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Sony WH1000XM3 Noise Cancelling Headphones, Wireless Bluetooth Over the Ear Headset – Black (2018 Version)
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Brand | Sony |
Color | Black |
Ear Placement | Over Ear |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
About this item
- DIGITAL NOISE CANCELING: Industry leading ANC lends a personalized, virtually soundproof experience
- PHONE CALL: A built-in mic enables you to take hands-free calls.
- VOICE ASSISTANT: Alexa enabled for voice access to music, information and more. Activate with a simple touch
- QUICK ATTENTION MODE: Cover the right ear cup to turn down your music for instant, easy conversation
- PERSONAL NOISE CANCELLING: Adjusts ambient sound to your activity for the best noise cancellation
- TOUCH CONTROLS: Control music tracks and volume, activate your voice assistant and take phone calls
- LONG BATTERY LIFE: A single charge provides up to 30 hrs of playtime for reliable all day listening
- COMFORTABLE TO WEAR: Ergonomically redesigned foldable earphones for easy travel / listening comfort
- IN THE BOX: Foldable headphone, carry case, charging cable and audio cable for a wired connection
- With our new HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1, noise-canceling power is greatly enhanced. Having a dedicated NC processor also ensures the reproduction of your music is never compromised due to processor performance.
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connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Wireless | Bluetooth, Bluetooth 5.0 | Wireless | Bluetooth | Bluetooth |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Wireless | Over Ear |
connector type | wireless | Stereo Mini Jack | USB Type C | usb,wireless | USB | Stereo Mini Jack |
noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | USB | — | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | Wireless | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Detachable | Without Cable |
control type | Voice Control | Voice Control | Voice Control | Voice Control | Media Control | Voice Control |
material | Plastic | Carbon Fiber, Recycled Plastic | Foam, Plastic | Plastic, Silicone, Microfiber | Recycled Plastic | Leather, Metal, Plastic |
model name | WH-1000XM3/B | WH1000XM5/B | WH1000XM4/L | language tag | ULT WEAR | WH1000XM5 |
frequency range | 4 Hz-40,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz -40 kHz, 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | — | 2.4 GHz |
From the manufacturer
WH1000XM3
ONLY MUSIC. NOTHING ELSE.
Industry-leading noise canceling headphones with mic and Alexa voice control.
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Industry-leading Digital Noise Cancellation
Hear every word, note, and tune with incredible clarity, no matter your environment.
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Proprietary HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1
Dramatically improves the sound quality of whatever you choose to listen to.
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Wear all day in total comfort
Soft pressure-relieving earpads with larger and deeper ergonomic ear space. Lighter weight design.
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Swivel & folding structure for easy carrying
Swivel and fold neatly into the carry case along with the cable for easy storage and portability.
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Clear hands-free calling
Phone conversations are even more clear than before with a microphone dedicated to voice input.
Extra-long battery life with quick charging
Up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge keeps you listening instead of charging. Low on battery? No problem – 10 minutes of charge time gives you an amazing 5 hours of playback.
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Amazon Alexa-Built in
Alexa-enabled for hands-free voice access to music, information, and more.
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Smart Listening by SENSE ENGINE
Automatically detects your activity and balances the noise canceling levels.
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“Sony | Headphones Connect” App for Android /iOS
Control your ambient sound settings and adjust the sound levels with the Equalizer.
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Noise cancellation personalized
Analyzes the sonic characteristics caused by head size, glasses, hair, & optimizes the sound to you.
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Wireless freedom with Bluetooth and NFC
Hassle-free wireless connections to stream high-quality music and phone calls.
