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Sony MDR-NC500D

March 3rd, 2008 | by Mike Kobrin

Headphone Type
Closed, dynamic
Cord
3 (.5M stereo mini plug, 1.5M L type stereo mini plug, connecting cord with battery case)
Cord
Single-sided cord connects to left earpiece
Magnet
Neodymium
Headband
Adjustable, Foldable (Swivel)
Type of Use
Noise canceling
Design
Premium over the head, Noise canceling
Driver Unit
40mm diameter, dome type
Sensitivity
102dB/mW (on)
Frequency Response
5 - 24,000Hz
Impedance
40 ohms at 1kHz (on)
Selectivity
3 distinct noise-canceling modes for use in three accoustically different environments (Airplane, Bus, office)
Power Handling Capacity
100mW
Battery Type
DC1.5V- 2 size AA battery, DC 3.7V -built in rechargeable Lithium-ion battery
Battery Life (Approx.)
16H (with built in fully charged battery)1 28H (with fully charged built in battery and 2 fresh AA batteries)1
Cord Length (Approx.)
1.5m -L-type stereo mini plug, .5m stereo mini plug
Weight (Approx.)
6.9oz/195g (including built in battery)