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Sony MDR-EX51LP Fontopia Headphones | 
| Brand: Sony
Category: CE
Rating:  747 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.4
Dimensions (in): 8.8 x 3.8 x 1
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: MDR-EX51LP
Model: MDR-EX51LP
UPC: 027242613089
EAN: 0027242613089
ASIN: B000095SB6
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| Features:
| • | Closed-type headphones reduces outside noise | | • | Oxygen-free copper cord for corrosion free performance | | • | Four-foot neck-chain cord included | | • | Handles up to 100 watts of power | | • | Includes two sizes of silicon earbuds and compact case |
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Amazon.com Product Description
These Sony headphones feature a closed-type design which reduces outside noise for high-intensity listening. The Sony Fontopia design also helps to generate resonant bass response. The lightweight, in-the-ear design provides a snug, comfortable fit inside the ear. Super-small 9 mm drivers, and soft silicon earbuds provide futher quality and comfort. Two sizes of earbuds are included. What's in the Box
Headphones, compact case and optional earbuds.
Product Description
Sony's first closed-type Fontopia(R) design reduces outside noise for high-intensity listening, helping to generate powerful, resonant bass response. So exercise, dance, or skate with the new Fontopia(R) Headphones. Featuring a Super-light in-the-ear Design for a snug, comfortable fit inside the ear, eliminating the headband, Super-small 9mm Driver Unit, and Soft, Silicon Ear buds, these headphones were created to enhance your on-the-go listening. Two sizes of ear buds are also included which are washable, removable and replaceable. So move to your music with the Fontopia(R) Headphones. Magnet - 400kJ/mA high-power Neodymium Plug - Gold-plated, L-Shaped, Stereo Mini Plug for exceptional corrosion resistance, superb conductivity, low noise Impedance - 16 ohms at 1,000 Hz Sensitivity - 100dB/mW Power Handling Capacity - 100mW Color - Grey Supplied Accessories - Compact case, Second set ear pads Streamlined, Compact Case neatly stores the ear-buds and headphone cord when not in use; vivid purple styling; high-impact case is ideal for carrying in a pocket or backpack New Case Design minimizes cord tangle; partial winding can shorten the effective cord length during use
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| Customer Reviews: Read 742 more reviews...
 Annoying headphones November 20, 2008
J. Nicklin (Hood River, OR)
First off, yes the sound quality is very good and if you plan to sit around the house doing nothing but listening to music then these would be fine. But then if you're not buying them for active use then you should just get a good pair of over-the-head style Senheiser or Grado. So then assuming that one buys this style of headphone for use when running, cycling, working out, etc then sound quality takes a back seat to comfort and ease of use. With the asymmetrical design of the cord (right side is much shorter than left) the right bud is constantly tugging and eventually pulling out of the ear. Also, prior to the bud being ripped from your ear the seal is lost which means that all of the aforementioned sound quality is lost since this style of phone relies on deep insertion into the ear canal for a good seal. If you sweat while working out then the cord will stick to the skin and as the cord slips down (due to the heavy connector Sony uses for the extension) it resists sliding back up as you move your head and then, "pop goes the weasel". I've used these for Spinning and on the treadmill and I am constantly screwing around either trying to push the bud back into my ear, pulling the cable up to provide some slack or replacing the bud after it has been pulled out. The person who came up with this "design" should be fired along with the design team who felt this was a good idea. Typical marketing driving design where a solution is made to solve a problem that does not exist. There are MANY earbud style headphones out there that have as good sound quality as these or better. Avoid this model unless you enjoy holding your thumb up to your ear as you run.
 Nice headphones November 11, 2008
Gregor B. Harlston (Rochester, NY)
Overall, I like these headphones a lot. They are, by far, superior to the headphones that come with the Ipod. I use mine primarily when I workout. It's nice to be able to put them in my ear and not have to worry about them falling out. My only complaint is that I wish the headphone cord were shorter. Occasionally when I play basketball the cord, because of its length, gets in my way. The original Sony headphone design gave you the option to shorten the amount of cord you used. However, the new design no longer provides that option. I wish Sony would bring it back. But overall I am pleased with headphones and quality of sound.
 Really Well Made! November 4, 2008
Emily A. Stefano (NY)
I absolutely beat these things up and they are still fine. I have had them for over a year and I use them every day. I manage to literally rip them out of my ear by hitting the cord just about ever other day. I have had a couple pairs of headphones break on me this way, but these show no signs of wear whatsoever. I have no clue how people are having trouble with the cords.
I also really like the plug. Having it angled makes it much less likely to break when you wrap it around an mp3 player or something like that.
The wire to the right headphone is twice as long as the left one which seems really weird at first, but it's not difficult to get used to.
The sound quality isn't great. Noise can carry through the cord if it rubs on your clothes, but you can't expect too much for $20.
The carrying case is completely useless...just throw it out when you get it!
Great Little Earbuds November 2, 2008
Thomas Falschnamen
These earphones were cheap, and very good quality. I've read complaints about hearing yourself chew, etc... but for me it hasn't been a problem. I have a cheap pair of JVC's (about $10) that produce near the same quality sound, but these are way more comfortable. It's true, the cord is a bit too short, but for all my purposes, it's been long enough.
Regardless, if you're looking for a good set of earphones, then these are worth purchasing. I've also tried Sennheiser's, and I think I made the right decision with these.
FABULOUS FOR THE PRICE October 26, 2008
Cronopio (USA)
I bought these earphones about 9 years ago in Japan (yes nine years ago!). Sony invented the in-ear design, but apparently did not patent it as EVERYONE uses it with inpunity now. I've had my third pair (I lost the two others!) for about 2 years and they are in perfect shape. The guy who posted those pictures of the damaged cables CLEARLY abused them. The sound is far from perfect but excellent given the size and price. And the fit is unbeatable, you could wear them for hours and forget you have them on. Amazing product.
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