Sony MDR-NC500 Consumer Headphones Reviews

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The case was way to bulky so I was just storing them in the back pack when traveling. They didn't last long - one of the arms broke after a month or so. And when I tried to get them fixed sony didn't have the part so they simply refunded my $400. Not a bad deal but I wouldn't buy them again. from Amazon.com The Panasonic RP-HC500 Noise-Canceling Headphones, at about 1/3 the price, are better than either the QC2 or these headphones. from Amazon.com I managed to borrow Sony MDR-NC500D to compare them with much cheaper Philips SHN9500 and quickly become very frustrated with the Sony. How could I have had even considered buying them? from Amazon.com I was at London Heathrow yestedray. Didn't have my noise-cancelling Bose with me. Purchased a set of MDR NC500Ds. All seemd fine the first few minutes. from Amazon.com Then try to find room for this very large carrying case in your briefcase or carry-on luggage. The noise cancellation was about the same as the Bose Quiet Comfort when it works and it does not always work. I bought the Bose Quiet Comfort in the past and compared its performance against the Sony's Digital NC500 product. Comparable sound quality I would say. from Amazon.com I contacted Sony to order a replacement power charger - I also had hoped to find a charger that was more travel friendly with prongs that folded down. The Sony response was "Unfortunately, this item is not available from Sony Parts Department or from Sony Style." from Amazon.com I have used the QC3 since the product was released. But reviews of the Sony digital headset compelled me to try them. I'm a person who loves emerging technology; no emotional attachment to Bose. from Amazon.com I have owned both generations of the Bose over-the-ear (and used the on-the-ear model as well) noise cancellation earphones and have enjoyed them over the past 6-7 years of airtravel, but the Sony digital is far superior in both noise reduction and base response to any of the Bose products. The Audio-Technica headphones are cheaper and still better than the Bose, but the Sony is the best. from Amazon.com I purchased this product in Oct 2008 with high expectations. I have owned NC Headphones before and travel about 100,000 miles a year on average. I listened to these headphones at the FA SO LA store in Tokyo. from Amazon.com Now I can sleep, watch movies or play PSP games without blasting the volume. Very light weight, in fact I forget they are on after about a minute or so. These are much better than the NC60's in that there is absolutely no rumbling sounds. I bought them through ABT for $304.00. from Amazon.com

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Groundbreaking technology, for your listening pleasure. The innovative MDR-NC500D headphones use digital technology to more accurately reduce stress-inducing noise from planes, trains and buses while providing the high-quality audio expected from Sony. For extra-long usage, a built-in Lithium-ion battery is included, as well as two AA batteries.

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Released	1 year ago
Design	Over the Head
Usage	Consumer
Max. Power Handling	100 mW
Compatibility	Personal Audio
Battery Life	16 Hours
Battery Type	2 x AA Batteries
Cable Length	4.92 ft.
Connectivity	Cable
Driver Unit Size	40 mm
Frequency Response	5 Hz - 24 kHz
Impedance	40 ohm
Included Components	Carrying Case Airplane Adapter Batteries
MPN	MDR-NC500D
Noise Canceling	With Noise Canceling
Plug Type	1.5m L-Type Stereo Mini Plug
Sensitivity	102 dB
Sound Mode	Stereo
UPC	4905524450910
Warranty	Limited
Weight	6.9 oz.

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