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Introducing the Sony MDR-NC200D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones
A perfect companion for long flights-enjoy music in comfort
Sony's MDR-NC200D Digital Noise Canceling headphones are the perfect travel companion that combines high quality sound and excellent noise canceling capabilities. With a compact foldable design, you can listen in both style and long-wear comfort for the ultimate listening experience. Backed by Sony's reputation for outstanding audio performance, these premium headphones feature an internal digital equalizer that delivers ideal frequency response and high-quality audio reproduction. Experience sound in a whole new way.
Reduce up to 98.2% of ambient sound
Digital Noise Canceling Technology
Immerse yourself in music with a more precise method for noise canceling. Reducing up to 98.2% of ambient noise, the NC200D allows you to listen to only what you want to hear-great music in a peaceful environment.
How it Works
The MDR-NC200D headphones have an inside microphone on each earpiece that captures the exterior sound waves and works together with internal circuitry to create an opposite sound wave. Ambient sound is reduced by synthesizing with a sound in the opposite phase produced by the noise canceling circuit resulting in rich sounds and optimal noise canceling for a more enjoyable listening environment.
Synthesizing with a sound in the opposite phase for ambient sound reduction
Intelligent Auto-Selection
Experience noise canceling optimization with the Artificial Intelligence button. Because not all ambient noise is the same, when pressed, the Artificial Intelligence button will automatically select the optimal noise canceling mode based on intelligent analysis of environmental ambient noise.
Noise canceling intelligence that is optimized for your environment
Monitor Button
Stay aware of your surroundings by using the monitor button to listen to announcements, flight attendants, or any other external sound without taking the headphones off.Passive Listening
Enjoy audio listening even when the power is turned off. You can save the battery if you are already in a quiet environment, or should your battery run out mid-flight and do not have a spare, you will still be able to listen to your music without the noise canceling activated.
Long Battery Life
Experience your music longer with just one AAA battery. Compact and highly portable, the NC200D headphones are ready to last up to 22 hours of noise-free listening enjoyment.
Soft on-ear design allows for comfortable wear
Comfort
Enjoy comfort while listening to your music. The lightweight, super soft on-ear design allows for comfortable wearing over long periods of time. Perfect for traveling, the ergonomically shaped flexible earpads and adjustable headband allow for a proper fit, making them a great companion on long flights.
A unique folding system leaving you space for other travel necessities
Compact Size
If space is limited, the NC200D headphones offer a unique folding system that dramatically reduces the length of the headphones when not in use, leaving space for your other travel neccessities.Travel Ready
Keep the music going on all your trips with the provided travel kit that includes all of the essentials-a premium case to help protect the headphones, an AC power adaptor, and an airplane adaptor.
Travel kit that includes all of the essentials
MDR-NC200D Specs
| Driver Unit: | 40mm, dynamic, closed, dome type |
| Magnet Type: | Neodymium |
| Frequency Response: | 8Hz - 23,000Hz |
| Impedance: | 68 ohms at 1kHz(when power is on); 35 ohms at 1kHz(when power is off) |
| Sensitivity (db): | 103dB/mW(when power is on); 102 dB/mW(when power is off) |
| Power Handling Capacity: | 50 mW |
| Cord Length: | 1.5m, Single-sided |
What's in the Box
- MDR-NC200D Headphones
- Plug-Adaptor for in-flight use (single/dual)
- Connecting cord(1.5m, gold plated L type stereo mini plug)
- Carrying case
- AAA battery
- Operating instructions
- Warranty card
Comparison feature
 MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling |  MDR-NC13 Noise-Canceling |  MDR-NC40 Noise Canceling |  MDR-NC100D Digital Noise Canceling |  MDR-NC200D Digital Noise Canceling |  MDR-NC300D Digital Noise Canceling |  MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling | |
| Driver Units | 30mm | 13.5mm | 30mm | 13.5mm | 40mm | 16mm | 40mm |
| Ambient Noise Reduction | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Digital Noise Canceling with Intelligent Auto Selection | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Passive Listening Mode | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Monitor Button | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Battery Life | 25 hours* | 50 hours* | 20 hours* | 22 hours* | 22 hours* | 20 hours* | 15 hours* |
| Folding/Swivel | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Design | Over-the-head | Earbud | Over-the-head | Earbud | Over-the-head | Earbud | Over-the-head |
| Carrying Case/Pouch | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Product Description
The next level of noise cancellation. Less Noise. More Music. All Comfort.
