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
49 Overall Score
Price MX$7,299
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (96th percentile) 96th
- Strong sound (88th percentile) 88th
- Strong social proof (83th percentile) 83th
Cons
- Below average comfort (2th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)
- Below average anc (30th percentile)
What owners think
How owner sentiment changed over time
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Owner sentiment has held steady over time
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The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
| Weight | 0.5 kg / 1.0 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 MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT | JBL Tune 770NC | QCY H3 H3 | Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 | Bowers & Wilkins PX8 FP44326 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic Driver | dynamic | Dynamic | Carbon Cone |
| Driver Size (mm) | 40 | 42 | 40 | 40 | - | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | 24 | 60 | 32 | 32 | 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 | 5.4 | 5.1 | - |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 70 | 60 | 24 | 30 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDR-MV1 | 30.3 | 15.2 | 95.8 | 87.9 | 43.3 | 2.4 | 35.6 | 83.2 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 M4AEBT Compare | 97.5 | 84.8 | 76.7 | 97.6 | 88.9 | 79.2 | 98.8 | 59.5 |
| JBL Tune 770NC Compare | 97.5 | 66.2 | 92.2 | 72.9 | 93 | 50.3 | 99.5 | 83.2 |
| QCY H3 H3 Compare | 92.1 | 82.4 | 76.7 | 85.6 | 84.6 | 86.6 | 96.5 | 83.2 |
| Bose QuietComfort 884367-0100 Compare | 92.1 | 66.2 | 92.2 | 42.7 | 68 | 13.2 | 92.2 | 97.5 |
| Bowers & Wilkins PX8 FP44326 Compare | 87.2 | 91 | 95.8 | 79.2 | 71.7 | 50.3 | 67.1 | 91.5 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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Usage Scores
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