Sony MDR EX15AP Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
In-ear
Connectivity
Wired
Frequency Response
8 - 22000 Hz
Sensitivity
100 dB/mW
Impedance
16 Ohm
Microphone
On-cable

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Sony MDR EX15AP Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony MDR EX15AP
Product Type Earphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series EX Series
Weight 3 g Better than 99 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Colour Black | Blue | White | Pink
Recommended Use Portable electronics

The Sony MDR EX15AP are wired headphones. In the case of studio and professional DJ headphones, a wired connection is a standard and a necessity. In this case, connecting via cable reduces audio transmission delays and prevents unwanted battery drain as it would be in case of wireless headphones. The same is de facto true for gaming headsets. In case of headphones for normal music listening, the cable is rather a relic, although it still has its fans. However, the wireless option is much more popular for everyday use in today’s world.

The headphones are designed as in-ear headphones, which are inserted inside the ear to provide more or less isolation from ambient noise. The level of isolation may vary depending on whether the ambient noise isolation feature is present or not. One of the main advantages of these headphones compared to over-the-head ones is their stackability and easy portability. The weight of the headphones is 3 g.

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SOUND QUALITY Sony MDR EX15AP
Headphones Form Factor In-ear
Headphones Technology Dynamic
Connectivity Technology Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 8 - 22000 Hz Better than 78 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW Worse than 68 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Impedance 16 Ohm
Diaphragm 9 mm Worse than 65 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Magnet Material Neodymium

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, a wider range will allow more detail to be heard during your listening session. However, it is important to note that the ability to perceive frequencies varies from person to person. The average person is able to hear frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. That is why headphone manufacturers usually focus on the 20 to 20 000 Hz range. If the lower values are lower, headphones are better able to reproduce bass tones, as these represent frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz. Conversely, values from 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. Thus, headphones with a high upper limit will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high tones. Headphones Sony MDR EX15AP have a frequency range of 8 - 22000 Hz. The Sony MDR EX15AP reaches the sensitivity values of 100 dB/mW. The sensitivity of the headphones expresses the ability of the headphones to pick up the signal from the source and reproduce it with sufficient volume. The higher the sensitivity, the more easily the signal is converted to sound and the louder the headphones are able to play at a lower power consumption. It is important to remember that high listening volume can consume more energy from connected devices. So if you want to listen to music from your cell phone, it's better to choose headphones with low sensitivity to avoid draining your phone's battery too much. Headphones with a lower sensitivity value (around 85 dB) are better suited for listening in quiet environments, while medium values (around 90 dB) allow for quality listening in noisy environments such as public transport or cafes. Headphones with a high sensitivity value (100 dB or more) are designed for use in really noisy environments such as concerts

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 16 Ohm value.

The headphones are composed of many various components, one of the most important is the diaphragm. Diaphragm transforms the electrical signal into sound and therefore its quality affects the overall listening experience. There are three types of diaphragms: thin, medium-thick, and thicker. A thin 6 mm thick diaphragm responds quickly to high frequencies but less sensitively to bass. The medium-thick 10 mm diaphragm provides a balanced sound profile, allowing you to enjoy both bass and treble. The thicker 20 mm diaphragm is more sensitive to higher frequencies but has a poorer bass response. These headphones are equipped with the 9 mm.

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MICROPHONE Sony MDR EX15AP
Type On-cable
Microphone Technology Electret condenser
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz Better than 99 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Sensitivity -40 dB

The Sony MDR EX15AP has a microphone built directly on the cable. The microphone sensitivity is -40 dB. A lower microphone sensitivity will generally ensure that even quieter sounds are caught. On the other hand, in noisier environments, distortion of the recording may occur. With a higher sensitivity, the microphone will not distort the recording even in noisy environments. On the other hand, the microphone will not pick up quieter sounds. So it depends on the environment and the purposes you plan to use the headphones for.

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REMOTE CONTROL Sony MDR EX15AP
Controls Answer/end, play/pause
CABLE Sony MDR EX15AP
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.2 m
Plated Connector Gold
CONNECTIONS Sony MDR EX15AP
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sony MDR EX15AP
Included Accessories Cord adjuster, 3 pairs of ear tips (small, medium, large)

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