Sony WH-1000XM4 Review And Compared To 1000XM3 & 1000XM2

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-- Time Stamps, lol You're Going To Need This
0:00 Intro
0:58 Case
1:50 Build Quality
3:03 Fit
6:27 Tech Specs
10:54 Sound
13:56 Media Controls
15:16 ANC
18:32 Ambient Mode
20:15 Speak To Chat
22:16 Quick Attention
23:42 Mic Test
24:42 Verdict
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At first glance, the new sony 1000XM4’s look identical to the Sony 1000XM3’s. And you wouldn’t be wrong to think that the 1000XM4’s are just a minor refresh of the 1000XM3’s… but there’s actually a lot more going on here both externally and internally and sony has done a great job of refining their already great premium ANC headphones. So today we’re going to check out the Sony 1000XM4’s but we’re going to compare them to the 1000XM3’s and see if its worth upgrading and we’re also going to be comparing them to the Sony 1000XM2’s so you can see how far these headphones have come.
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@carlosguevara3206 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for including the M2s in this. I can't find another comparison between the M4s and M2s. I'm upgrading from my M2s to M4s now that they're on sale for $280.

@MichelandOi 3 жыл бұрын

Mx4 has hissing sound, read reddit, mx3 dont.

@ivanazo666 3 жыл бұрын

Get the xm3 men, i had the xm4 and you will be more than ok with the 3 and way cheaper

@shakenbake2k479 2 жыл бұрын

@@MichelandOi it's a lie

@uwahhhama 2 жыл бұрын

@@ivanazo666 how about now? Is it still worth it buy xm3 or xm4

@rizakayan Жыл бұрын

@@uwahhhama same here?

@ronishx 3 жыл бұрын

Great review! I just wish you had said "XM4/3/2s" rather than "1000XM4/3/2s" 😂 It was a LOT of 1000s.

@tomb2577 3 жыл бұрын

thank you you actually have a sense of big brainness

@samlee2562 3 жыл бұрын

ya but this guy's clearly a robot...!?! o..O haha he acts and speaks so much like an 90's action movie robot 😂 and I think it's an SEO thing, your video gut's bumped up the list if you say the full name of the product all the time, it's why lots of reviewers do it. ..to survive we must bow to the algorithms...

@gabbparungao 3 жыл бұрын

Great review as usual! But I kinda wish I didn’t hear the “1000xm’s” so much. 😅

@devansh9437 3 жыл бұрын

agreed

@amelsfr 3 жыл бұрын

me too... just say xm3/xm4 or just 3/4 don't need to repeat the name

@TheNoambhs 3 жыл бұрын

@@amelsfr exactly Drove me crazy, I feel like 20% of the videos is just saying 100xms

@RajahSaheb 3 жыл бұрын

😂 yeah... Wonder how many times he said "1000xm"

@-E-M-M- 3 жыл бұрын

some one should count them

@lochness3 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a reviewer than knows what the hell they're talking about

@maxview99 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah his videos are on another level. After I found his channel I won't even think about buying a new set of headphones until I watch his review. I'm very grateful for his work.

@owencaldwell8023 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t know why he has only 60,000 something subscribers. He should have like 1.5 million

@jazzjazz7627 3 жыл бұрын

Owen Caldwell if he got that numbers, Sony will corrupt his review and attacks him

@attilab.2818 3 жыл бұрын

@@maxview99 You overthink this a little bit. He likes to hide the cons when it’s a Sony product. Never been an honest channel.

@subashinichellamuthu7565 3 жыл бұрын

@@attilab.2818 he talks bout every detail and sony is a well performing company when it comes to their headphones anyways. So i dont see any flaws in any of his reviews. I would like to see u try making reviews if u were him😑.

