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i found that these headphones were not loud enough so i returned them. has anyone else has a similar problem?

Posted by david on June 19, 2004 at 2:22 PM (PDT)

102

I just ordered the 71's in white from MiniDisco. I've bought from them in the past and they are great!!! They ship everthing real fast.....

Posted by sheila on June 25, 2004 at 5:57 PM (PDT)

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Does anybody know the difference between the MDR-EX51's and the MDR-EX71 or 70's?

I bought them thinking they were the 70's but when i got in the car i noticed it said 51 and the body is slightly different. i would appreciate it if someone told me they sound the same and the only reason for the # change is a slight change in the body, shape, color, and lack of an extension.

Posted by andrew on July 3, 2004 at 2:58 PM (PDT)

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Nevermind. All i needed to do was a little research. Someguy posted this on another forum:

threeonparfive
The clarify the statement of the 51 and 71 being the same except for the extension cord, this is only partially a valid statement. I've had both pairs. I used to have the 51 (or the predecessor to the 51 which was previously a different model number). That set had 1 continously long cord like any other set of ear/head phones. I manage to get the really long cord of my 51s caught on something (which was sharp) and cut the cord.

These phones are so great, I had to have another set. I now have the 71s. The 71s are same in terms of the phones themselves but the cords are completely different. They have a very short cord and an extension to make that cord the same overall length of the cord on the 51s. The 71s were designed for newer audio gear like MP3 players, MD players, and other portables that come with an "in-line" remote as part of the ear phone cord. The cord on the 51s is way too long to have hanging off the report of an iPod for example. I have the new XtremeMac iPod arm band and the 71s. The short cord is the PERFECT length to reach the iPod on my left arm with no extension, no excess length (enough for free range of motion though), and no bundling up extra cable.

In short, if you have any audio device with an "in-line" remote or you think you may some day purchase such a device, go with the 71s. You will not be sorry. And these are probably the best ear phones, and easily the best sub-$100 ear buds made. They not only produce incredible sound, but they reduce external noise. They are great for mowing and airplanes. And I have never had them fall out of my ears.

BTW.....there is a white version of the 71s available on eBay that is otherwise only available in Japan I believe.

Posted by andrew on July 3, 2004 at 3:06 PM (PDT)

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i was read some replies regarding the cord thength of these headphones. when you compare them to the standard ipod headphones, how much shorter are they???

Posted by enycekid on July 7, 2004 at 12:02 AM (PDT)

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Great headphones. The EX71's are even better with a more balanced sound! I'd recommend those over the EX70's. My pair broke :(

In short: A great-sounding and comfy headphone for the price-range. Keep the receipt though!

Posted by Kevin on July 8, 2004 at 10:17 PM (PDT)

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These headphones will definitely stay on during your exercises. I do kung-fu and lion dances and they have stayed on during serveral performances. If they stay on during a liondance i am convinced that they will stay on - period. Unless you take them off....
Oh yeah... i use them as ear plugs during liondances, not listening to music as we need to keep in sync with the drum beat.

Posted by Spiderman on July 13, 2004 at 1:56 PM (PDT)

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Problem is cord noise. whenever you touch the cord or make some kind of movement with your haed (chewing, talking), i makes a noise.
Does anyone know how to avoid the noise?

Posted by Raj on July 14, 2004 at 4:49 AM (PDT)

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You can get the white Sony Earbuds from Brando's Workshop in Hong-Kong. They ship internationally for $3

http://shop.brando.com.hk/mdrex71sl.php

I usually buy a lot of PDA accessories from Brando, and they're absolutely reliable. So I got the earbuds from them, too.

Posted by Macounette on July 15, 2004 at 2:57 PM (PDT)

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I have both the MDR-EX51's and the MDR-EX71. I also had the MDR-EX30's in the very beginning.

This is definitely for bass lovers. I don't like a lot of bass actually. I think it's generally kids listening to rap and techno who have no understanding of music who want this crazy amount of bass. Sony is playing into this market. I suspect I'd like the Shure EC3's much more, but at $180 compared to the EX71's for $33, I can't afford the Shure's.

The Sony ear buds are not bad at all. All the idiots who posted they suck either have no understanding of how earbuds really work or they just are trolls looking to inflame. These earbuds will impress anyone who is migrating over from the cheap earphones included with the iPod. But the Sony is by no means perfect. As I said, it's much too overweighted towards BASS response. I don't like this much BASS so I'm not that satisfied, but for the cost, it's certainly not bad.

