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Sony - h.ear on Over-the-Ear Headphones - Charcoal Black
Average customer rating
4.1
(7 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 7 reviews
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86%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Sony - h.ear on Over-the-Ear Headphones - Charcoal Black
Customer Rating
5
A harmony of comfort, style and quality
on September 21, 2015
Posted by: fetch01
from Australia: Perth
I often complain that headphones are too heavy or uncomfortable after an extended period of use but the same can't be said for these. In fact, they're super comfortable and I found wearing them was a fantastic experience. Music sounds rich with the right amount of treble and bass. If you're looking for headphones with heavy bass, these are not for you. The bass in these is very strong yet not overpowering. If you have lossless audio files, these headphones will certainly play them beautifully without fail. Am very impressed. The colours are bold, stylish and certainly a fashion statement but if you don't want to seem so "out there", the black ones are just as nice. Overall, I'd definitely recommend these headphones to anyone who wants to listen to good music with exceptional quality.
Pros: Ease of Use, Quality, Features, Design
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
3
The start of a high-res audio movement
on December 14, 2015
Posted by: zero
from Melbourne
The Sony MDR-100AAP are a really interesting set of headphones - they're one of the first to boast the HighRes audio tag that Sony introduced quite recently to quite a skeptical world. What exactly "is" high-res audio? We can understand "high-res" in terms of pictures, but what does it mean for sound? Well, let me tell you - it's actually quite exciting.
I was a bit skeptical, but when I put on these headphones and played some music from a Sony HighRes walkman I was pretty sold. The bass is so deep, the tones varied - it's something you really need to try for yourself. Don't just read reviews.
As for the product itself, it's good - but the quality of the product has a little to be desired. It's not quite as sturdy as you'd hope, and doesn't have that hugely premium feel you expect out of a product like this. The pause button the headphone is a bit weak - but the headphones are very, very comfortable.
All in all, it's a good product that delivers in what you want most out of a headphone - it sounds good and feels good on the head. But it's missing that little extra level of shine and polish that you would expect.
Pros: Design
Cons: Quality, Durability
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
4
Great new addition to the Sony Hi-Res lineup
on September 20, 2015
Posted by: EricP
from Melbourne
Really impressed with the new 'hear.on' hi res lineup - the MDR-100AP has the traits of the bigger brothers from MDR-R series and the headphones have the signature neutral/flat soundstage with great clarity. Only quibble with these is that its perhaps too flat for some tastes and lacks the warmth from the low end. Tried these with the new hi-res walkman and it sounded absolutely fantastic. The headphones are significantly lighter than most over ear headphones which means that its comfortable over wearing a long period of time - really impressed. Overall a great choice for those wanting something more, not to mention the flat cable stops the cord from tangling as much (thank you Sony!)
Pros: Value for Money, Design
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
4
Stylish Design & Bang for buck performance.
on September 20, 2015
Posted by: Andeeeh
from Sydney, Australia
The h.ear on headphones is a great step up from your average run of the mill earphones and provides great performance for headphones in it's category.
I normally use my earphones to listen to music and I would sometimes crave for more sound cancellation and higher fidelity.
The h.ear on headphones provided that and really did make a difference in the way I listen to music.
Even listening through Spotify, I could hear a difference in quality and it let me hear elements I could never hear before using normal earphones or entry level headphones.
When listening to hi-res or uncompressed audio, the difference is really apparent, even for someone like me who is not an audiophile.
The design is the thing I love the most, it is minimal and comes in great colours. I also like how you can detach the audio cable.
Pros: Ease of Use, Quality, Features, Design
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
4
Bold, stylish and impressive
on December 7, 2015
Posted by: jsison
from Sydney
After using these headphones for the past week or so I have to say they make my train rides to and from work more enjoyable. Whether I'm listening to music or just watching videos on my phone the sound quality is just so crisp with not too much bass and treble. It sounds just right and well balanced. Even when I'm talking on the phone its clear and just sounds a lot better compared to my other headphones.
The cups of the headphones are nice and soft as well as the headband. There's just enough padding for me to wear this for long periods of time. The cords don't tangle easily which is a plus as well.
There are a lot of things about the design that I like from the colour choices and the etched Sony logo on the headband to how it folds in for when I want to store it in the pouch. The finish and the bold colour of it makes it stand out especially if you choose the red headphones. It just turns heads. The only thing I'm scared of with continued use is if it scratches but I've yet to experience anything like that.
These headphones are a bit on the pricey side but if you want to stand out from the crowd and want a well balanced and comfortable headphone, this is the one to get!
Pros: Ease of Use, Quality, Durability, Value for Money, Features, Design
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
4
Comfy, Stylish & Elegant
on September 28, 2015
Posted by: Spiderdragon
from Australia: Canberra
After using the MDR-100AAP (h.ear on) for a couple of weeks, these headphones have become a great addition to my morning ritual. I tend to avoid bulky headphones in lieu of more portable in-ear headphones. However the Sony MDR-100AAP are so comfortable that I typically forget that I have them on. This is mainly attributed to the fact that the earpiece are both adjustable and rotatable. For home use, I find the headset more comfortable than the Sony Gold Wireless Headset particularly for prolong gaming sessions on the PS4.
Secondly it is clear from the quality of the headset that Sony has really stepped up the game. The head has a smooth metallic finish, which I feel is appropriate to the price unlike the plastic casing of other (more expensive) branded alternatives out there. My own issue with the yellow headset is that it stands out a little too much. I feel that the blue one has a more subtle outlook, however each to their own.
As for the sound, the headset isn't overpowering which might take some getting used to. I feel like the sound isn't powerful enough for public transport (or this may be due to the noise isolation) and I regularly find myself having to turn the volume up.
Finally with the design, the headset folds up to become quite compact and comes with a matching pouch for storage. I'd personally prefer if the included cable was not a "L" shape connector, however this is easily fixed with a replacement cable.
Overall I'm quite happy with these headsets and would not hesitate to recommend.
Pros: Quality, Durability, Design
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au
Customer Rating
5
One of the best out there
on December 6, 2015
Posted by: Goofy
from Sydney
I really love these headphones, they are light weight, comfortable, and can be worn for hours without even knowing you are still wearing them.
They do a great job at blocking out, outside noises, flight from Sydney to Hawaii, never heard a thing, and then used them to mow the lawn and totally blocked out the mower :)
The sound quality is great, has deep base and can really hear the true quality of the music.
I would recommend these as a great christmas gift for anyone :)
Pros: Ease of Use, Quality, Design
Cons: Value for Money
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Sony.com.au