Customer Ratings & Reviews

Hi VSDO95, We're very happy to hear you're having an enjoyable experience so far with the excellent sound quality and industry-leading noise cancelation feature of these headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hello acportillo23,
Thank you for leaving your review and we're glad that you are satisfied with the overall quality and performance of our XM4. We apologize if you are having some connection issues. If you need further assistance, please email the below information to socialsupport@am.sony.com.

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Hi Camaragirl25,
We are thrilled to hear you're loving your WH-1000XM4 headphones! It's fantastic to get such enthusiastic feedback.

We designed them with features like industry-leading noise cancellation and a long-lasting battery so you can truly get lost in your music.

Thank you for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany

Hi Tyler,

Awesome! We're glad that these headphones are perfect for your lifestyle. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony!

-Ralph

Hi MommyFace, thank you for sharing your feedback about the WH-1000XM4 and for giving them a fair try—it's clear you value sound immersion and strong bass, especially for workout music. We're sorry to hear the experience didn't meet your expectations, and we appreciate your openness in exploring whether the WH-1000XM5 might be a better fit.

Here are a few points that might help clarify and address your concerns:

Sound Quality & Bass Performance
The WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM5 both deliver high-quality audio with Sony’s signature noise-cancelling technology. Many users find the bass on the WH-1000XM4 to be balanced and punchy for most daily listening needs.
That said, the perception of bass can be quite subjective and depends on personal taste, genre preferences, and even how the headphones are worn.

Enhancing Bass & Sound Immersion
If you’re finding the bass a little light, try adjusting the sound through the Sony Headphones Connect app. Using the built-in equalizer, you can either select the “Bass Boost” preset or tailor the sound further by increasing the “Clear Bass” slider. This adjustment often provides the enhanced low end and immersion you’re looking for without sacrificing overall sound quality.

Considering the WH-1000XM5
The WH-1000XM5 is the next-generation model and brings various refinements in noise cancellation and sound clarity, along with a slightly different sound profile. Some users report that the XM5 offers a bit more detail and spaciousness, but both models aim for a natural, immersive soundstage rather than overwhelming bass.
If ultimate bass is your priority, you might also want to explore Sony’s EXTRA BASS line, which focuses specifically on delivering heightened low frequencies.

Other Suggestions
Make sure your headphones' firmware is up-to-date and that the ear pads form a good seal—they both impact sound immersion and bass response.

Different devices and streaming quality settings can also affect perceived bass, so experimenting here may help too.

We totally understand wanting to “love” a pair of headphones, and it's important they're a good match for your music style and expectations. If you have the opportunity to try the WH-1000XM5s, we recommend doing so to see if the tweaks in their sound signature better align with what you’re looking for. And please don’t hesitate to use the app’s equalizer options—they can dramatically change your listening experience!

Your honest feedback helps us improve, so thank you again for sharing your thoughts and considering Sony.

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Gus
Sony Social Media Team

Hi MichaelG,

Perfect! We're glad that you are enjoying the noise canceling function of the headphones. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony!

-Ralph

Hi BryanT, thanks for your output. We're delighted to hear that you love the sound quality. Thank you also for choosing Sony. Erin

Hi Kate,

Thank you for the purchase and we're happy to hear that you love the noise canceling of the headphones. The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location.Thank you for choosing Sony!

-David

Hi RSas,

Thank you for your review. We are really sorry if the sound quality, color, fit, and noise canceling function of our WH-1000XM4 did not live up to your expectations. We appreciate your feedback. Despite the issues, we are glad to hear you are satisfied with its awesome build design.

For sound quality, the WH-1000XM4 features an equalizer with the use of the Sony | Headphones Connect app. You can adjust it according to your preferences to suit your overall listening experience. You can also change the sound quality mode from the Sony | Headphones Connect app to "priority on sound quality mode" so the headphones will prioritize the sound quality of your audio device.

For noise canceling, you can enhance this feature by following the steps provided on the link below:
https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm4/v1/en/contents/TP0002752735.html

For fit or comfort issues, the WH-1000XM4 has a self-adjusting headband and soft cushioned earcups that cover the whole ear. You may try adjusting the headband slider so that they cover your ears. This will help give you more personalized comfort.

You may also find the information provided on the following link helpful:
Why do my ears hurt when putting on and wearing headphones? - https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00015243

If there's anything we can do to help, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can better assist you.

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Romeo
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Hi Simple, Thank you for the excellent review! We're glad you love the comfortable fit and sound quality of your Sony WH-1000XM4. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hi ArtsGeek, Fantastic! We're glad you like the excellent noise canceling feature and long-lasting battery life of your Sony WH1000XM4. And we're sorry to hear you're having an issue setting up the multipoint connection feature. Please refer to the link below to ensure that the multipoint connection is set up correctly.

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00249936

You can also watch a short video clip on the link below for more information.

https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wh-1000xm4/articles/00255680

 Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony. -Sam

Hello Vivian,
Perfect! Thank you for your purchase and we are very happy that you love your new Sony WH1000XM4 for having such an awesome quality and noise canceling feature. The WH1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. If you haven't already, please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let you fine-tune your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco

Hi ja1bee,
Awesome! We're glad to hear your enjoyable experience with your new headphones. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony! - Kris

Hi gloria, we're glad you like the ease of use, color and noise canceling feature of our product. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing SONY. ~Earl

Hi LuisO!
Thanks for sharing your feedback with us! We are very glad to hear that the WH-1000XM4 headphones are a good fit for your workouts. We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know.

Thanks for choosing Sony!
Best regards,
Estefany

Hello Omari,
Great! Thanks for sharing your feedback and we're glad that you appreciate the build quality and audio quality of our WH1000XM4. Enjoy and thanks for choosing Sony! - Marco

Hi Tugs, Thank you for the great feedback! We're vey happy to hear you appreciate the amazing noise cancellation of your Sony WH-1000XM4. Intelligent and intuitive, the WH-1000XM4 headphones offer further improvements to our industry-leading noise cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and smart listening that adjusts to your behavior and your location. Using the Sony Headphones Connect app, Ambient Sound Control lets you adjust the volume of background sound and gives you the option to allow voices alone to be heard. Meanwhile, the Equalizer lets you customize sound levels to suit your music. Thanks for choosing Sony! -Sam

Hi Luke, Glad to hear that you are happy with your new WH-1000XM4! The WH-1000XM4 is a new design, with intelligent and intuitive Ambient Sound Control features that include improvements to Multipoint connection and our industry-leading Noise Cancelation, exceptional sound quality, and Smart Listening that adjusts to your behavior and location. If you haven't already, please check our Sony Headphones Connect app which will let you fine-tine your music to your liking! Thank you for choosing Sony! -Carl

Hi Contribute2chaos Awesome! We're glad that you are enjoying your new headphones. Thank you for choosing Sony. Erin