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product_id: 70461833
title: "Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones"
brand: "sony"
price: "€ 11.28"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 2
url: https://www.desertcart.ie/products/70461833-sony-mdr-xb500-40mm-xb-diaphragm-driver-extra-bass-headphones
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# 40mm Driver 1500mW Power 3.7" Cushions Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones

**Brand:** sony
**Price:** € 11.28
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎶 Feel the Beat, Own the Moment!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones by sony
- **How much does it cost?** € 11.28 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- sony enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sony brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Travel Ready:** Includes a convenient carrying pouch for on-the-go enjoyment.
- • **Unleash the Bass:** Experience deep, resonant sound with 1500mW power handling.
- • **Versatile Design:** Perfect for home music, movies, and gaming sessions.
- • **Comfort Meets Style:** King-size ear cushions for hours of immersive listening.
- • **Wired for Performance:** Reliable wired connectivity ensures uninterrupted audio.

## Overview

The Sony MDR-XB500 headphones feature a powerful 40mm XB diaphragm driver, delivering exceptional bass performance. With a robust power handling capacity of 1500mW and king-size ear cushions, these headphones provide both comfort and high-quality sound for music, movies, and gaming. The 1.2m flat cord and included carrying pouch make them perfect for both home use and travel.

## Description

Product Description          New Extra Bass Series Headphone - 40mm XB diaphragm driver units for Dynamic Deep Bass - Frequency response: 4-24,000 Hz - Sensibility: 104dB/mW.Connectors: Gold-Plated 3.5mm Stereo Mini Plug.             .com              Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones       Sony Sound Direct Vibe StructureClosed, Dynamic Design King Sized Ear Cushions Flat Y-Type Cord Travel Ready     Experience powerful bass through Sony's MDR-XB500 Extra Bass Headphones. The deep bass sound flows through the extra large driver units. Built with a direct vibe structure, the tightly sealed acoustic design allows for a higher level of sound. You will appreciate the closed-design, king-sized ear cushions.      Key Features  Sony Sound Exclusively engineered by Sony, the extra-large 40mm Extra Bass diaphragm driver units accurately reproduce ultra-low frequency sounds and deliver dynamic, deep base reproduction. Additionally, the MDR-XB500 headphones have an exceptionally wide frequency response from 4-24,000 Hz.Direct Vibe Structure Built with a direct vibe structure to ensure high audio fidelity, the Extra Bass headphones feature a tightly sealed acoustic design that allows for a high level of sound isolation which reproduces powerful and extended bass sound.Closed, Dynamic Design Experience the ultimate in comfortable listening with the Extra Bass headphones' over-the-head, around the ear design. The drivers inside the ear cups are angled parallel to your ears to not only reduce pressure, but increase comfort and deliver an unbelievable listening experience.     King Sized Ear Cushion Providing more than exceptional sound, the Extra Bass headphones feature ultra-thick, pressure-relieving ear cushions for supreme comfort and better acoustic performance. Each earcup measures 1.8 inches in thickness and 3.7 inches in diameter. The flat and seamless, cloth-lined headband delivers enhanced wearing comfort.      Flat Y-Type Cord Minimize tangles while you're on the move with the flat yet durable Y-type 3.9ft (1.2m) cord. Also includes a gold-plated, L-shaped stereo mini plug.  Travel Ready  Easily carry your Extra Bass headphones wherever you go with the included carrying pouch.  Product DimensionsWhat's in the box   MDR-XB500 HeadphonesCarrying pouch

## Features

- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Power handling capacity: 1500mW
- Over the head, around-the-ear wearing style (circum-aural closed)
- King size ear cushion (diameter: 3.7", thickness: 1.8")
- Cord: 1.2m flat cord,Carrying pouch
- Design: Over-the-head, Home-music/movie/games

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sony
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Headphones Jack:** 3.5 mm Jack

## Images

![Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41q9ciz+ZdL.jpg)
![Sony MDR-XB500 40mm XB Diaphragm Driver Extra Bass Headphones - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31gVqrd0WqL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I bought a pair of these in 2009 for $50...at best buy. Why are these so expensive are they different?**
A: Wow, 400! are they worth it? i think not due to most phones new configurations(no aux, i would still use an amp). these were awesome and i feel a more appropriate price would have been in the 150 range.  at this time, sony was better than what apple/beats has/had. btw, dont buy bose :\

**Q: is there diffrence between these and the xb600**
A: The Sony MDR-XB600s are not nearly as good as the MDR-XB500s. But if you don't have enough money for the MDR-XB500s the MDR-XB600s are not a bad alternative.

