Sony Revives Iconic 1979 Walkman Headphones with Modern USB-C Twist for $60

11/06/2026

Sony launches US$60 wired headphones inspired by the Walkman era, tapping into the retro tech revival.

11/06/2026

Sony has unveiled the MDR-3R, a modern USB Type-C recreation of the classic 1979 MDR-3 headphones, catering to younger listeners seeking retro aesthetics and wired listening.

11/06/2026

Sony's iconic 1979 Walkman headphones return as the MDR-3R (same colorful ear pads and everything). Very cool.

11/06/2026

Sony has launched the MDR-3R wired USB-C headphones, reviving the design of its original 1979 Walkman headphones with updated drivers, an in-line remote and built-in microphone

11/05/2026

Sony is bringing back its iconic Walkman MDR-3 headphones for the modern era with a USB-C connection and a price tag of $60.

11/05/2026

Sony Group Corp. introduced an inexpensive pair of wired headphones, joining a growing trend in what it called "a nod to both the ‘80s Walkman era and today’s retro tech revival."

11/05/2026

The new MDR-3R looks almost identical to the 3L2 that shipped with the first Walkman. Rather than sacrifice modern functionality for nostalgia, though, Sony swapped the 3.5mm plug for USB-C and...

11/05/2026

If you'd prefer to plug in your headphones rather than mess with Bluetooth, Sony has reimagined and reissued the MDR-3 headphones that shipped with the original 1979 Walkman.

11/05/2026

Sony's new MDR-3R headphones revive the original Walkman design, but Sony confirms they won't work with its modern Walkman players.

11/05/2026

Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the MDR-3R, new USB-C-compatible wired headphones with a design inspired by the original MDR-3 model that debuted alongside the original Walkman TPS-L2...

11/05/2026

Halloween may be over, but that isn't stopping Sony from performing their second resurrection in less than a month. Following the rebirth of the Walkman (starting at an eye-watering $1,899.99),...

11/05/2026

I love my regular wired cans, but as soon as I saw Sony’s new MDR-3R headphones in a limited Stranger Things edition, I said ‘I dump your ass!’ to those

11/05/2026

The MDR 3 are reborn, and they're still very much wired

11/05/2026

Sony has announced the MDR-3R, a retro update to the original MDR-3R, and they’re the perfect headphones to embrace nostalgia-listening.

11/05/2026

Almost 50 on from the era-defining TPS-L2 Walkman, Sony has decided the time is right to reimagine some of its most iconic wired headphones. The MDR-3R is still a strictly wired, on-ear affair –...

11/05/2026

Back in 1979, Sony launched the original Walkman TPS-L2 cassette player alongside the MDR-3 headphones, and together they helped popularize listening to music on the go. Today, the company is...

11/05/2026

Sony’s bringing back the nostalgia.First introduced in 1979, both the Walkman and the original MDR-3 headphones were revolutionary launches, made for those wanting their music on the go.Now,...

11/05/2026

The original headphones were released in 1979 and debuted alongside Sony’s Walkman TPS-L2 player. Sony If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more Sony has reimagined a...