Sony MDR-NC500D Noise Cancelling Headphones

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Sony has released a new flagship model in their NC range of noise cancelling headphones called the MDR-NC500D, priced at $399.99. The NC500D features a new digital noise reduction engine which Sony claims is capable of up to a 99% reduction in ambient noise at 160Hz. An "artificial intelligence" ability can automatically switch between three noise cancelling modes depending on the noise environment. Power comes from an internal Li-ION battery, rated for up to 16 hours. Two "AA" batteries can also be used to boost battery life up to a combined 28 hours. The NC500D's 40mm drivers are rated at 5Hz - 24kHz frequency response, with 40 Ohm impedance and 102dB/mW sensitivity.