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129 of 137 people found the following review helpful
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Sony MDR-NC200D Digital Noise-Canceling Headphones
The obvious comparison for any noise canceling headphones, is against the Bose Quiet Comfort series - which is arguably the industry standard, at least from a familiarity and brand recognition perspective. Fortunately, I have a pair of Bose Quiet Comfort 2 and was able to do a good side-by-side comparison.
In my case, Sony edged out Bose and won this comparison. Here's why:
I am not a qualified audiophile, and can't quote impressive specifications and explain in mathematics why one thing sounds better than another. Having confessed that though, I am a very picky listener, and I have a high standard of quality for audio products.
How I tested - I used the Sony MDR-NC200D's extensively in a number of environments, with a variety of music. Environments included sitting in a room with a loud TV going, other music playing, conversations taking place, outdoor traffic and lawnmower noise, and even during a long vacuuming session. Music ranged from hard rock to classical, but for my benchmark side-by-side testing I used Pink Floyd's Dark Side Of The Moon.
I found the Sony headphones to be superior in producing very clear, crisp sound compared to Bose. The most subtle of elements in the audio are crystal clear with very good separation. Bose seems to muddy some of these nuisances, most likely a result of the noise canceling signal they use. Sony is able to block the ambient noise at least as well as Bose (I think slightly better) but without the side effect of dullness to the audio you are listening to. This example won't mean anything to people not familiar with the album, but during "Great Gig In The Sky" you can clearly hear the soft spoken background words far better with the Sony's than with Bose. I did not try to deafen myself with too much volume, but did not experience any distortion at all.
Ergonomics - Slight edge to my Bose headphones here, but very very slight and with qualifications. My Bose set is the over-the-ear design (cups that enclose the entire ear), whereas these Sony's are on-the-ear design. The slight edge to Bose goes to a marginally more comfortable headstrap, and a more secure fit. I found that the Sony headphones were a bit easier to "shake loose" if wearing them during normal activity. The flip side to this is that the Sony headphones seem better suited for longer wear. They don't apply as much pressure to you head and are more comfortable for long periods. For an on-the-ear design, I was very surprised at the quality and comfort of the fit. The padding is extremely good, and creates a great seal against your ear. It will be hard for any noise to bleed through due to air gaps. Sony's unit is lighter than my Bose, which also aids wearability over time.
Miscellaneous :
- The cord attaches better to Sony than to Bose. It seems more secure, and does not have to be in one special direction in order to fit.
- The case is half the size. If you are packing these in your carry-on or shoulder bag, this is important. When stored in their case (which is a good case), the Sony's take up 50% of the space that is occupied by Bose.
- The switch for on/off of the noise cancelling function is better on Bose. I found the switch on the Sony headphones nearly impossible to find and operate with the headphones on. Not a big deal, but can be mildly annoying at times.
All in all, it is a close comparison - and in many ways subjective. I still like my Bose headphones, but I found the Sony MDR-NC200D's to be slightly better. And, when you factor in the price difference... Sony leaps way ahead! A very good pair of noise cancelling headphones that are comfortable and easy to use, and produce high quality sound and very good noise cancelling.
The obvious comparison for any noise canceling headphones, is against the Bose Quiet Comfort series - which is arguably the industry standard, at least from a familiarity and brand recognition perspective. Fortunately, I have a pair of Bose Quiet Comfort 2 and was able to do a good side-by-side comparison.
In my case, Sony edged out Bose and won this comparison. Here's why:
I am not a qualified audiophile, and can't quote impressive specifications and explain in mathematics why one thing sounds better than another. Having confessed that though, I am a very picky listener, and I have a high standard of quality for audio products.
How I tested - I used the Sony MDR-NC200D's extensively in a number of environments, with a variety of music. Environments included sitting in a room with a loud TV going, other music playing, conversations taking place, outdoor traffic and lawnmower noise, and even during a long vacuuming session. Music ranged from hard rock to classical, but for my benchmark side-by-side testing I used Pink Floyd's Dark Side Of The Moon.
I found the Sony headphones to be superior in producing very clear, crisp sound compared to Bose. The most subtle of elements in the audio are crystal clear with very good separation. Bose seems to muddy some of these nuisances, most likely a result of the noise canceling signal they use. Sony is able to block the ambient noise at least as well as Bose (I think slightly better) but without the side effect of dullness to the audio you are listening to. This example won't mean anything to people not familiar with the album, but during "Great Gig In The Sky" you can clearly hear the soft spoken background words far better with the Sony's than with Bose. I did not try to deafen myself with too much volume, but did not experience any distortion at all.
