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Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones (Black)

BH #SOWH1000XM4B • MFR #WH1000XM4/B
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Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones (Black)
Key Features
  • Custom Sound for Activities & Locations
  • Automatically Adjusts Ambient Sound
  • Wearing Detection & Speak-to-Chat
  • DSEE Extreme Audio Upscaling
No matter where you go, the black Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones deliver pristine sound quality while automatically adjusting ambient sound according to your activity and registered locations, leaving your hands and mind free from the hassle of changing settings just to hear what you want to hear. Plus, the headphones detect when you're wearing them and start and stop your audio for you.
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Sony WH-1000XM4 Overview

No matter where you go, the black Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones deliver pristine sound quality while automatically adjusting ambient sound according to your activity and registered locations, leaving your hands and mind free from the hassle of changing settings just to hear what you want to hear. Plus, the headphones detect when you're wearing them and start and stop your audio for you.

Noise cancellation is accomplished with Sony's dedicated HD Noise-Canceling QN1 processor and Sense Engine. Sense Engine is designed to automatically adjust the level of ambient sound based on your environment. If quick communication is needed, simply speak to chat without audio playing or just cover the right earcup with your hand to monitor the outside world.

When it comes to what you do hear, the WH-1000XM4 headphones use DSEE Extreme audio upscaling to perform genre- and instrument-based optimization of the sound, and they support LDAC, AAC, and SBC codecs. When used with a compatible source device, LDAC transmits approximately three times more data, up to 990 kb/s, compared to conventional Bluetooth. This is meant to make your high-resolution audio content sound even better when it's played back through the 1.57" drivers with LCP diaphragms (liquid crystal polymer).

Whether you're looking for peace and quiet while working from home or you want an ideal pair of headphones for traveling, Sony crafted the noise-canceling WH-1000XM4 to be both convenient (with support for Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant) and comfortable, thanks to the soft, pressure-relieving earpads and the lightweight design.

High-Tech Noise Cancellation
Dual noise sensor technology, featuring two microphones on each earcup, captures ambient noise and passes the data to the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1. Using a new algorithm, the HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1 then applies noise cancellation processing in real time to a range of acoustic environments.

Working together with a new Bluetooth Audio SoC (system on chip), it senses and adjusts to music and noise signals, as well as acoustic characteristics between the driver unit and ears, at over 700 times per second.
Adaptive Sound Control
Adaptive Sound Control is a smart function that can learn to recognize locations you frequently visit, such as your workplace or favorite café, and tailor sound for the ideal listening experience. In addition, it automatically detects what you're up to—walking, waiting or traveling—then adjusts ambient sound settings to suit the situation.
Optimized Noise Canceling
The WH-1000XM4 headphones incorporate two technologies to maximize noise-canceling performance. Unique Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing delivers optimal sound at high altitude, while Personal Noise Cancellation Optimizer analyzes unique sonic characteristics caused by head size, glasses, and hair, then tailors sound to you.
Wearing Detection
A proximity sensor in the WH-1000XM4 headphones can detect whether you're wearing them or not, then adapt playback accordingly to help save battery power. Take off your headphones and the music pauses automatically. Put the headphones back on and the music automatically resumes.
Speak-to-Chat Convenience
As soon as you speak to someone, Speak-to-Chat automatically stops the music and lets in ambient sound so you can conduct a conversation—handy if you want to keep your headphones on or your hands are full. Based on Precise Voice Pickup Technology, this smart feature uses five microphones built into the headphones and advanced audio signal processing to recognize and react to your voice. Once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Quick Attention
Regardless of the level of noise-cancelation, the Quick Attention features lets you quickly hear your environment, whether it's to hear an emergency announcement or have a quick conversation. Simply place your hand over the housing of the right earcup to quiet things down so you can hear.
Sony Headphones Connect App
Adjust ambient sound with the Sony | Headphones Connect app to cancel noise while still allowing essential sounds, like transport announcements, through when you're listening on the move. Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music.
Voice Assistant Integration
When the WH-1000XM4 headphones are paired with your smartphone, you can use them to access the phone's voice assistant. Ask it questions and have it perform tasks just like you would normally do; enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more.
Hands-Free Calling
Conversation flows freely with easy, hands-free calling. Leave your phone where it is, just speak with a double tap. Thanks to Precise Voice Pickup Technology, which combines five built-in microphones with advanced audio signal processing, WH-1000XM4 delivers clearer voice quality to the other person on the phone.
Hi-Res Audio
A built-in analog amplifier integrated in the HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1 realizes a pristine signal-to-noise ratio for low distortion and exceptional sound quality for portable devices. Powerful 1.57" drivers with liquid crystal polymer (LCP) diaphragms make the headphones ideal for handling heavy beats, and they can also reproduce a full range of frequencies up to 40 kHz.
DSEE Extreme Audio Upscaling
Using Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence) co-developed with Sony Music Entertainment, DSEE Extreme (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) upscales compressed digital music files in real time. Dynamically recognizing instrumentation, musical genres, and individual elements of each song, such as vocals or interludes, it restores the high-range sound lost in compression for a richer, more complete listening experience.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, WH-1000XM4 headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. When a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You'll also be able to quickly and smoothly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.
Additional Features
Battery Life: Up to 30 hours of playback with active noise cancellation
Quick Charge: With just 10 minutes of charging via an AC adapter (not included), you can gain up to 5 hours of battery life
Tap Controls: Intuitive tap and swipe gestures on the outside of the right earcup let you adjust volume, play/pause audio, change tracks, and answer calls
Swivel & Foldable: The earcups swivel inwards so they pack up neatly in the included compact case
UPC: 027242919419

