Sony MDR-1R, MDR-1RBT, and MDR-1RNC Headphone Review

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[@Jamcmillen]

you are still making the best and most reliable reviews

[@audio46]

How do these compare to the ATH-M50x?

[@yopeople70]

Really enjoy your videos. Hope you make these as long as companies are still making headphones!

[@Kova4a]

I like how the videos always have white noise in the background. Not only we watch good headphone reviews but also burn-in our headphones at the same time.

[@TaeFace93]

Always an absolute joy to watch your vids. Look like some good pairs of headphones as well.

[@NiekopTube]

You make a clear point on the vent holes which are quite noisy in the wind. Sony did not think about people wearing the MDR1 while bycycling, I think! I covered the vent holes with a tiny peace of plaster (like you use when you cut your finger e.g.) of the type of air transparent. (sorry for my English!). It works great: the base tones are not affected (they can flow out freely) and the wind noise is over!

[@Linkmat97]

Tyll, recently Bang & Olufsen announced the H3, earphones, and the H6, Headphones. They are to come out around may. I would love to see a review of any of those two, I really think they look gorgeous

[@frouwoulou]

thanks for the review !! had been waiting for it for 3 months :) Keep up the great work

[@vsvinod]

Great review InnerFidelity! Would love if you could comment on the differences in sound between the MDR-1R and the MDR1RBT while not on bluetooth mode, but wired up.

[@TechRefreshed]

Got that buying feeling for these, ready to click that order button. How comfortable are these when you are sleeping, with pressure squishing them to your head? Important when I'm lying in bed watching a movie. Thanks!!

[@LeonIsALion]

Hey could you eventually make a review of the Sony DR-BTN200M. I hardly found any good review and considered buying them for a long time now. Maybe also an comparison to other bluetooth headphones in the same pricerange. Very good review as always :)

[@paulcang6752]

Thanks for the review. I have been looking for a review on the BT version vs the momentum. I still find the 1RBT tempting just because of the wireless capability.

[@sapainca]

I rate these above anything from grado at this price point. Great for walking around as they are light and relatively discreet

[@jammasterj13]

I have the Mdr-1rnc. Its a great portable/personal headphone. I use them the most out of all the 8 headphones i own.. Great review

[@EduardsESA]

Hi, have you change pads? Are there any good from China?

[@Notsoevil]

jammasterj13, so tyll dont thunk so as you see.

[@Notsoevil]

@@EduardsESA why u need it? yours rips? are they were not of leather?

[@Notsoevil]

actually only 1rnc has 50mm driver

[@wesomeJM]

Great review! I prefer these to the UE9000 as the UEs were a little bass heavy :D

[@odotec]

thx for the review. I got some MDR-1R's from 2013 and they are still my 'closed' reference (although some might find them overly soft and a bit muffled). Not yet found a pair of Active Noise Canceling cans that can match their SQ.

[@DDCPitt]

For under $600: Closed back recommendations would be Sennheiser Momentum, Denon D2000/5000 (if you can find one), MrSpeakers Mad Dog (modded T50RP), and SoundMAGIC HP100. Open back recommendations would be Sennheiser HD600/650, Beyerdynamic DT880/990, HifiMAN HE-400, and used HifiMAN HE-500 (my favorite). I own all of these at the moment (except I sold the D2000 and bought the D5000). I can recommend all of them, but it really depends on your tastes since sound is so subjective.

[@mariustillwich7288]

Hello! Thanks for the great review! How would you compare these to the newer mdr-1abt since the rbt didnt have aptx? I often read that it doesnt make a huge difference, can you approve that? Or did you listen to the rbt via bluetooth and cable? How is their performance there? Thank you very much an keep making those reviews! :-)

[@satansoft]

Good reviews, but do you ever review the legendary grados?

[@potatoheadhaoy]

I think you should check the Momentums out; why did you exclude them from your list?

[@SomethingontheInternet]

Thanks for break down of headsets :D . I was about to buy NC model but I have to admit I heard a lot good things Bose headset.

[@memoktc]

Tyll....I am just curious on this review and the Logitech UE6000 and the UE9000 it seems you retired both f them and replaced them with the Sony MDR1 line...But comparing them myself the build and sound quality exceeds all the Sony MDR1 line up...are you sure you are not in bias favor over the sony when compared to the logitech? Please clarify on the why the sound on the sony are much better than the logitech.The sony ones sounds grainy and the bass is slightly lose on the MDR1RBT

[@GofreMcNoodle]

I used both alongside each other and found that there wasn't much in it. Quite a similar sound signature and about evenly matched in terms of soundstage, detail retrieval etc. I came away thinking the UE6000s were a much better buy, but that was when the 1Rs were at their full £279 RRP, so over £100 more than the UE6000s. If there's not much in it price-wise where you are, it could be worth listening to both and making your own decision.

