The Sony MDR-M1 Closed-Back Headphones are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of professional audio production. Their ultra-wideband playback combined with a closed acoustic structure offers high sound isolation, making these headphones perfect for detailed and precise monitoring across a variety of workflows.
Bespoke Driver Unit for Enhanced Playback
Equipped with a custom-made driver unit, the MDR-M1 excels at low distortion while delivering a powerful, balanced sound. The headphones can accurately reproduce sound frequencies from 5 kHz to 80 kHz, ensuring a detailed listening experience that captures both low and high frequencies with precision.
High-Fidelity Acoustic Structure
Designed with a closed-back construction, these headphones effectively isolate external noise, allowing for precise audio production in any setting. Whether in the studio or on the go, the MDR-M1 offers a faithful sound reproduction that remains true to the original audio.
Designed in Collaboration with Sound Engineers
Sony has worked closely with renowned sound engineers to fine-tune the MDR-M1 headphones. The result is a set of headphones that faithfully reproduce the creative intent of musicians and producers, offering the listener an authentic audio experience.
Long-Session Comfort
For professionals who spend hours in the studio, the MDR-M1 is designed with comfort in mind. The soft, thick earpads provide excellent cushioning, ensuring a snug fit without causing discomfort, even during the longest sessions.
Easy Maintenance and Durability
With replaceable earpads and two detachable cable lengths included, the MDR-M1 is built for long-term, reliable use. The detachable cables not only ensure easy maintenance but also offer professional functionality, making them adaptable to different audio environments.
Professional-Grade Connectivity
The MDR-M1 comes with a screw-in plug adapter, allowing it to connect seamlessly to devices with either a 6.3 mm or 3.5 mm stereo jack. This versatility ensures compatibility with a wide range of audio equipment, making it a reliable tool for professionals.
Key Highlights:
Studio reference quality for various audio production workflows
Ultra-wideband playback from 5–80 kHz
Exceptional comfort with thick, soft earpads
Closed acoustic structure for high sound isolation
Professional functionality with detachable cables and versatile connectivity
HEADPHONE TYPE: Closed Dynamic
DRIVER UNIT: 40 mm
MAGNET: Neodymium
IMPEDANCE (OHM): 50 Ω at 1 kHz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 5 Hz–80,000 Hz (JEITA)
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (ACTIVE OPERATION): 5 Hz–80,000 Hz (JEITA)
SENSITIVITIES (DB/MW): 102 dB/mW
CORD LENGTH: Approx. 1.2 m/2.5 m
PLUG: Gold, Stereo Unimatch plug 0.25 and 0.13
INPUT(S) Stereo standard plug/Stereo mini plug
WEARING STYLE:Over-ear
WEIGHT:Approx. 216 g (without cable)
In The Box
Headphones cable (Approx. 1.2 m/2.5 m — Stereo mini plug)
Plug adaptor (Stereo standard plug ⇔ Stereo mini plug)
Reference Guide
Warranty Card
Warranty Period: 1 Year from the date of Invoice
Covered: Manufacturing Defects Only
Nearest Service Center: https://locator.sony/?locale=en_IN&profile=consumer%2Fcustomer_support%2Fap&zoom=6&latitude=23.483401&longitude=79.804688
Website: https://www.sony.co.in/microsite/warranty-repair/
Contact No: 1800 103 7799
Sony is a world-renowned brand that delivers high-quality audio products. They offer a range of ANC wireless headphones and true wireless earbuds with cutting-edge technology that promises an immersive audio experience. Sony's Hi-Res Digital audio player provides audiophiles with high-resolution audio on the go. They also offer earphones with superior sound quality and a comfortable fit for extended listening.
I got these cables for my CHU II because I broke the stock cable.
For the following reasons I would say it's a solid recommendation for it's price.
The cables themselves are not as heavy as they might look and more importantly, they are not "stiff, ear hooks are also fairly comfortable.
Also, they don't particularly retain shapes and seem to be freer and tangle free.
The quality on the cables is good, it's been almost two weeks, and I haven't seen any quality issues come out.
The mic quality on calls is decent, very serviceable.
Don't expect upgrade cables to change the tonality of your IEMs.
These don't have a chin-slider, I would have loved to see that.
(THE COOLEST PART, they include a free hard case and tbf it's actually a good case better than some listed even for around 300INR out there)
AUDIOCULAR C03 8-Core Silver-Plated Cable with 3.5mm Jack & Built-In Microphone For IEMs
09/27/2025
Anonymous
Tuned like a blessing formy ears
Tuned like a blessing formy ears, Go for it
SIMGOT EW300 IEM
09/27/2025
Hari Charan
For the price... it's performs seriously... no joke
I use the moondrop free dsp mini with my hidizs mp145 planar iems and the response is amazing. Micro details are good mids are just right. The bass is tight. You'll love it.