Sony WH-1000XM4Specs

Key Specs
Wearing Style
Dual Ear with Headband
Foldable: Yes
Earpiece Swivel: Yes
Earpiece Design
Over-Ear (Circumaural)
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Frequency Response
4 Hz to 40 kHz (Wired)
Built-In Controls
Yes, on Earpiece
Sensors
Proximity, Touch
Noise Cancelling Microphone
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Number of Voice Mics
5
Runtime
30 Hours (BT+ANC)
38 Hours (BT)
200 Hours (Standby)
Headphone
Wearing Style
Dual Ear with Headband
Foldable: Yes
Earpiece Swivel: Yes
Earpiece Design
Over-Ear (Circumaural)
Open/Closed-Back
Closed-Back
Sound Field
Stereo
Number of Drivers
1 per Earpiece 
Driver Type
Dynamic
Driver Size
1.57" / 40 mm
Active Noise Cancellation
Yes
Frequency Response
4 Hz to 40 kHz (Wired)
Sensitivity
101 dB at 1 kHz (Passive)
105 dB at 1 kHz (Active)
Volume Limiting / Child-Safe
No
Built-In Controls
Yes, on Earpiece
Sensors
Proximity, Touch
Microphone
Built-In Mic
Yes, on Earpiece
Noise Cancelling Microphone
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Number of Voice Mics
5
Microphone Type
MEMS
Connectivity
Wireless
Bluetooth 5.0 / NFC 
Wireless Range
30' / 9.1 m
Supported Audio Codecs
AAC, LDAC, SBC
Multipoint Support
Yes
Maximum Paired Devices
2
Audio Connector
1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS Right-Angled
Audio Connector to Earpiece
1/8" / 3.5 mm
Cable Length
3.94' / 1.2 m (1/8" / 3.5 mm)
7.87" / 19.99 cm (Charging Cable Only)
Battery
Runtime
30 Hours (BT+ANC)
38 Hours (BT)
200 Hours (Standby)
Quick Charging Times
10 Minutes for 5 Hours
Recharge Time
3 Hours
Charging Input
USB-C
Wireless Charging
No
Physical
Color
Black
Environmental Resistance
No
Weight
9 oz / 254 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.69 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.8 x 7.1 x 3"

Sony WH-1000XM4 Reviews

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How about the guarantee if I'm not in USA?

How about the guarantee if I'm not in USA?
Asked by: Fahad
Hi Fahad, the headphones will work even you're outside USA. If you're pertaining to the warranty, we recommend contacting the store/dealer where you'll purchase the unit for more details. Erin
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2021-05-20

Do these go any louder than the Bose QC35?

Do these go any louder than the Bose QC35?
Asked by: Robert
The sensitivity on the Bose QC 35ii is 100 dB(decibels), the Sony 1000XM4 has a sensitivity of 105dB so it requires less power and goes up slightly louder
Answered by: Rafael
Date published: 2021-11-03

How many ohms do these have?

How many ohms do these have?
Asked by: Christopher
Hi Christopher, Thanks for the inquiry. Unfortunately, Sony doesn't provide this information. Sincerely, -Craig
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2024-11-26

If I use the Android app to set these up will the ...

If I use the Android app to set these up will the settings be retained when I use the headphones via Bluetooth with a Windows 10 computer?
Asked by: Richard
Hi Richard, thank you for your question. Yes, the settings will be saved in the unit itself even you connect it with other devices until you initialize it. Hope this helps .~Earl
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2021-12-22

Is it works like camera monitor by cord?

Is it works like camera monitor by cord?
Asked by: Artur
Yes, it comes with an audio cable.
Answered by: Kwok
Date published: 2021-05-20

This is brand new right?

This is brand new right?
Asked by: Syvel A.
Hi Syvel A., Thanks for the question. Yes. All brand new items are boxed and sealed. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. I hope this helps and thank you for having interest with Sony! Regards, -Craig
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2024-03-30

Can you turn the noise-canceling feature off ...

Can you turn the noise-canceling feature off completely?
Asked by: Josh
Yes
Answered by: Salman
Date published: 2020-11-16

Do you B&H carry Sony replacement earpads (not ...

Do you B&H carry Sony replacement earpads (not earpad covers), and do you carry the weird short charging cable (as a spare)?
Asked by: John
Hi John, Thanks for the inquiry. Yes, you can purchase replacement earpads and USB-C charging cable for the WH-1000XM4. Please visit our Replacement Parts & Accessories page on this link for more information: https://sony.encompass.com/search?searchTerm=WH-1000XM4 REF: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00231437 Regards, Sam
Answered by: SonyListens
Date published: 2022-07-25
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