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Type
| Over-ear | Over-ear | Over-ear | Over-ear |
Noise Cancelling
| Premium Noise Canceling | Industry-leading NC | Digital Noise Cancellation | Digital Noise Cancellation |
Battery Life
| 30 Hrs | 30 Hrs | 30 Hrs | 35 Hrs |
Quick Charge Battery
| 10 Min charge 5 Hrs playback | 10 Min charge 5 Hrs playback | 10 Min charge 4.5 Hr playback | 10 Min charge 60 Min playback |
DSEE Extreme with Edge-AI
| ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Hands-free calling
| Yes | Yes, with 5 microphones | Yes | Yes |
Touch control
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Ambient Sound Mode
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
Customize Sound with app
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Multi Device Connection
| ✘ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
Wearing Detection
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✘ |
Foldable design
| ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✘ |
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Product information
Frequency Response | 40000 Hz |
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Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
Model Name | WH-1000XM3/B |
Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
Wireless Communication Technology | BLUETOOTH |
Included Components | Carrying Case, Plug Adaptor for In-flight Use, Headphone cable (approx. 47 1/4"), USB cable: Type-C™ (approx. 7 7/8") |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Material | Plastic |
Specific Uses For Product | Travel |
Charging Time | 30 Hours |
Recommended Uses For Product | Walking, Automatically adjusts to whatever you do, Traveling, Answer hands-free phone calls with a double tap, Waiting |
Compatible Devices | Alexa, Google Assistant |
Theme | video_game |
Control Type | Voice Control |
Cable Feature | Wireless |
Item Weight | 8.99 Ounces |
Frequency Range | 4 Hz-40,000 Hz |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Style | Modern |
Control Method | Touch, Voice |
Number of Items | 1 |
Controller Type | wireless with touch and voice |
Battery Life | 30 Hours |
Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
Bluetooth Version | 4.2 |
Earpiece Shape | Over-ear cups |
Series Number | 10003 |
UPC | 027242911574 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00027242911574 |
Manufacturer | Sony |
Product Dimensions | 7.31 x 2.94 x 10.44 inches |
Item Weight | 9 ounces |
ASIN | B07G4MNFS1 |
Item model number | WH1000XM3/B |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #53,433 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #1,947 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 30, 2018 |
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Product Description
Sony industry-leading noise cancellation evolves to further immerse you in your music. The addition of Sony proprietary HD noise canceling processor Qn1 masterfully eliminates the noise around you. Listen all day with up to 30 hours of battery life. Quick charging gives five hours of playback with just a 10-minute charge. Cord Length: Headphone cable (approx. 3.94 ft, OFC strands, gold-plated stereo mini plug); Frequency Response: 4 Hz-40,000 Hz; NFC: Yes; Cord Type: Single-sided (detachable); Volume Sensor: Touch Sensor. Diaphragm - Aluminium-coated LCP.
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Customers appreciate the headphones' sound quality, build quality, comfort, and battery life. They find the surround sound, soundstage localization, and ability to temporarily pause noise cancellation to be superior. Many customers find the over-the-ear design and plush ear cups comfortable for extended wear. The battery lasts for well over 20 hours. While some are satisfied with functionality and ease of use, others have issues with Bluetooth connectivity. There are mixed opinions on value for money.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They appreciate the surround sound and soundstage localization. The headphones are described as a great pair of Bluetooth over-ear noise-canceling headphones with the ability to temporarily pause the noise cancellation by touching the right ear cup.
"...For use at home or in the office, bluetooth headsets with better noise cancellation and better sound and with the ability to make calls are the way..." Read more
"...Open headphones are good for audiophile uses. It will yield the most fidelity to the sound but these headphones are generally meant for quiet rooms,..." Read more
"...With the Sony, I feel like I can hear each individual sound clearly, whereas with the Bose everything is a little more muddled together...." Read more
"...Noise cancelling: Instead of allowing you to control the strength of ANC like Bose (High/Low setting), Sony allows you to choose on the scale from 1..." Read more
Customers like the build quality of the headphones. They say it's identical to other good quality headphones with similar performance. The headphones support high-quality codecs, unlike Bose. They have fantastic sound, solid EQ, and mic quality. However, some customers mention that the highs may be the least impressive.
