Where is the best place to get Sony EX81SL japanese version?

[Bluewookie]

I checked eBay, but the least expensive sets I could find there were $54 to $57 shipped.

I have a US set of EX81LP's sitting here unopened, that I got from amazon for $32 shipped, but after reading all the negativity about the US version I was hoping to find a Japanese version reasonably priced.

Any ideas?

[mekmek86]

what's the difference between the two?

[afbug]

Originally posted by mekmek86
what's the difference between the two?

Packaging, one is LP, the other SL and some say the built quality.
If i'm not wrong, the storage case is different too. LP comes with a hard case and the SL with a soft case.

[truckson]

Originally posted by Bluewookie
I checked eBay, but the least expensive sets I could find there were $54 to $57 shipped.

I have a US set of EX81LP's sitting here unopened, that I got from amazon for $32 shipped, but after reading all the negativity about the US version I was hoping to find a Japanese version reasonably priced.

Any ideas?

Warehouse123.com is selling the EX81 for 42 bucks, and they will offer one year warrently. Since the japanese version get a better packing and carrying case. 42 bucks should be a reason price!!

Personally, I love the Japanese version because the short cord is perfectly to use with remote.

[truckson]

Originally posted by afbug
Packaging, one is LP, the other SL and some say the built quality.
If i'm not wrong, the storage case is different too. LP comes with a hard case and the SL with a soft case.

The MiniDisc style soft case looks pretty decent. :D

[afbug]

Originally posted by truckson
The MiniDisc style soft case looks pretty decent. :D

Oh yeah. A cute miniture version of it. If only Sony place a little rubber sew on that says 'Sony EX81'......just like the MD case. :D

Sometimes, i put coins in it and boy i look kinda girly using it. :p

[TommyBOY]

Especially if you use iPod Shuffle, Sony EX81SL (Short Cord) is much better!

[truckson]

Originally posted by TommyBOY
Especially if you use iPod Shuffle, Sony EX81SL (Short Cord) is much better!

Hi Tom,

I will recommend the Sony MDR-NE1 Neck Strap Style Earphone (http://www.warehouse123.com/ProductInfo.php?pid=SONMDRNE1-BLU), and they are perfect for flash drive mp3 player. It's purpose is to hang light iPod Shuffle.

[TommyBOY]

thanks buddy truck!

Does MDR-NE1 really hang around the neck?

The image showing that it has a "Strap", Actually, would it be more comfortable or more trouble to have such feature? I have no clue for what Sony does ~~~

If it is more comfortable, I'm considering to order one. Need more advice