Sony WH1000XM5B Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones
WH1000XM5S.CE7
WAS £349.00 £279.00

Sony WH1000XM5B Noise Cancelling Wireless Headphones

Our best ever noise cancelling headphones, designed for authentic perfection

WH1000XM5S.CE7

Headband style wireless headphones with Industry-leading noise cancelling, exceptional sound quality, superior noise-free calls and ultra comfortable design.

  • The best noise cancelling with two high performance processors and eight microphones
  • Exceptional sound quality with specially designed 30mm driver unit
  • Superior noise-free calls with 2x2 beamforming microphones and noise reduction system (using AI)
  • For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two devices at the same time. Fast Pair will help you locate the WH-1000XM5 if you can't find them and Swift Pair makes pairing with your PC or tablet simple.
  • With up to a huge 30 hours of battery life, you’ll have enough power, even for long trips! A collapsible case is included with these Sony headphones for easy storage and travel.
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FEATURES

The best noise cancelling[FN|As of April 10, 2023. According to research by Sony Corporation, measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines for the top 10 brands (by market share) of headband-style of wireless noise-cancelling headphones market.]


From airplane noise to people’s voices, our WH-1000XM5 wireless headphones with multiple microphone noise cancelling keep out more high and mid frequency sounds than ever. And with Auto NC Optimizer, noise cancelling is automatically optimised based on your wearing conditions and environment.

Multi Noise Sensor technology


With four microphones on each earcup, this is our biggest ever step forward in noise cancelling. Ambient sound is captured even more accurately for a dramatic reduction in high frequency noise. Thanks to Auto NC Optimizer, noise cancelling performance is always and automatically optimised based on wearing conditions and external environmental factors such as atmospheric pressure.

Incomparable noise cancelling


Specially developed by Sony, the Integrated Processor V1 unlocks the full potential of our HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1. This unique combination of technology controls eight microphones to deliver unprecedented noise cancelling quality.

Specially designed 30mm driver unit


The specially designed 30mm driver unit featuring a soft edge enhances noise cancelling helping you enjoy your music precisely without ambient noise.The carbon fiber composite material realizes light weight and high rigidity dome and improves sound clarity, especially in high frequency ranges.

Superlative sound, engineered to perfection


The specially designed 30mm driver unit with light and rigid dome using carbon fiber composite material improves high frequency sensitivity for more natural sound quality. Sony unique technologies include a premium lead-free solder containing gold for excellent conductivity, Fine Sound Resistor for even power distribution, and optimised circuitry for an improved signal-to-noise ratio to ensure clear, consistent sound.

Enjoy High-Resolution Audio with and without wires


The WH-1000XM5 supports High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC, our industry-adopted audio coding technology. LDAC transmits approximately three times more data[FN|At the maximum transfer rate of 990 kbps.] than conventional Bluetooth® audio for exceptional High-Resolution Audio quality.[FN|Need to set the function to “Priority on Sound Quality” using the Sony | Headphones Connect app. Compatible devices supporting LDAC will be needed.]

Real-time restoration of all your compressed files


Using Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence), DSEE Extreme™ upscales compressed digital music files in real time. Dynamically recognising instrumentation, musical genres and individual elements of each song, it restores high range sound lost in compression.[FN|Activate DSEE Extreme™ from the Sony | Headphones Connect app.]

Industry-leading call quality[FN|As of January 1, 2022, measured using ETSI guidelines, headband style of wireless headphones’ market excluding headset with boom microphone or USB dongle. Call quality excludes impediments related to the mobile device, third party service providers, Internet, network connectivity or environmental conditions.]


Our Precise Voice Pickup Technology uses four beamforming microphones and an AI-based noise reduction algorithm to isolate your voice precisely. A newly developed wind noise reduction structure minimises wind noise during calls. Wherever you are, you’ll always hear and be heard clearly.

Multiple microphones, focused on your voice


Equipped with four beamforming microphones, these headphones are calibrated to only pick up your voice. An improved signal-to-noise ratio enables them to catch every single word, even when there’s a lot of noise around.

Ultra clear, noise-free calls


With Precise Voice Pickup Technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments. [1 = With noise, 2 = Without noise].

All day comfort with a noiseless design


These lightweight headphones are beautifully finished in newly developed “Soft fit leather”. This material fits snugly around the head with less pressure on the ears while keeping out external sounds. Our noiseless design with stepless slider, seamless swivel and hanger makes WH-1000XM5 a pleasure to wear.

Adaptive Sound Control automatically adjusts to whatever you do


Adaptive Sound Control is a smart function that senses where you are and what you’re doing, then adjusts ambient sound settings for the ideal listening experience. When activated, it learns your behaviour and recognises locations that you frequently visit, such as your workplace or a favourite café, and tailors sound to suit the situation.

For everyday convenience, just Speak-to-Chat


As soon as you start a conversation, Speak-to-Chat automatically stops your music and lets in ambient sound – handy if you want to keep your headphones on or talk hands-free. This smart feature uses microphones built into your headphones and advanced audio signal processing to recognise and react to your voice. Once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.[FN|Set the function to “ON” from the Sony | Headphones Connect app. To deactivate Speak-to-Chat and return to your music immediately, tap the 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 | Headphones Connect app.][FN|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.]

Instant pause. Instant 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.

Quick access to your favourite music


With Quick Access, you can configure these headphones to resume Spotify music playback with two or three taps – no need to touch your smartphone.[FN|Install the Spotify app and set up with Sony | Headphones 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.]