@TiemposDePaz 3 жыл бұрын

I just noticed you are a neighbor from the scenes in the video. Bergen County Represent. I've purchased mine today, and I cant wait. I've never had Sony's but I will be using them. I will be working in UK for a little bit and will get use out of them on the flight. :)

@extrabaltaa 3 жыл бұрын

I watched every review, yours is the best so far. Thank you for explaining differences between ipnone and android codecs , and very accurate tests on ANC. My ears agree :)

@John-el5sv 3 жыл бұрын

I love how he mentioned that using multiple ports will restrict LDAC on Android, this is an important point

@CrimsonSlayer7 3 жыл бұрын

after purchasing xm4s, i too hear a high pitch sound and honestly thought i was the only one. I'm definitely taking back my xm4s for the xm3s for now.

@mazalsimantov 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful review. Thanks for being SO clear when you talk about each model. Everything is very clear and you cover all the questions I had. Thanks so much!

@jamesmuriuki3785 3 жыл бұрын

Of all the Sony xm4's reviews I've watched, this has been the best !!! Great attention to details.

@sirwongalot7918 3 жыл бұрын

Yoh. I really felt that “fugly”😯

@googlereviewer1944 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent review once again. Great to see someone who pays attention to fit/comfort/sizing in addition to sound.

@dushyantkinha6674 3 жыл бұрын

The effort you put into your vids is just impressive!! BTW, i bought my XM3's after watching your vid and I gotta say, it was one of my best purchase!!

@jskaggs8188 3 жыл бұрын

I use my xm4’s with my iPad while my wife watches tv. I find the xm4’s block more of the tv voices than my xm3’s did. To me, the xm4’s have improved anc over the xm3’s. Overall I think the xm4’s are a worthwhile upgrade from the xm3’s based on features and anc. Really enjoy you reviews.

@renelicea06 3 жыл бұрын

The review I’ve been waiting for FINALLY😭

@richtewari 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your detailed drilldown. Much appreciated. Based on your review I ordered the xm4. Cheers

@pawala7 3 жыл бұрын

Great review that covered stuff that really matters. Those fit comparisons were the best I've seen among headphone reviews.

@anthonysaliy3954 3 жыл бұрын

A couple very tiny things that I think every reviewer missed is that the headphone "sounds" are updated too they're more clear and less 'harsh' and one other thing is that if you look closely around the XM3 buttons there are like 'manufacturer cut out lines' whilst on the XM4 they are now gone. Not really important things but worth mentioning

@DhasMeshanth 3 жыл бұрын

Very good attention to detail 😊

@rickjackson6278 3 жыл бұрын

Speak to chat is actually nice when you realize how easy it is to activate & deactivate. Just form your index & middle fingers like a “V” & place them on opposite sides of the touch surface. 2 seconds to activate/deactivate. And you can talk w/o holding your hand to your head but also not have to leave it activated.

@RuiNetoX 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review 👌 Help me a lot😃

@luisplaceres5777 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree with you on the Quick Attention and Speak to Chat. Definitely the way to go should be to pause with the hand and resume until you double tap. I have been using the Speak to Chat feature and any sound you make will stop the audio which is pretty annoying.

@YohanesNiko 3 жыл бұрын

A very detailed review & comparison! Thank you!

@JunFeril 3 жыл бұрын

As always, great review video. Keep it up

@Skirtap 3 жыл бұрын

13:22 But if I use the Sony EQ app with my android phone, will the headphones still continue to use LDAC instead of SBC? (WH-1000XM3) Using Samsung galaxy S6 edge+ (Android 7)

@ccotunai 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative! Thank you so much!

@fabricioalbergaria8166 3 жыл бұрын

The sound signature drastically changes on the XM3's when I use them with the ANC turned on, don't know why. It seems that, specially at louder volumes, the sound distorts a lot when the bass sections starts. Wonder if this happens with the XM4's.

@eranjanak 3 жыл бұрын

wheres the sensor for the auto play/pause on the xm4s when you showed a clip of the cups?

@69420aman 3 жыл бұрын

Are the earpads backward compatible? I have XM3s and find the earpads to heat up in 15-20 minutes... I would like to try XM4s earpads on them.. is it possible?

@GMRaymon 3 жыл бұрын

I just did the upgrade from XM2 to XM4, totally worth it!! Great video btw!

