I think I'm in the minority -- and music/sound is such a personal taste -- but I think the XM4s sound better than the Max.
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I think I'm in the minority -- and music/sound is such a personal taste -- but I think the XM4s sound better than the Max.
Look good but air pods max are all I need for over ear now
You can just tap them to your phone. They will pair via NFC.
Although not with an iPhone, because Apple. Same reason why we don’t have LDAC despite it being free to use.
they look nicer than the previous Sony's.
still a fan of the Bose 700's though aesthetically (and comfort is solid too)
still a fan of the Bose 700's though aesthetically (and comfort is solid too)
Just bought the XM4's a month ago, def not worth an extra $150 vs what I paid new.
I have the XM4's and the AirPods Max. I very rarely use the AirPods Max. I was gifted them, so I can't sell them unfortunately. For me the Sony's are much better. The kinds of sounds their ANC block (like keyboard clicks), are preferable to me. I much prefer the fuller bass, the weight, and the way they grip my head. The AirPods Max grip unevenly making it feel like the bottoms aren't fully attached. They also give me a terrible headache if I wear them for more than an hour. All in all, a bit of a bummer. If I am in the market for anything else in the next few years I'll definitely be checking out the XM5's.
Just once. Just like you have to with AirPods. Stop trying to troll.
The foldable headphone crowd is gonna be upset. Everyone clamoring for AirPods Max to have a foldable design like the Sony are now looking at a rigid fold-less future
This is probably my next. I have the XM4 and the weight alone is enough to sell it. So much quality for such a lightweight design is a no brainer. By comparison my Jabra 85h is too heavy. That's the only reason why I cannot consider the AirPods Max unfortunately.
I don't see why it wouldn't, Apple didn't create spatial audio but they are popularizing it.
Waiting for new thread on MacRumors; "XM5 is one hour outdated. Should I wait for XM6?"
For that to happen they would need to get away from Bluetooth. Even AirPlay 2 can only play lossless but not hi-res lossless.
I see they redesigned the headband a bit.
I love the XM’s, and have had an amazing experience with mine. The fit and comfort is perfect for me. They don’t squeeze my head to tight and they’re light enough where they’re not to fatiguing to wear for extended periods of time.
And the XM’s have outstanding protection with a zipper shell case that includes a mesh pocket inside. That’s always clutch when you purchase expensive headphones that have a durable case included to protect your investment.
I love the XM’s, and have had an amazing experience with mine. The fit and comfort is perfect for me. They don’t squeeze my head to tight and they’re light enough where they’re not to fatiguing to wear for extended periods of time.
And the XM’s have outstanding protection with a zipper shell case that includes a mesh pocket inside. That’s always clutch when you purchase expensive headphones that have a durable case included to protect your investment.
I think it would be cool if Sony designed a headbandless headphone where the cups where held in place with strong magnets that have enough force to go thru your skull...
I couldn’t agree more. I’d love to own AirPods Max but I just can’t justy the price when the XM4’s are so damn good for the price.
AirPods can’t even last 2 years dude. AirPods Pro seem to last even less. Stop trolling. Stop defending daddy Apple.
Waiting for some phones that deliver true Dolby Digital 5.1, not spatial audio that sometimes seems like 5.1, maybe.
This was my issue with the AirPods Max -- the weight combined with the clamping force needed to keep them in place made them initially very uncomfortable.
I say "was" because after wearing them and getting used to it, I just don't notice anymore. I can wear them for hours on end now and the weight doesn't register the same way. (That probably speaks more to human adaptibility than the APM, which are objectively heavy.)
Pity for the plasticky construction.
I expected some metal/aluminum components (external cups/headband).
Maybe they are still sturdy.
I expected some metal/aluminum components (external cups/headband).
Maybe they are still sturdy.
And wifi (AirPlay) is way more power hungry than Bluetooth.
Personally, I think the obsession with "lossless" is very overblown. I guess it would be nice to have that last little tippy-top 2% of audiophile quality (if you can even tell)?
People get all fixated on lossless, but to my ears Spatial Audio is the big game changer here. On several occasions I've had to take my AirPods Max off to double check that the sound was coming from them instead of my MacBook's speakers, the effect can be so convincing. Knowing Sony, I'm sure they have a good version of this as well. Apple's Spatial Audio sounds weird as hell in some contexts (podcasts sound super weird) but it's incredible for movies.
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