Typical price: £200
What is it: High-end sound-isolating earphones
What we think: Overall a powerful performer, but some people may question its high-frequency abilities
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 23 May 2008
Tags: Sony, Sony MDR-EX700, sound-isolating earphones, noise, metal
We like:
Overall sound quality; powerful sound; comfortable
We don't like:
Price; high-end has issues
Also known as:
MDR-EX700LP; MDREX700LP.AE
You might also need:
6.3mm adaptor
CNET UK judgement:
A solid pair of earphones with a powerful, full sound. Bass and mids are well balanced, but the lack of clarity in the high-end may be an issue to some people
Full review:
A new contender in the high-end earphone market has entered the ring: Sony's MDR-EX700 sound-isolating earphones (also known as the MDR-EX700LP). These slick black beasts have waltzed up the earphone warpath, shaking their £200 fists at Shure, Ultimate Ears, Etymotic and Denon, and they're on sale now. Continue Reading...
Sony MDR-EX700 History
14 May 2008 in Crave
Sony MDR-EX700LP sound-isolating earphones: We're moist
Sony's new MDR-EX700LP sound-isolating earphones cost £200 but are set to take on Shure's highest-end 'phones, and we think they stand a chance. Want to know why?
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