Ergonomics - Slight edge to my Bose headphones here, but very very slight and with qualifications. My Bose set is the over-the-ear design (cups that enclose the entire ear), whereas these Sony's are on-the-ear design. The slight edge to Bose goes to a marginally more comfortable headstrap, and a more secure fit. I found that the Sony headphones were a bit easier to "shake loose" if wearing them during normal activity. The flip side to this is that the Sony headphones seem better suited for longer wear. They don't apply as much pressure to you head and are more comfortable for long periods. For an on-the-ear design, I was very surprised at the quality and comfort of the fit. The padding is extremely good, and creates a great seal against your ear. It will be hard for any noise to bleed through due to air gaps. Sony's unit is lighter than my Bose, which also aids wearability over time.
Miscellaneous :
- The cord attaches better to Sony than to Bose. It seems more secure, and does not have to be in one special direction in order to fit.
- The case is half the size. If you are packing these in your carry-on or shoulder bag, this is important. When stored in their case (which is a good case), the Sony's take up 50% of the space that is occupied by Bose.
- The switch for on/off of the noise cancelling function is better on Bose. I found the switch on the Sony headphones nearly impossible to find and operate with the headphones on. Not a big deal, but can be mildly annoying at times.
All in all, it is a close comparison - and in many ways subjective. I still like my Bose headphones, but I found the Sony MDR-NC200D's to be slightly better. And, when you factor in the price difference... Sony leaps way ahead! A very good pair of noise cancelling headphones that are comfortable and easy to use, and produce high quality sound and very good noise cancelling.
39 of 41 people found the following review helpful
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I am not a frequent flyer, but take four or five airline trips a year. My travelling companions are usually an iPod for background music and a totebag full of books...essential to the journey, but problematic. After about 30 minutes, my ears ache from the earbud and one arm is stretched past my knees from lugging the books. On board, the noise of the engines overwhelms the the iPod, and after struggling to get the carry-ons wedged under the seat and buckling my seatbelt, I'm pretty much stuck with whatever book I have in hand, whether or not it turns out to be any good. These Noise-Cancelling Headphones (and the Kindle) eliminate those problems.
The Sony MDR-NC200D Digital Noise-Canceling Headphones are very comfortable. Most headphones are heavy, bulky and make me feel like I'm wearing a Prussian helmet. These are lightweight and compact, and so comfortable, I'm barely aware of wearing them.
They do a very good job of eliminating outside noises. Some reviewers complain that sound is distorted when the volume is high. This isn't a deal killer for be because I keep them set at a moderate level...I like my background music to stay in the background and don't think it's realistic to expect these speakers and an iPod to provide the same quality of sound that you'd get from an expensive set of speakers. You can also plug the headphones into the airline's entertainment system and save yourself yet another annoying surcharge...while getting much better sound than on the headsets the carriers provide.
Because the headphones are so small, you can tuck them into a purse or briefcase and bring them out whenever needed to prevent falling into a boredom induced coma...like when sitting in the dentist's waiting room or standing on line at the DMV.
I've tried two other noise-cancelling headphones, including a borrowed Bose QuietComfort 15, which I understand cost quite a bit more. The Sony version is lighter and, for my admittedly untrained ears, comparable in sound quality. Unless you are a connoisseur and have an ear that is attuned to the subtleties of a coloratura's performance or are able to discern and become enraptured by the nuances of an arpeggio, these will do the job.
The Sony MDR-NC200D Digital Noise-Canceling Headphones are very comfortable. Most headphones are heavy, bulky and make me feel like I'm wearing a Prussian helmet. These are lightweight and compact, and so comfortable, I'm barely aware of wearing them.
They do a very good job of eliminating outside noises. Some reviewers complain that sound is distorted when the volume is high. This isn't a deal killer for be because I keep them set at a moderate level...I like my background music to stay in the background and don't think it's realistic to expect these speakers and an iPod to provide the same quality of sound that you'd get from an expensive set of speakers. You can also plug the headphones into the airline's entertainment system and save yourself yet another annoying surcharge...while getting much better sound than on the headsets the carriers provide.
Because the headphones are so small, you can tuck them into a purse or briefcase and bring them out whenever needed to prevent falling into a boredom induced coma...like when sitting in the dentist's waiting room or standing on line at the DMV.
I've tried two other noise-cancelling headphones, including a borrowed Bose QuietComfort 15, which I understand cost quite a bit more. The Sony version is lighter and, for my admittedly untrained ears, comparable in sound quality. Unless you are a connoisseur and have an ear that is attuned to the subtleties of a coloratura's performance or are able to discern and become enraptured by the nuances of an arpeggio, these will do the job.
