While noise cancelling technology has really made listening to our favorite tunes a distraction-free experience, there are still times when you need to be aware of what’s happening around you and pay attention to someone trying to speak to you. A new product from Sony called the MDR-1000X can bring you the best of both worlds: industry leading noise cancelling technology, and customizable options to still be able to listen to ambient noise and the people around you.
The MDR-1000X is the first in the industry to have a Personal NC Optimizer so you will be able to tailor your headphones’ noise cancelling features. It can also analyze the shape of your head and how you often wear your headphones and so you get a “tailor-made experience” whenever you’re listening to your music or watching a movie or TV show by yourself. You also get to listen to your media with Hi-Resolution Audio, which is supposedly the format the artist intended you to listen to. If they don’t adhere to this standard, then the Sony DSEE HX upscaling brings it as close as possible to it.
The headphone’s Quick Attention mode lets you hear the people around you without having to actually remove the headset. If someone taps you on the shoulder to talk to you, simply place your hand on the side of the headphones and you’ll be able to hear them. The Ambient Sound Mode lets you be aware of the sound around you while still having the noise cancellation features activated. It provides a clear balance between the two.
The MDR-1000X has a 20-hour battery life and will be available in two colors, namely black or gray beige. It also comes with a durable leather case. It will be available in the UK starting this October and is priced at £330.
SOURCE: Sony
