Sony WH1000XM2 MSRP $349.95

[Gregadd]

Just saw Sony 3 for$274 on Amazon prime. Could mean new model is on the way.

 

[Gregadd]

I thought it was time
I pulled the trigger on theMK 4 version. Best Buy is offering a free trial until Jan.6. Substantial discount.

 

[Hi-FiGuy]

I thought it was time
I pulled the trigger on theMK 4 version. Best Buy is offering a free trial until Jan.6. Substantial discount.

congratulations still loving the m3's curious what the differences are

 

[Gregadd]

That is my current conundrum. I went from the two to the four.

In about two weeks, I will make a report. The biggest difference is the ability to pair with two devices simultaneously.

 

[Gregadd]

Let us just sffice it to say, there is a boat load of videos on You Tube describng all the bells and whistles. I will concentrate on the sound.
Note : I will be using the iFi hip- dac (trademark).
3

 

[Gregadd]

Now that I am listening to the fourth version of the Sony headphone I think it warrants its' own review.

 

[Hi-FiGuy]

Now that I am listening to the fourth version of the Sony headphone I think it warrants its' own review.

BRING IT

 

[Gregadd]

While my evaluation is not complete, I thought I should bring to your attention. Best Buy and Amazon are offering the Four for $ 278.00!

 

[Gregadd]

 

[Gregadd]

I included the Juice power pack. I picked. It out of a stocking stuffer bin at Walmart.
The hip dac battery fades faster than the others. Moreover the sound quality declines as the battery nears its end. Additionally the hip-dac does not support bluetooth(trademark).

 

[Gregadd]

 

[Gregadd]

 

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[Gregadd]

SONY WH1000XM. 4$349
IFI HIP-DAC $149
Juice (trademark) dual port battery pack $13
Monster audio cable $10
The headphones were purchased via internet and picked up in store from BEST BUY.
IFI HIP DAC was ordered over internet.
Battery and naudio cable "are from Walmart.

 

[Gregadd]

The latest version of this headphone is a significant improvement in every significant area.
Prettier.
More comfortable
Better noise suppression
Longer battery life with fast recharge
Most important -better sound quality

SONY continues to improve this device without the benefit of a price increase.
Sound.
I just did not have to listen as loud.

When paired wit the ifi hip-dac the xm4 delivers audiophile quality sound. I was able to grade the relative quality of various recordings.
It has excellent bass. My attention was drawn to the instruments rather than the general perception of bass. I noticed a vast improvement in low level resolution.
There was less noise and distortion. The music had a fullness with air around the instruments.
This is a high -end device that requires adjustment for best results.
I found myself listening to most of my favorite recordings.
I think this is an excellent solution for students,travelers, privacy seekers and headphone fans.
While i highly recommend the use of an outboard dac, you will get good results without one. Especially if you need Bluetooth.
It is versatile device. I intend to take advantage of the free trial. Of 360 degree sound.
Black Friday should have some deals. Get yours today.

 

[Gregadd]

If you want bluetooth Anler makes a device ($49.05) that will make any device compatible.

 

[Hi-FiGuy]

The latest version of this headphone is a significant improvement in every significant area.
Prettier.
More comfortable
Better noise suppression
Longer battery life with fast recharge
Most important -better sound quality

SONY continues to improve this device without the benefit of a price increase.
Sound.
I just did not have to listen as loud.

When paired wit the ifi hip-dac the xm4 delivers audiophile quality sound. I was able to grade the relative quality of various recordings.
It has excellent bass. My attention was drawn to the instruments rather than the general perception of bass. I noticed a vast improvement in low level resolution.
There was less noise and distortion. The music had a fullness with air around the instruments.
This is a high -end device that requires adjustment for best results.
I found myself listening to most of my favorite recordings.
I think this is an excellent solution for students,travelers, privacy seekers and headphone fans.
While i highly recommend the use of an outboard dac, you will get good results without one. Especially if you need Bluetooth.
It is versatile device. I intend to take advantage of the free trial. Of 360 degree sound.
Black Friday should have some deals. Get yours today.

Now whats the difference between the 3 and the 4 as I believe you are comparing to the 2 correct

 

[Gregadd]

Now whats the difference between the 3 and the 4 as I believe you are comparing to the 2 correct

That is a problem. I do not have access to the three. I can say the three was only marginally better than the two. I find the four is dramatically better than the two. If I get a chance to compare them directly I will let you know.
Addition: Some took took thier exhibits because of the virus.

 

[Gregadd]

So while I am not prepared to tell you to dispose of the three and get the four, I can recommend the four unequivocally

as an original purchase.

 

[Gregadd]

I of course have no financial interest in the product. I did receive a discount that was readily available to the public as a Black Friday sale at Best Buy. (I hate Best Buy.) i have a second pair of headphones that I do not know what to with. I'll think of something. There are videos on you tube that recommend the upgrade. I personally think it is judgement call you have to make.
A good alternative is to keep three and buy an iFi hip dac.