Customer Ratings & Reviews

I have had the Apple AirPod Max headphones since their original release. They have been great headphones for me, but I always hated the horrible case and weight as it made it challenging to travel with. I was drawn to the XM6 for travel purposes, but really hated the plastic build and the fact that my ears touched the inside of the ear cups while wearing them. When I saw these were released, I immediately purchased a pair and those concerns were addressed. The jump in build quality is huge! I find them to be more comfortable, the sound stage is wider and the overall sound seems a bit "cleaner." The case is a great design and something Apple should take note of. I have found them to be a great fit between the AirPods Max and the Sony XM6. Like pretty much all products, they are not perfect. My cons would be the reduced battery life, added weight from the XM6, lack of folding so they do take up more space when traveling, and while I prefer the look of the lighter color, I feel I may need to exchange them for the black to avoid them getting dirty from use based on the light color of the headphones and the case.

These are easily the best earphones I have owned. From the moment you put them on, the build quality and performance stand out. Sound Quality: Crisp highs, detailed mids, and punchy, controlled bass. Whether listening to spoken word, podcasts, or dense music tracks, the clarity and depth are exceptional. Comfort & Fit: They sit securely without creating painful pressure points, making them comfortable enough for hours of continuous wear during work, workouts, or travel. Noise Cancellation: Sony's ANC effortlessly isolates background chatter, engine hums, and daily distractions so you can focus completely on your audio. If you are looking for premium earphones that nail the balance of superior acoustic performance and all-day comfort, these are worth every penny. Highly recommended.

Got my Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION Noise Cancelling Headphones at Best Buy. Been using them for a bit now. Don't get the low ratings by some. I own Sony XM4, XM5, XM6 and now these. First, I think they fit great. Sound is fantastic (makes you feel like you sit in the middle of everything). No, I would not wear them to the gym (I would use Ear Buds). Yes, they are pricey compared to the other Sony Headphones (I figured I was worth it). I recommend the XM6 if you want to save the extra $250 or the XM5 to save $400. Both are good choices. Good quality Headphones (still have those two). My humble opinion, the Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION is the best so far. Like the premium build. I work from home, so these are great to listen to music and shut everything else off to concentrate. The only question you have to ask yourself, are you worth the extra money for a premium set of headphones. I would highly recommend these.

I’ll be honest with these headphones; it’s exceptionally well made & sound quality is excellent. It’s exactly what it sets out to be; an all out build of their flagship headphones celebrating the history of the XM lineup. Build quality is the star with premium materials around. It’s a pricey purchase, but overall worth the cost. Especially since it’s an anniversary release.

The Sony 1000X Collexion in Platinum are Sony’s flagship premium headphones, released to celebrate their 10th anniversary of 1000X series headphones, are premium in every sense. The luxury focused headphones showcase thoughtful design and premium materials with renowned engineering to deliver an enhanced experience. In the box you receive the Collexion Headphones, the carrying case, and a short headphone cable. The matching case is nice and compact, form-fitted to the headphones with a magnetic enclosure, but for the price point, Sony should include a unique charger or at least a woven charging cable to match the premium vibe. Fortunately, the Collexion headphones both sounds incredible and looks the part, thanks to a V3 processor paired with bespoke drivers and premium materials such as polished stainless steel and vegan leather. The platinum finish looks fantastic, fully wrapped in vegan leather with stainless steel banding and hinge design, a welcome change for previous generations. The all metal frame and hinge not only will hold up to years of use, it elevates the look of the headphones and provides a solid feel when adjusting the band or folding the earcups. The Collexion are extremely comfortable thanks to the deep and plush, oversized earcups and generous soft padding on the headband. I found they sit snug without any pressure points, making it easy to wear for extended amount of time though they did make my ears a bit toasty after a few hours. With up to 24 hours of battery life, the Collexion is up to the challenge and the documentation indicates you can even gain 1.5 hours of usage with just 5 minutes of charging. Though not included, the Collexion features a USB C port for charging and 3.5mm for wired listening. The V3 processor does a great job at up mixing, with the 360 Music setting somehow widening the sound stage and experience of the composition. For a purist, you can disable DSEE and manually adjust levels as well. Overall, the audio quality is close to exceptional, providing incredible depth and clarity that is exceptional considering these are not large studio cans. The ANC is also impressive, performing exceptionally well at filtering your environment thanks to the QN3 processor and 12 microphone array. The Collexion can even adapt to your movement and adapt the ANC settings on the fly, learning your preferences. You can also specify ANC modes based on whether you are active, walking or seated to tailor the experience to your liking. The on device controls include dedicated buttons for ANC mode, audio mixing, and power. Volume and music controls are handled via gesture on the side of the earcup and worked well enough, though it took some practice. The Sony Collexion are by far the most comfortable, quiet, and luxurious headphones I have owned, setting the bar for what a quality product should be. These are a perfect gift for those who appreciate design and are my go to headphones for music listening, cinema, or even peace and quiet thanks to Sony audio engineering combined with beautiful craftsmanship, all while achieving incredible comfort.

