaming, work, and everything in between. An easy 5 stars from me. Cheers." Read more
"...These are very good at meeting the needs for thousands of music producers and radio and studio people...." Read more
"...It doesn't work...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the headphones. They mention that the mids and highs are crystal clear, the bass is punchy, and the treble is detailed. Some say that the speech is much clearer than other gaming headphones. Overall, most are happy with the quality and performance of these headphones.
"...These are wonderfully, brilliantly, clearly, and precisely musical, faithful, and enjoyable...." Read more
"...They are also very revealing. While you will hear lots of details in your music, you will also hear all of the flaws...." Read more
"...These headphones give more clarity than any other headphone I have used, and I've used a lot of headphones in the past...." Read more
"...Very clean and articulate at the “attacks” of instrument/vocal notes (not much sustain with these headphones) throughout all of the registers...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they fit like a glove, while others say that they are pretty tight.
"...with the Sony headphones, I do like the fact that it is possible to fit different ear pads if desired in order to provide more comfort, as well as..." Read more
"...opted for the 380 Pros as my first pair...the ear cups are massive, very large and deep, and make no contact with your ears, but the headphones are..." Read more
"...I do wish they locked in a little tighter when you opened them as they often seem to want to close back up while trying to put them on...." Read more
"...It could be just my tastes in sound, but the 7506 had very tight, detailed bass...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the portability of the headphones. Some find them very lightweight and easy to wear, while others say they're too heavy to wear for long periods.
"...The phones are very light, the comfort is excellent, the clamping pressure is pretty light, and the sound isolation is really good too...." Read more
"...large and deep, and make no contact with your ears, but the headphones are heavier and grip tighter, so instead of any ear fatigue you feel a fair..." Read more
"Spiral cord is too heavy. Very difficult to maneuver the coord...." Read more
"...The 7506 were light and much more comfortable. Complete win for the 7506. The pair I tried had the Velour ear pads, which may have helped with this...." Read more
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These are both headphones in the $100 and below price category, which seems like a reasonable price to pay for high quality sound. I do not like to listen to music using earbuds, I prefer this style of "over-the-ear" headphone. although it does take some getting used to. I also have very inexpensive Koss KSC75 Portable Stereophone Headphones for occasions when I don't want to use my more expensive Sony's.
I am very satisfied with the sound quality from these headphones (both models), and with the comfort. They are the first "quality" headphones that I have owned, and the level of detail in the sound, lack of distortion, and overall quality is simply superb. I am completely satisfied.
Now, regarding both similarities and differences between the Sony MDR-7506 and Sony MDR-V6, here is what I have found:
- externally, they are almost identical in construction and appearance. The V6 has red stickers on each headphone "for Digital", and the 7506 has blue stickers "Professional". The phono jack for the V6 is silver metal (all metal), for the 7506 is gold (rubber and gold). Those are the only visible differences I am able to detect.
- when I listen to the two headphones back to back, at the same volume level and with the same music, I can detect a slightly clearer treble and midrange from the 7506, and very slightly clearer sound. This is consistent with several of the other reviewers on Amazon for the 7506, who say they can detect a slightly better sound separation and more open sound for the 7506, with the V6's sounding a bit warmer. One reviewer also says that the internal grounding for the two headphones is different - the 7506 uses a separate internal ground for the left and right channels, where the V6 uses a single ground for both channels. (It seems to me that both grounds are going to the same place anyway, but if this is true - and I am not able to confirm whether or not it is - then maybe this contributes to a slightly different sound).
- some reviewers state that the internal speaker drivers are different for the two headphones. However when I went to Sony's website to check the specifications for the two models, that is not what I found. And here is what the Wikipedia page states for these headphones: "both models share the same part number for their driver, but the magnet therein is known to vary. The MDR-7506 was introduced with a samarium-cobalt magnet, as is currently used in the MDR-V6. However, at some point, the MDR-7506 switched to the slightly more powerful neodymium magnet. These changes were made without changing the driver part number."
- The box for the 7506 states "neodimium magnet". The operating instructions included with the V6 state "samarium cobalt magnet". Possibly either or both of these are out of date (as Wiki states, they may make spec changes over time) - the 7506 box is copyright 1994, and the V6 copyright is 1996.
- The 7506 box includes an exploded view and parts list, which is very nice to have. The V6 box does not.
- Both headphones include a soft case for storing/carrying the headphones, and both include an adaptor plug so that the headphone can be used with either a stereo mini-plug or a normal size plug.
UPDATE 7/22/13 and 7/30/13: The Sony MDR-V6 and MDR-7506 headphones have just recently been reviewed by CNET, with similar comments to my own regarding the small differences in sound quality. Both headphones receive a very high recommendation from CNET. See the MDR-7506 review at [...] and the MDR-V6 review at [...]
According to the specifications on Sony's website (which should be up-to-date), the only difference between the two headphones is frequency response:
- MDR-7506:
- Neodymium magnet, 40.0 mm driver, 10-20kHz frequency response, 63 Ohm impedance, 106 dB/W/m sensitivity
- MDR-V6:
- Neodymium magnet, 40.0 mm driver, 5-30kHz frequency response, 63 Ohm impedance, 106 dB/W/m sensitivity
I am not able to explain how Sony is claiming different frequency response for the two headphones if all of the other specs are identical, but this is what they are saying. And I do believe that the two headphones have slightly different sound.
Although there is a slight difference between the 7506 and V6, the sound from both headphones is very neutral. The "professional" choice between the two seems to be the 7506, and it is the more expensive model. If you read other reviews you will find that the 7506's are commonly used by studio engineers, because they are designed to reproduce the sound just as it is, without adding emphasis to the bass as some other headphones are designed to do. At this point, for me they are both excellent, and for thirty bucks less I'd go with the V6 if I could have only one of the two.
