Sony has new headphones, MDR-1R - Page 46

Does the Bluetooth version have the built in mic for use with the iPhone or is that only with the wired version?

 

Needed the money for Christmas shopping soon.  I might buy them again!  Until then, my EX1000 will keep me happy.

 

I believe all 3 versions come with a built-in mic.  The mic is on the cord with the in-line apple playback controls. You can swap the cord out for a normal 3.5mm cord (also included).

I am surprised if the BT unit doesn't have a mic on the cup somehow so when in unwired BT mode the customer can still use the headphone for phone calls.

 

The Sony MDR-1RBT does have a mic on the headphone itself. In fact, its audio cord does not have a microphone or controls on it. The controls are on the right earcup, and you can see (in the photo below) the microphone at the bottom of the left earcup (click on the photo to see the full-size version).

 

 

So, is there any reason to get the MDR-1R over the XBA-3/4? From what I'm reading, these aren't quite on par with Sony's IEMs.

Just picked up a pair at the Sony store. Really liking the sound, and compared to the XBxxx cans they had there, it did not "wow" me at first. After listening at home with an RSA SR71 amp though I have to say these are really nice. The store model had a creak in the right cup, but mine do not. These are not the typical flashy Sony sound, as the midrange is forward and the "sparkling highs" and thumping bass are not apparent, which is a brave move as first impressions compared with the rest of Sony's line at the store made these sound a little Plain Jane. However listening to some Beastie Boys the bass was there but not bleeding all over the mids. Comfort is excellent and isolation is good, and these are for my work rig with is a Fiio E17 connect via USB to my PC. Mine came with a "limited edition" non-microphone cable as well as the in-line mic cable. I have not had much time with them yet, but I am very impressed with the imaging of instruments and vocals so far.

Edited by redshifter - 11/3/12 at 3:51pm

Let me repeat the question, please: How is isolation on MDR-R1?

The Sony store was loud as they were playing Avengers and Batman on two screens side by side. This isolation was about as good as the MDR V6. Assuming you are asking about the MDR 1R.

I went into the Sony Store and they said they would have MDR-1R's available in the store closer to Christmas like in December.

You should have called first like I did.

I had to go to the mall where its at there so I stopped by. The MDR-V6's were very impressive though. I got a nice sweater

Thanks Jude I figured that would be the case in regards to the BT model and a microphone.

lubczyk, I own the XBA3 and while it has similarities to the 1R I appreciate the 1R more. The 1R has a larger sound stage and better instrument seperation and positioning. The bass of the XBA3 is harder hitting though and I think the treble is a bit sharper. So if prefer a more pronounced V shape signature you may prefer the XBA3 over the 1R. As for the XBA4 I suspect they will be a completely different animal as they are supposed to be a lot more bass oriented. Personally I like the combination of XBA3 and 1R as it allows me a change up in sound when I want it or more isolation when I need it. But the 1R is getting most of the attention.

There was a tease some 20 or so pages ago about a Mad Dog vs MDR-1r comparison, anyone able to compare these two?  Would be much appreciated!