@MedusaJellyFish300 3 жыл бұрын

I have seen 5 reviews of this headphones 🎧 on KZfaq and I must agree that your review was the best. Your voice was easy to understand and your detailed review was also easy to understand. Plus I enjoyed your background extras, I could see you are a kid at heart ❤. Thank you for this amazing video 📹 review. With love from Miami Beach ⛱

@NABSVISUALS 3 жыл бұрын

Can the xm3's earcups be swapped out with the xm4's since the build is identicle?

@kerenetv 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Does anyone know why the 4s and 3s are still the same price online for most retailers?

@jovyrivera7055 3 жыл бұрын

Is it impossible for the xm4 and xm3 to use the microphone without blocking any noise? Or using them for calls automatically uses the noise cancelling features? I'm planning to upgrade from my sennheisers but the mic quality on rhe xm3s is where I'm really worried about

@omegasquadflame2330 3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching your videos and i was waiting for this video and checking it out everyday , and i was waiting for these to come out just so the m3 get on sale so i can buy it , and even now i can't 💔 I am gonna just keep repeating these videos about it 😍

@MrShadrachjabonir 3 жыл бұрын

I think you are the first reviewer that can explain and display clearly in how anc works on each headphone you reviewed, really helps us in buying it.

@xavierbeh3484 3 жыл бұрын

Detail review as always, just wonder why is there latency when trying to monitor audio in Final Cut Pro .Does that mean it is not ideal to use them in wireless mode when trying to edit videos ?

@julianuk3266 3 жыл бұрын

Hi what is the cabin pressure like on the new XM4's ? i own the Sony H.ear on 3's and really enjoy little to no cabin pressure. If the XM4's have a similar design to eliminate cabin pressure, i'm in !

@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267 3 жыл бұрын

Finally! I’ve been waiting for the XM4 since forever! Can’t wait to get hands on this xD

@lj8040 3 жыл бұрын

You’re the first reviewer that talked about the ear pads size and nailed it on why the Xm 3’s were not as comfortable for people like myself with bigger ears. Would you say that the Xm 4’s ear pads surface area smaller or bigger than the bose qc 35 2? Thanks a lot for an awesome review by the way!

@patrickyore 3 жыл бұрын

U are 100% right and this is all I needed to know

@ricardopereira9901 3 жыл бұрын

Many thanks for these amazing analysis for me it was the best I heard So congratulations 🙂

@kitark06 3 жыл бұрын

Amazingly thorough review mate! 😁

@pandukakottegoda9926 2 жыл бұрын

I love your reviews man!

@Pathological_Flyer 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best review I have ever seen; for ANY product. I didn’t even know I wanted or needed headphones !!!

@leotravel85 3 жыл бұрын

The most important upgrade is the multi device connectivity.

@manuelcarrillo55 3 жыл бұрын

Does the XM4 turns automatically off after a certain time without reproducing anything and just having them connected to the cellphone?

@PhilipHounsham 2 жыл бұрын

Very useful comparison and great production value 😎 Thank you 👍👍

@felixgross8526 2 жыл бұрын

rly helpful review thx!

@levity1047 3 жыл бұрын

Love this review. I have the XM2's and have been debating whether to get the XM4's or the XM3's

@SkysTrains 3 жыл бұрын

on the 1000xm4's can you change out the pads. i have quietcomforts and they pads seem to wear out easily. so im a little worried

@l0vem3n0t 3 жыл бұрын

One of the best reviewer, super in depth. Thanks and really excited to upgrade from XM2.

@manuelcarrillo55 3 жыл бұрын

Which would you say is the "best" brand and/or model of BT headphones for PC conferencing (for the mic) and of course for the music and cellphone connection?

@vikaspizza 3 жыл бұрын

I recently bought the XM3s and it is so satisfying to see this review. I will probably wait for the XM5 or 6 to upgrade hoping for some kickass features and improvements by then

@oldwelshwitch 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! I have the xm3’s and LOVE them, they have been life changing. Probably won’t be upgrading any time soon because money is tight. Just curious, where do you get the headphone stands shown in the video? I currently hang mine on the side of my work (from home) monitor which leaves a lil bit of ... face grease (lol?) on the monitor screen.

