Sony’s debuts new noise canceling headphones, refreshes EX series earbuds
Written by admin on February 26th, 2008 in gadgets.
Posted Feb 26th 2008 3:01AM by Paul Miller
Filed under: Portable Audio
Sony’s not courting the absolute in audiophiles here, but if you’re willing step up from your current pair of drugstore crapphones, you might find something to like here. The new MDR-NC40 noise canceling headphones feature an open-air design, with the battery pack moved to the cord to keep the weight off your head. The headphones can fold into a neat little softball-sized package for packing, and will be out in March for $100. The EX series is a bit more complicated, but the top-of-the-line is quite obvious: the MDR-EX700LP has “lightweight magnesium housings” and an “exclusive multilayer diaphragm” — which we hear is a good thing — along with seven sizes of hybrid-silicone earbuds for most effective ear cramming. The pair will be out in March for $300. The MDR-EX-32LP, MDR-EX55 and MDR-EX75 earbuds go for $25, $40 and $50, respectively, with the main differences being comfort and color choices. So choose wisely, friend.
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