Comfort counts and for long term listening of several hours a day, comfort is indeed king. As a longtime member of the HeadFi community I freely admit to being a headphone enthusiast, albeit within personal reasons and a big reason for me to like this newest Sony 1000X COLLEXION set of 'phones is the superb comfort afforded by them. I own a variety of wired and wireless headphones purchased over the years including Sennheiser Momentum 3 and 4 models and Sony WH1000XM4 and WH1000XM6 versions as well as wired models such as my Focal Elegia, which are my favorite wired 'phones. But while I don't mind at all being hard-wired to quality there are plenty of times when I want my music to not only move me, but move with me. This new Sony 1000X COLLEXION wireless Blue Tooth headphones with ANC (Adaptive Noise Cancelling) are even better than their excellent WH1000XM6 and far, far ahead of my WH1000XM4 'phones. Setup and connection is fast and easy. I already have Sony's Sound Connect application on my iPhone 16 Pro Max which makes it relatively fast and easy to not only connect but to make changes to the listening modes and equalizer settings if you so desire. Within the app there is "Safe Listening" information based upon data from the WHO "World Health Organization". As I never listen to any music that is LOUD, I had no need to look into that information other than to report it is there for others to consider. There is also another feature of the app that allows you to backup and restore your settings and data. Within the app you can select Noise Cancelling, Ambient Sound or Off. The Ambient Sound setting is designed to let outside noises to be filtered in while you listen to your music. This feature utilizes the headphone's built-in microphones to pass environmental/background sounds such as traffic and conversations directly to your ears to help keep you more aware of your surroundings. There are also 5 listening modes: Standard. Music. Cinema. Game. Background Music. The Music mode was just fine as was the Standard and the Background Music mode was to me, annoying. I did not try the Game mode but the surprise for me came when I selected the Cinema mode. It was wonderful, especially so with tradtional Jazz/Pop Vocals such as Ella Fitzgerald, Sinatra, Nancy Wilson and Classical Music. Simply outstanding. I realize that many folks want to "hear the music as the artist intended" but I also know that if I enjoy a piece of music eq'd to my taste, then that is how I intend to hear it and I found the Cinema mode to be quite delightful without being tiresome. If you disable ANC and Ambient settings the battery is good for up to 32 hours of use. I have listened for periods of 3 to 4 hours straight and have no doubts I could probably easily make a flight to Australia without having a battery drain problem! Now for my favorite aspect of the new Sony 1000X COLLEXION: It pairs instantly (after the initial pairing process) with my Sony PS-LX3BT Blue Tooth automatic Turntable!! I am listening to a pristine copy of the Beatles album, "Something New - The Beatles" and it sounds FANTASTIC through these super headphones! Over the last few days I have spent time with my records via that 'table and these wonderfully comfortable 'phones. Normally I play the turntable through my Denon Home Amp (bought by myself at Best Buy!) and I truly do think I prefer listening "privately" via these headphones as not only is the sound excellent but so too are the memories of over 60 years ago listening to records. Dean Martin. Etta James. The Beach Boys. Sinatra. And so many more. It's as if Mr. Peabody and Sherman from the '60s cartoon "Peabody's Improbable History" had condensed their "WABAC" (pronounced "wayback") machine into a headphone that transported me to a very happy time in my life. As such I will say that the Sony 1000X COLLEXION headphones are beyond highly recommended! And when paired with the Sony PS-LX3BT turntable that's all you need to take your music back in time. No other amp or speakers are needed. Just power up the 'table, turn on your Sony 1000X COLLEXION headphones and hit the "Bluetooth" button on the turntable and listen to the soundtrack of your life!

The Sony 100X Collexion headphones are Sonys high end headphones for audiophiles. They present them as having great sound and comfort with premium materials. While the headphones are decent, I don't feel like the hit the mark for what they are asking for them. Pros - Comfortable - Good Battery Life - Large touch zone - Great microphone Cons - Materials feel and look cheap - Not loud enough - App isn't intuitive As for build quality, I have no real issues with it. I don't like the materials of the headset. They are mostly plastic, and the texturing they used on the plastic makes it feel rather cheap. The case they come in isn't the greatest either for such a premium headset, simple clamshell design with a latch that I feel like will break after enough use. Additionally there is no charging cable included with these. It does include a 3.5mm audio cord though, which is a nice addition. As for sound quality, I find myself preferring my ear buds. The headphones produce decent sound with a little bass. For a premium headset with advanced drivers like Sony is claiming, I expected more volume out of these. Additionally, at max volume the sound quality seems to fall off a bit. Using the AI upsampling for low quality streams made little difference from what I could tell. Now where these do excel is the microphone. I've had multiple people tell me that the sound quality on their end from the headset is much clearer than my phone or PC headset. Sony states that this headset has 12 microphones, so maybe that is the difference but they seem to do well there. As for comfort, these aren't bad but not great either. The ear muffs are made out of a mesh like material, but it isn't the most comfortable. They aren't necessarily uncomfrotable, but you can definintely dell you are wearing them. Same goes for the top headband cushion. Finally, the battery life. I have listened about 8 hours out of these from a full charge and I'm sitting at 50% battery life left. I use them primarily in the gym (not while I'm running though), I've only charged it the one time and its made it through a full week of use, at max volume with noise cancelling on.

These headphones have become my new favorite of all time so far. I have the WH-1000XM6 and will be comparing some main differences and why I think it's worth the extra cost to get these new ones. I wanted to also mention that the only thing it doesn't come with is the USB-C charging cable which I thought was weird but it does come with a 3.5mm audio cable. The build quality is my main reason for these being worth the extra money I absolutely love the feeling of the scuff resistant vegan faux leather the metal buttons and brushed metal accents. It feels so nice to the touch to change the volume and use all the controls compared to the XM6 which is slippery plastic and not as fingerprint resistant. The carrying case is so much better also they both are about the same size case but the carrying handle is a very nice touch and it's so thin still and I prefer the ease of putting the headphones away and not folding them up I just have to pick them up rotate the cups and put them on and it's way faster and easier than the XM6 that fold and I have to spend a minute trying to figure out which direction does it go again and this new design saves me a lot of time. I also really love that they put L and R inside the ear cups instead of on the inside of the headband so I can even easier identify which side is correct. These new headphones are thinner when placed on my head the ear cups do not stick out as much as the XM6 and has a much better profile for my head. The fit is more relaxed on these new ones and not as tight against my head as the XM6. I could shake my head and these will probably fall off if I tried hard enough while the XM6 would most likely not fall off in the same circumstances. The headband is wider on these and is way more comfortable for longer periods of use but they do get my ears hot and sweaty after about 30 mins to an hour which was the same for me when using the XM6. Sound is similar on both to me I don't notice much of a difference but if I had to pick the 1000X are slightly better due to the upgraded V3 chip that powers the DSEE Ultimate vs the XM6 that has DSEE Extreme. The new version has a dedicated button that can switch between different Spatial Audio upmixing and adds music gaming and cinema compared to XM6 that is limited to Cinema from the app only. I tried to like the spatial upmixing but to me I wasn't impressed as much as I preferred just listening on standard mode but also not sure how it affected my Apple Music Spatial Audio when listening to my music it would override that and to me did not sound as good as native Dolby Atmos Apple Audio. Bluetooth 6 is slightly better than the XM6 that is 5.3. Battery life is good for me but the XM6 is supposed to last 30 hours compared to these that offer 24 hours of life. The one negative thing that happened to me is my right ear cup started to make a static sound after a few minutes of listening and will not go away even after hard resetting and repairing to my device. The only way to get it to stop is to turn off all noise cancellation features which defeats the purpose of having these as the noise cancelling is excellent. I was able to contact Sony for a replacement and hopefully it doesn't happen again but has happened to other people with older headphones so not sure what the issue is with that and customer service has been very helpful so hopefully that doesn't happen to you and you get a good extra warranty on these just in case.

