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WH-1000XM3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones (Black)

  • HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 lets you listen without distractions
  • High quality wireless audio with BLUETOOTH and LDAC technology
  • Smart listening experience by Adaptive Sound Control
Model: WH1000XM3B

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A built-in amplifier integrated in HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 realises the best-in-class signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion for portable devices, and delivers exceptional sound quality. Powerful 40mm drivers, with Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) diaphragms, make the headphones perfect for handling heavy beats and can reproduce a full range of frequencies up to 40kHz.
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Sony’s WH-1000XM3 flagship noise-cancelling headphones deliver an excellent fit for different shaped heads and you can be sure they’ll feel comfortable whether you’re on your daily commute or a long-haul flight. The outstanding multi-level noise-cancelling technology adds an extra dimension to the design’s fine musical qualities. EISA - Expert Imaging and Sound Association Read Review
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Key Features

Sound Position Control

Sound Position Control

Choose the direction you want the sound to come from, just as you can with a wireless speaker.

Lose yourself in silence with industry-leading noise cancellation

Lose yourself in silence with industry-leading noise cancellation

Escape the sounds of the city with industry-leading noise cancellation. The noise cancelling technology in the WH-1000XM3 headphones is our most advanced ever with close fitting ear pads and our HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1.

More power = even less noise

More power = even less noise

With our new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1, noise cancelling power is greatly enhanced. Having a dedicated NC processor also ensures the reproduction of your music is never compromised due to processor performance.

Noise cancelling made to fly

Noise cancelling made to fly

Unique Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing delivers optimal sound at high altitude, so you can enjoy noise cancelling at its best when you fly.

Noise cancellation personalised

Noise cancellation personalised

Unique Personal Optimizing analyses the sonic characteristics caused by head size, glasses, and hair, then optimises sound to you.

Wireless freedom, Great Sound in silence

Wireless freedom, Great Sound in silence

LDAC transmits approximately three times more data (at the maximum transfer rate of 990 kbps) than conventional BLUETOOTH wireless audio, allowing you to enjoy High-Resolution Audio content in exceptional quality, as close as possible to that of a dedicated wired connection.

Sound you can believe in

Sound you can believe in

A built-in amplifier integrated in HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 realises the best-in-class signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion for portable devices, and delivers exceptional sound quality. Powerful 40mm drivers, with Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) diaphragms, make the headphones perfect for handling heavy beats and can reproduce a full range of frequencies up to 40kHz.

Smart listening by SENSE ENGINE - automatically adjusts to your situation

Smart listening by SENSE ENGINE - automatically adjusts to your situation

Adaptive Sound Control automatically detects your activity such as travelling, walking, and waiting, then adjusts ambient sound settings to you.

Talk at a touch with Quick Attention

Talk at a touch with Quick Attention

Communicate without taking your headphones off. Place your hand over the housing to turn the volume down for instant conversation.

Hear what's important with Ambient Sound Control

Hear what's important with Ambient Sound Control

Adjust ambient sound with the Sony | Headphones Connect APP to hear essential sounds when you're listening on the move.

Tailor sound to you

Tailor sound to you

SENSE ENGINE gives you the power to tune in and out of your music at a touch.

Sony I Headphones Connect App

Sony I Headphones Connect App

Download the Sony I Headphones Connect app to use Smart Listening by Adaptive Sound Control, control your ambient sound settings and adjust the sound levels with the equaliser.

Equaliser

Equaliser

Find your perfect sound tone for every song from the presets, also easily customisable to your preference with Sony | Headphones Connect APP.

Virtual surround sound

Virtual surround sound

Feel immersed in sound wherever you are. Experience audio optimised for different listening environments including outdoor stages, clubs, halls and arenas.

Wear all day in total comfort

Wear all day in total comfort

Super soft, pressure-relieving earpads in foamed urethane evenly distribute pressure and increase ear pad contact for a stable fit. Comfort is further enhanced by a larger and deeper ergonomic ear space structure. And with a lighter weight design, your music is the only thing you'll notice all day.

All day power and quick charging

All day power and quick charging

With a huge 30 hours of battery life, you'll have enough power for even long trips away. And if you need to charge in a hurry, you can get 5 hours' worth of charge after just 10 minutes with the optional AC adapter.

Smarter than your average headphones

Smarter than your average headphones

Everything is at your fingertips. Answer hands-free phone calls with a double tap - or change tracks, adjust the volume and make calls by touching or swiping the panel. And help from your phone's voice assistant is just one long press away.

Swivel foldable structure

Swivel foldable structure

The ear cups swivel inwards so they pack up neatly in a compact case.

Carry case with cable

Carry case with cable

The supplied carry case is durable and includes a cable for wired listening.

Specifications

General Features

    • Sensitivities (dB/mW) 104.5dB / mW (1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on) , 101dB / mW (1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
    • Plug Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug
    • Magnet Neodymium
    • Impedance (Ohm) 47 ohm (1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on) , 16 ohm (1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
    • Headphone Type Closed, dynamic
    • Frequency Response (Hz) 4Hz-40,000Hz
    • Driver Unit 40mm, dome type (CCAW Voice coil)
    • Diaphragm Aluminum coated LCP
    • Cord Type Single-sided (detachable)
    • Cord Length Headphone cable (approx. 1.2m, OFC strands, gold-plated stereo mini plug)

Design and Sound Features

    • Wearing Style Circumaural

Size and Weight

    • Width (cm) 8.00
    • Height (cm) 22.00
    • Weight (kg) 0.76
    • Carton Width (cm) 20.00
    • Carton Height (cm) 25.00
    • Carton Weight (kg) 3.54

Availability

    • Released 2018
    • Discontinued 2019
    • Replaced by WH1000XM4B
Firmware Update to Version 4.5.2
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Benefits and Improvements
  • Enhances the security features of the system software
  • Improves general performance of the headphones
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    Reviews

    Please note: Some product variations, services and/or features mentioned within Product Reviews may not be available in all countries.

    *As of December 1st 2019. According to research by Sony Corporation, measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In headband style of wireless noise cancelling headphones market.

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