The MDR-F1 full-open-air headphones provide top-end comfort and sound quality. Sony's full-open-air system gives you a wider stereo soundstage; it accomplishes this by placing the drive units at the rear of your ears, providing a more spacious sound. The die-cast magnesium alloy frame and super duralumin headband are lightweight and strong. These materials withstand both flexing and resonance. The double headband distributes the small amount of weight evenly, while the leatherette head and ecsaine earpad material provide comfortable materials for next-to-the-skin luxury. The eleven foot cord (3.5 meters) is single-sided to minimize cord tangle.
Sony has installed several key features to
