Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD

82 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (69)
Bass quality (31)
Value for money (27)
Design (19)
Portability (13)

Negative
Comfort (30)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 82 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the portability and design. The value for money and bass quality also get good views, whereas there are some critical views about the comfort.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 66/100 = Good quality.

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Consumer review by: djtechie (cnet.com)

MDR-Q55SL A.I.R. Elements of Style Headphones

I've been using these headphones since 2004 when I bought an iRiver iFP-799 player and ditched the headphones the player came with, and I swear by them. I dig the fact that it clips on my ear so it stays in all kinds of conditions, especially when I go...

Quality sounds; good bass; comfortable clip-ons that stay put

No replacement ear buds; extension cord too long; main cord too short

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: (cnet.com)

MDR-Q55SL A.I.R. Elements of Style Headphones

Quality sounds; good bass; comfortable clip-ons that stay put

No replacement ear buds; extension cord too long; main cord too short

Jan, 2007

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Consumer review by: maleico (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-Q55SL LQD

These headphones are the worst purchase I've ever made.

I love the cable

Uncomfortable. Awful leakage. Poor sound (during normal use)

Jan, 2006

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Sony MDR-Q55SL LQD

These headphones are the worst purchase I've ever made.

I love the cable

Uncomfortable. Awful leakage. Poor sound (during normal use)

Jan, 2006

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Consumer review by: Pickle+Bob (cnet.com)

MDR-Q55SL A.I.R. Elements of Style Headphones

These headphones are great if you are looking for small, inexpensive headphones with good quality. However they are hard to get them to stay on. Also, the cord legnth can be annoying because the only way it's long enough is with the extension, which...

Great sound, espicially the base compact size

Have a tendency to flap around, cord legnth annoying

Jan, 2005

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Consumer review by: (cnet.com)

MDR-Q55SL A.I.R. Elements of Style Headphones

Great sound, espicially the base compact size

Have a tendency to flap around, cord legnth annoying

Jan, 2005

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Consumer review by: SkySgt (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD

I am currently looking to purchase a second pair of headphones to supplement my current Sony MDR-828LP earbuds ... Which are still going strong for over a few years now!

Sharp looking design. Sound quality better than most I've tried ... very good bass response

Rattling noise in LEFT earpiece (see cause & fix below). The "behind the ear" clips definitely not designed for a HUMAN ear. What, no carry case

Jan, 2005

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Consumer review by: (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD

I am currently looking to purchase a second pair of headphones to supplement my current Sony MDR-828LP earbuds ... Which are still going strong for over a few years now!

Sharp looking design. Sound quality better than most I've tried ... very good bass response

Rattling noise in LEFT earpiece (see cause & fix below). The "behind the ear" clips definitely not designed for a HUMAN ear. What, no carry case

Jan, 2005

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Consumer review by: arie_fr (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD

Bass is well above average although not perfect, treble and midtones above average. These produce a much better and clearer sound than most mini-component systems with emphasis on the right parts

Sony's design here is pretty useless. Despite looking good, they are uncomfortable to wear and after taking 2 minutes to get these on, they slip off very easily even while sitting

Jan, 2005

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Consumer review by: (cnet.com)

Sony MDR-Q55SL SLD

These things are some of the coolest lookin headphones ever. That's what made me wanna buy them. When they stay in you ears, the sound is great, bass is good and doesn't overpower the acoustics and treble.

Look sexy, affordable, good sound all around

Cords are way too much of a hassle, don't stay put on your ear

Jan, 2005

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Product Specifications

Sony's new MDR-Q55SL/Blue A.I.R. Headphones combine quality technology and a trendy look. If you have an active lifestyle, and the heart pounding bass of Hip Hop and Rock are what you crave, "AIR" will breathe new life into your songs. Their open-air, clip-on design is headband-free, so they slip directly onto the ear and won't interfere with your hairstyle. Featuring a spring action earpiece designed to comfortably cradle various-sized ears, these headphones enable a snug fit, which minimizes sound leakage, offering consistent audio quality. With a 30-mm driver and neodymium magnet, they also deliver a clean sound with lower distortion. In addition, a large turbo duct offers a more powerful, deep bass. Each unit in the Elements of Style line also features a gold-plated mini-plug, adjustable cord and tangle-free cord slider. The lightweight and comfortable A.I.R. Headphones... make them an essential part of your audio on-the-go ensemble. It's a fashion accessory must have!