The Best Noise Cancellation
Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancellation is optimized in real time.

Co-Created with Mastering Audio Engineers
Precision-tuned for studio-quality clarity, with every note and vocal true to the artist’s intent.

HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3
The HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), optimizing 12 microphones in real time—for better noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity. 

Adaptive NC Optimizer
Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer automatically adjusts to external noise, air pressure, and wearing style for uninterrupted, immersive sound.

Auto Ambient Sound Mode
Balance music and external sounds with Auto Ambient Sound Mode, allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings.

Authenticity, in every note
Advanced noise-shaping D/A conversion technology reduces distortion and enhances bass delivering crisp and accurate sound.

High-Resolution Audio
Supports High-Resolution Audio and LDAC for exceptional sound quality, even wirelessly.

Real-time File Restoration
Edge-AI and DSEE Extreme upscale compressed music, restoring high-range sound lost during compression.

Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere.
Six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, isolates your voice, filtering out background noise for crystal-clear calls.

Tailored Comfort, Thoughtfully Designed
Wider, asymmetrical headband with synthetic leather for all-day comfort, paired with a foldable design perfect for traveling.

Intuitive Controls
Effortlessly adjust the volume and play music without reaching for your phone. The headphones can detect when you’re speaking and pause the music seamlessly.

Sound Connect app
Customize noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound, and access personalize EQ settings with the Sony | Sound Connect app.

Long Battery Life and Convenient Charging
Up to 30 hours of playback, with up to 3 hours of music using 3-minute quick charge. Bluetooth and audio cable charging supported.

Noise Canceling
Personal NC Optimizer
Adaptive NC Optimizer

Quick Attention: Yes

Ambient Sound Mode - Normal: Yes
Bluetooth version: 5.3
Effective Range: Approx. 10 m
FREQUENCY RANGE: 2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
Profile: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP
Supported Audio Format: SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Supported Content Protection: SCMS-T
Battery Charge Method: USB

Battery Life (continuous music playback time)
Max. 30 hours(NC ON), Max. 40 hours(NC OFF)

BATTERY LIFE (CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)
Max. 24 hours(NC ON), Max. 28 hours(NC OFF)

Lithium Battery: Yes
Weight: Approx. 254 g

General Features
Frequency Response: 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)
Cord Length: Approx. 1.2 m
Cord type: Single-sided (detachable)
Driver Unit: 30 mm

Impedance (Ohm):
48 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 16 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)

Magnet: Neodymium
Plug: Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

Sensitivities (dB/mW):
103 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 102 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)

Wearing Style: Over Ear

Headphone Type: Closed

Frequency Response (Active Operation): 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)

Frequency Response (Bluetooth® Communication)
20 Hz-20,000 Hz(44.1 kHz sampling) 20 Hz-40,000 Hz(LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps)

Passive Operation: Yes
Ambient Sound Mode: Yes