Sony WH-1000XM4C M4 2nd Gen Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - 2026

Sony WH-1000XM4C/B M4 2nd Gen Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - 2026

The Sony WH-1000XM4C combines 1000X Series noise cancelling, premium sound, and lightweight comfort in a foldable wireless headphone design. Whether you're listening at home, traveling, or switching between devices, these headphones are built to make everyday listening simple and personalized.

1000X Series Noise Cancelling

Everyday distractions can make it harder to focus on what you're listening to. The 1000X Series noise cancelling helps quiet those distractions, while the Personal Noise Canceling Optimizer lets you personalize the noise cancelling experience.

Ambient Sound Mode and Quick Attention are also available when you want to stay aware of your surroundings without taking the headphones off.

Premium Sound Quality

The Sony WH-1000XM4C delivers premium sound with customizable tuning for a more personalized listening experience. DSEE Extreme™ restores detail in compressed music files in real time, while LDAC supports High-Resolution Audio Wireless listening.

The 40mm driver units provide a frequency response of 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz when using the headphone cable with the unit turned on. Bluetooth audio supports SBC, AAC, and LDAC formats, with LDAC supporting a frequency range of 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz with 96 kHz sampling at 990 kbps.

Personalized Listening With Sound Connect

Compatible with the Sony | Sound Connect app, the Sony WH-1000XM4C lets you personalize listening and feature settings. Customizable settings make it easier to shape your listening experience around how you use your headphones.

Comfortable, Foldable Design

At approximately 253g, these headphones have a lightweight design that's easy to wear throughout the day. The foldable construction also makes them convenient for travel, while the included carrying case provides a dedicated place to store them.

Clear Call Quality

Precise Voice Pickup Technology helps provide clear call quality, making the Sony WH-1000XM4C suitable for both listening and communication. When you need to move between devices, Multipoint connection lets you switch easily between two devices.

Touch Controls and Wireless Connectivity

Customizable touch controls keep playback and volume adjustments simple. Bluetooth Specification Version 6.0 provides the wireless connection, with support for A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, and HSP interfaces.

The 2.4 GHz frequency range operates from 2.4000 GHz to 2.4835 GHz. The headphones also support SCMS-T content protection.

Up to 27 Hours of Battery Life

The Sony WH-1000XM4C provides up to 27 hours of continuous music playback with noise cancelling on and up to 34 hours with noise cancelling off. For continuous communication, battery life is rated at up to 20 hours with noise cancelling on and up to 27 hours with it turned off.

The rechargeable lithium-ion battery charges via USB and supports quick charging.

Wired Listening Option

Wireless listening isn't the only option. The detachable single-sided headphone cable is approximately 1.2 m long and includes a gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug. Passive operation is supported, with an impedance of 40 ohms when the unit is turned on and 16 ohms when it is turned off.

Available Colours

• WH-1000XM4C/B: Black
• WH-1000XM4C/S: Platinum Silver
• WH-1000XM4C/V: Lavender

Specifications at a Glance

• Driver Unit: 40mm
• Weight: Approx. 253g
• Bluetooth Specification: Version 6.0
• Supported Audio Formats: SBC, AAC, LDAC
• Frequency Response: 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz
• Music Playback Battery Life: Max. 27 hours (NC ON), Max. 34 hours (NC OFF)
• Communication Battery Life: Max. 20 hours (NC ON), Max. 27 hours (NC OFF)
• Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
• Battery Charge Method: USB
• Noise Cancelling: Personal Noise Canceling Optimizer
• Ambient Sound Mode: Normal
• Quick Attention: Yes
• Passive Operation: Yes
• Cable Type: Single-sided, detachable
• Cable Length: Approx. 1.2 m
• Impedance: 40 ohm (1 kHz) with unit on, 16 ohm (1 kHz) with unit off
• Sensitivity: 106 dB/mW with unit on, 101 dB/mW with unit off
• Plug: Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

A Practical Choice for Everyday Listening

The Sony WH-1000XM4C brings together noise cancelling, detailed wireless audio, customizable controls, clear calls, and long battery life in a lightweight foldable design. With Multipoint connection, app compatibility, wired listening, and several listening modes, it gives you plenty of flexibility without making everyday use complicated.

FAQs

1. How long does the battery last on the Sony WH-1000XM4C? Music playback lasts up to 27 hours with noise cancelling on and up to 34 hours with noise cancelling off.
2. Does the Sony WH-1000XM4C support LDAC? Yes. It supports LDAC for High-Resolution Audio Wireless listening.
3. Can the headphones connect to two devices? Yes. Multipoint connection allows the headphones to switch easily between two devices.
4. What colours is the Sony WH-1000XM4C available in? It is available in Black, Platinum Silver, and Lavender.
5. Can the headphones be used with a cable? Yes. The headphones support passive operation and include a detachable approximately 1.2 m headphone cable with a gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug.