The ’80s called, and Sony answered: Retro Walkman headphones land in Malaysia with USB-C for RM259

Malay Mail Chief Chapree · News & blogs · 1 hr ago

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Sony launched retro MDR-3R headphones in Malaysia with USB-C for RM259.

Sony introduced MDR-3R, inspired by 1979 Walkman design.
MDR-3R uses USB-C and has open-ear structure.
Stranger Things Edition costs RM299 and ships later this year.

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KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 9 — 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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Published: November 9, 2026 at 5:03 PM GMT+8
By: Chief Chapree
Section: Tech-gadgets
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The ’80s called, and Sony answered: Retro Walkman headphones land in Malaysia with USB-C for RM259

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