The Sony MDR-Z7M2 Original Balanced Headphone Cable is the genuine Sony 4.4mm balanced cable made for the MDR-Z7M2. It lets you drive the headphones from a 4.4mm balanced output and also fits the MDR-Z7 and MDR-Z1R. Supplied brand new in bulk packaging (cable only).
- ✓ Genuine Sony cable for MDR-Z7M2, MDR-Z7 and MDR-Z1R
- ✓ Gold-plated L-shaped 4.4mm balanced plug for Walkman, DAPs and amps
- ✓ Dual 3.5mm headphone-side connectors with Sony screw-lock collars
- ✓ Brand new — bulk packaging (cable only, no retail box)
A balanced connection keeps the left and right channels — and their grounds — separate all the way from the player to each earcup, reducing crosstalk and giving a wider, cleaner stereo image. This is the genuine Sony balanced cable for the MDR-Z7M2, with a gold-plated L-shaped 4.4mm 5-pole plug that connects to the balanced output on Sony Walkman players such as the NW-WM1 and NW-ZX series, and on many balanced DAPs and headphone amplifiers.
At the headphone end, two 3.5mm connectors plug into the left and right earcups and lock in place with Sony’s threaded collars, so the cable cannot be pulled out by accident. Sony uses the same connector design on the MDR-Z7 and MDR-Z1R. There is no microphone or remote. This unit is brand new and unused, supplied in bulk packaging — the cable only, without the original Sony retail box.
Fit
MDR-Z7M2, Z7 & Z1R
Sony uses the same dual 3.5mm screw-lock connectors on the MDR-Z7M2, MDR-Z7 and MDR-Z1R, so one cable fits all three.
Plug
4.4mm Balanced
The 4.4mm 5-pole plug carries left, right and both grounds on separate contacts for a true balanced connection. You need a player or amp with a 4.4mm balanced output.
Genuine
Original Sony Part
This is Sony’s own cable, not a third-party copy — the safest way to replace or upgrade the cable on a high-end headphone.
Right choice if you…
✔ Own an MDR-Z7M2, MDR-Z7 or MDR-Z1R
✔ Have a Walkman, DAP or amp with a 4.4mm balanced output
✔ Want a genuine Sony cable, not a generic copy
✔ Want to move your headphones to a balanced connection
✔ Are happy with bulk packaging to save money
Consider something else if…
✖ Your player only has a 3.5mm output — see Sony MDR-Z7M2 Original Cable – 3.5mm
✖ You want Sony’s premium Kimber Kable upgrade — see Sony MUC-B20SB2 Kimber Kable 4.4mm Balanced Cable
✖ You need more length for your current cable — see Audio-Technica AT645L 3m Extension Cable
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Sony |
| Model | Original MDR-Z7M2 headphone cable |
| Type | Balanced replacement headphone cable |
| Player Plug | 4.4mm 5-pole balanced, gold-plated, L-shaped |
| Headphone Connectors | Dual 3.5mm with Sony screw-lock collars |
| Compatible With | Sony MDR-Z7M2, MDR-Z7, MDR-Z1R |
| Source | Any 4.4mm balanced output (Walkman, DAP, amplifier) |
| Balanced | Yes — 4.4mm balanced |
| Remote / Mic | None |
| Origin | Genuine Sony part |
| Packaging | Bulk (cable only) |
| Condition | Brand New — Bulk Packaging (no retail box) |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
In the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
Which headphones does this cable fit?
It is Sony’s original cable for the MDR-Z7M2. The MDR-Z7 and MDR-Z1R use the same dual 3.5mm screw-lock connectors, so it fits those models too.
Is it a genuine Sony cable?
Yes. It is an original Sony cable, brand new and unused, supplied in bulk packaging — the cable only, without the Sony retail box.
What do I need to use a 4.4mm balanced cable?
A player or amplifier with a 4.4mm balanced output, such as a Sony Walkman NW-WM1 or NW-ZX series, or a balanced DAP or headphone amp. It does not plug into a standard 3.5mm jack.
Is there a 3.5mm version?
Yes — the Sony MDR-Z7M2 original 3.5mm cable is also available at maibo, for players without a balanced output.
Can I confirm the cable length before ordering?
Yes. Sony supplies different cable lengths with its Z-series headphones, so message us before ordering and we will confirm the exact length of the unit you will receive.
Condition
Brand New — Bulk Packaging
Warranty
Manufacturer warranty
Delivery
4–5 Working Days · Fully Tracked
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