Description
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.
Premium crafted metal
Stainless steel blends a mate, sandblasted texture with polished highlights, built for long-lasting durability with premium feel.
Soft, refined vegan leather
Soft vegan 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.
Comfortable around your ear
Lasting comfort by design
A balanced embrace
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
Ultimate listening experience
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
Bespoke driver unit
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
360 Upmix for Cinema
360 Upmix for Game
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
[A] – Expand audio dynamics (strings and whisper – quiet subtleties)
[B] Restored high frequencies (Acoustic and vocal instrument realism)
Enjoy High-Resolution Audio with and without wires
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
Conventional use
With head-tracking capability
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
Noise cancelling
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
Call quality
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.
1 = With noise
2 = Without noise
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
Connection & Usability
Smooth connectivity
Connect quickly, easily and smoothly. Enhanced connectivity and usability make everyday use more seamless and intuitive.
Multipoint Connection27
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
Easy pairing with your computer
Find your headphones with Fast Pair
Listen while charging
*USB charging cable not included.
Long battery, quick charge
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
Instant pause and play
Control headphones with head gestures
Talk to hear ambient sound
Quick Access
Start your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone.20,21,22,23,24
Scene-based listening
Plays music automatically
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.
Sustainability & Accessibility
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.
