Sony MDR-XB500 review
Prepare yourself for the monster bass of the MDR-XB500 Extra Bass
headphones. Sporting a circum-aural closed design, the ear cushions are
angled parallel and connected by a quality cloth-lined headband that
reduces pressure for a comfortable fit. From the dynamic 40mm diaphragm
driver units to the incredibly high level of sound isolation, the Extra
Bass headphones deliver the dramatic bass that moves you.
Closed, dynamic design. Experience the ultimate in comfortable listening
with the Extra Bass headphones’ over-the head, around the ear
circum-aural design. The drivers inside the ear cups are angled parallel to
your ears to not only reduce pressure, but increase comfort and deliver an
unbelievable listening experience.
Flat Y-type cord. Minimize tangles while you’re on the move with the
flat yet durable Y-type 3.9ft. (1.2m) cord. Also includes a gold-plated,
L-shaped stereo mini plug.
40mm driver units. Exclusively engineered by Sony, the extra-large 40mm
Extra Bass diaphragm driver units accurately reproduce ultra-low frequency
sounds and deliver dynamic, deep bass reproduction.
King sized ear cushion. Providing more than exceptional sound, the Extra
Bass headphones feature ultra-thick, pressure-relieving ear cushions for
supreme comfort and better acoustic performance. Each earcup measures 1.8
inches in thickness and 3.7 inches in diameter. The flat and seamless,
cloth-lined headband delivers enhanced wearing comfort.
Supplied carrying pouch. Easily carry your Extra Bass headphones wherever
you go with the included carrying pouch.
Direct vibe structure. Built with a direct vibe structure to ensure high
audio fidelity, the Extra Bass headphones feature a tightly sealed acoustic
design that allows for a high level of sound isolation which reproduces
powerful and extended bass sound.
Optimal sound quality. Sound leakage and a loss in audio quality are
minimized thanks to a sealed acoustic design. Additionally, the MDR-XB500
headphones have an exceptionally wide frequency response from 4-24,000 Hz.