Control with your voice


Get hands-free help – Just say "Hey Google" or "Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant.[FN|Google Assistant headphones features, including "OK Google" hot word detection, are only available when connected to a supported Android™ device. Google and Android are trademarks of Google LLC. Amazon, Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Google Assistant and Alexa are not available in all languages and countries/regions. Install the Google app and set up with Sony | Headphones Connect app. For Amazon Alexa, install the Amazon Alexa app and set up with Sony | Headphones Connect app.] Listen to music, connect with friends, get noti?cations, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones features like noise cancellation with your voice[FN|Only available for Google Assistant. Please see details on https://support.google.com/assistant/answer/7172842#headphones.], listen to and interact with emails in Microsoft Outlook, and join Microsoft Teams meetings using Google Assistant or Siri.[FN|Need to have the app installed on your Android™?device or iOS device.? Play My Emails for Outlook Mobile is available for English and Portuguese speaking customers, and Cortana voice assistance for Teams Mobile is only available for English speaking customers. Cortana voice assistance in Teams is currently supported on Microsoft Teams displays in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, India, and Australia. Microsoft, Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Teams? are trademarks of the Microsoft group of? companies.? For the latest information about available languages and countries, please check Microsoft Support page.]

Listen safely with Sony | Headphones Connect app


Check how safely you’re listening to music by comparing sound pressure data recorded by your headphones with guidance of the World Health Organisation (WHO). Receive OS notifications when listening levels are too high.

Multipoint connection


For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.

Find your headphones with Fast Pair


The WH-1000XM5 supports Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. It lets you easily locate where you left your headphones by tone sound, or checking their last known location in Google’s Find My Device app on your smartphone.

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.

All day power and quick charging


With a huge 30 hours of battery life you’ll have enough power even for long trips. If you need to top up in a hurry, you can get 3 hours' worth of charge after just 3 minutes with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter.[FN|The adapter is not included with WH-1000XM5.]

Everything’s at your fingertips


The WH-1000XM5 headphones feature intuitive touch control settings – for example, push the button on the left side to switch from Noise Cancelling to Ambient Sound or use the touch panel on the right side to play or pause music, skip tracks, change volume and much more.

Collapsible case, saves space


Carry your headphones effortlessly in the soft matching case. Take them out and the collapsible for easy storage in a bag.

What’s in the box


Open up the packaging of your WH-1000XM5 headphones and you’ll find a carrying case, headphone cable (approx. 1.2m) and USB charging cable.

Better for the environment


There’s no plastic in the WH-1000XM5 packaging[FN|Depending on geographical region. Coating and adhesive materials excluded.], which is designed based on low toxicity design principles and a ‘Made to be Remade’ philosophy that’s more socially responsible. The product box is produced using recycled and sustainable materials developed specially for Sony. WH-1000XM5 also uses recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.[FN|Recycled plastic is used in multiple parts of the headphone body, which is subject to change.]

So immersive. So real.


Immerse yourself in sound all around you. As real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. These headphones let you enjoy 360 Reality Audio.

360 Spatial Sound Personalizer


With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app[FN|Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer is an app that personalises your sound experience when connected to a BRAVIA XR TV.], you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when using WLA-NS7 to connect to BRAVIA XR TVs.[FN|The same experience as WH-1000XM4 headphones (shown in picture) is available.][FN|Firmware update available by Jan 2022 and is required to enjoy 360 Spatial Sound on BRAVIA XR. Network connection required for firmware update of BRAVIA XR.]

Dolby Atmos Experience


With a Sony WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter connected to a BRAVIA XR TV[FN|Firmware update available by Jan 2022 and is required to enjoy 360 Spatial Sound on BRAVIA XR. Network connection required for firmware update of BRAVIA XR.] your headphones create the ideal arrangement of phantom speakers all around you so you can enjoy a Dolby Atmos experience. Be immersed in the scene and feel right at the heart of the action.[FN|Sony | Headphones Connect App is needed. Requires subscription to a music streaming service -subscription fees apply. Some services may not be available in certain countries/regions.]

SPECIFICATIONS

Size & Weight
Weight
Approx. 250g
General Features
Headphone Type
Closed, dynamic
Driver Unit
30mm
Magnet
Neodymium
Impedance (Ohm)
48 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)
Frequency Response
4 Hz - 40, 000 Hz (JEITA)
Frequency Response (Active Operation)
4 Hz - 40, 000 Hz
FREQUENCY RESPONSE (ACTIVE OPERATION)
4 Hz - 40, 000 Hz
Frequency Response(Bluetooth® Communication)
20Hz-20, 000Hz (44.1kHz sampling) 20Hz-40, 000Hz (LDAC 96kHz sampling 990kbps)
Sensitivities (dB/mW)
102dB(1kHz) / mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on) , 100dB / mW(1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
Volume Control
Touch Sensor
Cord Type
Single-sided (detachable)
Cord Length
approx. 1.2m
Plug
Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug
Input(s)
Stereo Mini Jack
Wearing Style
Over Ear
DSEE Extreme
Yes
Passive Operation
Yes
AMBIENT SOUND MODE
Yes
Battery
Battery Charge Time
Approx. 3.5 hrs
Battery Charge Method
USB
Battery Life(continuous music playback time)
Max. 30 hrs (NC ON) , Max. 40 hrs (NC OFF)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)
Max. 24 hrs (NC ON) , Max. 32 hrs (NC OFF)
Bluetooth® Specification
Bluetooth® version
Bluetooth Specification Version5.2
Effective Range
10m
Frequency Range
2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz-2.4835GHz)
Profile
A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Supported Audio Format(s)
SBC, AAC, LDAC
Supported Content Protection
SCMS-T
Noise Cancelling
Personal NC Optimizer
Auto NC Optimizer
Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing
Yes
Ambient Sound Mode
Yes
Quick Attention
Yes