Sony’s exclusive Virtual Phones Technology (VPT) gives movies cinematic realism with an immersive 9.1 ch surround sound experience. Building upon traditional 5.1 ch, the VPT circuitry adds two additional rear channels and two front-high channels for added vertical depth of sound effects to deliver a more realistic surround sound experience.

Get superior sound quality with 4K pass-through using the 3 HDMI® inputs2 for connecting HD devices like a cable box, Blu-ray® player or gaming console. The audio processor supports most HD formats with 192 kHz/24-bit uncompressed audio files including Dolby® TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.

Real-time automatic tuning selects between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz channels without sound interruption to prevent signal degradation. This ensures you’re getting high quality, uncompressed wireless audio transmission without any outside interference.

The large 50 mm driver units and around the ear design deliver rich, deep bass response and audio clarity for a superior home entertainment experience.

The MDR-HW700DS offers three user selectable sound fields modes. Cinema ensures an authentic theater like experience thanks to collaborations with Sony Pictures Entertainment. The multi-channel Game mode enhances the sense of direction for superior gaming experiences. Select 2-channel Voice mode for clearer voices during news or talking programs.

The built-in, rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery provides up to 12 hours of continuous playback on a full charge.1 A quick 30 minute charge using the included micro-USB cable provides up to 2 hours of use while full charging capacity takes approximately 3 hours.

The MDR-HW700DS wireless headphones not only sound incredible but they are also extremely comfortable and stylish thanks to their light-weight, adjustable padded headband design and memory foam ear-cups