Based on 5 r/BuyItForLife mentions

mdrv6 Studio Monitor Series Headphones

$44.99

Sony

Feel the power of your music and enjoy the comfort and portability of the MDR-V6studio monitor headphones. With 40mm driver units, these headphones produce deep, accurate bass and crisp highs and midrange tones. You will also enjoy the comfort of the wide, padded headband and the handy folding design that makes it easy to pack them in your bag. The stereo UniMatch plug is perfect for mini or full-size headphone jacks.

Reddit mentions

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  • “Sony MDR-V6”
  • “I love headphones and have a pretty sizable collection, some of which I've owned for many many years. One of my all-time favorites, the original Sony MDR V6, just turned 40 this…”
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Product details
Headphone Cup Type
Over-ear
Body Part Use
Ears, Head
Noise Cancellation Type
Passive (Isolation from environmental noise is quite decent)
Microphone Highlights
Lack of an inline remote/microphone
Integrated Microphone
No
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Compatible Devices
Phone
Ports and Interfaces
3.5mm Jack
Cable Length
3m
Connectivity Highlights
Coiled cable
Earpad Material
Faux leather
Driver Size
40 mm
Frequency Response
5Hz -- 30 kHz
Headphone Impedance
63 ohm
Sensitivity
106 dB
Sound Output
Stereo
Audio Highlights
High levels of channel separation, Flat equalizer
Maximum Input Power
1,000 mW
Performance Highlights
Noise-canceling
Driver Technology
Dynamic
Diaphragm Size
40 mm
Magnet Material
Neodymium
Earcup Style
Closed Back
Earcup Type
Closed-back
Style
Studio
Weight
8 ounces
Dimensions
Collapses into a small bundle
Foldable
Yes
Material
Mostly plastic design, Metal (outer ear cups)
Monaural
No
Manufacturing
Retired in 2020, Introduced in 1985
Recommended Use
Music listening
Highlighted Uses
Casual listening
Typical Users
Orchestra/Symphony, Critical listeners
Included Accessories
Protective carrying pouch
Supported Accessories
User-replaceable ear pads