@gpap2278 3 жыл бұрын

Can ANC/ambient sound on the XM4’s be controlled through Google Assistant app on IOS?

@ryanlarsen97 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video. Thank you man

@Tomas-js4wt 3 жыл бұрын

Has anyone noticed when dsee extreme is used? I never saw it used.

@kobitsakis 3 жыл бұрын

I m still with my baby mdr 1000x ! Love them to this day

@psychosis115 3 жыл бұрын

I'm considering xm3 as i dont need so many features in day to day life but there are so many complaints about xm3's craking sound from either right or left earcup. I want to by new xm3s but will they be worth after 2-3 years? If someone have xm3 can you please share your review

@Giovanni-kc6zt 3 жыл бұрын

I got my pair 4 days ago and I got extremely unlucky, my left ear cup had "wind" noise. And it just completely ruined it for me, dont know If I should get another pair or get some from Bose

@rodrigoguzman3987 3 жыл бұрын

Hey! If the concern is about which one filters better the outside voices, which is the best and how big is this difference?

@jonanjalon3783 3 жыл бұрын

Great review, specially on the anc 🎊🎉👍👍👍

@everickcruz5469 3 жыл бұрын

Is it worth upgrade from bowers and wilkins px to Sony xm4? Thank you!

@alienmodz1210 2 жыл бұрын

Can u tell me if switching from optizing mode to NC will effect my headphones whilst in the process of optimizing

@paulshi5974 3 жыл бұрын

Wow I am actually surprised that the ANC on the XM4s performed worse for you. I've tried the XM4s in a Sony store (with many people and loud kids inside) alongside the XM3s a week ago, and the XM3s let in quite some chatter and was distracting in comparison to the XM4s. With the XM4s on, I wasn't really distracted by the loud kids playing the demo PS4 even when I wasn't playing music. Also, one time I got too close to the store entrance with the XM4s on and they set off the security tag alarm, but I didn't notice at all until a staff hurriedly came over to cancel the alarm XD Still, interesting results, and if you are doing follow up videos on the XM4s, I am really looking forward to them! Thank you for all the dedication in making this video!

@Silverbeardedsurfer 3 жыл бұрын

@@DroidLocks6971 Subjectively they are his facts, based on his personal observations. Which is why we are here right? Re ANC, nothing a firmware update couldn't address if necessary.

@dchrzescijanek 3 жыл бұрын

@@Silverbeardedsurfer facts are not subject to an opinion. What he's giving are his observations and opinions based on them. Wha-cha!

@Silverbeardedsurfer 3 жыл бұрын

@@dchrzescijanek If it was only about facts we'd all just read the product information sheet. But we watch videos to get an idea about the product. That involves others and their opinions. I picked up the xm4 for £250. Pretty decent. Music isn't as good as my Sennheisers but they aren't really directly comparible.

@dchrzescijanek 3 жыл бұрын

@@Silverbeardedsurfer I just pointed out that you used a word incorrectly to it's meaning. Facts are facts, they're objective. Opinions are opinions they're subjective, that's it. I agree on that we are indeed watching videos to hear these opinions. I bought xm3 for my gf, they are decent sounding and with ANC off the bass is not overwhelming. However I can probably relate to aduio quality as I use AKG headphone monitors for general day-to-day listening and find them bteer sounding and more natural while less expensive at the same time.

@Silverbeardedsurfer 3 жыл бұрын

@@dchrzescijanek Well I did say subjective and observation also in the same sentence. And it is KZfaq commentary not a fecking thesis ;) BTW the world is flat. No? That was a fact for quite a while. Glad your gf likes the headphones. My Sennheisers sound a lot better but cannot use them on the bus.

@alazander2116 3 жыл бұрын

You know, I watched your review two years ago on the 100xm2's and you ultimately convinced me to buy them, don't get me wrong, I STILL LOVE THEM, but I don't know If I want to spend another &350 just for some better comfort and ANC.

