Sony MDR-MV1
The open-back design and custom 40mm HD drivers deliver an ultra-wide 5Hz–80kHz frequency response for precise spatial audio. At 476g, the lightweight chassis and plush ear pads ensure fatigue-free monitoring during extended studio sessions. These headphones suit audio engineers and producers needing reference-grade clarity for mixing and mastering immersive audio content.
form factor over-ear
driver type dynamic
driver size mm 40
impedance ohms 24
open closed back open
58 Overall Score
Price £344
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Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
| Ear Cushion | suede |
| Headband | Aluminum Alloy |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 |
| Freq Min | 5 |
| Freq Max | 80000 |
| Impedance | 24 |
| Sensitivity | 100 |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes |
| Surround | Sony MDR-MV1 Open Back Reference Monitor Headphones | Sony MDR-MV1 Open Back Reference Monitor | Sony | Black | 24 Ohms | Over Ear | Over Ear | Sony | Black | 24 Ohms | Over Ear | Over Ear | STUDIO MO |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
| Transparency | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
| Cable Length | 2.5 |
Microphone
| Microphone | No |
| NC Mic | No |
| Boom Mic | No |
| Detachable Mic | No |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| Gaming Mode | No |
vs Competition
| Spec | Sony MDR-MV1 | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | - |
| Impedance Ohms | 24 | 480 | - | 16 | 34 | 32 |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.2 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 20 | 50 | 24 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDR-MV1 | 33.6 | 20.6 | 96.3 | 91.8 | 52.6 | 34.9 | 95.8 | 51.3 | 89.6 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.5 | 89.4 | 81.4 | 98.8 | 93.1 | 55.7 | 86.8 | 95.6 | 89.6 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.5 | 99.5 | 96.3 | 99.5 | 82.1 | 62.2 | 86.8 | 98.3 | 98.7 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.5 | 87.9 | 93.8 | 95.1 | 77.5 | 34.9 | 86.8 | 96 | 98.7 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 95.2 | 98.8 | 81.4 | 98 | 89.5 | 62.2 | 53.1 | 98.1 | 66 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra Compare | 95.2 | 84.9 | 96.3 | 63.9 | 79.6 | 85.8 | 70.5 | 99.4 | 77 |
Price
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