"...The headset is made in Malaysia. Bose, I must say, can make great quality headsets (A20, with 5 years warranty, is an evidence to that), but..." Read more
"...The mids are very good too… The highs may be the least impressive but the sound is overall excellent. - Fair price...." Read more
"...The Bose look like an ordinary pair of headphones. Build quality is identical though CONCLUSION..." Read more
"...was the most reasonable compromise to comfort, sound quality, and mic quality. I can wear Bose QC35ii all day and not feel any discomfort...." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' comfort. They find the over-the-ear design and plush ear cups comfortable for extended wear. The leatherette on top is soft and provides good cushioning. The headphones hug the head in a more streamlined fashion, eliminating the Micky mouse effect. They report no fatigue or discomfort after a 2.5-hour flight without any major discomfort.
"...People cannot tell I am wearing a headset. Comfort is purely subjective and depends on one's head size and shape...." Read more
"...-Headphones are generally comfortable. My ears do not get hot or sweat at all when I wear these indoors...." Read more
"...me try his pair at my request and I was favorably impressed by the comfort and noise isolation so I decided to indulge...." Read more
"...They're really comfortable to wear all day long, if I get a call from a co-worker I don't need to take them off, and I'm just listening to music as..." Read more
Customers appreciate the headphones' battery life. They say it lasts for hours after a quick charge, and they appear to hold up well over years of daily use. The battery life is well above 20 hours, whereas other brands like Shure and Bose have a maximum of 20 hours. The headphones are solid and you can easily check the battery level by touching the power button.
"...My battery life has been fine...." Read more
"...Best stability of LDAC connection - Long battery life: well above 20 hours, whereas both Shure and Bose max out around 20 hours. -..." Read more
"...Not that I really need it. These headphones last FOREVER. The longest I have continuously used them was about 8 hours (with ANC on)...." Read more
"...Build Quality/Materials - Initial thoughts upon unboxing - these are solid. The soft touch plastics used feels durable and of good quality...." Read more
Customers like the headphones' functionality. They say it works smoothly, has no issues, and is effective on all fronts. The touchpad works great and the ANC effectiveness is effective. Some mention the sound quality is good, the battery life is outstanding, and the EQ is not a gimmick.
"...The touchpad has worked great (but again, I've only tested it in warm conditions)...." Read more
"...pair of headphones is somewhat subjective... but I can say these work really well, bearing a few things in mind and that we've not quite reached the..." Read more
"...This is fairly slick and works better than I expected. It only took a couple attempts to get the hang of it and it is responsive...." Read more
"...to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, but it is confusing how the preference works (the one connected last has the higher preference for audio),..." Read more
Customers find the headphones easy to use and control. The controls are straightforward, and the user interface is well-done. They mention that the case is stiff but not really hard, and the NFC pairing is quick and painless. The buttons and finger/hand gestures are intuitive.
"...where someone complains about that (lol), because it is honestly a very easy and quick setting to change, and is not hidden at all...." Read more
"...The case is stiff, but not really hard. The inside is the same as the QCs with a soft microfiber feel to it...." Read more
"...is excellent, the Sony Connect app is feature rich and gives the user full control, the carrying case is sufficient/in line with other headphones..." Read more
"A bit disappointed it came in a white, unmarked box with no instruction...." Read more
Customers have different views on the headphones' value for money. Some find them reasonably priced for their quality and sound, describing them as premium. Others consider them relatively expensive, which may be a barrier for budgets.
"...Their price is generally low. - On-ears are headphones where the cans are going on your ear...." Read more
"...NO! They are absolutely worth the money if you have it. Generally, I find that I wear the Bose throughout the day as I'm working from home...." Read more
"...Small price to pay for better ANC and musical sound." Read more
"...I would not use XM3 to work with power tools, though. They are too expensive and possibly too fragile for a workshop, and the benefit is not large..." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the Bluetooth connectivity of the headphones. They mention that the connection options are not as good as the Bose, they cannot connect to several devices at once, and they have app and connectivity issues. Some say that the headphones only connect automatically if you turn them on. Others struggled with connecting to their desktop PC for audio and gave up attempts to set up the audio.
