Sony MDR NC7 headphones (black)
Manufacturer: Sony Part number: MDR-NC7/BLK
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- The Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones are an OK option for travel fiends operating on a strict budget.
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CNET editors' review
Sony MDR NC7 headphones (black) price range: $30.61 - $49.99
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 12/05/2008
- Released on: 11/18/2008
The good: The Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones are very affordable and the earpads are soft. Package includes an airline adapter and a travel pouch, and the headphones are nice-looking.
The bad: The headband of the Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones tends to chafe, and bass is lacking. Noise canceling isn't the most effective we've heard.
The bottom line: The Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones are an OK option for travel fiends operating on a strict budget.
Noise canceling headphones can cost a pretty penny, which is why we always perk up when a company brings a budget-friendly option into the fray. Such is the case with the Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones, a $40 pair with stylish looks and handy features. These cans are neither the most comfortable nor the best at antinoise creation, but sound quality is passable and the design is compact. Frequent fliers with an aversion to earbuds and limited funds may want to consider them.
The design of the MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones is a bit of a mixed bag. On the one hand, they're fairly stylish. You can choose from either white or black, both of which feature understated silver accenting. Also, the earpad style offers a nice alternative to earbuds while still allowing the 'phones to be folded down compactly for storage and transport (Sony includes a soft black pouch for such occasions). We also appreciate the inclusion of a dual-pronged airline adapter for the rare instance that you find yourself on an older plane sporting those ports.
On the other hand, comfort is an issue when it comes to the MDR-NC7 headphones. The main issue is that the headband is hard plastic and has no padding, so we found that it tended to chafe the top of our heads after about 15 minutes of wear. Also, the headphones are just a touch tight, and this combined with the on-ear style can put uncomfortable pressure on the cartilage of the ear during extended wear. Finally, the headband doesn't seem particularly durable, always a concern with budget models.
During audio testing, we were fairly underwhelmed by the performance. Namely, bass is deficient, and the noise hushing capability isn't the greatest. It did an OK job canceling some of the low-end hum coming from a nearby server, but we've heard better. Sound quality on the whole isn't fantastic, nor is it terrible; it's certainly passable for the price range. Audio sounds clear, and highs are present with a reasonable amount of detail. If you're working on a super strict budget and must have some noise canceling, the MDR-NC7 will do the trick.
User reviews
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Less than exciting sound quality
by mld71 on February 6, 2009
Pros: They are stylish and comfortable on the ears.
Cons: The sound quality isn't so great and the plastic headband is annoying and slides around on my head.
Summary: I'm a train commuter and was looking for a relatively inexpensive headphone to hook into my iPod during my commute. The local Radioshack has a fairly limited selection of ...
Summary: I'm a train commuter and was looking for a relatively inexpensive headphone to hook into my iPod during my commute. The local Radioshack has a fairly limited selection of headphones, but these looked like they might do the trick. I tried them out at a coffee shop and was immediately sorry I bought them. I was hoping for richer sound than what they provided. In fact, my Skull Candy earbuds sound better. So, with much sadness, I'll be returning them to the store.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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OK headphones, but why bother?
by ctstuart on November 23, 2009
Pros: Nice design, OK sound quality, compact
Cons: Noise cancellation barely noticeable, on-ear design uncomfortable
Summary: My experience was that the majority of "noise reduction" comes merely from wearing the 'phones, and actually switching them on does very little. You'd be better off just getting ...
Summary: My experience was that the majority of "noise reduction" comes merely from wearing the 'phones, and actually switching them on does very little. You'd be better off just getting some regular headphones for the same price, which will probably have better sound quality.
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what's with all the bad reviews? this is good
by juiebee on November 2, 2009
Pros: fantastic price for what u get. noise cancelling feature works well eliminating approximately 50 - 60 percent of ambient noise. the sound is clear but does not compare to my sennheiser hd 202's which are cheaper but not noise cancelling.
Cons: almost no bass when noise cancellig is off but some with noise cancelling turned on however there is no thumping effect that u would hear with bassier headphones.
