Sony IER-M500 – Stage-ready in-ear monitoring

The IER-M500 is Sony's wired in-ear monitor for musicians who need to hear themselves clearly on a loud stage. A single 5 mm dynamic driver and a fully sealed housing deliver controlled low end and detailed highs, while high passive isolation keeps the mix intact without pushing monitoring levels up.

Key Features

• 5 mm dynamic driver: Full-range sound with deep, controlled bass and refined treble from a single acoustic chamber.
• High passive isolation: A sealed, thin-wall design blocks stage noise so you can monitor at safer levels.
• Detachable 1.6 m cable: Swap the cable if it wears on the road instead of replacing the whole monitor.
• Secure over-ear fit: Fitting supporters, ear hangers, and four ear-tip sizes keep the monitors locked in through a full set.
• Moisture resistant: Handles sweat and stage splashes during long performances.
• Hi-Res Audio range: 10 Hz to 40 kHz reproduction for stage monitoring and studio checks alike.

Customer Benefits

On stage, the IER-M500 gives you a stable, isolated monitor feed so you can trust your pitch and timing without cranking the volume. The sealed housing cuts crowd and backline noise, and the secure ear-hanger fit means the monitors stay put whether you are behind a kit, a mic, or a guitar. Off stage, the same clarity makes it an easy reference for editing and everyday critical listening, and the replaceable cable keeps a working pair going season after season.

Quick Specs

• Driver: 5 mm dynamic
• Frequency response: 10 – 40 000 Hz
• Impedance: 16 Ω
• Sensitivity: 103 dB/mW
• Cable: 1.6 m detachable, 3.5 mm connection
• Weight: approx. 6.9 g per earpiece

What's in the Box

• IER-M500 in-ear monitors
• Detachable 1.6 m cable (3.5 mm)
• Carrying case
• Noise-isolating ear tips (four sizes)
• Ear hangers and fitting supporters
• Cable clip

Ideal For

• Live musicians and vocalists needing reliable stage monitoring
• Engineers and content creators who want isolated reference sound
• Players moving up from consumer earbuds to a pro monitor

Pros & Cons

• ✅ Strong passive isolation for loud stages
• ✅ Secure, comfortable over-ear fit for long sets
• ✅ Detachable, replaceable cable

• ⚠️ Wired only — no Bluetooth or onboard controls
• ⚠️ Single dynamic driver rather than a multi-driver array

If you want a dependable, well-isolated monitor that works as hard on stage as it does at the desk, the IER-M500 belongs in your kit.