Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in Platinum - WH1000XX/W

Sony WH1000XX/W 1000X THE COLLEXION Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in Platinum

Elevate Every Moment with Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
Discover an exceptional audio experience with the Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION wireless headphones, where luxury meets performance. Crafted from premium materials, these headphones feature metal accents and soft vegan leather for superior comfort—even during marathon listening sessions. Spacious earcups and a wider headband ensure a precise fit and enduring wearability.

Studio-Grade Sound & Immersive Spatial Audio
The expertly designed bespoke driver, fine-tuned with renowned mastering engineers, brings out rich details and perfectly balanced sound from every track. Thanks to advanced 360 Upmix technology, your favorite music, movies, and games expand into immersive spatial audio—choose from Music, Cinema, or Game modes for a tailored experience.

Noise Cancelling Beyond Compare
Sony’s legendary 1000X Series noise cancelling technology delivers industry-leading quiet powered by dual QN3 + V3 processors and an array of 12 microphones. The Adaptive NC Optimizer continually adjusts performance in real time, accounting for ambient noise, air pressure, and headphone fit, so your sound remains pure and uninterrupted.

Key Features

• Luxury design, crafted for comfort - Premium materials, metal accents, and soft vegan leather with roomy earcups and a wider headband.
• Studio-grade sound quality – A bespoke driver, co-tuned with mastering engineers, for rich detail and balanced sound.
• Spatial Audio with 360 Upmix – Expands stereo into immersive spatial sound with Music, Cinema, and Game modes.
• HD Noise Cancelling – Legendary 1000X Series noise cancelling, powered by QN3 + V3 processors and 12 mics for real-time control.
• Adaptive NC Optimizer – Adapts to noise, air pressure, and fit for seamless noise cancelling.
• Ultra-clear call quality – Six-mic AI beamforming with Precise Voice Pickup helps reduce background and wind noise.¹⁴
• High-Resolution Audio – High-Resolution Audio wired or wireless, with LDAC for approx. 3x more data than Bluetooth®.^{8, 9}
• Intuitive Controls – Distinct buttons for power, noise cancelling, and listening modes; customize shortcuts in the app.^{1, 5, 6}
• Sony | Sound Connect app – Quick Access to music and partner services plus sound tuning, shortcut customization, listening history, and Safe Listening.^{13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24}
• Long Battery Life – Up to 24 hours battery, plus a 5-minute quick charge for up to 1.5 hours.^{30, 31}