[@samuelsulaiman]

I tried it once in an expo, it really does looks good and fashionable. Some people got issue about clacking parts, but I didn't feel it at all. In term of sound, this one is fun to hear. I always feel that Sony always emphasize the treble but in this phone doesn't done quite well (for the price tag of course) I can't tell much about the sound because of the noisy environment. The noise isolation I think number 3rd after Crossfade M100 and Sennheiser Momentum. In terms of comfort, my ears are small but it extrude outside so when I use this phone, even that you find that these headphone have and angled driver, my ears still touching it and it is the biggest concern because I have HD429 which is happen the same and it doesn't goes so well with longer listening session.

[@craigbarker4597]

Great review, I wanted to know how the standard MDR-1R compared to the BT and NC versions and you answered that perfectly, exactly what I thought, the convenience of this technology brings a loss in quality. I'll be buying the standard MDR-1R. Thanks!

[@digitalfriday]

great review! thankyou for making this comparison!

[@omegafm]

I'm joining the question. Thinking about 1RBT but UE9000 has apt-X support. Does it make difference at all though? And what about comfort difference? I tried 1RNC at local store and they are sitting good. Can't find UE9000 anywhere to test.

[@beiza87]

Wow this review helped me a whole lot! Many thanks great video!

[@neilhornberger1999]

They do look great!

[@rixlbg]

Hi, Tyll! Great job as always. I always check your reviews and they are my primary source of info when I get the upgrade/buy bug. Listen, what do you prefer this MDR-1R or the Fidelio L1? Keep up the good job, please!

[@potatoheadhaoy]

I personally like the K-550 because of the sheer openness and unbelievable imaging, but the highs kind of get to your ears after a while. Also, I wouldn't say they do so well in the lows (as in, a bit weak for my taste). Realistically, I'd probably enjoy my music a lot more with the 1R. They're also insanely comfortable and good-looking. I probably wouldn't have gone with the Momentums if I didn't have small ears, since a good seal is always necessary to achieve the best SQ.

[@horacegrimsby2870]

Great review thanks! I was just looking to buy one of the NR models second hand :-D

[@simpleyoututorial]

InnerFidelity - I'm looking for some of the best sounding headphones I can get for under $600. What would you say are best, for mere sound quality? Noise cancelling would also be a bonus! Atm I'm thinking about these MDR-1RNC, or the Bose QC 15 (which is better for sound quality ignoring everything else)? Thanks!

[@ricardoanton-ifiaudio]

What are your thoughts about MDR 1r vs Logitech UE6000?, Great videos!

[@MrStingraybernard]

Have any plans of reviewing the new Kef headphones ?

[@ParideNasello]

@InnerFidelity Hello Tyll! I'm going to buy a new set of headphones and I can't decide between the Sony MDR-1R and the Logitech UE6000 sound quality wise (I can get the former or the latter for the same price)... I hope you will help me to make the right decision!! Greetings from Italy ;) Ps. You're really the best reviewer out there!!!

[@husnainanwaar1992]

are they high res as sony claims or just 300 dollar comfortable good looking ear warmers

[@simpleyoututorial]

Hmm, maybe I should try the Momentums again? What would rate best out of the 1R and K-550?

[@palewolf3221]

If I simply used the Bluetooth version plugged in with the wire, would the sound differ any from the normal 1R?

[@JonathanHernandez-zp1qf]

Do you think you can review the low end Sennheisers? Like the HD 201 and the 203. I have a crappy budget.

[@JoshRoxs99]

mdr-1r or senhieser momentum?

[@QuarentineForever]

Depends on your choices in music. But definitely in comfort, the MDR-1R is better than the Momentums. The MDRs are much more bassy and have a bigger range than the Momentums. To be completely honest, the MDRs are better.

[@jozeftokarcik9621]

MDR -> Warmer more pleasant sound, plastic, compact, Sennheiser -> Natural neutral clear sound, high end materials, more "rich" type look

[@diegofernandosilva7]

+JustJoshingWithYou senhieser , I HAVE MDR-1R , PURE SHIT

[@MTheoOA]

@@diegofernandosilva7 Mdr is the worst headphone in all aspects. I prefer 2x my Portapro, just buy a Sennheiser.

