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The Sony Sony EX-500LP is a premium closed earbud headphone that features hybrid silicone earbuds designed for better sound and a more secure fit. The EX-500LP headphone is an upgrade from the Sony EX-300LP in that it features an aluminum body that helps prevent redundant vibration for a smoother bass response and clear mid-high range sound. Like its peer, the EX-500 earbud headphone includes a 13.5mm dome driver that reproduces vocal & instrumental sound with vivid clarity, while also outputting 100mW of peak power along an extra wide 4-28,000Hz frequency range. In addition, the EX-500LP earbud comes equipped with a leather case with a slide out tray to hold the headphones. The Sony EX-500LP headphone also boasts an adjustable Y-type cord with a slider. The Sony EX-300 retails for $129.99 and comes in one distinct colors. Lastly, the Sony EX-500LP earbud headphone features a 1 year limited warranty.
MSRP $129.99
Release date October, 2008
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Features
- Earbud Headphones
- Aluminum Body
- Hybrid Silicone Earbuds
- 13.5mm Dome Driver
- Neodymium Magnet
- Leather Case
- L Shaped Stereo Mini Plug (Gold)
- Peak Power: 100mW
- Frequency: 4-28,000Hz
- Impedance: 16 ohms @ 1kHz
- Sensitivity: 108dB
Available Colors
- Sony EX-500LP (Silver/Black) – MSRP: $129.99
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Competitors
MSRP $80.00
Released February, 2009
Pros
- affordable price
- includes some noise isolation
- 3 sizes of silicon tips for best fit
- Very good bass and overall sound quality
Cons
- noise isolation is potentially dangerous
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220
MSRP $100.00
Released January, 2009
Pros
- available in a variety of colours
- interchangeable tip sizes for a more comfortable fit
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Audio-Technica ATH-CK6W
MSRP $119.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- available in 4 colours
- utilizes a dynamic driver for added bass/punch
- affordable price
Cons
- not as neutral as the SE110 or SE210
- requires extension for normal use
- larger headphone body than most
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Shure SE115
MSRP $79.00
Released December, 2008
Pros
- blocks external noise - allowing listeners to enjoy at lower volume levels
- dual drivers for better reproduction of the full audible spectrum
- three sizes of tips for better comfort and isolation
Cons
- can't share them with your friends
- look the same as the regular iBuds
- isolation is potentially dangerous
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Apple In-Ear Headphones
MSRP $150.00
Released March, 2009
Pros
- KOSS is a well known manufacturer of high quality, low cost headphones
- interesting new dial-in fitting mechanism
Cons
- KOSS is more known for value products that are on average much less expensive than this pair
- somewhat expensive for the majority of consumers
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Koss CC_01
MSRP $149.00
Released February, 2007
Pros
- Sound isolating design with your choice of fitted sleeves
- Comfortable foam sleeves
- Excellent sound quality and clarity
- Modular cable design
Cons
- New foam buds don't retain their shape as well as the old ones.
- Lacking bass
Sony EX-500LP
vs.
Shure SE210
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Pros
- good sound quality with more bass than Shure's altnernative
- large 13.5mm dynamic drivers
- comfortable silicon ear buds
- sound good for a variety of music
- dynamic driver allows for a good amount of bass
- include a bit of isolation
- quality durable metal construction
Cons
- more expensive than the Shure SE210s
- oddly shaped to make room for drivers
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