Pure sound for music lovers
Feel power and precision in your favorite tracks
Give your music the purity it deserves. With a frequency range extending up to 100 kHz, the High-Resolution Audio MDR-1A headphones capture the true essence of each track — so you’ll hear music that’s closer to the original studio master. From deep beats to soaring vocals, sound stays true for an authentic and precise experience.
Comfortable listening
Enjoy fine acoustics from a large driver and earcups that seal comfortably around your ears.
Ultra wide frequencies
Hear deep lows and euphoric highs with a full range of sound up to 100 kHz.
High sensitivity
Play music loud and clear from any home system or portable device with high sensitivity of 105 dB/mW.
Passion for sound
Every subtle note, precisely reproduced
Tune in to clear, balanced sound that stays true to the original recording, no matter how high you turn up the volume. A 1.57 in HD driver with a light but rigid aluminum-coated liquid crystal polymer (LCP) diaphragm gives a more consistent and precise sound across the entire frequency range than a conventional LCP driver.
What is High-Resolution Audio?
High-Resolution Audio refers to a collection of digital processes allowing the encoding and playback of music using higher sampling rates than those used in CDs.
About High-Resolution Audio
Record at a higher frequency than CD
High-Resolution Audio typically records at 96 kHz / 24 bit or even 192 kHz / 24 bit — much higher than CD.
Hear more realistic, emotive sound
While CDs and MP3s top out around 20 kHz, High-Resolution Audio supports frequencies above 24 kHz (as high as 100 kHz on this model) and a wider dynamic range.
Keep sound in
The enfolding design with ergonomic 3D earpads seals music in and keeps distractions out. Acoustics are reflected back towards your ears for the subtlest of sounds.
Balanced audio
With a balanced cable comprising four silver-coated copper wires, and independent ground wires for both channels (in blue and yellow), you hear clear, precise sound.2
Luxurious look and feel
Make your style statement
These iconic headphones look as good as they feel, with a sleek metal headband that perfectly complements plush, black leather earpads.
Pure comfort
Hear more of your music with a closed-back, wrap-around design that fits securely over your ears. Comfortable to wear for hours on end, so you can listen for longer.
Pressure-relieving earpads
Soft leather earpads rise and shape around your ears for a snug, comfortable fit.
Seamless stitching
With smoother materials and seamless sewing, comfort and durability is exceptional.
Pack and go
Take your music anywhere. A sliding metal headband and swivel folding earcups make it easy to store your headphones in a suitcase or bag.
Keep in touch
With an in-line remote and mic, you’ll be able to take hands-free calls whenever they come through on your Android smartphone or iPhone.
Stay in control
Play and personalize your music. Customize your calls. The Sony SmartKey app allows you to control key functions from your headphones.
Give your music the purity it deserves. With a frequency range extending up to 100 kHz, the High-Resolution Audio MDR-1A headphones capture the true essence of each track — so you’ll hear music that’s closer to the original studio master. From deep beats to soaring vocals, sound stays true for an authentic and precise experience.