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Sony MDR-MV1 Open Back Monitor Headphones

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Sony MDR-MV1
Type:full size (over-ear)
Connection:3.5 mm, 6.35 mm
Frequencies:5 – 80000 Hz
Sensitivity:100 dB
Wide frequency range, detachable cable.
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Specifications MDR-MV1
Colour
Connection and design
Featuresmonitor
Designoverhead, open
full size Over-Ear
swiveling earcups
Connection typewired
Connectionmini-Jack (3.5 mm) / adapter /
Jack (6.35 mm)
Plugstraight
Cable supplysingle-sided
Cable length2.5 m
Cable typeround
Detachable cable
Specs
Impedance24 Ohm
Frequency range5 – 80000 Hz
Sensitivity100 dB
Speaker size40 mm
Emitter typedynamic
General
Ear cushion materialvelour
Weight223 g / without cable /
Official Websiteelectronics.sony.com
Added to E-CatalogDecember 2023
E-Catalog UK editor, Headphones
Olexandr Cherkashchenko, edited 08.04.2026
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Popular questions

Verified 9 september, Olexandr Cherkashchenko

Is an amplifier needed for the Sony MDR-MV1?

A separate amplifier is usually not required. The 24-ohm impedance allows sufficient volume even from a simple source, while an amplifier mainly adds convenience when connecting via 6.35 mm.Source:SpecificationsExpert reviews

Are they compatible with a phone?

The Sony MDR-MV1 can be connected to a phone using the included 3.5 mm adapter. However, the 2.5 m cable and bulky adapter make them more suitable as home headphones than as a convenient option for outdoor use.Source:SpecificationsExpert reviews

Are they suitable for several hours at the computer?

The Sony MDR-MV1 are designed for long home listening sessions: they weigh 223 g without the cable, while the deep velour ear pads and moderate clamping force caused no discomfort in the review even after several hours.Source:SpecificationsExpert reviews

Can Sony MDR-MV1 be used for gaming without a separate headset?

They are suitable for gaming thanks to their spacious soundstage and precise sound positioning. There is no built-in microphone, so a separate microphone is required for voice chat.Source:Expert reviews

Are they suitable for music if you want powerful, deep bass?

The Sony MDR-MV1 tend to provide a warm emphasis in the mid-bass rather than a deep sub-bass impact. In the review, the lowest bass was noticeably attenuated, so listeners who enjoy powerful physical bass should try them before buying.Source:Expert reviews

Is the Sony MDR-MV1 worth getting specifically for mixing and mastering?

For critical mixing, it is better to listen to them first. In one detailed review, the sound signature was described as not entirely neutral due to warmer bass and recessed upper mids, so the model was not considered a reliable primary tool for this type of work.Source:Expert reviews
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