Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
What Buyers Say
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
The Focal Clear MG Professional headphones receive mostly positive feedback for their exceptional clarity, comfort, and build quality, especially among professional musicians and composers. However, some users find them overpriced and unimpressive compared to cheaper alternatives, with a narrow soundstage and a need for EQ correction to address muddiness in the low end. Overall, they are praised for detailed, warm-neutral sound but criticized for not being a universal fit for all listeners.
Pros
- Exceptional clarity and detail
- Very comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent build quality
- Warm-neutral sound signature
- Easy to drive with basic devices
Cons
- Narrow soundstage for open-back
- High price point
- Muddy low end without EQ correction
- Unimpressive sound for some listeners
- Coiled cables may be too short
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
The Sony ULT Wear headphones receive generally positive feedback for their powerful bass, effective noise cancellation, and comfortable fit, with many users praising the sound quality and battery life. However, a significant number of reviews report a recurring hinge defect that causes the headphones to break within months, often not covered by warranty, leading to frustration and mixed overall sentiment.
Pros
- Powerful bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Long battery life
- Good sound quality
Cons
- Hinge breaks easily
- Warranty doesn't cover hinge
- Muffled sound without EQ
- Bulky design
- Microphone quality poor
Scores
Specifications
| Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | — | 0.25 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | memory foam | thermo-foaming |
| Headband | aluminium | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | — | 5 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 20 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 55 Ω | 314 Ω |
| Sensitivity | — | 110 dB★ |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black | AAC, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back Headphones, Black | Focal Clear Mg Professional Circum-aural Open-Back | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Over Ear | Open Ear | Focal | Black | 55 Ohms | Ov | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.2★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 6.35mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cable Length | — | 1.2000000476837158 m |
| Range | — | 9.800000190734863 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 30 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 3.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 3-minute charge provides 90 minutes of extra playtime |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa |
| Touch Controls | — | ✓★ |
| App | — | Sony Headphones Connect |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX0 |
Pros & Cons
Focal Clear Mg Professional 3544053727165BL001
- Strong build (76th percentile)
- Strong comfort (67th percentile)
- Strong sound (66th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B
- Strong connectivity (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B offers 17.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 40 specs.
