# $800 Earbuds The Sony MDR-EX1000 Offers Stunning, Realistic Sound By Meghan Young | Published 2011-01-02 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-mdr-ex1000 References: [gizmodo](http://gizmodo.com/5718946/keep-the-snow-out-of-your-brain-with-the-sony-mdr) & [audiocubes](http://www.audiocubes.com/product_info.php?products_id=2888) If it's true that you get what you paid for, expect quite a lot from the [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-wf1000xm5) MDR-EX1000 earphones. Exorbitantly priced at $800, these [high-end earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andromeda-10-inears) will give you a new appreciation of sound and music. The Sony MDR-EX1000 earbuds boast a custom [16mm driver](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/status-pro-x) made from liquid crystalline polymer, which encourage a more realistic sound production. Unfortunately, it seems as though this headset is currently only available in Asia, but I'm sure you'll be able to purchase them online. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **High-end Earbuds:** Opportunity for companies to develop and market premium earbuds that deliver exceptional sound quality. - **Realistic Sound Production:** Potential for audio companies to innovate and create technologies that enhance the realism of sound reproduction. - **Luxury Audio Accessories:** Chance for brands to cater to consumers seeking exclusive and luxurious audio accessories at premium price points. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can explore disruptive innovation opportunities in the development of high-end audio products. - **Audio Technology:** Audio technology sector has room for disruptive innovation by leveraging advanced materials and techniques to create realistic sound experiences. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce platforms can tap into the demand for luxury audio accessories and offer exclusive online shopping experiences for discerning customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxurious Jewelry-Like Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beyerdynamic-xelento.md) - [Bespoke Wireless Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch-t10.md) - [Audiophile-Quality Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fidelio-t1.md) - [Compact Proprietary Processor Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-wf1000xm5.md) - [Hi-Fi Five-Driver Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aviot-tezx1.md) - [Advanced Immersive Gamer Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-inzone-buds.md) - [Racing-Honoring Audiophile Earbuds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pi8-mclaren-edition-earbuds.md) - [Revolutionary In-Ear Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revolutionary-inear-monitors.md) - [High Fidelity Earphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luna-inear.md)