[@paulcang6752]

I have tried a few before and loved them because you can really walk around and not be bothered by cables but I already have the Momentum as my on the go headphones. Really finding it hard to decide whether to transfer to the mdr 1rbt or just stay with my momentum. The only reason I would switch to the 1rbt is for the wireless capability and comfort but for sound the Momentum wins hands down over the 1r in my ears.

[@timhelmer3463]

hey how would you compare these against a sennheiser amperior? or possibly a B&O H6? (which would be a great review for you btw) thank you

[@MarianoBeat]

Hello Master Fidelity ;) was released model MDR-1A, do a review as soon as possible ? ;) Thank you so much for your fantastic reviews !!! ;)

[@jayZjamesvi]

will you be reviewing MDR - 100aap? i want to know how it compare to these

[@jamesfoo6128]

so, from your website, you liked the sony mdr-1rbt better than the logitech ue 9000?? cause I looking at these 2 and I dont know which I would choose.....can you do a comparison or at least reply me? :)

[@kainiskain]

Hi, I'm so glad to see you finally review the mdr 1r line. I was really impressed by the 1rnc"s noise canceling. It may not be as good as qc15. But who you have other recommendation in terms of NC that is better than 1rnc

[@Cosmos324]

I have a question. do you think I should apply amps on these to get better sound quality?

[@simpleyoututorial]

Woah thanks so much! This is a great help!! Are the Denon D5000 particularly rare?

[@jvigil_anim]

Hey, i would love to see a review on the yamaha pro 500!! IM thinking about buying eitherthe yamaha pro 500 or this ones.

[@alvarezmiguel08]

it will be good for rock/metal sounds? I like to hear a very good bass sound (like a bass and drum). will it sound as in-ear headphones?

[@ricardoanton-ifiaudio]

Thank you for the Tip!

[@stizzyjls]

What is the battery life on the BT model compared to something like the UE9000? Sony clams 30 hours of playback time for reference.

[@PROJECT939]

Very briefly, for about 15 minutes. When I was buying I first looked at the audio technca as the ones I would get. And for good reason, they sound VERY good for the price. However they do not sound quite as good as the momentums. The senns have a more balanced tone and really are very good (see tyles review). The technicas are more base heavy but the base is good quality still, but towards the higher end things can sound abit harsh. Got the money? get the momentums. But the technicas are V.good

[@martincito108]

Wow! I want these headphones so bad! Im definetly getting them for my birthday, but besides bose and ath m50s what other headphones blow them away? I still interested on how they look but not how much they cost. I willing to spend $300.

[@akachopper]

along with the promotions for xperia z, alot of mdr-1r are available below £100

[@stevenswall]

Have you compared your Senn. to the Audio Technica M50?

[@darkhero101010]

hey Tyll! Sound alone which one do you find more pleasing: The MDR-1R or the Philips L1?

[@Modeltrainscarsstereos614]

have u tested the JBL J 88i would love to see a review

[@eduardorodenas6659]

Hey Tyll, Could you please tell me if I will need and amp with the mdr1 rbt? Thanks!

[@RonDavidson14789]

What better headphones in terms of sound? the Sony MDR-1R or the Sennheiser momentum? Thank you (:

[@usernameuser5573]

I'm debating between the 598s, the momentums and even slightly with the MDR-50xs

[@SpadesHeart]

Sony's noise cancelling headphones across the board generally leave something to be desired. I picked up a pair of mdr-NC200D's and the sound, which was tepid to begin with, seems to distort at high volumes. The noise cancelling is competent, but it could be better. I've seen issues like these consistently with their NC headphones. It should be noted however that due to the size of the distributor, you can often find their wares at very reasonable prices. I got the MDR-NC200D's at $40 :)

[@MFHRaptor]

These are from 2013. Is there a follow up ( or successor ) to those headphones? I'm especially interested in the wireless Bluetooth version. Active Noise Cancellation give my head a strange feeling and make me dizzy and I can't stand it!

[@ingalukjanova4886]

nope

[@tempestjay7865]

MFHRaptor well sorta. They released the MDR1A which has some improvements over the MDR1R. I personally like both, and I think they are both great pairs of headphones.

[@1lastsoldier]

do these get hot around the ears after long use?

[@WES-GR4PES]

Reviews on true 5.1 or 7.1 headphones? Eg: TRITTON PRO+ and Razer Tiamat 7.1

[@simpleyoututorial]

@InnerFidelity (or any other headphone connoisseur): Which pair of headphones would you say is best (looking for great bass, all round quality): ATH M50 Sony MDR-1R AKG K550 Or any other, under £250, which you think are exceptional! (except for Sennheiser Momentum) Anyone have any good recommendations? Thanks!

