Sony MDR-AS30G Active Style Headphones (Silver)
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Manufacturer: SonyFormat: CD-ROM
Release Date: 2011-11-12
Model: MDR-AS30G
Color: Silver
Product features:
- Slim/lightweight headphones with a behind-the-neck band
- Flattening structure for ease of portability
- Single sided cord for sports usage
- Short cord (2ft) & extension cord (2 feet) is supplied
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Customer Review: Good Sport Earphones
Summary: 4 Stars
These are behind the neck headphones. They are light, flexible, compact and good travel headphones. They are also good sport headphones and have a sweatproof covering on the ears as opposed to the traditional foam. They secure comfortably over the ear and wrap behind the neck. They are relatively quick and easy to put on, though you might have to stare at them a second to figure out which way to bend them, cause the lie flat at rest. These would be great workout headphones.
Sound quality is better then any other headphones of any type or design that I own save one, my ten year old Aiwa HP-MO34 Crosstrainer behind the neck phones. The Aiwa phones I've had for over 10 years, and subjected to alot of work outs, use and abuse. The cord has never shorted, despite numerous tangles and the phones are not covered in foam and are sweatproof. The HP-MO34 are the best pair of phones I've had and that puzzles me. They came with a cheap crosstrainer CD player which was junk and I ended up pairing the phones to a Panasonic crosstrainer CD player which didn't skip and could be used for workouts. I retired the CD player when MP3 players were introduced but these old Aiwa phones keep sounding better then anything I compare them too. Even a $250 Denon pair of over the ear headphones doesn't sound as good as the Aiwa or this Sony pair for that matter, when plugged into my various mp3 players. I don't understand why a pair of 10 year old headphones sounds better then anything else I have tried today.
Even so, the Sony MDR-As30G at $20 is a great buy. You would be hard pressed to find a better sounding pair for the money. However, the phones do have a few design flaws.
The cord that plugs into your device is just too short, only about 2 feet. If you have a long torso like me, that won't be long enough to plug into your device and put in your pocket. My current cell phone has a foot long adapter cord that the headphone must be plugged into, so the length works out fine for me. But for many people this cord is going to be too short, especially for supposed sport headphones, where you are going to be moving around. Further the cord is pretty thin and I would have to question the long term durability of it.
Also you might not be able to tell from photos, (I wasn't) but these are earbud/behind the neck combo phones. A earnub stick out of the center of each ear piece. I find the nub uncomfortable. I don't like ear buds, I hate the way they feel, and this hard nub inside your ear is little better. I believe earbuds are also worse for your ears then other style headphones.
The behind the neck fit is almost form fitting, but the band that clips over the ears is almost too tight. After extended listening you might start to find these a little uncomfortable.
If none of those issues concern you, these phones will probably work well for you. Even if not though, they are a good buy for the sound quality alone.
Description of Sony MDR-AS30G Active Style Headphones (Silver)
Active style headphones with slim and lightweight behind-the-neck band.Unique Stability Tip provides secure fit in the ear to prevent dropping during sports or work out use.Sony's MDR-AS30G Sports Headphones give you the freedom to enjoy your music and workout without any interference from bothersome cords. These headphones are great for athletes, personal trainers, fitness enthusiasts and those who are continuously involved in physical activity or on-the-go. Enjoy features such as a sweat resistant guard design, rich sound quality, and a cord clip to secure the cord during movement.
Active Lifestyle Design
Perfect for the active lifestyle, fast movements and high-impact workouts, these versatile headphones have a slip-resistant, comfortable fit for all ear sizes. The MDR-AS30G headphones have a slim, lightweight behind-the-neck band with a unique "stability" tip that provides a secure fit in the ear to prevent dropping during physical activity, sports and workouts.
Sweat Resistant
Sony's MDR-AS30G's have a sweat-resistant moisture guard design that allows moisture to pass around the headphones so you won't have to worry about sweat damaging your headphones while working out.
Enjoy your workout without interference
Secure Fit
Perfect for the active lifestyle, fast movements, and high-impact workouts, the MDR-AS30G headphones are versatile and have a slip-resistant, comfortable fit for all ear sizes. A cord clip is included to secure the cord and prevent interruptions during your activities.
Sound Quality
Sound should not be sacrificed during high-impact workouts and activities. The rich sound quality found in these headphones will keep you moving with sharp tones and deep, vivid bass. Cord Adjuster/Extension
Adjust the cord length to suite your needs, using the shorter cord (2 feet) for arm-band use and the extension cord (additional 2 feet) for attaching to a backpack or waistband.
Take to the Gym
A hard carrying case is included to keep your headphones protected while traveling. The MDR-AS30G's lightweight, compact design has a flattening structure for ease of portability in your gym bag, backpack, or your pocket. 
Compact design allows for easy portability
MDR-AS30G Specs
| Driver Unit: | 30mm diameter, dome type |
| Magnet Type: | Neodymium |
| Frequency Response: | 14Hz - 23,000Hz |
| Impedance: | 24 ohms |
| Sensitivity (db): | 106dB/mW |
| Power Handling Capacity: | 100mW |
| Cord Length: | 2ft |
What's in the Box
- MDR-AS30G Headphones
- Hard Carrying Case
- Extension Cord
- Clip
- Warranty Card
Comparison feature
 MDR-AS20J Active Style |  MDR-AS30G Active Style |  MDR-AS35W Sports |  MDR-AS40EX Active Style |  MDR-AS50G Active Style Sprial Neck-Band | |
| Driver Units | 13.5mm | 30mm | 13.5mm | 9mm | 9mm |
| Water-Resistant | ? | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Design | Soft Loop Hangers | Behind-the-Neck | Over-the-head, Lightweight | Earbuds with detachable ear hangers | Behind-the-neck |
| Carrying Case/Pouch | ? | ? | ? | ? | |
| Ideal for Armband Use | ? | ? | ? | ? | |
| Cord Length | 4 ft | 2 ft (additional 2 ft ext. cord) | 2 ft (additional 2 ft ext. cord) | 2 ft (additional 2 ft ext. cord) | 2 ft (additional 2 ft ext. cord) |
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