53 of 61 people found the following review helpful
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I just recently received these new headphones by Sony. I have had a run of headphones of all types over the last couple of years. A number of computers and stereos in different locations has me enjoying each one having their own. And I have never found any pair that I have been so satisfied with that has me being partial to any one model. These Sony 200Ds are my latest. I'll be the first one to admit that despite the number I have owned over the years, I am not a true audiophile. I will not compare the raw statistics between models. I simply can tell you about what I hear, and of the quality of them and their comparison to others I own...
Right out of the box I can tell you that these 200Ds may be the most quality set of phones I have ever held. The leather on the headset as well as the pads are of a very high quality, and they are extremely well made and top of the line through out. The phone pads themselves are not the over the ear type despite their appearance in the picture, but very thickly padded ones that sit upon the ear with a very tight and solid, but comfortable fit. The leather on these phones is butter soft). One pad holds the single AAA battery, (not included) that runs the noise reduction system, and its very easy to install. Buttons on the battery pad controls the noise reduction on and off, a noise reduction test button that determines what mode of noise reduction is detected, (Just press it and it does it all for you automatically. Do it once and that's it, unless you move or the noise in the room changes), and a cancel button to temporarily shut the NR off. As far as these phones actual performance, switching the NR on definitely brings the quality of these phones front and center. The highs are very distinct and sharp and the clarity outstanding. The bass is not the best I have ever heard, but certainly is not substandard. Switching off the NR one can easily hear the quality of the music suffer. Both in the treble and the bass. Listening to these babies with the NR activated is definitely the way to go. The buttons on the side of the pad are a little hard to find while wearing them, and its also quite easy to hit them while just adjusting the pads. But you get used to them rather quickly and in my opinion it is not that big a deal.
Now for the one big downside of these phones. I found that listening to these at a high volume caused a very discernible distortion in them. A very evident and annoying static that was present throughout, and that most definitely in my opinion is a major fail. Several other reviewers here mention it as well. If you like to listen to music at high volume, even if its just occasionally, you can't help but notice it. To say how high the volume has to be to hear the distortion is an effort in futility here. For how loud something is, is a relative issue to each of us individually. In my opinion I wasn't listening to any music through these phones that loudly to justify the distortion that was very obviously present. Sometimes its not a constant distortion but one that materializes here and there depending on the music you are listening too. If it's a form of music like classical for example that can go from very subdued to decibel pressing all at once, it will appear at the high end and be very irritating, even at relatively medium volumes. Even Sony acknowledges that these phones can cause distortion at high volume, for in the instruction booklet included it advises you under "troubleshooting" to turn down the volume of your source when distortion is detected. Distortion is something that is always present, or at least at risk in any speaker system when one is using high volume. Whether it be head phones or your home speakers. However it is simply my opinion that these 200Ds reach that level of distortion at a volume much too low, and also that it is prevailing throughout at that volume. Turning off the NR when listening to music louder of course eliminates the distortion. But then you suffer the quality of the tone that the NR system provides before mentioned. NR is not like a loudness contour on a stereo where it is not that noticeable on or off at high volumes. The NR and the corresponding loss of quality is evident at any volume. At least in this model anyway.
In conclusion, these Sony 200Ds are a very quality made and feeling set of headphones that are comfortable to wear and perform flawlessly.....At low to medium volume. The NR system is one of the best I have ever tried, and I was very impressed with the range of music I listened too with them. However as noted already, that performance suffers proportionately when you crank up the volume, and I found it not to be a reasonable amount of volume before that happens. For this reason I would consider carefully how you listen to music before buying these, and, whether you feel the comfort and quality are worth the price of these knowing you may be turned off by the distortion if you get carried away and turn it up. In my opinion its an important consideration, and these phones are not cheap. For that reason the best I can do for the Sony 200Ds is 3 stars....
Right out of the box I can tell you that these 200Ds may be the most quality set of phones I have ever held. The leather on the headset as well as the pads are of a very high quality, and they are extremely well made and top of the line through out. The phone pads themselves are not the over the ear type despite their appearance in the picture, but very thickly padded ones that sit upon the ear with a very tight and solid, but comfortable fit. The leather on these phones is butter soft). One pad holds the single AAA battery, (not included) that runs the noise reduction system, and its very easy to install. Buttons on the battery pad controls the noise reduction on and off, a noise reduction test button that determines what mode of noise reduction is detected, (Just press it and it does it all for you automatically. Do it once and that's it, unless you move or the noise in the room changes), and a cancel button to temporarily shut the NR off. As far as these phones actual performance, switching the NR on definitely brings the quality of these phones front and center. The highs are very distinct and sharp and the clarity outstanding. The bass is not the best I have ever heard, but certainly is not substandard. Switching off the NR one can easily hear the quality of the music suffer. Both in the treble and the bass. Listening to these babies with the NR activated is definitely the way to go. The buttons on the side of the pad are a little hard to find while wearing them, and its also quite easy to hit them while just adjusting the pads. But you get used to them rather quickly and in my opinion it is not that big a deal.