"...I think Bose is the same way. I also struggled with connecting to my desktop PC for audio and gave up attempts to set up the audio preference..." Read more
"...My only complaint is that they do not support multiple simultaneous Bluetooth connections, that is, I cannot connect my laptop and phone at the same..." Read more
"...Bose can connect to two devices simultaneously, but Sony can connect to only 1 device at a time...." Read more
"...The moment you plug the USB-C charging cable into these, you lose all Bluetooth and ANC, and the sound shuts off until you stick the physical corded..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars After 20 years of using Bose (and 2 Bose headsets at home), moved to Sony 1000XM3
Color: BlackVerified PurchaseI had Bose headsets for travel for over 20 years. I had Bose QC-1, QC-2; I still have QC-20 wired earbuds and aviation headset A20. Recently, I had a challenge of finding headset which not only works to cancel noise in an airplane, but which also works better than earplugs at home, especially to reduce noise of piano played in a different room. I compared Sony 1000XM3 with Bose QC35 and 700 at a store, bought two pairs of Sony, and compared them with Bose QC-20 and A20. On top of that, I did tons of research.
To begin with, Bose used to be "the king of noise cancellation" for many years. This reign is coming to an end: the competition is fierce. In pro aviation world, Lightspeed created a strong competition to Bose, while in the consumer world, Sony came up with a product widely superior in noise cancellation. Bose tried to answer Sony with Bose 700, but it is still inferior in noise cancellation and usability and features of the phone app.
According to independent testing data available on the internet, Sony's noise cancellation is up to 6 dB better than Bose. If you are not familiar with dB scale, it is a log scale, and 6 dB is a little more than a factor of 2. Noise cancellation efficiency is frequency dependent, so it is hard to compare apples to apples. Power spectrum across all frequency gives an about 2 dB advantage to Sony (29 dB compared to 27 dB of Bose 700), in low frequency range Sony beats Bose with a high margin (about 6 dB), in high frequency range Bose appears to be better. Yet, when you put Sony on your head, followed by Bose, and switch back and forth, Sony is impressively better. Like, way better. Tons better. So much better that you sometimes wonder if Bose is turned on at all.
Comparing Sony XM3 with Bose QC20, Sony is better in all respects other than small size and weight of QC20. Noise cancellation is better, and sound quality is better. Comparison with aviation headset A20 shows that A20 is slightly superior in terms of noise cancellation (and, surprisingly, even in sound quality), probably due to a passive noise cancellation component - but A20 is a $1100 headset with a massive wire and console, and connectors are not compatible with consumer electronics. You would never consider it unless you fly an airplane as a pilot. High frequency hissing, which existed up to QC15 and still present in A20 (introduced in 2015) is almost gone in both newer Bose and in Sony. Difference in noise cancellation quality between Bose A20 and Sony XM3 is worth maybe $50, but not $800. I think we are talking about several dB, nothing major.
Sound quality is subjective. Neither Sony nor Bose 700 are audiophile grade. One cannot tell the difference while playing music via Bluetooth from a phone, but plug them with a cable into a headphone amplifier and play 24/96 music, compare with Hi-Fi headphones (I have good old Sennheiser HD-620 which used to be in the top 10 best some 20 years ago; not anymore, but they are still great sounding high end headphones) - and you can tell immediately that these are not Hi-Fi headphones. Not even close. With a good sound source, they sound dull and sound stage is not there. But they sound well enough for daily use, for playing music from the phone, certainly better than most earbuds. Sony sounds a little better than Bose 700 to my taste, but it is close, very close, there are small difference in color of the sound which are very subjective. I rated the sound five stars because this is not a Hi-Fi headset, it is a noise cancelling headset, and the price is determined primarily by its noise cancellation abilities. As long as you can listen to music and enjoy it, as long as it does not sound like cheap earbuds, it is OK. For really high quality of sound without noise cancellation, there are much better options in the same price range.
