Sony SBH70 Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
In-ear - behind-the-neck mount
Connectivity
Wireless
Frequency Response
35 - 18000 Hz
Sensitivity
100 dBA

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sony SBH70
Product Type Earphones - Bluetooth - wireless - NFC
Height 7.3 cm
Width 13.4 cm
Weight 25.7 g Worse than 83 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Colour White
Protection Waterproof
Recommended Use Portable electronics, computer

​​The Sony SBH70 are wireless headphones. The wireless connection allows absolute freedom of movement and with that increases the comfort of using the headphones. This feature is very popular, especially when using headphones every day. The limiting factor of wireless headphones is a certain delay in the sound transmission between the source and the headphones (almost indistinguishable for a normal user), as well as the need to charge them (in the case of wired headphones, the headphones are recharged by connecting the cable itself). The weight of the headphones is 25.7 g.

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SOUND QUALITY Sony SBH70
Headphones Form Factor In-ear - behind-the-neck mount
Connectivity Technology Wireless
Wireless Technology Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 35 - 18000 Hz Worse than 93 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 1%
Sensitivity 100 dBA Worse than 68 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Diaphragm 14 mm Better than 82 % of in-ear headphones rated.

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, the wider it is, the more detail you will hear when listening. However, the range a person can perceive is highly individual. The average person is able to perceive frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. So the most common frequency range you will see on the market is 20 to 20,000 Hz. Lower frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz are considered bass frequencies. Therefore, the lower the bottom value is, the better the headphones will reproduce bass. Conversely, values from approximately 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. That is why headphones with a high upper value will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high notes. Sony SBH70 offers a frequency range of 35 - 18000 Hz. The sensitivity parameter determines how sensitively the headphones can receive the signal from the source. The higher the sensitivity value, the louder the headphones will be able to play with less power consumption. In general, a higher listening volume also means a higher power load for the connected device. So if you're buying headphones to listen to music from your mobile phone, for example, this is relevant to think about as you don't want to drain your phone's battery too much. Lower values around 85 dB are more suitable for listening in more quiet environments (for example, at home or in the office). Medium values of around 90 dB can provide good listening quality in noisier environments (for example, on public transport or in cafés). Headphones with high sensitivity values of around 100 dB or more are designed for really noisy environments, such as concerts. The Sony SBH70 has 100 dBA.

An important part of these headphones is the diaphragm, which, simply put, converts the electrical signal into a sound. The thin diaphragm that is around 6 mm thick can react quickly to changes in the audio signal and improves high-frequency listening. However, it is less sensitive to bass. The medium-thick diaphragm of around 10 mm provides a fairly balanced sound profile, allowing you to enjoy both bass and treble. A thicker diaphragm of around 20 mm cannot react so quickly to changes in the sound signal, thus impairing bass listening. However, it is more sensitive to higher frequencies. This model features the 14 mm. Total Harmonic Distortion of these headphones is Audio Output | Total Harmonic Distortion. The value quoted by the manufacturer is usually the average distortion over all reproducible frequency bands. This is not a crucial parameter to decide on when making a decision, but on the other hand, keep in mind that higher harmonic distortion can negatively affect sound quality.

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MICROPHONE Sony SBH70
Microphone Technology Electret condenser
Microphone Operation Mode Stereo
REMOTE CONTROL Sony SBH70
Type Remote control
Controls Volume, play/pause button
CABLE Sony SBH70
Cable Type Headphones cable - 21 m
BATTERY AND CHARGING Sony SBH70
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Capacity 125 mAh Better than 77 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Battery Life 8.5 hour(s) Better than 75 % of in-ear headphones rated.
Standby Time 650 hours Better than 95 % of in-ear headphones rated.

These headphones have a battery capacity of 125 mAh. In terms of headphone battery life as a significant factor in the purchase decision, it depends on what you want to use the headphones for and potentially how often you will be able to recharge them. Headphones with up to a few hours of battery life are more suitable for home use as they will require more frequent charging. Headphones with a battery life of around 10 hours or more are already more suitable for commuting and shorter journeys. However, nowadays you can also find headphones on the market that have a battery life in the higher tens to hundreds of hours. In this case, you do not have to worry about your headphones simply running out of power on longer journeys, and you will not have to deal with constant recharging. The battery life of the Sony SBH70 reaches up to 8.5 hour(s).

The standby battery life quoted by the manufacturer is 650 hours.

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CONNECTIONS Sony SBH70
Connector Type USB (5 pin Micro-USB Type B)
OTHERS Sony SBH70
Compatibility Android phone
Compliant Standards IP57, EN 50304, EN 50332
Service & Support Limited warranty - 1 year

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