Features

• Master the art of listening
  Luxury design crafted with curated materials represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship and exceptional comfort, while a bespoke driver and co-tuning with renowned mastering engineers realise a spacious soundstage with precise separation to deliver artist intention. 360 Upmix modes elevate music, cinema and gaming content into an immersive experience.
• Luxury design, crafted for comfort
  Premium materials and careful craftsmanship come together in a design that looks as good as it feels. Crafted metal accents and soft, refined faux leather deliver a clean, understated finish.
• Sound to transport you
  Rich, wide-range sound elevates every listening experience. A bespoke driver, paired with co-creation with renowned mastering engineers, delivers balanced lows, natural vocals, and clear highs with effortless clarity. 360 Upmix expands stereo music, movies, and games into an immersive spatial sound experience.
• Legendary 1000X Series noise cancelling
  Quiet, down to the finest detail. Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancelling is optimized in real time—so your world stays undisturbed, and your sound stays pure.
• Ultra-clear calls
  Clarity in every call. AI beamforming and the integrated Processor V3 isolate your voice from background noise, so you’re always heard—even when others are talking. Need to mute? Do it instantly, right from your headphones.^{1, 2}
• Effortless connections
  Switch smoothly between devices with multipoint²⁷ connection. With next‑generation LE Audio and up to 24 hours³ of battery life, you’re ready for whatever the day brings.
• Luxury design, calibrated for comfort
  Curated materials meet meticulous craftsmanship, appealing to both sight and touch, representing the pinnacle of headphone design and wearlable comfort.
• Refined build, sleek design
  Understated elegance is shaped through carefully selected materials and precise construction. Smooth finishes and minimal lines create a quietly luxurious look, finished with details that feel as refined as they appear.
• Premium crafted metal
  Stainless steel blends a mate, sandblasted texture with polished highlights, built for long-lasting durability with premium feel.
• Soft, refined faux leather
  Soft faux leather feels smooth and comfortable with a realistic texture. Integrated metal buttons and clean mic openings keep the finish seamless.
• Material-led design
  A thoughtfully engineered layout supports both form and function. The metal frame is separated from the soft cushions to create contrast while keeping an overall cohesive design.
• Platinum or Black
  Choose Platinum or Black, each with a clean, modern look with subtle metallic contrast, enhancing the sophisticated edge.
• All-day wearable comfort
  Premium style, designed for comfort. Thoughtful craftsmanship and precision engineering work together to deliver an exceptional level of all-day wearability.
• Comfortable around your ear
  Generously sized earcups sit around your ears without touching them—helping reduce pressure for longer listening sessions.
• Lasting comfort by design
  A wider, cushioned headband rests gently to help distribute pressure and keep a secure, stable fit—ideal for extended listening.
• A balanced embrace
  Soft, flexible material conforms naturally to your head for stable isolation with minimal pressure.
• Designed to rest beautifully
  Cushioned and well-balanced by design, even when worn around the neck between use. Convenience and comfort without compromising style.
• Intuitive carry case
  Pack up and go in seconds. With an easy-grip handle, magnetic closure, and compact shape, the case opens and closes effortlessly and fits neatly into your bag, even when travelling light.
• Distinctive control
  Personalized audio made simple. Distinct button shapes for Power, Noise Cancelling, and Listening Mode make controls easy to find by touch. Customize settings in the Sony | Sound Connect app.^{1, 5, 6}
• Sound to transport you
  Rich, wide-range sound elevates every listening experience. A bespoke driver, paired with co-creation with renowned mastering engineers, delivers balanced lows, natural vocals and clear highs with effortless clarity. 360 Upmix expands stereo music, movies, and games into an immersive spatial sound experience.
• Engineered precision
  A new custom driver brings out airy highs and a wide, open soundstage. From the acoustic design to the circuit layout, every detail is built to reproduce your music with accuracy.
• Bespoke driver unit
  The soft edge and uniquely designed high-rigidity dome made with unidirectional carbon composite help deliver more delicate high-frequency expression and a wider sound stage.
• Power behind performance
  The HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 improves D/A conversion, while the Integrated Processor V3 powers 360 Upmix to support three listening modes and DSEE Ultimate.²⁹
• Tuned by masters in sound
  Co-developed with award-winning mastering engineers to deliver premium sound. Hear every nuance and detail in every track, bringing each song to life as truly intended.
• Music as the artist intended
  Through collaboration with top mastering engineers, 1000X THE COLLEXION reproduces music with smooth vocals, clear instrument balance, and natural dynamics, faithfully capturing the creator’s intent.
• Elevate stereo into spatial audio with 360 Upmix
  With 360 Reality Audio Upmix (360 Upmix), everyday stereo sound becomes a bigger, more immersive experience. Choose 360 Upmix for Music, Cinema, or Game, controlled using the Listening Mode button.⁷