Summary: Brilliant for the price. noise cancelling works well. sound is clear. however bass is lacking so not great for so not great for diehard trance and techno fans however works ...
Summary: Brilliant for the price. noise cancelling works well. sound is clear. however bass is lacking so not great for so not great for diehard trance and techno fans however works well with dance, all sorts of rock and classical music. bass is good on certain techno songs as the bass does come through because of the musics bass but if you want the best sound from ur techno and trance get bassier headphones which you obviously need to pay more for if u still want noise cancelling.
overall, brilliant buy particularly at this price range. -
You get what you pay for
by hansbep on October 21, 2009
Pros: Price was tempting.. I thought I give it a try...
Cons: Noise cancelling not very effective.
Not very comfortable on the ears; I generally don't like on-ear headphones because they put too much pressure on the ears. Starts to get uncomfortable after 10 minutes.Summary: For the money it cost not a bad buy but in the near future I will buy "the real thing" (= for me the Bose Quiet Comfort II or the Sony ...
Summary: For the money it cost not a bad buy but in the near future I will buy "the real thing" (= for me the Bose Quiet Comfort II or the Sony NC500D)
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Uncomfortable and underwhelming.
Pros: Very stylish, compact, not too expensive.
Cons: Uncomfortable, unimpressive sound quality, poor noise canceling.
Summary: Being more of an in-ear headphone person, I decided to try out some bar headphones. Since I am used to noise cancellation, I looked at the selection of noise-canceling bar ...
Summary: Being more of an in-ear headphone person, I decided to try out some bar headphones. Since I am used to noise cancellation, I looked at the selection of noise-canceling bar headphones at my local Best Buy. At $50, these were the cheapest. I was instantly displeased when I started using them. There is no bass, they're tight and uncomfortable, and the noise canceling was poor.
My biggest concern, though, was the discomfort. There is no padding on the bar and they are too tight, and after only minutes of use I had a headache and couldn't use them anymore.
I wouldn't recommend these headphones to anyone, unless they were dead-set on having noise-canceling bar headphones and were on a strict budget. -
I LOVE BOSE THE BEST BUT THIS WAS OK
by GALLERY84 on December 24, 2008
Pros: GOOD SOLID SOUND , STRONG CORD SO IT WONT BREAK , AND COMFROTABLE
Cons: NOT AS SOLID SOUNDING AS BOSE ,NOT AS WELL MADE AS BOSE NOT AS COMFROTABLE AS BOSE BUT STILL A GOOD UNIT
Summary: IF YOU CAN FIND A BOSE FOR SAME PRICE GO WITH IT BUT THIS WOULD BE A GOOD SECOND CHOICE
Summary: IF YOU CAN FIND A BOSE FOR SAME PRICE GO WITH IT BUT THIS WOULD BE A GOOD SECOND CHOICE
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Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sony
- Part number: MDR-NC7/BLK
- Description: Enhance your listening experience and reduce unwanted ambient noise with the MDR-NC7 noise canceling headphones. Featuring a convenient, foldable and swivel design, these headphones are perfect for travel or the daily commute. There's even a convenient, dual-use capability that gives you the option to listen to your music with or without the noise cancelation feature.
General
- Recommended Use The noise canceling feature keeps out ambient sounds on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these ear-cup headphones ideal for commuting and air travel.
- Product Type Headphones
- Weight 4.7 oz
- Color Black
- Additional Features Foldable, L-shaped plug, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor Ear-cup
- Headphones Technology Dynamic
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Active Noise Canceling Yes
- Response Bandwidth 30 - 20000 Hz
- Sensitivity 102 dB/mW
- Impedance 40 Ohm
- Diaphragm 1.5 in
- Magnet Material Neodymium
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x Headphones cable - 5 ft
- Included Accessories Carrying pouch, In-flight plug adapter
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery 1 x Headphone battery - AAA type - Manganese
Product series
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Sony MDR NC7 headphones (black)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 4.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, L-shaped plug, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch
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Sony MDR NC7 headphones (white)
Manufacturer: Sony
Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, White, 4.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, L-shaped plug, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch
Manufacturer info
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