If one can afford it, I'd suggest the Shure EC3's.

I just ordered my 4G iPod 20GB. Looking forward to finally joining the Pod People. smile

Love live Steve Jobs!

Posted by Lancer on July 20, 2004 at 3:24 AM (PDT)

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hey. does anyone know where i can get the white ones ..but i dont want to get them overseas...does anyone know a US distributor..thanks

Posted by SupraFan89 on July 28, 2004 at 8:47 PM (PDT)

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ok in you guys personal opinon. if i get the one with the longer cable will i miss anything.. cuase they are cheaper.. and i think they dont come with a case.. do they come in WHITE?

Posted by suprafan89 on July 28, 2004 at 8:58 PM (PDT)

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Hi.

I've just got my 4G iPod 40GB from the Apple UK website (great service, btw) and I bought a pair of the MDR-EX71 earphones based on the opinion of the review and everyone's feedback.

All I can say is "WOW!!!" These are fantastic compared to the standard Apple 'phones. They're compact, fit snugly into my ears and are very comfortable to use for hours at a time and the sound is amazing. They have a huge dynamic range, providing crisp hightones and a deep bass tone which I personally find isn't too overpowering. I guess the only downsides are that the midtones are a touch too quiet and that sometimes wearing them makes you feel very isolated, kind of like when you've got a bad cold/flu and you feel bunged up. But overall, these are great and I'd highly recommend them to anyone.

I bought mine in black from Amazon.co.uk for £25.99 plus postage (which is free at the minute if you spend over £25) and I would strongly recommend that people choose the black versions rather than the white imports as there has been a spate of muggings where thieves pick on people with white (iPod) earphones. So beware!

Posted by Loz on August 7, 2004 at 11:20 AM (PDT)

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I own the EX70s and the Etymotic ER6s. For me, the Sony's sound MUCH more muddled but with alot more bass, maybe too much, which migh account for the moddled sound. (EQ set to Hip Hop, I like the Jazz EQ for most songs). Sometimes, the ER6s do sound a little too sharp (some would say tinny?) but it is very rare. If you can afford them, the ER6s are the mickey. Otherwise, the Sonys are good for the price and not surprisingly, different earphone probably require different EQ settings.

Posted by Stephen on August 11, 2004 at 3:11 PM (PDT)

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I have read alot of complains that the mdr-ex71SL has a very uncomfortable short cord and that the am extension makes it too long. IS this true> Shouls i then get the LP model. Does any1 know how the long the orignial ipod cord is. thanks. are these really the vest headphones to get under 60 bucks.??? thanks again

Posted by malchishka on August 12, 2004 at 3:59 AM (PDT)

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Do these sony earphones have a asymetric cord so that you can where them so the cord for the right ear plug goes around the back of the neck ????

Posted by jan on August 13, 2004 at 3:20 AM (PDT)

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29.99 here good deal

http://store.yahoo.com/hypaudio/mdrex71sl.html

Posted by evan on August 14, 2004 at 5:31 AM (PDT)

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LOADS of the WHITE ones on Ebay. I bought a pair and they are FANTASTIC.

They are very good for jogging, sports etc. They have the added feature of a 2 piece lead so you don't have lots of wire hanging down your front!

BUY THEM!

Posted by Stephen Walmsley in London on August 14, 2004 at 3:41 PM (PDT)

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Just got 2 pair of white Sony MDR-EX70SL71 out of Singapore for less then 40 Euros a pair. But the're also availble via http://shop.brando.com.hk/ for those not visiting Asia for 50 USD shipping is cheap and quick with them and the're very reliable. So far ordered some PDA stuff from them.

B

Posted by brencce on August 16, 2004 at 4:45 AM (PDT)

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I'm dissapointed. I can hear the sound is very clear and open but all that bass and highs are really not my thing. Female voices sound distant and don't even think about listening to classical music. And if you wonder what's that funny noise in the background: that's your breath you're hearing.

And yes, the wire is too short without extension and too heavy with it.

I'll keep them for travelling and noise-blocking but otherwise I seriously prefer the original ipod phones - although the quality is less than Sony's.

Posted by Sander on August 17, 2004 at 6:03 AM (PDT)

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