  • 360 Upmix for Music
    Bring more space and realism to your music. Sound is placed in front of you with natural depth, while the atmosphere opens up around you, just like listening live in a studio.⁷
  • 360 Upmix for Cinema
    Turn stereo movies into a more cinematic sound field. Dialogue stays clear, effects feel more directional, and bass hits with more impact—so it feels closer to a theater experience.⁷
  • 360 Upmix for Game
    Get more immersed in gameplay. Level up your gaming experience by enhancing SFX with vivid impact, expanding BGM into a 3D soundscape, and voices with improved clarity.
• One button to quickly switch Listening Mode
  Go from standard 2‑channel stereo to 360 Upmix for Music or Cinema with a single press of the Listening Mode button. Customize it to assign Game (and BGM mode) the way you like.⁷
• DSEE Ultimate
  Using Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence), DSEE Ultimate™ (Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) upscales compressed digital music files in real time. And the evolving algorithm now delivers even greater benefits for CD-quality (16 bit 44.1/48kHz) lossless codec audio. Restoring acoustic subtleties and dynamic range, it provides a richer, more complete listening experience.²⁹
• Enjoy High-Resolution Audio with and without wires
  1000X THE COLLEXION supports High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC, our industry-adopted audio coding technology. LDAC transmits approximately three times more⁸ data than conventional Bluetooth® audio for exceptional High-Resolution Audio quality.⁹
• Fine-tune your entertainment experience
  With the Sony | Sound Connect app, it’s easy to personalize your sound. Compare settings, dial in the details, and find the perfect balance for every song, scene, and gaming session.¹³
• Head tracking function
  Head tracking helps keep sound aligned as you move by adjusting the sound field in real time. When paired with compatible devices and services, it creates a more realistic spatial experience.¹⁰
• Experience head tracking for yourself
  Try the simulation to hear the difference. Put on headphones and watch the video to experience how head tracking10 can make spatial listening feel more natural.
• A new sound experience for AR gaming
  If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, 1000X THE COLLEXION uses new sensors and spatial audio technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like Ingress from Niantic.¹¹
• Certified headphones for a personalized experience
  With 360 Reality Audio Certified headphones and the Sony | Sound Connect app, you can optimize your experience by analyzing your ear shape for more personalized immersive music.¹³
• Legendary 1000X series noise cancelling
  Quiet, down to the finest detail. Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancelling is optimised in real time—so your world stays undisturbed, and your sound stays pure.
• 7x faster. Flawless control.
  With processing speeds up to seven times faster than the QN1 processor found in WH-1000XM5 headphones, the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 fine-tunes 12 microphones in real time—delivering premium noise cancelling, sound quality, and call clarity.
• 12 microphones. Precise detection.
  Optimally placed microphones help noise cancelling adapt more accurately to your fit and your surroundings—so your audio stays clear and consistent.
• Real-time adaptive quiet
  Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer adjusts in real time to external noise, air pressure, and your fit—so you get a more seamless, immersive listening experience.
• Uniquely designed driver unit
  Enjoy distraction-free listening across more environments. A new soft edge and high‑rigidity dome driver helps reproduce the noise cancelling signal more accurately across a wider range of frequencies
• Stay in sync. Wherever you are.
  Our Auto Ambient Sound mode is even better at adapting to your surroundings in real time, balancing music and external sound. Multiple mics help reduce unwanted noise while letting in what matters—like announcements or quick conversations. Adjust automatically or fine-tune in the Sony | Sound Connect app.¹³
• Ultra-clear calls
  Clarity in every call. AI beamforming and V3 processor isolate your voice from background noise, so you’re heard clearly—even when others are talking. Need to mute? Do it instantly, right from your headphones.¹
• Focused on your voice
  With a six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, 1000X THE COLLEXION focuses on your voice while filtering out background noise. Trained on a variety of sources, including open datasets¹⁴, our AI helps keep your voice clear even in busy environments.
• Intelligent noise reduction
  The AI-optimized noise reduction algorithm suppresses background sounds while isolating your voice. Beamforming microphones and Precise Voice Pickup Technology work together to help make every word easier to hear—even in noisy settings.
• Reduced wind noise
  Updated microphone placement and structure help reduce wind interference—so calls sound clearer and listening is more comfortable.
• Mute and unmute, easily
  Mute or unmute by double pressing the NC/AMB button. No need to reach for your device.^{1, 5, 15}
• Smooth connectivity
  Connect quickly, easily and smoothly. Enhanced connectivity and usability make everyday use more seamless and intuitive.
• Multipoint Connection²⁷
