expired Posted by iconian | Staff • Feb 12, 2025
Feb 12, 2025 1:34 AM
Item 1 of 2
Item 1 of 2
expired Posted by iconian | Staff • Feb 12, 2025
Feb 12, 2025 1:34 AM
Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Premium Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones
+ Free Shipping$168
$350
52% offeBay
Visit eBayGood Deal
Bad Deal
Save
Share
Top Comments
Between this or the XM5's, I'd get these. I looked at getting XM5's a while back and I don't remember the specifics but I do remember reading they weren't as good.
As a side note for those wondering about XM6's. There has been zero word on a release or that that are even making them. I'm sure they are but it has been complete dead air and only speculation.
40 Comments
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank RUMMYY
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank java568
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank Tootletoots
Between this or the XM5's, I'd get these. I looked at getting XM5's a while back and I don't remember the specifics but I do remember reading they weren't as good.
As a side note for those wondering about XM6's. There has been zero word on a release or that that are even making them. I'm sure they are but it has been complete dead air and only speculation.
The XM4s have Speak to Chat, which auto detects your voice and activates transparency mode automatically. XM4's build quality also feels more premium.
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank bfrank1972
Between this or the XM5's, I'd get these. I looked at getting XM5's a while back and I don't remember the specifics but I do remember reading they weren't as good.
As a side note for those wondering about XM6's. There has been zero word on a release or that that are even making them. I'm sure they are but it has been complete dead air and only speculation.
Also...
I'd personally go with the XM4s. The Ulta seem like a deliberate compromise, even if they are newer.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank starfoxinstinct
I sold mine since I expect large headphones like this to have superior sound quality, and while this one is OK, it's quite a bit below AirPods Max, Bowers and Wilkins PX7 S2, or Sennheiser Momentum 4.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank lapitcha
I originally had the XM5s but lost them. When replacing them, I chose the XM4s based on many online opinions (Reddit, forums, etc.) that suggested they were the better overall option. The common consensus was:
• XM5s have slightly better noise cancellation
• people preferred XM4s for their foldable design, better comfort, and overall sound profile
• mic quality was noted as a potential downside on many of the long reviews (e.g., RTings) though not as widely discussed on forums so I appreciate this comment mentioning it!
My experience:
I went to Best Buy to try them before purchasing at a discount online. They seemed good in the store. It validated my decision. After using the XM4s, I totally regret the decision. While I LOVE that they fold, that's about it.
• Sound quality feels noticeably worse than the XM5s ☹️
• Not impressed overall, despite the strong recs
Now, I'm looking for headphones that offer XM5-level noise cancellation, sound, and mic quality but still folds. That really is a game changer. Bose QC Ultra might be an option, but they're expensive.
Just wanted to share my perspective. Many people love the XM4s, but they're not for me.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank eclecticepicurean
Sign up for a Slickdeals account to remove this ad.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank brucknerfan
I sold mine since I expect large headphones like this to have superior sound quality, and while this one is OK, it's quite a bit below AirPods Max, Bowers and Wilkins PX7 S2, or Sennheiser Momentum 4.
The measurements Soundguys conducted on their B&K High-frequency Head and Torso Simulator (HF-HATS) exhibit a V-shaped character. Rtings uses the same B&K HF-HATS and their test found that compared to their target curve the XM4 sound was boosted by 7.4db at 125Hz and also exhibited a 6db dip in the midrange at 2.2kHz. Amir's measurements exhibited the same boosted lower end and the dip between 2-3kHz.
I guess for people that enjoy a bassy V-shaped sound, the WH-1000XM4 will suit their needs. Otherwise these headphones have to be EQ'd.