Somehow, someway, Sony out did themselves this year with the premium version of the WH-1000XM6. They updated multiple parts that equals one of the most comfortable pairs of headphones by far. Right when I put them on, the feeling was instantaneous. Both have similar tech inside like noise cancelling that is very effective, I love them both. But the difference is huge actually. The actual cans completely fit over my ears, enveloping them. The XM6’s never truly fit over my ears, while never really hurting the experience,this was always a slight annoyance. Another change this time is the metal sections on the sides that really help with the stability and premium overall feel. The initial set up is through the Sony Sound Connect & works well with the overall experience. Set up was quick and I ran into no issues on set up. I like the options in the app for things like Ambient Sound Control that offers noise, ambient or off. Also, listening mode is interesting too. There are options like standard, Music, Cinema, Game & Background music. I liked the Cinema, it sounded like it did add some kind of audio flare that wasn’t there before. I plan on checking them all out in different situations and see how good they really are. The other setting I see on the app is the Adaptive Sound Control that changes depending on what you’re doing and where you are. The XM6 headphones have similar, if not identical effects as well. I took a picture I included with the headphones on my PS5 with a similar color. I think they both look great together, but unless I have an adapter, I can’t use them on the PS5 as they use proprietary software for the console. There are 2 colors only of white & black. I had my doubts initially with the white leather they chose, but looks very nice up close. Lastly, the case it comes in is also an upgrade over the XM6 case. This has partly to do with the hinges that are changed. I brought them up earlier, but since there are less moving parts on the head band sections, this time just folding the phones inward is all you need to fit them in perfectly in the case. Too easy and I like it that way, it really helps keep them clean. Let's get to the negative. The price! Yes, these are extremely expensive at MSRP, we can all agree on. The question is, are they worth it?? I keep going back and forth on this all night. The comfortability is off the charts here. Even with the inclusion of the metal, I can’t tell with the weight distribution, they are just very comfortable to wear. My first night, I think I wore them for over 2 hours testing them and never once did they feel cumbersome on or around my ears. If you are comfortable with how the XM5 or 6 feel and are happy with them, I would advise you to stay there. Maybe wait for a sale? However as far as the best premium set of headphones, these are definitely them in my opinion. They are my new daily driver which is impressive considering that white is my least favorite color to wear. So if still interested, definitly pick these up, you'll be glad you did. Good: Extremely comfortable to wear and use Bad: Extremely expensive at $650

Nothing about these headphones will really surprise you, but unless you have some idiosyncratic desire like I did, there are much better options for much less. I have used the XM4 for years, and I tried out the XM6 before deciding on the Collexion. The good: The headphones sounds great. (Not better than the XM6 though) The headphones are extremely comfortable. The noise cancelling is good. (Not as good as the XM6) The building quality is excellent. The ear cups are spacious and comfortable. Controls work well. There is a ton of audio customization. The bad: Battery life is low compared to similar Sony models. The headphones do not fold. They cost a lot. The headband is comfortable, but I think it could use a bit firmer foam for structure. The headband foam is my only real criticism because everything else, like battery life, folding, and price are things you can evaluate for yourself without ever seeing the headphones in person. Finally, here is why the headphones were right for me: I am used to Sony stuff due to having the XM4s and I like the controls, so I was always going to get another pair of Sony, it was just which pair. The 1000x has a lower profile than most headphones (and much much lower than the XM6), which is extremely important to me because I sometimes sleep in them to block out noise. Sony removed some controls for this one, which really feels like they took out some bloatware due to a unique problem I had with the XM4s. Whenever I would wear the XM4s outside, the wind would activate the talk-to-call feature and it would call someone. I tried everything to turn the feature off, and it was simply impossible to accomplish. It sucks to be out for a walk and realize that you headphones have called randomly someone several steps above you in your organization or someone you have not talked to in 15 years. The 1000X does not do that and have a feature to completely turn it off. If any of that stuff is really important to you, I would say look at these. If you are looking at these for any other reason, I think you would be happier with the XM6. One last note, I do not think of myself as an audiophile (I am actually partially deaf), so maybe the sound quality is reason to get these, but I am just not qualified to comment on that, other than saying they sound good.

