Sony MDR-XB550AP

MPN: MDRXB550AP/B  |  EAN: 0027242902961  |  Model:

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Choosist's Ratings

Sony MDR-XB550AP - MDRXB550AP/B Performance, Usage and Feature Ratings
Use Rating
MP3 Player
Outstanding
Musical Instrument
Just Right
Android (headphone port)
Outstanding
Apple iOS (headphone port)
Outstanding
Android (without headphone port)
Outstanding
Apple iOS (without headphone port)
Outstanding
PC or Mac
Outstanding
Use With Headphone Amp
Outstanding
Xbox One Compatible
Just Right
PS4 Compatible
Just Right
PS Vita Compatible
Outstanding
Nintendo 3DS Compatible
Outstanding
Commuting
Just Right
Nintendo Wii U Compatible
Just Right
Nintendo Switch Compatible
Just Right
Video Content (Netflix, YouTube, TV)
Outstanding
Radio
Outstanding
Gaming
Just Right
Audio Books
Just Right
Podcasts
Just Right
Music
Outstanding

Connected Devices

  • Android device that has the usual headphone port.
  • iOS device with a headphone port.
  • PC or Mac for whatever audio you need to listen to while you work or play.
  • Headphone amp to get a much better listening experience.
  • MP3 player for your portable music needs.
  • Musical instrument to listen closely to your output while you play.
  • An Android Device WITHOUT a headphone port
  • An iOS Device where a headphone port is NOT present

All Kinds of Journeys

  • Commuting every day is less boring when you've got these pair of headphones to listen to your playlists or catch-up on a TV show.

Game Console Compatibility

  • Works with the Nintendo Wii U
  • Works with the Nintendo Switch
  • Works with the Xbox One
  • Works with the PS4
  • Works with the PS Vita
  • Works with the Nintendo 3DS

Various Audio Content Types

  • Audio books where you can enjoy listening to a range of narrated titles and written materials.
  • Music for your audio pleasure and entertainment. 
  • Video content which consists of a wide range of media such as TV shows, binge-worthy series and the latest hits from the cinema.
  • Radio which requires reasonable quality output for you to enjoy mixes, news and shows from your favourite stations.
  • Gaming audio in order to fully enjoy the sound effects and rousing music while playing on your PC or console.
  • Podcasts for fun, knowledge and entertainment.

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Technical Specifications

Sony MDR-XB550AP - MDRXB550AP/B Technical Specifications
Specification Description
Design
Headset Type Binaural
Sound Technology
Diaphragm Material Polyethylene terephthalate (PET)
Ports & Interfaces
Connectivity Technology Wired
Connector Contacts Plating Gold