Sony's WH-1000XM4 headphones bend over backwards to deliver the most enjoyable audio experience. With active noise cancellation, Bluetooth and NFC wireless connectivity, superior comfort and long battery life, these headphones are the perfect companion on the go. Enjoy Hi-Res Audio quality, intuitive touch controls and built-in voice assistants. Let yourself be transported to the emotions of your favourite songs and revolutionise the way you listen to music.
High-performance active noise reduction
Sony's headphones offer high-performance noise reduction to accompany you on your commute, in the office or in noisy places. Four microphones capture ambient noise and then transmit it to the HD QN1 processor, which cancels it out to give you the best possible listening experience. This active noise reduction is adapted to your morphology and is optimised at high altitude (atmospheric pressure sensor).
Other functions are also available. TheAdaptive Sound Control, for example, adapts the settings according to your activity or location. The Ambient Sound mode lets you leave the outside noise behind and become aware of the world around you.
Life-changing features
In your daily life, the Sony WH-1000XM4 headset comes with handy features such as Quick Attention and Speak To Chat. The former allows you to instantly turn down the music by placing your hand over the headset to listen to an announcement or respond to a chat. The second feature automatically pauses playback as soon as you start talking. Playback starts again automatically when you finish talking.
Other sensors are also used for automatic play/pause if you remove/replace your headset on your head.
Hi-Res Audio listening, Bluetooth 5.0 LDAC
The WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones bring Hi-Res Audio to your ears! It features 40mm drivers with neodymium magnets, a frequency response of 4-40,000Hz and DSEE Extreme up-conversion technology. What's more, the Bluetooth 5.0 wireless connection with LDAC support will transport you to the height of musical emotion.
For comfort, Sony's headphones feature ultra-soft memory foam ear cups. And how do you carry them? Nothing could be easier! The foldable design and included pouch make travel easy.
Enjoy unforgettable moments
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headset has intuitive touch controls for playback, volume and calls. Calls are crystal clear thanks to 5 microphones and Precise Voice Pickup technology. In addition, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice assistants are integrated (via Update) to make it easier to interact with your equipment.
The built-in battery provides up to 30 hours of battery life with Bluetooth and noise cancellation enabled. A fast charge function is available to provide an extra 5 hours of battery life with just 10 minutes of charging. Finally, the Headphones Connect app gives you access to a range of settings to further customise your sound experience with Sony.
Main features:
HD QN1 Processor provides industry-leading* noise reduction so you can enjoy your music
Custom noise reduction and air pressure optimisation
Sound Position and Ambient Noise Control
Quick Attention function: put your hand over the headset and the sound will instantly drop
Speak-to-Chat mode: automatic pause when you speak
Automatic pause/playback when you take off/put on the headset thanks to proximity sensor and accelerometers
Wireless freedom with Bluetooth 5. 0 and NFC
Multipoint connection to link 2 devices simultaneously
Intelligent listening with adaptive sound control: automatically adjusts ambient noise based on your activity
High quality audio with DSEE Extreme, LDAC
Touch controls: playback, volume, calls
Integrated Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa, Siri support
Fast charging and long battery life: 30 hours max. (NC on), 38 hours max. (NC off)
Foldable and swivel structure
Ultra-soft memory foam pads
Based on a survey conducted by Sony Corporation as of February 1, 2021, in accordance with JEITA guidelines. In the wireless noise-cancelling headset market.
Meticulous packaging, minimalist, sober design and incredible sound quality.
The headphones were released nearly 5 years ago and, in my opinion, they're still a great value when it comes to headphones, even in 2025.
Simultaneous connection to several devices, active noise cancellation, a battery that lasts more than 20 hours, a jack plug, a carrying case, a dedicated application for changing settings, it's just a dinguery.
The headphones feel great, they're so light that I forget they're even on my head after several hours of use.
In short, it's a real pleasure for the ears and its functions make the experience even better.
Thank you LDLC.
Model: Sony WH-1000XM4 Black
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by bob
Posted on 20 Feb 2025
Bought on 1 Nov 2024 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 6Average rating: 6
Top
Very good purchase, relentless sound quality, top noise reduction (...on a plane too) and more than sufficient autonomy. Quick delivery to the far end of Brittany.
A satisfied customer ^^
Model: Sony WH-1000XM4 Black
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by Captain Blue
Posted on 21 Dec 2024
Bought on 27 Nov 2024 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 3Average rating: 9
excellent headphones,( comparison with xm5)
Excellent headphones, with good bass, but not for everyone.
I had FOCAL Listen, so I'm more used to headphones with a balanced, clear sound and not too much bass.
So at first I had trouble with the dark, bassy signature of these headphones. But then I realised that the original EQ was too muffled, and with a better setting, it's excellent.
But it has its limitations, particularly in the separation of instruments, which is not the case with the xm5.
You get the impression that the sound is in your ears, not in your head. I found it hard to fully immerse myself in the sound, as if there was something missing for me to be able to immerse myself in it, I think it's because of the mids being too present.
In terms of ANC, it's very good, but the xm5 is better.
The xm4's bass is very present, but a little sloppy and too present for certain profiles, which will stifle certain details. The xm5's bass is deeper, darker, less present but more precise and punchy.
If all you want is bass and detail isn't your concern, you'll prefer the xm4. If you prefer a more versatile, more balanced headphone that's more immersive in sound, even though it's deeper and darker, the xm5 is for you.
The quality of the microphone and transparent mode on the xm5 is excellent.
For long hours of listening, I prefer the xm5. For listening to binaural music, meditation, RNB, etc., the XM5 seems better than the xm4 in this respect.
In terms of comfort, the xm5 is better, with less pressure on the top of the head and the ears, so it's suitable even for large heads.
In terms of colour, the silver xm4 looks a bit retro, PS1, and not really silver.
Model: Sony WH-1000XM4 Silver
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by Pierre-louis D
Posted on 27 Nov 2024
Bought on 3 Nov 2024 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 35Average rating: 8
Discover BOB MARLEY at my age ?????
Since these headphones arrived, they've never left my ears except when I'm asleep... and even then!
You might think they're expensive for 'headphones'. But that's not it at all....
At 61, these headphones have made me REALLY hear, for the first time, the music that has accompanied me throughout my life!
I still can't understand how they managed to achieve this degree of sonic perfection. You're really in the recording studio with the artists. I can assure you that I often cry with emotion.
Long battery life. You'll have to charge your phone two or three times before your headphones switch off.
Configuration is rather long and complicated, with a dedicated application that asks you, among other things, to 'scan' the shape of your ears and that measures atmospheric pressure... not forgetting that the headphones 'speak' in several languages.
The noise-cancellation function is particularly effective, although it can cut you off completely from your surroundings.............
What's more, the battery seems to be easy to replace thanks to screws and very little glue for the temperature sensor. Well done SONY for that.
A big thought for the engineers (I'm one of them) it's a GREAT success...
Thanks to LDLC for the birthday present.
Model: Sony WH-1000XM4 Black
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by LucB
Posted on 3 Jul 2024
Bought on 5 Jun 2024 from LDLC
Number of reviews: 1Average rating: 10
Great helmet
I'm absolutely delighted with these headphones. The noise reduction is very effective. Dual Bluetooth connection.
Top delivery time; 4 days.