Now for the one big downside of these phones. I found that listening to these at a high volume caused a very discernible distortion in them. A very evident and annoying static that was present throughout, and that most definitely in my opinion is a major fail. Several other reviewers here mention it as well. If you like to listen to music at high volume, even if its just occasionally, you can't help but notice it. To say how high the volume has to be to hear the distortion is an effort in futility here. For how loud something is, is a relative issue to each of us individually. In my opinion I wasn't listening to any music through these phones that loudly to justify the distortion that was very obviously present. Sometimes its not a constant distortion but one that materializes here and there depending on the music you are listening too. If it's a form of music like classical for example that can go from very subdued to decibel pressing all at once, it will appear at the high end and be very irritating, even at relatively medium volumes. Even Sony acknowledges that these phones can cause distortion at high volume, for in the instruction booklet included it advises you under "troubleshooting" to turn down the volume of your source when distortion is detected. Distortion is something that is always present, or at least at risk in any speaker system when one is using high volume. Whether it be head phones or your home speakers. However it is simply my opinion that these 200Ds reach that level of distortion at a volume much too low, and also that it is prevailing throughout at that volume. Turning off the NR when listening to music louder of course eliminates the distortion. But then you suffer the quality of the tone that the NR system provides before mentioned. NR is not like a loudness contour on a stereo where it is not that noticeable on or off at high volumes. The NR and the corresponding loss of quality is evident at any volume. At least in this model anyway.
In conclusion, these Sony 200Ds are a very quality made and feeling set of headphones that are comfortable to wear and perform flawlessly.....At low to medium volume. The NR system is one of the best I have ever tried, and I was very impressed with the range of music I listened too with them. However as noted already, that performance suffers proportionately when you crank up the volume, and I found it not to be a reasonable amount of volume before that happens. For this reason I would consider carefully how you listen to music before buying these, and, whether you feel the comfort and quality are worth the price of these knowing you may be turned off by the distortion if you get carried away and turn it up. In my opinion its an important consideration, and these phones are not cheap. For that reason the best I can do for the Sony 200Ds is 3 stars....
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
great for the price
I hesitated to purchase a the new price. The refurbished price of 50% made them a worthwhile purchase. These are great headphones. Read more
Published 1 month ago by W. Sullivan
5.0 out of 5 stars
great head phones
Great sound quality as i always expect from Sony, base not too high. Rich clear sound loved these head phones.
Published 1 month ago by TT
4.0 out of 5 stars
Nice headphones for travel
Noise cancelling feature works quite well. They fit a little snug on the ears but very good quality and a reasonable price.
Published 1 month ago by Dean Dobranich
1.0 out of 5 stars
not for me
They fit me funny on my head. Maybe it's me but they were really rounded and looked odd to me when on. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Edison Carter
4.0 out of 5 stars
I like them.
These are the best noise canceling headphones for the price if you buy them used here on Amazon. For less than $100 you cannot do better. They are well made. Fit great. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Mathew Meyerotto
5.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect for my use!
I'm a student and sometimes my apartment isn't as quiet as I need it to be (i.e. the neighbors play their music loud, and the people below me have a teenage girl who likes to... Read more
Published 2 months ago by John
1.0 out of 5 stars
Perfect but for one fatal flaw
There's little else to add beyond the other reviews here: These are nice headphones, they sound great, they reduce ambient noise well, they're comfortable, they look and feel... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Piano Quartz
4.0 out of 5 stars
battery powered noise reduction inefficient
Noise reduction, comfort of headset are good. The AAA battery that powers the noise reduction is insufficient for use over 3 hours. Read more
Published 3 months ago by customer
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great headphones
I travel at least once a month for work and had always debated if it was worth it to buy noise canceling headphones. Read more
Published 3 months ago by RES
4.0 out of 5 stars
Best Noice-Cancelling Headphones to Date
Great Headphones.
Noise Cancellation works great onboard planes.
Frustrated at position of the noise-cancelling button. Read more
Noise Cancellation works great onboard planes.
Frustrated at position of the noise-cancelling button. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Douglas L. Ramsdell
