XBA-1IP
Headphones for iPod®& iPhone®
Step up to Sony® Balanced Armature. A revolution in audio with the world’s
only drivers optimized for music enjoyment. Rediscover every note and all
the emotion of your favorite music with in-line iPod®/iPhone® control1. A full
range driver delivers a sublime audio experience. You won’t believe your
ears.
Sound Story
Compared to conventional Dynamic drivers, Balanced Armature drivers reproduce a smooth,
broad and even frequency response with notable vocal clarity. Sony
are tuned for higher or lower frequency response, as well as combined to emphasize certain
sound characteristics.
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Balanced Armature drivers
Balanced Armature Driver
Newly developed micro-size, full-range driver units deliver detailed and transparent sound
reproduction. Be it your favorite vocalist, driving bass line, piano, guitar or drum solo, hear even
the most subtle musical details with tremendous clarity. Get reacquainted with your favorite
music.
Made for iPod®/iPhone®/iPad®
Full integration for iPod®, iPhone® and iPad®.1 The in-line remote gives you volume and track
controls (Play, Stop, Next/Prior) for iPod
easy to take calls through it all.
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, iPhone® or iPad®, and the built-in microphone makes it
VoiceOver support
The simple press of a button activates VoiceOver mode, where the iPod® states the name of the
currently playing song or
playlist (on enabled devices).
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Double Layer Housing
It’s in the details… A special, liquid crystal polymer inner housing provides the necessary rigidity
for smooth frequency response, while an ABS outer housing suppresses vibrations for clear midhigh frequency sound reproduction. The result is rich audio performance.
Wearing Comfort
The ultra-compact design of a Balanced Armature (BA) earbud allows for a natural in-ear t and
improved long-term comfort.
Noise Blocking Design
Sony® XBA-Series earbuds aord a comfortable t that also results in signicantly lower sound
leakage levels, both in or out, allowing you uninterrupted access to your music.
Secure Fit
Hybrid silicone earbuds come in 4 sizes to ensure a tailored t that further maximizes overall sound
quality and comfort.
Noise Attenuation
Noise isolation earbuds (Included: Small, Medium, and Large) not only provide an outstanding t,
but also utilize pressure relieving urethane foam to further reduce ambient noise.
Specications
Audio
Driver Unit
Frequency Response
Impedance
Closed, Balanced Armature
5 - 25,000 Hz
24 ohms at 1 kHz
Sensitivity (db)
Volume Control
Audio Features
Ear Cups
Convenience
Remote Control Functions
General
Case Type
Plug
Type of Use
Hardware
Cord
Headphone Type
Microphone
Inputs and Outputs
Digital Audio Input(s)
Microphone Input
Power
Power Handling Capacity
Weights and Measurements
Weight (Approx.)
Accessories
Supplied Accessories
108 dB/mW
+/- Button
N/A
Volume, FF, RW, Play, Pause, Mic
Carrying Pouch
Four-conductor gold-plated stereo mini plug for iPod with remote function
Portable
47 1/4 in. (1.2 m), OFC Litz cord neck-chain
Vertical in-the-ear style earbuds
Electret Condenser
CompatibilityThe terms: iPod, iPhone and iPad are collectively described as “iPod” except in special
cases.
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPod touch
iPod touch 3rd generation
iPod touch 2nd generation
iPod nano
iPod nano 5th generation
iPod nano 4th generation
iPod classic
iPod shue
iPod shue 3rd generation
iPad®
Omni Directional, In-Line Microphone
100 mW (IEC)
6 g (0.21 oz) without cord
Hybrid Silicone Earbuds - SS (2), S (2), M (2), L (2)
Noise Isolation Earbuds - S (2), M (2), L (2)
Operating Instructions (1)
Warranty Card (1)
Cord Adjuster (1)
Carrying Pouch (1)
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4th generation
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6th generation
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120GB 160GB (2009)
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4th generation
1. Works with iPad®, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPod classic® 120GB & 160 GB (2009), iPod
nano® 4th, 5th & 6th generation, iPod shue® 3rd & 4th generation, and iPod touch® 2nd,
3rd & 4th generation.
© 2011 Sony Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without
written permission is prohibited. Sony is a trademark of Sony. iPad, iPod, and iPhone
are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners. Features and specications are subject to change without notice.
/Updated: January 12, 2012