Product Comparison: Sony MDR-1AM2 vs Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7GM


General Specifications
Brand
Sony
Audio-Technica
Model
MDR-1AM2
ATH-MSR7GM
Origin
China
Japan
About the Product
The precision sound and full-spectrum clarity of the MDR-1AM2 headphones capture the hearts of music lovers everywhere. And with a lightweight design and soft cushioned earpads, you can listen for hours in total comfort.
The ATH-MSR7 monitoring headphones not only offer a professional design, but also allow you to enjoy high-resolution audio and are compatible with the latest music players and smartphones.
Size & Weight
Height
10.2 in.
10 in.
Width
9.2 in.
9 in.
Depth
4.4 in.
4 in.
Weight
6.6 oz.
10.23 oz.
What customers say about "Size & Weight"
Sony MDR-1AM2 Hi-Res Headphones with Heavyweight Bass and Beat Response Control - Black
  • Sound amazing, super light weight, so comfortable when they are on i don't even realize they are there, when i take them off, i feel incomplete.
  • Comfortable, lightweight and the best sound I've heard at this price. Just get them.
  • Good sounds quality. Perfect light weight. A little bit pressing my ear but it's fine, I guess because I have a big head.
  • Excellent product. Made from quality materials, these are incredibly light in weight.
  • They are also extremely light and fragile. They are made of plastic, which is a shame considering the price. It feels cheap.
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7GM Headphones
  • Best headphones I've ever used; they don't fatigue my head with pressure over many hours of use, and they are light for their size.
  • They are lightweight and comfortable. These are wired headphones, and they sound great and are very well made. Great materials.
  • Large adjustment range to suit different sized heads. Good durability and flexibility.
  • The weight is perfect and the size is nice. I have large ears and these ear cuffs, even small, don't put pressure on them.
  • Comfort, weight, and build quality are very good, with decent passive sound isolation when active external sound abatement isn't necessary.
Features
Type
Wired
Wired
Sensitivity
98 dB
100 dB
Min. Frequency Range
3 Hz
5 Hz
Max. Frequency Range
100 kHz
40 kHz
Impedance
16 Ω
35 Ω
Driver Diameter
1.57 in.
1.77 in.
In-Line Remote
Yes
Yes
Microphone
Yes
Yes
Extras
Pressure-relieving earpads, Carrying pouch, Swivel design, Aluminum-coated LCP diaphragm, Silver-coated OFC cable
Multi-layer Air Damping Technology, Memory foam earpads / headband, Carrying case, Swivel design, Detachable cable
What customers say about "Features"
Sony MDR-1AM2 Hi-Res Headphones with Heavyweight Bass and Beat Response Control - Black
  • Cable length is perfect, went running the other day and had no issues with them moving or falling off.
  • They've got a large frequency range, and you can certainly tell; even via my iPhone, both low and high frequencies are clear as a bell, and there's a clarity.
  • The microphone works well, but catches on your clothes so I hold it by my face.
  • The sound that these things produce is clear and defined. I find that these have more of a natural sound.
  • My one gripe is the in-line cable, which doesn`t work with my mp3 player but is otherwise fine with my music centre and CD player.
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7GM Headphones
  • Build quality is exceptional, comes supplied with a soft bag and 3 detachable cables!
  • They strike a perfect balance of bass/mid/treble frequencies and the detail retrieval is eerie.
  • They really do sound good - good bass, good mid-range, and good highs - so no complaint - they are quite neutral.
  • Bass is smooth, mid range and top end balanced beautifully. They are snug on on your head but not uncomfortable at all for long term wear.
  • After a couple days of light use the faux leather is already peeling and flaking off.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
199.99 $
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