MOONDROP FreeDSP Mini CS43198 Portable DAC & AMP - 3.5mm
09/26/2025
Abhishek Survase
First EarBuds Ever!
After searching for around 7 days, I finally ordered these. I have received them just an hour ago. Will update the review in few days. Initial impressions are too good.
MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 Ultra True Wireless Earbuds
09/25/2025
Devadath SL
THE BEST BUDGET IEM UPGRADE CABLE
The Audiocular C03 is an exceptional value for money upgrade cable in the market with a decent mike and in line controls along with amazing build quality thank you The Audio Store for fast Delivery
AUDIOCULAR C03 8-Core Silver-Plated Cable with 3.5mm Jack & Built-In Microphone For IEMs
09/22/2025
Subhansh Gupta
Best Hybrid
Good for Gaming and Multimedia both
SIMGOT EW200 IEM
09/22/2025
soli
smooth audio with wide and clear soundstage
these iems are so clear with wide soundstage and these are small and lightweight and sits flat in ear without building out if u use small tips according to your ear , this is my second iem the first one was kz edx and it was bass heavy after listening to this , i find out that this is what we call iem neutral soundstage. this dsp version allows you to set a fix eq to the dsp and now you can use same eq anywhere you want if it is laptop or tablet or pc without installing an eq software, the app also have community driven eq sharing where individuals can share there eqs you can pick eqs from there to suit your preference
TANCHJIM Bunny Type-C DSP Plug with Mic IEM
09/21/2025
Soumyadeep Mondal
Fabulous Purchase
It is really really good and the vocals clarity is much more higher than the traditional default 3.5mm ports of smartphones. I think, it is a great investment.
AUDIOCULAR SPARK Hi-Res Portable DAC Dongle CX31993 + MAX Amp - Black
09/21/2025
Vijay B. Chavan
Best product
Anc & Transparency mode nice, Battery hrs fullfill & Mic quality top notch,
Soft touch Key function.
KZ AN01 ANC Enabled True Wireless Adapter for IEMs
09/21/2025
Manish M
Best IEM under 5K
Best IEM under 5K. You'll be surprised by the value you're getting.
KEFINE Klean IEM
09/19/2025
Pritom Barman
It's a great and adorable dac at the same time
It's a great and adorable dac at the same time. It fulfills the need without a heavy toll on the pocket.It comes with a 3.5mm to type C converter with High res and moreover a Usb C to A converter.
AUDIOCULAR SPARK Hi-Res Portable DAC Dongle CX31993 + MAX Amp
09/19/2025
Sajal Senapati
Budget Price, Audiophile-Level Performance
While I wouldn’t call myself an audiophile, the Moondrop Space Travel 2 delivers an impressive listening experience that exceeds expectations at this price point. The sound is clean and well balanced, with excellent clarity and instrument separation. Bass is present but not overpowering, and the overall loudness feels well tuned. My only real criticism lies with the case that is the open-top design makes handling the earbuds a little fiddly, and there’s a learning curve to inserting and removing them smoothly.
MOONDROP SPACE TRAVEL 2 True Wireless Earbuds
09/18/2025
Pranay S
a great iem around 2k
crisp details and decent bass. overall, perfectly balanced sound. loving it. Also kudos to the quick one day delivery.
TANCHJIM Bunny Type-C DSP Plug with Mic IEM
09/17/2025
Avipsu Pathak
KZ Castor Pro IEM With Mic, HARMAN target edition
This is my first IEM and kz did an wonderful job making this piece of beauty, paired along with a dac it's even better, the lows are good, the mids and highs are even better, the stereo seperation and audio quality is much better than my previous tws. This tws even got a control switch, if you're an audiophile then this would make a difference you'll feel it, but to other people who uses casually not much of a difference they'll feel, the iem feels premium and the wire quality is good. Lastly thanks audio store for providing this at one of the lowest prices where on other platform this ain't even available, the packaging was excellent and even if the outer cardboard box got a bit deformed but inside the product box were perfect so 10/10 on packaging. The quality of headphones 8.5/10, the quality of the audiocular dac I ordered with this iem 8/10. Overall go for this iem at this price range this is a beast.
KZ Castor Pro IEM With Mic
09/17/2025
Dhanush B
Warm & Relaxing
It's warm/bassy sound is what I like the most. The emphasis is more on sub bass but also not in ur face. Mid bass also sounds clean without being shouty. Treble is really smooth with slight sparkle which is great if ur treble sensitive. I can listen to these for hours at work without being distracted or fatigue. Good fit and build quality. Any genre sounds good on this iem.