These are pricy, but the feel and materials, sound, noise cancellation, and comfort level are unmatched as a package. Although I do think the Airpod Max 2's may win in ANC, these beat them in almost every other aspect. Really the only negative I can think of is that I wish these folded up for easier transport during travel.

The speaker is excellent and comfortable to wear. The sound is very good. Some issues I have is that at the price, they should provide a booklet to explain how to get the most out of the headphone. Also I should not require to use an app. The case is useful but it would be better if you could charge the headphone through the case. That way, the headphones could be protected while charging. The headphone is a little heavier than I'm used to but that hasn't been a problem I wear it on mass transit or walking down the streets. They do an excellent job cancelling out noise. I would not use it while working out or running. The biggest issue is the price and I think there should be better for the jump from the other Sony noise cancelling headphones. I would recommend it but you should check out competitors products first.

Extremely comfortable, the weather was super soft, but I really love the long battery life, the sound quality is excellent, and the ear seal really keeps out all the outside noise

I bought these after returning the Bose QuietComfort 2nd gen, and to be honest, I'm still a bit undecided because the noise cancellation was better on the Bose. But the controls and sound quality are superb. The comfort and build quality are noticeable, although I don't think they're $200 better than Bose. I don't know if I'm explaining myself well, but perhaps for $200 more I would have expected something even better. The white ones are more beautiful, but I'll stick with these because the touch controls are on another level with Sony.

As an Apple user, I was told only AirPods Max could handle seamless device switching, but these Sonys switch between devices just fine. Pros: Fit & Comfort: Unlike most headphones that press against my ears, these sit completely around them without inner padding touching my ear. Only the AirPods Max matched this comfort but AirPods max weight makes them unusable for me personally . Sound: A noticeable upgrade—clearer and punchier— up to you whether it is worth on its own to justify $200+. Cons: Wear-Detection Quirk: While taking them off pauses audio, pressing play while they’re sitting on a desk still plays music. It’s the same on my Pixel, so it’s a flaw for all headphones i tried . Power Button: Feels cheap and clunky compared to the rest of the build. Verdict: Top-notch comfort and performance overall, despite a couple of minor design annoyances.

I tried the Bose Quiet Comfort Ultra and experienced ear pain while on a 5-hour flight. The Apple product is too heavy. I tried the Sony WH-1000XM6 which were good, but not as comfortable as the Sony 1000X The Collexion. Slightly less battery life is not an issue as these have plenty of battery storage for most everyone's needs. Definitely worth the extra money for me.

I have been wearing Sony headphones since WH-1000XM3. I had to take a break with WH-1000XM6 because I didn't care for the way they fit...then comes the 1000X. I love the feel when I wear these headphones! The sound is incredible. Using the Sound app, you have micro control over adjustments to the sound. Once I achieved the sound stage that I liked, I spent some time testing all the music genres that I like and everything sounded...phenomenal! I don't know if I would recommend the 1000X over the WH-1000XM6, because I passed on that release, but the 1000X is 100% worth testing to see if they can elevate your music experience.

These provide the best sound quality for anytype of music because it has a variety of settings you can adjust. Not the best I am sure for audiophile snobs but excellent for us normal folks. They are very comfortable - I have fallen asleep with them on several times - wake up with no discomfort in my ears or outside - best purchase I have made this year.

These headphones are very good. Coming off of having the XM4s, these are more comfortable and have superior noise cancelling. They are amazing for flying and cancel our engine and white noise very well. They are nice to wear for long periods of time and don't feel too heavy. The cost is high and the value for money is not as good as the XM6s, but the materials feel premium and durable.

Very enjoyable to wear honestly I enjoy it much more compared to the whm6 headphones. If you are looking for the best ANC Sony has to offer these would be definitely it. I would recommend if you don’t already have the mx6 and are wanting a nicer version of it.