Sony MDR-J 10

1960 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (1272)
Value for money (1003)
Comfort (836)
Portability (176)
Bass quality (175)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 1960 reviews from magazines and websites. Comments about the bass quality and portability are on the whole positive. The comfort and value for money also get good feedback.

sound, value for money, comfort, portability, bass quality

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sony MDR-J 10 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 77/100 = Good quality.

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Expert review by: Jammer (onheadphones.com)

Sony MDR-J20 Stereo Headphones

Inexpensive stereo headphones with a elastomer hanger.

Inexpensive and easy to find. Average sound quality that doesn't make the top end unlistenable. Clean across the board, but could use some meat in the lower midrange and upper bass. Very comfortable to wear when working out

Not as good as the $10 JVC HA-F120s. Bass could use some meat. The elastomer clips are comfortable but why couldn't they fit from the rear and not be visible. Better options are only $20 more

Check the Amazon website here for more information on this product.

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by: Bryan Sherman (the-gadgeteer.com)

Sony MDR-J10 Headphones Review

I decided I need to get in shape. What does a Gadgeteer do when he wants to get into shape? He (or at least me) looks for a technological solution. Since I already own a 3rd generation Nano, I decided to give the Nike + iPod kit a spin. This left me...

Secure Fit ; Comfortable ; Cheap

Not very adjustable

The key performance factor for me was that they needed to stay secure, and feel comfortable. These headphones succeed on both accounts. Here is a shot of them in my ear:

Aug, 2010

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Consumer review by: (amazon.com)

Amazon review summary for the Sony MDR-J 10

alaTest has collected and analyzed 802 user reviews of the Sony MDR-J 10 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.5/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other products on Amazon.com.

61% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2013

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Consumer review by: Casual user (jr.com)

Good for running, working out

Overall very good. The "hooks" that fit over the ear are on the big side - not a problem for working out, but awkward to fit under a bike helmet.

Comfortable","Great Sound","Lightweight

Mar, 2013

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Consumer review by: Samlovessoccerandswim (sonystyle.com)

3 years and counting!! â�¤

These earbuds are amazing and have lasted me years of long flights, being sat on, stepped on, dropped in snow, dropped in pools, being hit with soccer balls, being left in the sand, and even being abandoned at Starbucks in a foreign country but I went...

Extremely durable, long lasting, comfortable, good sound, doesn't fall out

Not noise canceling

Feb, 2013

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Consumer review by: gail (toysrus.com)

Great Price

Love the headphones, but the left side always goes out. This was a great price.

Comfortable ; Good Value ; Great Sound ; Lightweight

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: IronmanChicago (sonystyle.com)

10+ Years User: Best Headphones For Athletes

As a distance runner & triathlete who uses music when I am training and works out hard which means a lot of sweat. In 2000 after becoming frustrated/distracted by ear buds constantly falling out due to sweat and motion, I discovered these Sony active...

Great for runners, People working out, Never fall off, Not intrusive

None

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: DrFood (sonystyle.com)

they have altered the design

Loved these and just bought my 3rd pair, but they have changed the product, im sure my ears didnt shrink, but they now flop around and the sound quality is very poor. Very disappointed!

so far none

shape is revised, sound quality missing bass

Jan, 2013

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Consumer review by: sadfarmdog (sonystyle.com)

good sound; decent price; POOR FIT; WASTED MONEY

Bought these because I have an active life & I'm tired of ear buds always falling out of my ears. These matched my quality & price requirements & looked like they would stay in place. After opening the package, discovered that while the right ear...

Good sound, comfortable, very secure on ear (IF they fit your ear)

may not fit both ears the same => unequal sound

Dec, 2012

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Consumer review by: stackedcreative (bestbuy.com)

Great product

I got these to listen to some mp3s while laying in bed. Typical ear buds won't stay in my tiny ears so I needed a solution with a wraparound capability. They work great and the sound quality is good. The price was really inexpensive compared to all the...

Actually stays in my ears, great price, easy to use

Nov, 2012

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Product Specifications

Sony presents h.ear Headphones for the first time with the MDR-J10 Sapphire Stereo Headphones. These chic headphones feature Vertical in-the-ear design for comfort, a headband-free Clip on Style that follows the contour of the ears, and a Non-Slip, Stable Design for a Secure Fit while exercising, skating, dancing or playing sports. The MDR-J10 also minimizes sound leakage for consistently clear reproduction, while Sony's Open-air design enables you to hear ambient sound. h.ear Headphones are here making listening on the go sound even better.Vertical in-the-ear design reduces size and weight to the minimum; comfortable hour after hour. Clip on style headphones feature a headband-free design where the clips follow the contour of the ears. Non-Slip Design for Secure Fit on Ears fits snugly yet comfortably so you can enjoy music while exercising, skating, dancing or playing sports. Open-air headphones are comfortable to wear, even for extended periods; also allow you to hear ambient sound. 13.5 mm driver is small enough to fit inside your ear. Tangle-free storage cord is adjustable, and makes for easy storage in a backpack, briefcase or purse. Fashionable sapphire hue is ideal for music lovers who want a stylish look.