**Q: they used to cost $80. Why so expensive now? Mines broke and Im lookign to buy another one!**
A: If you don't mind buying Used check eBay I was able to buy a 2nd pair for $50 and they work just as good as my original pair going on 6 1/2 years old (originally bought for $80 at best buy in town).

**Q: How's the sound quality?**
A: I ordered these when I was overseas in 2005 or so and I love them.  I had a set of bose  head phones that were smaller in size compared to these but the sony`s sound quality was superior. Even to this date, I've compared almost every beats brand headphone that came out because they were the cool headphones. But not 1 is better than the MDR-XB500!  I tried to part of the "in crowd" but these headphones   just play cleaner, louder and have deeper bass.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Starter Headphone, Great Price
*by B***W on October 19, 2011*

To start off, I will say I'm not an expert on the subject of sound and I haven't owned any great headphones in the past. After reading many reviews on various products, I thought that these headphones would be a great start as far as headphones go. Nearly all of the reviews had positive things to say about these headphones, and I do too. Other reviewers who have more comparisons can critique the sound quality/cons of these, but I will highlight/reinforce what others have said about the pros:-Sound Quality: I am extremely impressed with the sound quality that comes from these. I've listened to a wide array of genres of all different music types, and I am impressed with the quality of all of them. Before these headphones, I was using either my laptop speakers or a set of cheap in-ear headphones. These headphones really give realistic sound with plenty of treble and bass. If you've never owned a good pair of over-the-ear headphones, these are a fantastic place to start in my opinion. They are a great price and sound amazing in my opinion.-Bass: The bass on these is very deep, and most definitely satisfying. If you're used to listening to really cheap headphones, or simple iPod in-ear headphones, you haven't experienced any bass. The bass on these is loud, clear, and does not distort the rest of the tones. I've listened to numerous genres with these including: Country, Metal, Dubstep, Trance, Hip-Hip, and Hardstyle, and i've been satisfied with the bass in all these genres. If you can get a really loud bass track (hip-hop or Dubstep) these headphones actually vibrate your ears; it's awesome.-Comfort: These headphones are extremely comfortable. I have worn some headphones that begin to hurt your ears or temples after a while, and these don't at all. Some reviewers have said that the ear-pads are ridiculously big and while they are bigger than some other headphones, they don't look bad at all. They were most definitely designed for comfort. I've worn these headphones numerous times for 3-4 hours straight listening to music and they never irritated me in the least.-Appearance: Yes, the ear-pads are big. No, they do not look ugly. The ear-pads on these are most definitely larger than your standard over-the-ear headphone but they don't look bad at all. The overall style of the headphones is very sleek, and I have absolutely no problem wearing these anywhere I go. The cord is a 'Y' style that has a cord going up to each driver and they form one. The cord could be a little longer, but I like the style they chose, and the cord looks nice.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reviews are true and accurate get these for the kids
*by E***C on January 20, 2013*

I have several pairs of mid priced headphones that include Beats Sennheiser and now these Sony cans...I was nervous because of the price but these things are sweet. The bass is solid but not as rich and deep as my beats...although people say they are better ..they really do not sound better than the beats solo. They are cheaper and but the bass in my opinion is not as detailed. Make no mistake the bass is awesome and for 70 bucks you get one heck of a headphone. They are also very comfortable but I won't wear them outside too much as they are just too big in my opinion. The beats I can wear anywhere because they are stylish. If your looking for a good headphone for your teenage kids that will likely lose them or tear them up you can't go wrong with these...the kids will love them...and I am enjoying them at home as well. I believe the kids will really like them and they really can't tell the difference in sound in my opinion. For older kids and adults I would go with the beats as they are more refined and stylish and in my humble opinion sound better. I did just order the xb700 as I am starting to build my headphone collection and I found a good deal on them...reviews say they offer better bass and better overall sound. Summing it up these headphones are rock solid...the bass is deep...strong...will vibrate your ears and give you chills if you crank the volume...it is pretty much all bass...for bass heads looking to spend less than a hundred bucks there is no better headphone on the market in my opinion. They are not as refined as the Beats they are not as stylish as the Beats but they are a rock solid buy and a great comfortable headphone for those that love bass like me. I run them on my iPad and classic iPod ...they don't need a lot of power and are very efficient so you don't need a headphone amp....I have an F11 amp by Fio but to be honest I am afraid to give these bad boys any more power as I am already getting chills from the bass without an amp...remember chills from the bass...the highs and mid range are all kind of muddled together ...these are strictly for the base head !

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