The lightweight, open-back design remains, complete with the distinctive blue and orange ear pads. Even the packaging and user manual look like they’re from the 1970s.
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Of course, a lot has happened since the heyday of cassette tapes. The classic headphone jack has been swapped for USB-C, and the cable now features both a microphone and remote control. No battery is required, so there’s no need for charging or Bluetooth pairing. Sony also retained the original 23-millimetre driver and fine-tuned the sound so it replicates how they sounded back in 1979.
As if that dose of nostalgia weren’t enough, there’s also a special Stranger Things edition, featuring details inspired by the Netflix series, including an engraved logo and unique packaging.
The Sony MDR-3R is available now for $59.99, while the Stranger Things edition costs $79.99.