I've been using these headphones with the Audioengine D1 24-bit digital-to-audio converter , and I am extremely pleased with the quality of the sound.
As a final comment, some owners of these headphones comment that the ear pads wear out over time, and some owners also prefer different ear pads for better comfort. I also purchased a pair of Beyerdynamic EDT 250 Velour Padded Earcushions for this reason, and although I have not yet given them a try to compare them with the ear pads that come with the Sony headphones, I do like the fact that it is possible to fit different ear pads if desired in order to provide more comfort, as well as replace them when they have become worn (some owners use these headphones for many years).
I notice that there are a very large number of reviewers for these headphones, many of them long-time owners who feel very strongly that these Sony headphones are the best. I'm just beginning to use them, but I have high hopes that they will be durable over time and that I will continue to be as satisfied with them as I am today.
My search revealed three main contenders in my price range: these headphones (the Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone , which are sonically identical to their predecessor, the Sony MDR-V6 Monitor Series Headphones with CCAW Voice Coil ), the Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Professional Studio Monitor Headphones with Coiled Cable , and the Sennheiser HD-280 PRO Headphones .
I learned pretty quickly that the 7506's are considered to be an industry standard, but also that some consider them to be somewhat unmusical, or "too analytical" or something along those lines. Fine for cold hard calculating sound engineering stuff, but not great for LISTENING to (and enjoying) music. So, this put me off the 7506's.
As for the HD-280 Pro's, there were a number of reviews where the plastic of the headband cracked after just a few months and eventually broke, which concerned me, and many reviewers found them to be uncomfortable. Of course, there are a LOT of reviews and these were still strong contenders. However, I got a chance to listen to these locally, and didn't really like my first impression of them--although I would definitely require some extended listening (and break-in) before making any judgement of them.
Moreover, it seemed that the Audio Technica ATH-M50's were by far the best reviewed headphones of the three, and were considered to be very musical. In fact, according to HeadRoom, they are one of the top 10 headphones under $500. Very impressive! So, I decided on the M50's and ordered them from Amazon.
Unfortunately, I was definitely NOT impressed! You can read my review for more details, but the short version of it is this: the M50's are not linear, have a hump in the bass at 100 Hz and another below that; have recessed mids; and sound muddy and dark to my ears. I didn't like them at all, not for music appreciation, and certainly not for use as a "studio monitor", which they clearly are not.
So, I returned the M50's and decided to try the industry standard, hoping that I wouldn't find them to be too harsh. I was worrying they might be a little like the Yamaha NS10 studio monitors, which are infamous for not sounding great, BUT are really useful because, if you mix using them, and get the mix to sound decent on the NS10's, then the result will sound great on ANYTHING ELSE! Or so the legend goes. I've never heard NS10's. But I was hoping that the 7506's wouldn't be like that. And I was reassured by one review which specifically said that they weren't. So I decided to give them a try.
Boy am I happy that I did! I wish I had gone for these first, and I would STRONGLY urge you to be skeptical of all the claims that these headphones are too analytical or that they are unmusical or any of that. Nothing could be further from the truth. These are wonderfully, brilliantly, clearly, and precisely musical, faithful, and enjoyable. I stayed up late more than once because I kept wanting to hear how something else in my music library would sound through these headphones. I LOVE that they are "analytical"--i.e. that they are NEUTRAL and even-handed. It's SO NICE to listen to equipment that has an extended, and yet not boomy or exaggerated bass. These headphones are really, really great for the price. And they are very comfortable and have a good amount of isolation. The isolation of the 7506's is not as good as the M50's, in my experience, and about the same as the 280's, although, to be fair, I only have a very limited amount of exposure to the 280's.
In any case, there's a reason that these are an industry standard. And they are not just popular with sound engineers; they are also renowned among musicians. One of my friends even told me that there are albums where the V6 / 7506's are specifically mentioned as what the artist recommends that the record be listened to on. Or something like that. You can't go wrong with these headphones. You really can't. For any purpose. And that reminds me, I should add that while I did do a lot of listening to these using my Duet as both DAC and amp, I found that the 7506's sounded really great straight out of my iPhone 4 (and out of my Korg Triton, too, of course). The fact that these can be driven well by the iPhone definitely sets them apart and it's another huge plus for these headphones. In my experience plenty of other "easy to drive" headphones still suffer when used straight out of something like an iPhone or iPod, but not the 7506's.
Now, personally, I prefer open cans to closed (and sometimes I NEED to be able to hear my surroundings), so I do most of my listening to music on my Grado SR-225's or my Sennheiser PX-100's (the original version, not the PX-100 II 's, which are not nearly as good). But I would be pretty happy listening to the 7506's as well. And when I play my Korg, and/or compose/record, I use the 7506's exclusively and they are awesome. Highly recommended.
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- Studio-quality sound for under £100: I didn't expect headphones this affordable to sound this good. The clarity, accuracy, and detail are on par with much more expensive options.
- Comfortable enough for long listening sessions: I spend hours working and listening to music with these headphones, and they never get uncomfortable. The lightweight design and soft ear cups are a lifesaver.
- Durable build that inspires confidence: These headphones feel like they can take a beating. The sturdy construction and high-quality materials give me peace of mind knowing they'll last.
- Versatile for all genres: Whether I'm listening to classical music, electronic beats, or rock anthems, the MDR-7506s handle it all with ease. They're the perfect all-around headphones for any music lover.
If you're looking for incredible sound quality without spending a fortune, the Sony MDR-7506s are a no-brainer. They're the best bang for your buck I've ever found in the headphone world, and I can't recommend them enough.