AFUL Explorer Triple Driver IEM
09/12/2025
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Anonymous
Klean
Sound is Klean and good build quality
KEFINE Klean IEM
Manthan
Trusted product and great
Trusted product and great quality
7HZ x Crinacle Zero 2 IEM
Mohanakumar Nair
I recently bought the Audiocular D07 Slim
I recently bought the Audiocular D07 Slim, and for the price, it’s a fantastic little DAC. The sound is much cleaner and more detailed compared to my phone’s inbuilt audio. It works great with IEMs like mine, giving clear mids, tight bass, and smooth treble. The build is slim and solid, and overall, it feels like great value for money. Moreover, the customer support from 'The Audio Store' is highly admirable & I must say, best online store in India to buy Audio gadgets.
AUDIOCULAR D07 CX31993 USB Portable DAC & Amp
Aditya Shetty
Nice upgrade cable for the price
I got these cables for my CHU II because I broke the stock cable.
For the following reasons I would say it's a solid recommendation for it's price.
The cables themselves are not as heavy as they might look and more importantly, they are not "stiff, ear hooks are also fairly comfortable.
Also, they don't particularly retain shapes and seem to be freer and tangle free.
The quality on the cables is good, it's been almost two weeks, and I haven't seen any quality issues come out.
The mic quality on calls is decent, very serviceable.
Don't expect upgrade cables to change the tonality of your IEMs.
These don't have a chin-slider, I would have loved to see that.
(THE COOLEST PART, they include a free hard case and tbf it's actually a good case better than some listed even for around 300INR out there)
AUDIOCULAR C03 8-Core Silver-Plated Cable with 3.5mm Jack & Built-In Microphone For IEMs
Anurag Sharma
Good product
I think it is good for starting with iems
KZ Acoustics EDX Pro Wired IEM With Mic
Anonymous
Tuned like a blessing formy ears
Tuned like a blessing formy ears, Go for it
SIMGOT EW300 IEM
Vijay Jadhav
Hidden Gem for Audiophiles in Pune
We are truly fortunate to have a dedicated IEM & Headphone store in Pune catering to audiophiles. It’s rare to find a place where you can audition gear before buying, especially when it comes to in-ear monitors (IEMs) and headphones.
My Experience
Coming from a Disc Jockey (DJ) background, I visited the store with a specific goal — to find a budget-friendly IEM that offers a clean, neutral, and slightly bright sound signature.
The team at the store is very knowledgeable, patient, and truly understands audio preferences. I explained what I was looking for, and they listened carefully to my expectations and guided me through various options. Some IEMs were too bass-heavy or had a V-shaped signature, which didn’t match my taste.
After I told them I was looking for tight bass and a brighter tuning, they recommended the 7Hz Zero — which turned out to be an excellent choice for the price. The soundstage and imaging were surprisingly good for a budget IEM.This review is about my experience visiting the store and their service, not a detailed review of the IEM itself — I’ll keep that short for now.
All in all, I had a great experience, and I highly recommend the store to anyone who values sound quality and wants to try before buying.
Tips for Visitors
- Carry your collection of test songs
Familiar tracks help you judge sound more accurately.
-Be clear about the sound signature you’re looking for Neutral, V-Shaped, U-Shaped, Mid-Centric (Vocal-Focused) ,Bass-Boosted (Warm), Bright / Treble-Focused, Harman Target
-If considering a DSP version of an IEM,
Make sure to test the DSP model itself, not just the 3.5mm version, as the tuning may differ.
Overall - Store is a must-visit for audiophiles in Pune. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced listener, the ability to try before you buy makes all the difference. The staff are friendly, informed, and genuinely care about helping you find the right sound for your needs.
The Audio Store
Kartik Mahyavanshi
The over all experience is great would
The over all experience is great would definately recommend
it provodes a wide spectrum ofsound when used
AUDIOCULAR SPARK Hi-Res Portable DAC Dongle CX31993 + MAX Amp
Hari Charan
For the price... it's performs seriously... no joke
I use the moondrop free dsp mini with my hidizs mp145 planar iems and the response is amazing. Micro details are good mids are just right. The bass is tight. You'll love it.
MOONDROP FreeDSP Mini CS43198 Portable DAC & AMP - 3.5mm
rak shak
Better than expected for the price
was kinda in the middle before ordering this as i didnt knew what to expect at this price but damn its awesome
AUDIOCULAR SPARK Hi-Res Portable DAC Dongle CX31993 + MAX Amp - Black