  For total convenience, your headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth® devices at the same time, automatically switching when a call is received or playback is started on either device.
• Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
  Enjoy ultra-low latency for flawless gaming, effortless access to public broadcasts with Auracast™, and—of course—​exceptional sound quality. Multi-point and auto-switching keep you connected without interruption.²⁷
• Easy pairing with your computer
  Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your headphones with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.²⁷
• Find your headphones with Fast Pair
  By pressing and holding the power button, the 1000X THE COLLEXION enables quick effortless Bluetooth® pairing with your Android™ devices²⁸. You can also see where you last used them if they’re misplaced.
• Listen while charging
  Keep listening while charging with the USB cable connected—over Bluetooth® or with a wired connection.^{29, 30}
• Long battery, quick charge
  With up to 24 hours of battery life, even long trips are easy. Top up in a hurry with up to 1.5 hours or usage in just five minutes' charge.^{3, 31}
• What’s in the box
  Open up packaging to find a carrying case, the 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones and headphone cable (approx. 1.2 m).
  • *Charging cable not included.
• Easy to wear
  Clear L and R markings make it easy to tell left from right for simpler, more accessible use.
• Easy to maintain
  Cleaning is simple: wipe the exterior with a soft, dry cloth. Removable earpads make upkeep easier—no special tools needed.
• Easy-open packaging
  Accessible packaging makes it easy to explore your new headphones for the first time. Easily lift the lid from the side and uncover the intuitive design.
• Effortlessly intuitive
  Everything works together seamlessly. Use touch controls for playback and volume, plus smart features like voice assistant support, wear detection, and speak detection to keep listening simple.
• Talk it out with Google Gemini
  Get hands-free help with Google Gemini. Just say “Hey Google” to get info, ask questions, manage your schedule, plan a trip, summarize messages, or control your music on the go. With Gemini Live, you can have more natural conversations and brainstorm anytime.¹⁶
• Built-in voice control
  Use built-in voice control for noise cancellation, volume, and playback when connected to any device.¹⁷
• Instant pause and play
  Just take the headphones off and the music stops – a capacitive sensor knows when you are wearing them. It also helps improve detection accuracy and design. Put the headphones back on and the music starts again.
• Control headphones with head gestures
  You can operate your headphones using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls¹⁸, or operating Auto Play¹⁹, by nodding or shaking your head.
• Talk to hear ambient sound
  With Speak-to-Chat, your music automatically lowers when you start talking—so you can hear ambient sound and have a quick conversation.²⁵ When you’re done, your music returns to normal automatically.²⁶
• Quick Access
  Start your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone.^{20, 21, 22, 23, 24}
• Scene-based listening
  Your sound can adapt to what you’re doing—like walking, running, commuting, or working out.
• Plays music automatically
  Turn on Wear to Play and your headphones can start playback when you put them on—no phone needed. It can also select the right music for the moment based on your routines or activities like a walk, a workout, or your commute. Voice Cue can still notify you about key updates like appointments and reminders.¹⁹
• Adjusts to the world around you
  Adaptive Sound Control uses AI to sense where you are and what you’re doing, then adjusts ambient sound settings for a better listening experience. Over time, it can learn the places you go most and tailor settings automatically.
• Total convenience, total customization
  Get even more from your headphones with the Sony | Sound Connect app.¹³ It makes it easy to customize your sound and shortcuts, and it can track your recent listening history. Safe Listening also helps you check your levels for healthy listening.
• Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
  Inspired by the world around us, Sony is working to help protect the planet while continuing to deliver high-quality listening experiences. With a goal of reaching a zero environmental footprint across the Sony Group by 2050, we’re accelerating a range of sustainability initiatives.
• Recycled plastics, refined design
  The carry case and key internal headphone parts use recycled materials—giving new life to consumer waste while maintaining a premium look.³²
• Reduced environmental impact
  1000X THE COLLEXION packaging uses no plastic and follows low-toxicity design principles and a “Made to be Remade” approach. The product box is made using recycled and sustainable materials developed for Sony.^{32, 33}
• Accessibility
  We believe technology should make the world more interactive, more creative, more entertaining, and more inclusive. By incorporating human-centric, inclusive design into our audio products, we deliver our Kando experience to all our users, regardless of age, ability or environment.
• Easy-access carrying case
  The bag-style carry case with a handle features a magnetic closure (instead of a zipper) makes it easier to open, close, and carry—even with limited mobility.
• Distinct button shapes
  Different button shapes for Power and NC/AMB make controls easier to identify by touch.