App is not required with Sony and Bose (despite misleading information on the web, either headset can be used without the app), but Sony app is much better. It does not require registration and has many more features, including adjustment of noise cancellation to ambient pressure.
Sony, to my surprise, works very well for phone calls in the office environment. There were many reports that Bose was vastly superior, perhaps this is the case when one needs aggressive noise cancellation, like on the street among cars and people. Or maybe Sony made updates to firmware which fixed the issues which they had. When answering calls at home, the sound quality on the other end of the line is excellent. People cannot tell I am wearing a headset.
Comfort is purely subjective and depends on one's head size and shape. I have a big head, so most headphones exert some pressure. Sony is no exception, but I am fine with that. I must say, the most comfortable headset for my head is Bose QC 35 II, followed by Sony XM3 and followed by Bose 700. Bose 700 feels a tad cooler on the ears. A20 creates too much pressure on my ears.
For travel (e.g., vacation) QC20 is hard to beat, due to their very small size. They are inferior to XM3 or latest Bose, but do their job well enough. For use at home or in the office, bluetooth headsets with better noise cancellation and better sound and with the ability to make calls are the way to go.
Finally, cancellation of piano sounds. My wife teaches piano full time from home. Sound is a problem in our home. When I am in the same room as our grand piano, I can hear it loud and clear, although much less loud than without the headset. However, when I go to my office and close the door (which is a glass door which only partially blocks the sounds), I can barely hear it and can focus on whatever I am doing without distraction from the sounds. I tried QC20 for this purpose, and they were not quite up to the task. I got the 33 NRR rated 3M earplugs, and they also were not perfect either. I can tell that Sony XM3 works better. I would not use XM3 to work with power tools, though. They are too expensive and possibly too fragile for a workshop, and the benefit is not large enough to warrant the difference in price.
Build quality of Sony seems to be better than Bose (and less expensive, too). The headset is made in Malaysia. Bose, I must say, can make great quality headsets (A20, with 5 years warranty, is an evidence to that), but consumer grade headsets always had an almost marginal quality. Bose, by the way, does not repair them once they are out of warranty. They make you buy new ones with a discount. Two of my old Bose headphones broke and I had to replace them because repair option was not offered, and lifetime of synthetic leather ear pads was too short for a quality product. It is too early to say how well Sony would last - we will see.
After buying the first headset on Amazon, I got another one for my son. My son absolutely wanted Bose, but after comparing them side by side in a store, and listening to mine, he said, I still like Bose, but I recognize that Sony is better in all respects... So we got him Sony from a local store.
The only frustrating part is that Amazon has dropped the price by $50 after I bought both pairs! What a bummer - but now, Bose is completely not competitive.
The only downside which I found so far... Sony can connect to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, but it is confusing how the preference works (the one connected last has the higher preference for audio), and there is no easy way to change the preference or even disconnect a specific sound source. You cannot do it in the app. I think Bose is the same way. I also struggled with connecting to my desktop PC for audio and gave up attempts to set up the audio preference correctly. Either I did not figure out how to do it correctly, or something can be improved in the next releases of the App and firmware. I am sure it will be done, eventually.
For what it is worth, competition between suppliers is good - it drives features and quality up and prices down. I hope, Bose will catch up eventually - they missed the opportunity to do it with the 700. Sony 1000XM3 remains the best product in this class for second year in a row.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2020Color: BlackVerified PurchaseI was in the market for a pair of headphones, and looking at the Bose QCII and XM3s (which I honestly found from googling and seeing which reviewers recommended, I'm in no way an expert on headphones).
Most reviews led me to believe the XM3s were the way to go, but I saw a ton of reviews on Amazon that called out really awful features/issues. Some commentary on things I was worried about:
"Headphones beep and turn off after 5 minutes of not using" - This is a setting you can easily disable in the app. Like super easy. You should probably ignore any review where someone complains about that (lol), because it is honestly a very easy and quick setting to change, and is not hidden at all. I have not had any issues with my headphones beeping.
