Sony MDR-MV1

Launched Jul 2023 · Wired

73
GoodGifng score
Good for comfortGood for musicGood for gaming

Usual price₹24,990

Where to buy

Usual price ₹24,990 · launch price ₹39,990

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Score breakdown

Sound
78

Spacious and detailed; upper bass overdone, mids a bit murky

Noise cancelling
8

Open-back: no isolation

Features
22

Detachable locking cable, flat-lying cups; no mic or case

Calls
5

No microphone

Comfort & fit
86

Light, cushy pads, right clamp; comfy for hours

Each part is rated on one scale for every earbud and headphone, from lab test measurements where they exist, what reviewers found, specs and owner reports. It rates the product itself, not how good it is for the price.

Pros

  • Very comfortable (9.5/10)
  • Replaceable cable; cups lie flat
  • Helpful for editing and checking sound
  • Crisp, detailed sound and a spacious stage
  • Weighty bass for an open-back
  • Light, well cushioned, fine for hours
  • Wide stage and sharp imaging, great for games

Cons

  • Strong bass boost; needs EQ for most uses
  • No isolation at all
  • Expensive
  • Bass sometimes overdone, slowing rhythm
  • Slightly peaky treble limits balance
  • Less musically engaging than the best wired rivals
  • Warm, boomy upper bass and murky mids
  • SoundGuysApr 2025

    A capable tool for content creators, but too bass-heavy to be a first pair for everyday music without EQ.

  • What Hi-FiMay 2024

    Gets a lot right with clear, roomy, punchy sound and great comfort, though not class-leading. Sound 4, build 5, comfort 5.

  • GSMArenaOct 2023

    Misses as a mixing reference and is pricey at full price; good for music and especially gaming, worth it at a discount.

  • FoneArenaAug 2023

    Excellent open-back reference monitors with neutral tuning, wide stage and great comfort. Indian review.

Full specs

Sound
Drivers40 mm dynamic
Hi-Res audioYes
Spatial audioNo
EqualiserNone
Noise cancelling
ANCNo
Transparency / ambient modeNo
Battery
Wireless chargingNo
Connection
Multipoint (two devices at once)No
Quick pairingNo
Wired optiondetachable 2.5 m cable with 6.3 mm plug, screw-lock, plus 6.3-to-3.5 mm adapter
AppNo
Build & fit
Weight223 g
Controlsnone
In-ear detectionNo
FoldableNo
Other
Warranty1 year
ColoursBlack

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