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Sony MDR-710LP

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CNET editors' rating: 3.5 stars Very good
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Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 8 reviews
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Product summary

The good: The Sony MDR-710LP has a convenient and comfortable collapsible design, includes a hard carrying case, and it delivers tight, punchy bass.

The bad The bad: The Sony MDR-710LP's 4-foot cord is too short for nonportable applications. Moreover, its treble and midrange frequencies have a more skeletal timbre than those of some 'phones.

The bottom line: Bass addicts on tight budgets will appreciate Sony's MDR-710LP portable, collapsible headphones, but audiophiles should consider a warmer-sounding set.

Specifications: Product type: Headphones; Design: Ear-cup; Weight: 2.3 oz; See full specs

Price range: $48.99 - $59.95

CNET editors' review

Reviewed by: Nathaniel Wilkins
Edited by: Jasmine France
Reviewed on: 04/20/2006

Sony offers a broad assortment of well-designed, high-performance headphones ranging from full-size studio monitors such as the MDR-V700DJ all the way down to Fontopia-series earbuds, such as the MDR-EX71SL. At CES 2006, the company introduced several new additions to its headphone lineup. The $59 Sony MDR-710LPs are a portable headband model that strikes a good balance between style, comfort, performance, and value.

The reasonably priced Sony MDR-710LP headphones include a handy carrying case.

Sony's MDR-710LP headphones successfully combine revealing sonic performance with an ultraportable, collapsible headband design. We appreciate the soft, lightweight, leatherette ear pads, which give the headphones an exceptionally comfortable fit. The black, silver, and gray color scheme and sleek style lend the Sonys a modern, pricey appearance. Frequent travelers will make good use of the included hard plastic clamshell-type carrying case (3.8 inches by 2.3 inches), which can protect the headphones when they're folded up.

The Sony MDR-710LP's 4-foot cord is ideal for connecting to a portable audio device that's stashed in your coat pocket or to an MP3 player's in-line remote control, but it's most likely too short for use with home-theater gear. Unlike some other portable 'phones, these don't include an extension cord for domestic use.

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Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 8 reviews
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3.5 stars

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

"Clear sound, marred by bizarre folding"

by paul613 on May 30, 2006

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2.0 stars

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

"Compared to the AKG K26P's, these Sony's don't stand up, especially for their price."

by fox-orian on May 30, 2007

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2.0 stars

"Not worth the price"

by theexbrit on April 10, 2008

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