Sony MDR-DS6500
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According to our headphones expert
The Sony MDR-DS6500 will bring full-blown movie theater sound to your home. The wireless, over-ear headphones with 7.1ch surround sound experience and special movie theater, game, and speech modes guarantee the perfect sound for every situation. When in use, the digital signal automatically tunes itself and has an operating range of about 100 meters. With up to 20 hours of battery life on 1
battery charge,
you'll have plenty of time to peacefully enjoy your music, movie, or game. After use, place the Sony MDR-DS6500 on the charger and it'll immediately be charging for another round.
Type of ear cushions | Over-ear | |
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Bluetooth | ||
Noise canceling | ||
Sound quality according to customers | Good | |
Carrying comfort according to customers | Good | |
Built-in microphone |
5 stars
33
4 stars
34
3 stars
2
2 stars
0
1 star
0
Choice Before I received this Sony, I had already tried 3 other wireless headphones. Namely the Sony MDR-1RBT that works via bluetooth and cost 250 euros, and twice the Philips SHD 9200 which falls in the same price category as the product I am now writing about. The MDR-1RBT from Sony had nice sound, but because it worked via bluetooth I had short and poor range. So return. Then opted for the Philips SHD9200. This one was comfortable on my head and looked nice. Unfortunately, the wireless radio connection kept dropping. Returned and received a new copy, who immediately had the same problem plus an electric hum. So back again. Then took some time to research. Asked questions on forums and read many reviews. However, it always remains a risk with wireless connections, because no house is the same. Ultimately opted for this Sony MDR-DS6500 because of good reviews regarding the wireless connection.
Installation and use Installation is as easy as the other products I've tested before. You put the docking down, plug in the power and audio cables, and push the headphones on to charge for the first time. The headset has a built-in battery. This can only be replaced by Sony, but from experience I know that if it ever becomes necessary, I can order such a battery on ebay. When charging, the red light on the headset is on. Charging was complete after 2 hours (red light off). Finally time to test. When you lift the headset, you have to press the power button for 4 seconds. Then he's on. If there is no sound for a long time, it will turn off. Then you only have to connect it back for 1 second, and switch it on again and the wireless connection is optimal again. The volume knob on the headphones takes some getting used to. This one is deeply concealed and has a relief that doesn't really help with locating with your fingers. However, I kept the headphones under the light, turned the volume to 8 and after that I didn't get any further. I only control volume via the computer. On the dock are buttons with which you can turn compression on/off, switch between analog and digital input (so you can connect 2 devices), and choose a sound effect (cinema, speech, game, normal). The only one of those buttons I use on the dock is the Compression button. What this does: without compression you have original sound, with one youtube video, for example, being louder than the other. As a result, you are playing with volume a lot. With compression on, there is less sound difference. However, I usually have the compression off because there is a reason why I want to give one application less volume than another. When listening to a concert or CD, the compression can be turned on again, because this gives a fuller and more powerful output. In layman's terms: even harder, even better! I think many bass lovers will have this button on by default. I usually go for original sound. I can be brief about the sound effect switch: superfluous. Cinema, speech and game effects equalizing I find really old-fashioned. It may be useful for the elderly/hard of hearing to use the 'speech' function during the news so that speech becomes clearer. The game and cinema effect don't make the sound better in my opinion.
Material Everything is made of plastic. But I already knew this beforehand, so I agreed. The headset's shiny plastic is receptive to finger marks, but because it's black you won't see this easily unless you hold it up to the light. So acceptable. Aesthetically, both the dock and the headphones are simply ugly. And I'm referring in particular to the brackets on which the earpads are hung. But at the same time, the dock is very practical and sturdy. And you won't see the headset if you have it on your head yourself. I really went for good range, with no noise or glitches. Design was absolutely secondary to this. The shells fit well on your ears, giving an above-average pressure. They do get a bit warmer than the fabric shells I was used to from other models. There is a black leather-looking foil around the shells. This is certainly a drawback for durability, because foil will start to crack after a number of years. But after those few years I can see further. I have long been happy that I have good sound without problems with range.
Sound This Sony has good reception via WiFi signal at 2.4 GHz. I knew this could cause interference, as many modems and routers also broadcast on this frequency. I saw a review on youtube that elaborated on this. Turns out you just need to keep a few feet away between these devices. I have the wireless router 5 meters to the left of my docking station and have no problems. I live in an apartment and also have a lot of WiFi signals from neighbors. Despite all that, I can freely walk around my apartment without any interference or dropping out. And that's great and it turns out: reading the reviews has proven its worth. You only hear sound distortion when you walk past an active microwave. But that's what I've experienced with all wireless headphones. The sound is decent for wireless headphones in this price range. Yes, I know that a 100 euro more expensive headset has better sound, but do they also have such good reception..? Often not is my experience. What these headphones do better than others I tested is give plenty of volume with a full sound. I think people who like dance genres will enjoy this. I also find it useful that it can perform quite decently when I watch a concert. The 7.1 surround sound is a bit exaggerated. Assume that the headphones can properly represent where sound is coming from. Better than the Philips headset that costs the same in any case. I would give the sound an 8. It's just neat for a wireless headset in this price range, plus no glitches.
Conclusion For a wireless headset in the range of 100 - 150 euros, this is a good choice. You can walk through your house with it without connection problems, in my experience. Besides the fact that the earpads get a bit warm and the design can simply be called ugly, you have a good range and a decent sound.
Rik
16 October 2014
Automatically translated from Dutch
I admit it, as the years go by I will hear less. I turned the TV up louder, which not everyone in the house could always appreciate. I bought these Sony headphones and I must say. I am more than satisfied. Nice sound, easy to connect and the TV sound just stays on for the others in the house, while the volume can be adjusted individually with the headphones. Watching movies becomes a sensation again due to the Surround effect. Very easy to connect and install.
Hans
27 March 2014
Automatically translated from Dutch
An absolutely beautiful clip for both Blu-ray and music viewing.
DEFINITELY worth the money.
Renaldo
8 May 2014
Automatically translated from Dutch
The Sony MDR-DS6500 was rated best by independent consumer website Kieskeurig.
Product number | 208929 | |
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Manufacturer code | MDRDS6500.EU8 | |
Brand | Sony | |
Warranty | 2 years | |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Weight in grams | 320 g | |
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Color | Black | |
Material | Plastic | |
Built-in microphone |
Sound reproduction | Stereo | |
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Impedance | 66 O | |
Hi-Res audio | ||
Volume limit | ||
Active headphones | ||
Noise canceling |
NFC | ||
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Bluetooth |
Detachable cable | ||
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Ribbon cable | ||
Coil cable | ||
Braided sleeve | ||
Remote in cable |
Sound quality according to customers | Good | |
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Carrying comfort according to customers | Good |
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery |
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Water-resistant |
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Type of ear cushions | Over-ear | |
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Types of design | Closed | |
Foldable | ||
Rotatable ear cups | ||
Ear cushion material | Leather (skai) | |
Physical buttons ear cups | ||
Touchpad ear cup | ||
Remote control on ear cups | ||
Volume control ear cup |
Awards NL/BE | Kieskeurig | |
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Best tested |
