Sony’s wired ZX Series on-ear headphones are being sold on Amazon for $9.99, a 33% reduction from the listed $14.88 price. The article presents the offer as a low-cost option for people wanting basic headphones for music, work, recording or gaming without relying on battery power.

The MDR-ZX110 model has 30mm drivers, a closed-back design, adjustable headband, cushioned ear pads and swivelling earcups that fold flat for travel. They weigh under five ounces, use a 1.2-metre cable, and have a reported 4.5-star average from more than 100,000 verified reviews; over 10,000 shoppers reportedly bought them in the previous month.