SONY MDR-3R wireless headphones, USB-C (MDR3RS.CE7)

Features
Iconic retro design inspired by the 1979 model
Light 38 g on-ear design
23 mm drivers and open, spacious sound system
USB-C port without charging or pairing
Remote control and microphone for calls

Measurements
Product weight (g): 38

Iconic Soundscape, Updated for Today

The iconic headphones loved by an entire generation and known by millions are making a comeback. Meet the MDR-3R headphones, updated to suit today’s listening habits. The original model was released in 1979 alongside one of the world’s first Walkman players, which sparked the portable music revolution and became one of the most famous vintage headphones in history. Respecting the original look and the spirit of the era while carefully modernized, the MDR-3R brings the beloved icon to a new generation of listeners.

A Design Hard to Forget

The MDR-3R model features the same classic appearance that made the original famous. With its striking aluminum and stainless steel headband, distinctive curved sides, and open-ear design, they are instantly recognizable as a wired retro headphone model that defined the soundtrack of a whole generation. The package includes the famous orange and blue ear pads, allowing you to change your style in seconds. Weighing only 38 grams (without cable), they are the lightest on-ear headphones in our lineup*, and the adjustable headband ensures a comfortable fit for different head sizes. MDR-3R headphones are comfortable to wear for hours, whether you prefer them on your ears or around your neck.

*Based on Sony’s on-ear headphone lineup as of November 2026.

Sound That Still Lives On

The MDR-3R model delivers the same soundscape that made the original headphones popular, preserving naturalness and balance in the sound. Now, however, the bass is deeper, the treble broader, and the vocals clearer, making these headphones perfect for today’s music. The 23 mm driver units are the same size as the original model, but the modern neodymium magnets produce clearer sound than before. The open design creates a wide and spacious soundstage where vocals and instruments stand out distinctly. And all this fits into a surprisingly compact on-ear design.

Easy Connection with USB-C Cable

Like the original model, the MDR-3R headphones are wired, but now they connect with a simple USB-C cable, making it easy to plug in and start listening right away—these USB-C headphones require no charging or pairing. They are compatible with USB-C smartphones and laptops that support USB audio, and since they are wired, the connection is always stable, so you don’t have to worry about battery life or dropped connections. The ribbed cable also prevents tangling and knotting, keeping them neat in your bag and always ready to use.

Stay Connected with the Wired Remote

The wired MDR-3R retro headphones feature a remote on the cable with a built-in microphone for hands-free calls. With easy-to-use buttons, you can control your music—you can start playback, pause, skip tracks, and adjust volume without taking your phone out. By holding down a button, you can also talk to your phone’s voice assistant.

Features

• Iconic retro design honoring the original 1979 model
• Ultra-lightweight construction, weighing only 38 g without cable
• Open on-ear design provides a spacious and natural soundstage
• 23 mm driver units and modern neodymium magnets
• Deep bass, wide treble, and clear vocals
• USB-C connection, no charging or pairing needed, cable length 1.2 m
• Compatible with smartphones and laptops supporting USB audio
• Wired remote for music and volume control
• Built-in microphone for hands-free calls
• Voice assistant access via remote control
• Includes interchangeable orange and blue ear pads
• Adjustable headband for a comfortable fit
• Ribbed cable reduces tangling and knotting
• Control buttons: Volume +/−, voice assistant, play/pause, mute, previous/next track