Sony, a leading brand in the audio industry, has recently announced its latest products for sound engineers and music creators. The MDR-MV1 Reference Monitor Headphones and C-80 Microphone are designed to provide professionals with reliable and high-quality equipment that adapts to the latest technologies and sound trends.
The MDR-MV1 headphones are built with an open-back design that allows for accurate reproduction of a wide sound field, making them ideal for mixing and mastering immersive spatial sound, such as 360 Reality Audio, as well as stereo sound with hi-resolution capability. The headphones provide extended spatial sound reproducibility and accurate sound object positioning within a 360-degree space, as well as clear, hi-resolution, nuanced sound with a super-wide frequency range and accurate soundstage. Their uniquely developed driver units provide ultra-wideband playback (5Hz – 80 kHz) with natural high frequencies, making it easier for professionals to capture localisation, spaciousness and detailed changes in sound processing.
In terms of comfort, the MDR-MV1 features breathable earpads and is intentionally lightweight, soft and fitted to provide a pleasant wearing experience, even after hours of use. The headphones also come with a high-quality replaceable, detachable cable with machined aluminum connectors and a stereo mini-jack adapter for ease of use in a professional setting.
“The MDR-MV1, developed by Sony’s Headphone Engineering team in collaboration with Sony’s Music engineers, provides creators mixing both in studios and at home with a new reliable reference point for modern sound design needs,” said Mike Piacentini, Mastering Engineer, Battery Studio, Sony Music Entertainment.
Sony also announced the C-80 microphone, a uni-directional condenser microphone ideal for vocal/voice recording, instrumental recording, vlogging, webcasting and podcasting. The C-80 inherits the essence of Sony’s revered C-800G and popular C-100 microphones, utilising the microphone capsule derived from the C-100 and a two-part metallic anti-vibrational body structure used in the C-800G. Its “Noise Elimination Construction” also prevents microphone body acoustic vibration, resulting in low noise and clear sound. A dual diaphragm configuration is also present within the C-80, suppressing sonic changes with distance (proximity effect) and allowing more stability in the vocal recording process.
The C-80 provides a tight and rich mid-range capture, allowing for a clear core and presence in vocal sound, making vocals stand out even when mixed with other instrumental sounds. The microphone also reproduces the characteristics of an instrument, such as the sound of guitar strings and the resonance of the body, resulting in a natural and clear recording by suppressing boomy low frequencies and noise when close to the microphone.
“With unrivaled sound quality and thoughtful construction, the C-80 is a great addition to any audio enthusiast’s microphone collection and a perfect complement to Sony’s full line of professional audio technologies,” said John Studdert, Head of Media Solutions, Sony Electronics.
Both the MDR-MV1 and C-80 will be available at selected retail shops and online stores from May 2023 at a retail price of S$539 and S$649 respectively, inclusive of GST. These products are expected to elevate the sound experience for professionals and enthusiasts alike, allowing them to produce high-quality sound with ease and comfort.
