Sony MDR-1AM2 Hi-Res Headphones with Heavyweight Bass and Beat Response Control - Black

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The MDR-1AM2 was tuned with Sony’s new house sound, a well-tuned V-shaped pair of cans with an airy, energetic timbre.

after a pad swap (leather/hybrid/suede materials) turn into a very warm, v-shaped can, with great detail. Yes you heard me right, when you put them on your head, your body heat will soften the earpads and instantly transform them into the softest material imaginable. As for the comment as not resolving as well as the Beyer’s, I can’t say personally but I can say my issue with the 1AM2’s over time is the resolution just doesn’t compare with my other much more expensive stuff.A strong sense of soundstage results from equal parts placement and depth – and the 1AM2 handles both with aplomb. The precision sound and full-spectrum clarity of the MDR-1AM2 headphones captures the hearts of music lovers everywhere.

I can't say for sure if I've noticed a difference in sound quality with balanced, to test it properly and be sure that a difference isn't just due to slightly increased volume, is a big chore to set up and I don't care enough to bother. Their interior designs are quite simple, and although they carry different impedances, they’re both low enough to be driven from any source.While I honestly doubt anyone has the ears to take full benefit of those higher frequencies, the numbers still manage to impress me. While the balanced cable is nice to have, I see it more of a bonus than anything else as you won't really need it. These thoroughly famous Japanese manufacturers supply some of the finest products in nearly all the fields they do business in and their unexcelled talents in audio are indisputable.