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Sony MDR-3R brings retro Walkman style and sound to Malaysia: Priced from RM259

Malaysia Times desk Original: SoyaCincau↗ 11/6 23:28 X
Sony MDR-3R brings retro Walkman style and sound to Malaysia: Priced from RM259
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Sony revives its iconic 1979 Walkman headphones with the new MDR-3R, featuring USB-C connectivity, retro styling, and a starting price of RM259 in Malaysia.

From the original report

Sony has officially introduced the MDR-3R, a pair of lightweight wired headphones modelled after the original MDR-3 that debuted alongside the TPS-L2 Walkman in 1979. Rather than relying on vintage analogue connections or wireless battery packs, the revived model pairs its classic late-1970s / 1980s aesthetic with a native USB-C interface tailored to modern smart devices.

The Sony MDR-3R lineup is now listed for pre-order in Malaysia through Sony Malaysia’s online store . The standard MDR-3R retails at RM259 , while the Stranger Things Edition (yup, that Netflix series) is priced at RM299 .

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Originally published
Nov 6, 2026
Updated here
Nov 7, 2026
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