Sony MDR-EX14APB
Le transducteur dynamique de 9 mm offre une réponse en fréquence de 8 Hz à 22 kHz, restituant les détails de chaque morceau. Les écouteurs en silicone hybrides, fournis en trois tailles, assurent un maintien confortable et stable. Idéal pour les auditeurs soucieux de leur budget qui privilégient la clarté musicale et la personnalisation via l'application Smart-Key.
Aperçu
The 30-Second Version
The Sony MDR-EX14APB is a $10 wired earbud that's popular for a reason: it's cheap and comfortable. Sound quality is near the bottom of our database, with weak bass and a flimsy cord. Buy it as a backup or for casual use, not for serious listening.
Pros & Cons
Points forts
- Dirt cheap at around $10 USD 90th
- Lightweight and comfortable for long listening sessions 80th
- Includes three sizes of silicone ear tips
- Inline mic works for basic calls and controls
Points faibles
- Sound quality is near the bottom of our database
- Bass response is weak and thin
- Cord feels flimsy and prone to tangling
- Call quality is muffled for some users
L'avis des propriétaires
The Word on the Street
L'évolution de l'avis des propriétaires dans le temps
ExclusivitéD'après la date à laquelle les clients ont rédigé leurs avis - pour voir si l'enthousiasme initial s'est confirmé.
D'après 5 avis clients datés, regroupés par trimestre civil. L'analyse par période est en anglais.
Les preuves
Performance
The 9mm dynamic driver covers 8Hz to 22kHz, which looks good on paper but doesn't translate to great sound in practice. Our sound score sits at 15.4 out of 100, which is one of the worst we've seen. Bass is the weak point, with owners saying it's thin compared to the highs. The mic is mediocre too, scoring in the 40th percentile, and call quality gets called muffled by some users. On the plus side, the lightweight build and included silicone tips in three sizes make these easy to wear for hours. Just don't expect them to survive a rough commute, the cord is flimsy.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Ear Tips | Large, Medium, Small |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 9 |
| Freq Min | 8 |
| Freq Max | 22000 |
| Hi-Res Audio | No |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | USB-C |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Touch Controls | No |
| App | Smart Key app |
| Bone Conduction | No |
vs Competition
Stacked against the Soundcore P31i, Baseus Bass BP1 Pro, or JLab GO POP ANC, the Sony MDR-EX14APB loses on sound quality and features every time. Those competitors offer better bass, some have ANC, and most have sturdier builds. But they also cost more. The Sony's real competition is the Nothing CMF Buds 2a and SoundPEATS C30, which are also budget picks but with better audio scores. The Sony wins on brand recognition and price alone. If you want the cheapest wired option with a mic, this is it. If you want better sound, any of those competitors will beat it.
| Spec | Sony MDR-EX14APB | Nothing Buds 2 | Soundcore P31i | Baseus Bass BP1 Pro | TOZO Crystal Pods | JLab GO POP ANC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.4 | 6.0 | 6.0 | 5.4 | 5.3 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 13.5 | 10 | 12 | 7 | 7 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 55 | 50 | 55 | 35 | 24 |
| Water Resistance | - | IP55 | IP55 | IP55 | IPX5 | IP55 |
| Multipoint | - | true | - | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Produit | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | User Sentiment | Connectivity | Preuve sociale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sony MDR-EX14APB | 31 | 39.3 | 34 | 7.9 | 44.8 | 28.1 | 80.3 | 37.7 | 90 |
| Nothing Buds 2 Compare | 93 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 81.9 | 95.5 | 72 | 92 | 96.9 | 81.1 |
| Soundcore P31i Compare | 89.6 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 97 | 93 | 72 | 97.2 | 86.1 | 90 |
| Baseus Bass BP1 Pro Compare | 97.2 | 97.5 | 91.2 | 88.7 | 95.1 | 72 | 92 | 98.5 | 90 |
| TOZO Crystal Pods Compare | 93 | 91.5 | 91.2 | 90.7 | 82 | 72 | 97.2 | 96.9 | 81.1 |
| JLab GO POP ANC Compare | 89.6 | 82 | 91.2 | 65.4 | 72.5 | 94.7 | 65.7 | 93.2 | 72.6 |
Prix
Value & Pricing
At $10 USD, the value question is almost unfair. You're getting a Sony-branded wired earbud with a mic for less than a fast food combo. The user sentiment score of 85/100 backs this up, owners consistently call it great value for under $20. But value only matters if you can live with the compromises. The sound is thin, the cord is fragile, and the mic is just okay. If you need a backup pair for travel or a cheap option for casual listening, this is a solid buy. If you care about audio quality at all, save up a bit more.
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Overview
The Sony MDR-EX14APB is a wired in-ear headphone that costs about ten bucks. That's the whole pitch. You get a 9mm dynamic driver, an inline mic, and a frequency range that stretches from 8Hz to 22kHz. It's not trying to be fancy, and honestly, it doesn't need to be.
Our database puts this thing at the 90th percentile for social proof and 80th for user sentiment. People buy it, they mostly like it, and they don't expect miracles. The sound quality score is rough though, landing in the 8th percentile. So you're getting a budget bud that's popular, not one that's going to blow your mind.
Common Questions
Q: Are these headphones good for sports and exercise?
They're lightweight and come with three ear tip sizes, so they'll stay put during light activity. But the flimsy cord and lack of water resistance make them a risky choice for sweaty workouts.
Q: Do these have noise cancelling?
No, there's no active noise cancelling here. The silicone tips provide some passive isolation, but our ANC score puts these in the 31st percentile, so don't expect much.
Q: Is the cord tangle-resistant?
No, the cord is a standard rubberized cable and owners describe it as flimsy. It will tangle, so plan on untangling these before each use.
Who Should Skip This
Skip these if you care about bass response or build quality. The sound score is in the 8th percentile, so bassheads will be disappointed. If you need something durable for daily commutes or workouts, look elsewhere because the flimsy cord won't hold up. Also skip if you take a lot of calls, the mic quality is mediocre and some users report muffled audio.
Verdict
Buy the Sony MDR-EX14APB if you need a cheap, reliable wired earbud for casual listening, travel, or as a backup pair. It's comfortable, lightweight, and the price is hard to argue with. Skip it if you care about bass, build quality, or call clarity. This is a utility purchase, not an audio upgrade.