@Hood8891 3 жыл бұрын

Is it considered "multi point" if only one device is connect via bluetooth at a time? (TV or phone) I'm just wondering because of the drop in audio quality

@horyson 2 жыл бұрын

i’ve managed to find the sony xm3’s for quite a low price (£159 whatev that is in dollars) is it worth getting them now or should i just go with different headphones within the price range

@spartanDJChalo 2 жыл бұрын

I still have the XM2's and have notice on warm days in the summer they automatically shutdown due to over heating. Have you noticed if this is an issue on the XM4 model?

@mariedelmar9429 3 жыл бұрын

Goodness for all that info you deserve 100 likes! I bought my Sony XM4 headphones yesterday and need all the info I can get. Thank you 👋🏼

@shonen84 3 жыл бұрын

So in other words. I’ll use my XM2 until they break, and then pick up the cheapest XM3 I can find. Thanks!

@jdumbia2887 3 жыл бұрын

You should be probably get a xm3 during black friday might find a really good deal during that time.

@batyrenko 3 жыл бұрын

I also love my xm2. Wondering, what exactly he found ugly in xm2? Looks like somebody is a little bit spoiled here 🤣

@ThisIsntTwitter 3 жыл бұрын

Same, better to just wait to see what the xm5's will offer

@alphayun7401 3 жыл бұрын

it sucks the xm2's were discontinued

@kingshukbiswas2723 3 жыл бұрын

Was waiiiiiiiittttttttiiiiiiiiinnnnggggg for this review sooooooooo loooooooong❤️

@mrsnake82 2 жыл бұрын

Great review. Had the XM2 and this is definitely an upgrade for me. Exactly as described in the Video - it’s much lighter, more comfortable, larger cups and covers my whole ears, same Sony signature sounding, better sound stage and so much easier to fold em and store them in the case. I haven’t tested the 360 audio yet and used the ear analyzer. My only issue is this, appreciate if any can share as well. The ANC. Surprisingly it barely blocked out my kids singing and loud chatter. And I was able to like clearly hear conversation, and this was on the fullest noise cancellation settings (albeit no music was played, just ANC on). I never experienced this with my XM2… it blocked out all chatter and voices… it was a faint whisper at most.. but other wind rumbling noise was a bit more obvious… Anyone else experienced this? Or did I end up with a faulty unit?

@GYMCADDY 2 жыл бұрын

Try doing the calibration. It truly helps. I’ve measured performance differences in the past. But as of late 2021. The xm3 still have better anc than the XM4

@mrsnake82 2 жыл бұрын

@@GYMCADDY Thanks Gymcaddy. Will surely get the calibration done and see the outcome.

@veganfuture4224 Жыл бұрын

@@mrsnake82 did you test it? Currently got the xm2 and not sure about this point

@MrToede Жыл бұрын

Actualizaste el firmware de tus XM2? Muchos usuarios reportan que con esas actualizaciones la cancelación de ruido baja su rendimiento, sobre todo en voces.

@plusz2 Жыл бұрын

I have exactly the same experience. XM4 has much worse ANC than XM2. I though it was broken, so sent to support. They replaced main board and ANC mic, but still the same. I compared another piece in the shop and still the same :( software version 2.5.1

@yaguchi_k Жыл бұрын

as someone thats looking to upgrade from my xm2’s that i got 5 years ago, this video is helpful. thank you 🙏

@PurushNahiMahaPurush 3 жыл бұрын

The worst thing for me on this is the touchpad. I don't understand the constant urge for companies to replace good tactile buttons with shitty touchscreens/pads that have zero tactile feedback. The touch controls are super clunky, makes you look dorky as you fiddle with your right earcup to lower volume when someone is trying to talk to you and just flat out don't work many times because you didn't do the gesture right. Not to mention that years down the line if the touch pad stops working, I lose access all shortcuts as opposed to when a button stops working, I only lose access to that specific shortcut.

