Sony Launches MDR-3R Retro USB-C Headphones Inspired by Original Walkman
Sony is bringing back the retro look of its 1979 Walkman headphones with a modern twist.
The company launched the new Sony MDR-3R model, pairing a classic open-air design with a USB-C cable for contemporary smartphones and tablets. The original MDR-3 model accompanied the first Walkman TPS-L2 in 1979, and the new iteration adapts that heritage for users tired of charging batteries and dealing with Bluetooth.
Sony MDR-3R Features Lightweight Design and USB-C Connection
The new Sony MDR-3R model preserves the lightweight, open-air aesthetic of the original while incorporating modern updates. Developed under the H-AIR concept—meaning “tan ligero como el aire”—the headphones feature a stainless steel and aluminum headband structure. They weigh a mere 38 grams and include 23 mm drivers designed to deliver a natural, balanced sound tailored for current streaming platforms.
To personalize their appearance, the headphones come with interchangeable ear pads in blue and orange colors. Because they are wired headphones utilizing a direct USB-C connection, they do not require charging, pairing, or Bluetooth updates.
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