[@WinnerTV1]

Going to buy the Sony MDR-1R, I ll give em a shot.

[@Aaronthm1]

Should I go with the 1r's or the Vmoda m100

[@dempa13579]

Could you make a review on the Noontec Rio?

[@christianandersson2106]

AWESOME SHIRTS!

[@arandomvideoclip2647]

How is the noise cancellation phone bad?

[@amenotepia]

The sound wireless and wired is pretty similar, I cannot find any difference. The MDR-1r should be sounding better and more neutral. The MDR-1R has a pretty high bass boost and a missing frequency about 300Hz. So yes, the sound differs a lot.

[@spetrillo10]

I just bought the sony mdr 10 rdc. Are they the same as the sony mdr 10 rnc? Thanks

[@ILLuMiNaTiKiLLeR786]

I think the rnc are the noise cancelling ones

[@reluctant_engineer]

How does the sound Compare with the ZX700 ?

[@potatoheadhaoy]

Funny, I did some auditioning myself, (Senns, 1R, and the K-550), and I ended up picking the Momentums...Different strokes for different folks, I guess.

[@Genocide174]

You will not go wrong with the BT version. I've had them for a couple of months now and the wireless sound is just too good. If you don't appreciate the feeling of being wireless, you will if you buy a pair of BT headphones.

[@imyafatha999]

can you do a review of the sony mdr x10 and x05?

[@Schmidteren]

Sony MDR-1A difference to these?

[@Beaujayngles5]

Where did you find these for $199?

[@DFDFusion1]

how do the sony MDR 1r compare to the denon ah d600?

[@alifahad9343]

what do you think about " SONY MDR-1RBT MK2 "

[@dieded4]

Probably see his review on the solo for reference.

[@igormarchenko5351]

thank u bud, really useful vid

[@K4kaShiii]

So Elves and Klingons will have problems with these? keke nice review

[@Steampunk915]

can you please review the legendary MDR R10?

[@Uemitay]

Are good for making Sport?

[@yns9bn5_]

These or the Harman/Kardon NC?

[@Logicalporkpie]

sennhiser Momentum or MDR-1R????

[@MrTobamory]

I have both momentum and 1RBT and the songs are better, momentums are good, but can be kind of small on the ear, they don't have enough deep base compared to the songs, the songs are by far deeper and clearer. As for comfort the sonys are better, I wore them,on many 8 hr flights and they were no issue at all, why would you buy the BT well I use them for walking the DOG you can use them for answering calls and advancing songs etc, which I dont think you can do with the normal model.

[@LuqmaanWaqar]

you look like David Gilmour of Pink Floyd XD love your reviews! can you PLEASE do a comparison of the Sony Mdr 1 and the Sennheiser Momentum!! (and maybe throw in the Beats by Dre Pro for entertainment value). I've been trying to look for reliable comparisons of the two but came across none...I'd sincerely appreciate it if you could :)

[@1lastsoldier]

Anyone know if the earpads are user replaceable?

[@fogsfight2own]

i went listening them today, and in all honesty you cant compare them, the 1RBT has wayy warmer sound, the 1R leaks deeps, this is what i heard, i love deep sounds, and crisp highs, but the 1RBT is really worth its price and way better than the 1R, it would be odd if they were just 100$ more expensive just because of the wireless option

[@shiva004]

How many Headphones you have?

[@simpleyoututorial]

Thanks, but yeah I've already tried and compared them and liked the Sony's better

[@joakimniklasson2723]

I need some help guys, My in-ear a-jays just broke and i need to get some new headphones i'm now looking for over ear headphones with a mic and good base. I've been looking at the Ludacris soul sl150, some house of marley headphones aswell as the noontec zoro. The headphones will be used at work and on the go. Willing to spend up to 250 dollars.

[@sqprxs]

How does Sony MDR-1A differs from MDR-1R?

[@TheMichael408]

+sqprxs the MDR-1A is the successor model

[@simpleyoututorial]

Awesome thanks for your help! I think I'll be going for 1R's then! :D

[@ManuelLunaGarza]

mdr-10rbt or mdr-1rbt??

[@jannissen9211]

I think the 1rbt is newer, but research it first

[@enchilada702lv]

Did you ever decide which one ?? I am leaning more towards the 1rbt I guess build quality even though I think they are from last year

[@TheRealChristoffer]

These or the ue 9000 Logitech?

[@walkerloko]

My honest opinion, is that this one is better, just little bit better.