Sony MDR-XB950AP Premium Xtra Bass Overhead Headphones - Black

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I have a new Sennheiser Urbanite on-ear here that is roughly the same price, it doesn’t compare on the top end to the Sony’s clarity, nor does it compare to how well the top end is portrayed in a physical sense. The weightiness of the treble is stellar for the price, firm and solid, yet not at all sibilant or harsh. There are about multiple other users who asked for details on this that I’ve responded to already in this comment section. I’ve already explained it a few times. This very comment string mentioned a BT transmitter used in an external fashion that makes it possible. Hi adam! Sadly no, right now the Bluetooth and the Microphone functions are not compatible with anything but Bluetooth enabled portable devices. NC is overrated. The Sony’s have incredible isolation. I have beats and Harman Kardon’s with Noise Control and don’t notice much difference.

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I’ve not much experience with the BT version of the 1R, so I don’t feel okay recommending. But, the 1R and the 950BT sound nothing alike. The 1R series is thinner, more spacious, lean on the bass. The 950BT is more solid and firm, less spacious but very serious on the low end. I don’t think the 1R would be as well rounded nor as fun as the 950BT, but that is on paper and not based on my experience with the 1R. I wouldn’t shell out the extra cash for the 1R, no. Considering the fun factor the 950BT has, that would seal the deal for me. I didn’t find the normal 1R to be fun, so I would expect the 1RBT to also not be fun. Tough call there, Alex. Depends on what you are looking for. If you want something wireless and very bassy, something portable and small, then the Sony is the way to go. If you want something larger and a bit less bass heavy, the M50x is probably the better option. I can consider both well within the realm of similar quality. Both headphones seem equal in terms of durability. They’re both made from plastic and have metal yolks with ridges that help you get an accurate fit. They also come with flat cables, which should minimize tangles. Finally, both headphones come with a mic and remote. Neither headphones fold, but they both swivel flat. Prefer wireless? If you like what the MDR-XB950AP headphones have to offer but would really like the freedom of wireless connectivity then you’ve got to take a look at the Sony MDR-XB950BT wireless headphones. They have the addition of an on/off bass boost button! Recommended accessoriesThank you for the review. I’m loving these headphones as well. I’m trying to connect to my Xbox one console which says only CTIA standard is allowed. Any thought on how to get this to work with my console? Absolutely. I think it would be very fun to use for you if that is your primary genre for listening. Sorry to hear that. I’ve abused mine horrendously ever since this review. Tossed into bags without a case, lobbed through airports, tossed on couches and beds and such. Mine are still in good shape. :[

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But you are right. Although the Saturn and Saturn Pro are transmitter AND receiver, they are not both at same time. People must select the mode. Transmitting OR receiving.

Sony doesn’t offer any replacement pads for this model. You’d have to get creative and hope to find something else from another model that fits it. Also, I think it was better than the WS99 in every way, but is more comparable to the M100 in some ways. I think midrange clarity is pretty similar, but the treble and bass quality are superior on the sony. As mentioned previously, Sony utilise their unique Beat Response Control technology to provide a tight, deep bass response, making it perfect for low-end focused music styles. Cleverly designed air vents maximise airflow within the low frequency range. This in turn optimises the efficiency of the diaphragm to enable more accurate reproduction of bass rhythms. The metal headband and ear cup fascias certainly give the MDR-XB950AP a premium look and feel. They have a substantial, somewhat bulky aesthetic which I know will appeal to a lot of people. The branding is subtle and the red trim detailing is a nice complimentary touch. Audio Performance

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Hi Michael, does the microphone only work with the bluetooth? can i use the microphone using 3.5mm cable? Yep. It is a good idea to make sure the 950BT is at least somewhat close to the BT source transmitter while pairing. They actually make another much more expensive model, the Freq 9, surround sound, noise cancelling. No idea how good they sound for music. But for that money I would rather buy the Plantronics. Once people use Bluetooth headphones they do not want anymore cables.

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If you’re still reading this I might as well also tell you I love these cans without the bass boost. The boost isn’t bad, it just creates an earthquake. Drowns higher ranges too. However, with the above mentioned tweak, I actually found it better. Still an earthquake, but I may use the boost sometimes now. It is possible something physical rattled loose. It is fairly easy to remove the pads and unscrew the driver plat to see if anything is loose in there. Hi i am an extreme bass lover and got the xb950’s but i dont think IT is “insane”Even not in bass boosted mode . can IT be something Wrong with mine? Battery: Rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that can be recharged in four hours; holds a charge time of up to 20 hours It says anyway “Low Audio Coding Delay – Minimizes latency and ‘lip-sync’ issues – very important for gaming and HD video”