@99white99wolf99 3 жыл бұрын

Great review good job.

@argeemar 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use xm4 earpads to xm3? Thank you.

@Mutalaat 3 жыл бұрын

How's it stand against Momentum 3's?

@carminefriendly3703 3 жыл бұрын

I have bose QC 35 and all old bose versions, very good. Now I'm considering to buy sony xm3 or 4 just for watching movies and listening to music throw laptop, nothing else no using app or using with iphone, is xm4 more comfort comparing to xm3 and bose QC 35?

@rajundoal5406 3 жыл бұрын

How do I get LDAC on my iPhone X?

@sumitkmr371 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing review 👍.. keep going

@mard192837 3 жыл бұрын

If you have to use XM4 daily for multiple conference calls on laptop, will you be ok with the microphone and overall?

@tsmarkov 3 жыл бұрын

"Speak-to-Chat" works fine. It has a setting for the sensitivity and if u set it to low sensitivity it won't activate from laughs, coughs, mumbling, etc. But it reduces the battery of the headphones with 30% so it's not worth it in my opinion.

@brianfacundo8460 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use this while running or jogging?

@uwahhhama 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought xm3 a couple days ago and i find that this headphone does not feel comfortable at all so i plan to return it and brought xm4 and need to add extra 85$ more(i dunno men..)....so did u think it's worth it to add extra money for that?🤧 (2 connection device also nice)

@PUZO37RS 3 жыл бұрын

Which color to take - black or silver?

@iYashrajArya 3 жыл бұрын

finally waiting.. ♥️.. thanks 😊

@Mafuto007 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You, the best review.

@stephenknight6562 3 жыл бұрын

Is the mx4 silver more a grey silver then the mx3. They look like they maybe a nice shade of silver then mx3

@nicholasmcminn693 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been wondering this too!

@frosty212 3 жыл бұрын

I've been waiting for this

@daze1945 3 жыл бұрын

Can speak chat or touching the headphone be set to pause the music rather that just turn it down? I generally listen to Audiobooks and Dramas where missing bits of the story can make a big difference requiring a rewind to catch up on the story.

@gotalive 3 жыл бұрын

Best review of the lot I've watched.

@Driftprodigy01 2 жыл бұрын

Are these better that the Sony mdr xb950b1 I have these and love the bass and sound

@vednaik4659 2 жыл бұрын

Is it really worth to wait for xm5 And what are the new features?

@Meagain921 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful....thanks.

@mixhxeon 3 жыл бұрын

it's claim to be 30hr battery life but in my usage i'm only get 10hr top playback with many feature turn off minus ANC, so can i trust sony advertisement?

@AuslanIz 3 жыл бұрын

Im still using my Sony N1's and i cant find a review that tells me which of these XM2, XM3 or MX4 or any other model can replace the Huge Bass from the Sony 950N1 (Apart from the other futures) amd I have watched a few of this guy reviews!

@space.youtube 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder, do xm4 earpads fit on xm3's? On a side note, what do you mean when you say xm3's "revert back to SBC when using your own EQ"? I have absolutely no issues retaining LDAC while using Samsung Note9 native EQ in their music player. In fact, I can select APTX or LDAC in the devices menu independent of EQ settings.

@a_hernandez 3 жыл бұрын

The XM3s switch to SBC when you adjust the EQ through the Sony app

@space.youtube 3 жыл бұрын

@@a_hernandez 13:08 he clearly states "your own EQ" not the Sony app EQ, and goes on to say the XM3's revert to SBC when doing so. As I said, my XM3's do NOT revert to SBC when using "my own EQ", they maintain LDAC and APTX depending on which I'm using at the time. Anyway, not a big deal, was just wanting clarification.

@nolessonplan 3 жыл бұрын

Great reviews.

@benharrisonphotography 2 жыл бұрын

What a review wow. Some serious work that

@christianrandum2452 3 жыл бұрын

They could easily fix the quick attention in a software update so the dont have to remake the headphones, so simple yet so confusing to sony. Good job 👍.