General
With the Sony MDR-1AB headphones you're able to enjoy your music as the recording artist intended it. At a frequency range that extends up to 100 kHz, they accurately reproduce the deepest bass tones and the highest trebles, and lay bare the essence of your favourite songs. You've guessed it - these headphones were designed specifically for high-resolution audio.
Sony MDR-1AB: 40mm driver
Protected by a stylish black exterior, the MDR-1AB headphones feature sensitive 40mm Liquid Crystal Polymer drivers, ensuring optimal clarity. Thanks to their in-line remote and microphone, they are compatible with your Android smartphone or iPhone, and their circumaural design, slim metal headband and soft leather ear pads make them comfortable to wear. The MDR-1ABs have foldable ear cups, so you can safely store them in your case or bag when you take them with you.
Balanced cable
The MDR-1AB headphones are equipped with a balanced cable, comprised of four silver-coated copper wires and independent ground wires for both channels (in blue and yellow), guaranteeing clear, precise sound). As such, you’re able to enjoy an exceptionally clear, precise sound. Thanks to Sony, you can experience your favourite music the way it was meant to be heard!
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About high-resolution audio files
A high-resolution audio file uses a high sample rate, the most common rate being 24 bits/96 kHz and 24 bits/192 kHz (much higher than CD). CDs and MP3 files reach their limit around 20 kHz, whereas high-resolution audio supports frequencies over 24 kHz. The MDR-1AB headphones can handle frequencies up to 100 kHz. High-resolution audio files can be obtained via paid music services, and are easily transferred to your home or portable audio system.
High-resolution audio comes in six different formats:
- DSD (DFF): used by professional equipment for the creation of Super Audio CDs
- DSD (DSF): PC-friendly format developed for VAIO® computers
- WAV: format developed for Windows operating system
- AIFF: file format for Macintosh computers
- FLAC: compression without quality loss
- ALAC: compression without quality loss by Apple