Footnotes:

• ¹ This feature requires setting it up from Sony | Sound Connect app beforehand.
• ² This does not mute the microphone on the source device, only the headset. Therefore, you will not see the microphone muted on the source device.
• ³ When using noise cancelling and Bluetooth® connection. Up to 32 hours when using Bluetooth® connection with Noise Cancelling switched off. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, storage, and usage. Batteries are consumable products and their capacity degrades over time as they age. Sony does not guarantee the life span of the battery.
• ⁴ This product is also known as WH-1000XX.
• ⁵ While the microphone is off, a notification tone will sound every 7 seconds to indicate that the microphone is off. This tone can be toggled on and off in the “Sony | Sound Connect” application.
• ⁶ This feature mutes the microphone signal from the headset. The mute status doesn’t link to the mute status of some call apps.
• ⁷ If you enable both 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema and Xperia's 360 Reality Audio Upmix  or Bravia's 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer at the same time, you may not be able to fully enjoy the features. It is recommended to turn off one of the spatial audio settings.
• ⁸ At the maximum transfer rate of 990 kbps.
• ⁹ Need to set the function to “Priority on Sound Quality” using the Sony | Sound Connect app. Compatible devices supporting LDAC will be needed.
• ¹⁰ You can experience spatial sound content (like Netflix, YouTube) with Android 13 smartphones capable of head tracking. Depending on your smartphone, applications that can use spatial sound content playback and head tracking will vary. Also, you can experience 360 Reality Audio content with Xperia 1 Ⅵ/1 V/5 V on 360 Reality Audio Live app and Live Music Streaming Online | Live Concert Streams | nugs.net . Some services may not be available in certain countries/regions. The number of compatible devices is planned to increase. Not currently available with 360 Reality Audio content streamed from Amazon Music Unlimited.
• ¹¹ The service may not be available in some countries/regions.
• ¹² The same experience as the earbuds (shown in picture) is available.
• ¹³ Sony | Sound Connect app is needed and may require a subscription to a music streaming service for which fees apply. Some services may not be available in certain countries/regions. Download app at Google Play and the App Store. Network services, content, and operating system and software subject to terms and conditions and may be changed, interrupted or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration and credit card information.
• ¹⁴ To learn more about the use of open datasets, visit: https://www.sony.co.jp/en/hp_call_ai_privacy/opens in a new window (English only)
• ¹⁵ The microphone on/off operation only works with the headset microphone. It does not work with the microphone settings of your smartphone or computer software.
• ¹⁶ Google Gemini headphones features, including "OK Google" hot word detection, are only available when connected to a supported Android™ device. Google, Android, and Gemini are trademarks of Google LLC. Google Gemini is currently available in selected countries/regions. Install the Google app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app.
• ¹⁷ Support for only Japanese/English/Chinese. Set it up with Sony | Sound Connect app.
• ¹⁸ Calling App for Android excluded.
• ¹⁹ Set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. Terms and conditions for available partner services and their contents, as well as related software (including operating systems) apply. The contents of this application are subject to change without notice, and this application may be updated or terminated without notice. Install the compatible app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. The compatible service may not be available in some countries/regions. Supported apps and services: https://www.sony.net/supported-servicelink
• ²⁰ Install the Amazon Music app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. Amazon Music service may not be available in some countries/regions.
• ²¹ Install the Apple Music app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. Apple Music service may not be available in some countries/regions. Apple, the Apple logo, and Apple Music are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
• ²² Install the Spotify app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. Spotify service may not be available in some countries/regions. Spotify and all other trademarks related to the Spotify brand are the sole property of Spotify AB.
• ²³ Install the YouTube Music app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect ap. YouTube Music service may not be available in some countries/regions. YouTube Music is a trademark of Google LLC.
• ²⁴ Install the Endel app and set up with Sony | Sound Connect app. Endel service and Endel Quick Access function may not be available in some countries/regions. Detailed information, such as release timing, is available on the Endel website: https://code.endel.io/sony?code=SONY/
• ²⁵ In rare cases, Speak-to-Chat may unintentionally start up in response to vibrations caused by devices such as electric toothbrushes, electric massagers and electric shavers, and activities such as brushing teeth, coughing or humming.
• ²⁶ Set the function to “ON” from the Sony | Sound Connect app. To deactivate Speak-to-Chat and return to your music immediately, tap either the left or right touch panel. Otherwise, music will resume playing by default 15 seconds after your conversation ends in Speak-to-Chat mode. This timeframe can be customised using the Sony | Sound Connect app.
• ²⁷ Interoperability and compatibility among Bluetooth® devices vary. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. The Auracast™ word mark and logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Any use of such marks by Sony Group Corporation and its subsidiaries is under license.
• ²⁸ Android phones running 6+ are required.
• ²⁹ DSEE Ultimate EQ Off with AAC codec, charge with 1.5A USB-AC adapter. / DSEE Ultimate
• ³⁰ Actual performance varies based on USB PD adapter, environmental conditions, and usage.
• ³¹ The adapter is not included with 1000X THE COLLEXION.
• ³² Recycled plastic is used in multiple parts of the headphones body, and the case, which is subject to change.
• ³³ Depending on geographical region. Coating and adhesive materials excluded.
• ³⁴ Minimum 10,000 and up to 20,000 lbs of waste removal. Sony Electronics Inc. in collaboration with 4ocean. Open in USA only for purchases 6/1/26 – 7/31/26 on electronics.sony.com of eligible Sony products: WH-1000XM6, WH-1000XX, WH-1000XM5, WF-1000XM6, WF-LC910.