"The microphone is awful." - I don't use these often on calls, but I've been told my sound was good on the few calls I have used these on.
"Battery life is bad." - I haven't intentionally tried to run these down to a 0 battery to see how long they last, but I used these constantly in the first week I got them, and didn't charge them all week. My battery life has been fine.
"The touchpad is bad." It sounds like there are some legitimate concerns with using it in cold weather, but it's May so I haven't had a chance to test that. In general, the touchpad on the right here has been great. It took me a little getting used to on the first day, but since then I haven't accidentally paused it or changed tracks while trying to change the volume, or vice versa. The touchpad has worked great (but again, I've only tested it in warm conditions). I listen to a lot of audiobooks around the house so I pause a lot when my wife talks to me, and the doubletap to pause is very handy. The "hold the ear" feature to enhance the mic works well.
Google assistant - haven't used it yet, will update if I do.
"These were very difficult to get to sync". I've only linked these to my Pixel 2, but the process was quick and easy. I have not tr
"Sound quality is bad with X." Sound quality has been great music, audiobooks, and podcasts so far. I like to leave the headphones on the "Bright" EQ for everything I listen to. The surround sound mode is awesome for music, but is very weird for podcasts/videos, so I generally only use surround sound for music.
"Build quality is bad". I haven't owned many pairs of headphones like this, but the build quality seems at least as good as previous pairs of Beats or Sennheiser headphones I've owned. Nevertheless, I went ahead and paid $30 for the 3 year Azurion warranty with Amazon, and plan to use that if there is ever an issue.
Other thoughts:
-Headphone range is good. I have not disconnected due to range a single time, and I've walked around my entire house (~1000 sqft) with these connected to my phone via bluetooth and my phone charging in another room.
-USB-C is great. So glad I don't have to use some janky old cable.
-Sound quality is good over bluetooth. I am definitely not an expert on sound quality, but I've primarily used these over bluetooth and have been consistently pleased with the sound quality.
-Headphones are generally comfortable. My ears do not get hot or sweat at all when I wear these indoors. I've worn them on a couple walks outdoors in the Texas heat, and as you'd expect, they get a bit warmer and sweatier, but I would be shocked if they didn't. I think i have a medium to large sized head, and I don't get tired of wearing them.
-Using ANC took some getting used to. I've never had a noise cancelling headphones before, so it did take a few days to adjust and feel like there wasn't pressure on my ears.
-The "optimizer" in the app. I'm not sure how much this actually optimized the noise cancelling for my ears, but it seemed like a cool feature if it did work.
Overall, I've had a great experience with these headphones so far. If you're like me and you read all the 1 star reviews before purchasing, take some of them with a grain of salt because a lot people clearly didn't even try to learn how to use their headphones, and complain about things they can change.
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AndersonReviewed in Brazil on July 20, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Headphone Wh-1000Xm3
Color: BlackVerified PurchaseProduto muito bom com ele você pode fazer varias coisas sem receio de cair da sua cabeça o som dele é muito bom e o cancelamento de ruido funciona como esperado ate mesmo em lugar barulhento com de metro de SP.
- JoshuaReviewed in the United Kingdom on February 13, 2022
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent for the current price
Color: BlackVerified Purchasenoise cancellation is good for low constant noises, like a train or a fan, not great for high pitched or sudden noises- but better than nothing. sound quality is excellent as a non-audiophile, much better than any earphones/headphones i’ve tried before (bar airpod maxs , but price lol). comfort is excellent, apart from when working out and walking, which has a slight issue with sweat buildup. they’re okay for walking but for heavy cardio i don’t recommend these (try some earbuds). great carry case too. battery is also very good, i charge it like once a week.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 13, 2022
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WillymanReviewed in Mexico on April 23, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars LOS MEJORES AUDIFONOS PORTATILES EN EL MERCADO
Color: BlackVerified PurchaseNo es un artículo promocional, pero debo de decir que estos audífonos superaron mis expectativas.Cumplen con todas las especificaciones y características anunciadas en la pagina de Sony. En comparación con el Bose Q35, el V-Moda Croosfade 2 CODEC, Sony los supera ampliamente ya que cuenta muchos atributos que la competencia no posee:
La estructura esta bien hecha con materiales plásticos de alta calidad que le permiten un peso menor contra la competencia. Los grados de ajuste de la diadema son estupendos y lo mas importante con referencia a este rubro es que las almohadillas son más que cómodas; puedes usar estos audífonos por horas.
En cuanto a los componentes, la función de reducción de Ruido es sobresaliente, existe una calibración en los audífonos que puedes poner diferentes opciones y en la aplicación puedes añadir el grado según tus actividades. Además hay un optimizador que te regula la reducción de Ruido de acuerdo a la altura atmosférica por ejemplo en un avión.
En cuanto al sonido, este es excelente. El Grave es potente sin generar un sobresaturación y los medios y agudos están bien balanceados. En conjunto el sonido es excepcional para todo tipo de música.
Lo mas impresionante es la aplicación donde puedes regular diferentes ecualizaciones de acuerdo a tu gusto. Es muy fácil de instalar sin menospreciar que la conectividad inalámbrica es sobresaliente.
En cuanto a las llamadas, es donde queda a deber un poco. Las llamadas se oyen con eco y no permite una reducción de Ruido. Por lo tanto no aísla el exterior y se escucha desde el viento, hasta voces y trafico. Sin embargo si se logra una comunicación adecuada, no tan bien lograda cono en los audífonos Bose.
En conclusion puedo decir que estos audífonos son ideales para todo tipo de música, logrando un sonido excepcional digo de audiófilos exigentes. Tienen excelente conectividad, sobresaliendo la Reducción de Ruido, son muy cómodos, no cansan y con una aplicación más que excelente.
Si piensas gastar más en cualquier otra marca y buscas unos audífonos cómodos, con alta fidelidad y reducción de Ruidos y cuentas con el presupuesto, esta es la mejor opción.
- CheekyMonkeyReviewed in Canada on July 6, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Love them and live in them
Color: SilverVerified PurchaseI've never had an "expensive" pair of headphones before. These are amazing. Since the day I got them, I've been practically living in them. I have a lot of online meetings for work, so they get used all day for that. Then at night I use them for watching shows, podcasts, music, audiobooks, etc. They connect easily to both my laptop and phone. The noise cancelling feature works really well, so now even when I'm doing the dishes or vacuuming, I can listen to music. I like the fact that you can put your palm on the side of them to mute them when talking to someone in person. Or double-tap to pause. The swipe controls work really well. The mic is very clear and just as good as my old headset that had a mic extension in front of my face.
These are so comfortable and light that I often forget I'm wearing them (like I will look for them and then realize I'm wearing them). With other headsets, I've had weird pressure points on or behind my ears, so wearing them for extended periods wasn't possible. I can literally wear these from morning to night without issue.
The battery lasts a looong time. If I have a full charge in the morning, I can get a full day with them, plus the next day until the end of my work day. So almost 2 fulls days with heavy use. And they don't take long to charge, either. Like an hour or two, max? I like that they will tell you how much batter is left.
The case is well made and easy to use. I take them to work every day, so that's important to me. I wish the included usb-c cable was a few cms longer, but it's not a deal-breaker.
The only thing that I would really wish for would be the ability to mute the microphone during calls. Seems like a weird oversight on Sony's part.
I've had them for about 8 months now. Recently I've noticed that about a minute after turning them on, they turn themselves off. Once I've turned them back on, they stay on for good. This doesn't happen every time (maybe one in 3 or 4 times?), but it's worrying. I hope this isn't indicating a problem that's going to get worse.
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PujiReviewed in Spain on August 7, 2020
1.0 out of 5 stars Calidad precio,muy muy malos
Color: BlackVerified PurchaseEsperaba mucho más,por unos auriculares tan caros