Sony WH1000XM5 Multi-Platform Noise Cancelling Wireless Headset - Blue WH1000XM5/LME

Sony WH1000XM5 Multi-Platform Noise Cancelling Wireless Headset - Blue WH1000XM5/LME The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in Midnight Blue (WH1000XM5/LME) combine Sony's advanced active noise cancellation, premium wireless audio and intelligent listening features in a lightweight over-ear design. Two dedicated processors control eight microphones for highly effective noise cancellation, while Auto NC Optimizer automatically adjusts performance according to wearing conditions and the surrounding environment. Specially designed 30mm drivers, LDAC, High-Resolution Audio Wireless and DSEE Extreme deliver detailed, high-quality sound, while Precise Voice Pickup Technology with four beamforming microphones provides clear voice capture for calls. Key Features Advanced Active Noise Cancellation: HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 and Integrated Processor V1 work together with eight microphones to reduce surrounding noise. Auto NC Optimizer: Automatically optimises noise-cancelling performance according to wearing conditions and environmental factors such as atmospheric pressure. 30mm Driver Units: Specially designed drivers use lightweight, rigid carbon-fibre composite domes to improve clarity, particularly at higher frequencies. High-Resolution Audio: Supports High-Resolution Audio through a compatible wired connection. High-Resolution Audio Wireless: LDAC provides high-quality wireless audio transmission with compatible Bluetooth devices. DSEE Extreme: Edge-AI processing enhances compressed digital music in real time and helps restore high-frequency information lost during compression. Precise Voice Pickup Technology: Four beamforming microphones and AI-based noise reduction help isolate the user's voice during calls. Wind Noise Reduction: Dedicated construction helps minimise wind interference during voice calls. Up to 30 Hours Battery Life: Provides extended wireless playback with noise cancelling enabled. Quick Charging: Approximately 3 minutes of charging can provide up to 3 hours of playback when using a compatible USB Power Delivery AC adapter. Bluetooth Multipoint: Can remain paired with two compatible Bluetooth devices simultaneously for convenient switching between devices. Adaptive Sound Control: Automatically adjusts ambient sound settings according to activities and frequently visited locations. Speak-to-Chat: Automatically pauses music and allows ambient sound through when the wearer begins speaking. Wearing Detection: Automatically pauses playback when the headphones are removed and resumes when they are put back on. Ambient Sound Mode: Allows surrounding sound to be heard without removing the headphones. Touch Controls: Touch-sensitive controls provide convenient access to playback, track selection and volume functions. 360 Reality Audio: Certified for Sony's immersive 360 Reality Audio experience with compatible services. Soft Fit Leather: Lightweight construction and soft ear cushions are designed for comfortable extended listening. Fast Pair & Swift Pair: Supports convenient pairing with compatible Android and Windows devices. Sony Sound Connect: Compatible app provides EQ, sound, noise-cancelling and listening preference customisation. Audio Specifications Specification Details Headphone Type Closed, Dynamic Wearing Style Over-Ear / Headband Driver Unit 30mm Dynamic Driver Driver Magnet Neodymium Frequency Response 4Hz - 40,000Hz Bluetooth Frequency Response 20Hz - 20,000Hz (44.1kHz Sampling) / 20Hz - 40,000Hz (LDAC 96kHz Sampling, 990kbps) High-Resolution Audio Supported High-Resolution Audio Wireless Supported via LDAC Audio Enhancement DSEE Extreme 360 Reality Audio Supported Noise Cancellation & Microphones Specification Details Active Noise Cancellation Yes Noise Cancelling Processors HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1 + Integrated Processor V1 Noise Cancelling Microphones 8-Microphone Noise Cancelling System Automatic Noise Optimisation Auto NC Optimizer Atmospheric Pressure Optimisation Yes Ambient Sound Mode Yes Call Microphones 4 × Beamforming Microphones Call Technology Precise Voice Pickup Technology with AI-Based Noise Reduction Wind Noise Reduction Yes Wireless Connectivity Specification Details Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.2 Effective Bluetooth Range Approximately 10m Bluetooth Frequency 2.4GHz Band Supported Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP Supported Audio Codecs SBC, AAC, LDAC Content Protection SCMS-T Multipoint Connection Yes - Up to 2 Bluetooth Devices Simultaneously Google Fast Pair Supported Microsoft Swift Pair Supported Battery & Charging Specification Details Battery Type Built-In Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Battery Life - Noise Cancelling On Up to 30 Hours Battery Life - Noise Cancelling Off Up to 40 Hours Charging Time Approximately 3.5 Hours Charging Interface USB Type-C Quick Charge Approximately 3 Hours Playback from 3 Minutes Charging with Compatible USB-PD AC Adapter Smart Features & Controls Feature Details Adaptive Sound Control Yes Speak-to-Chat Yes Wearing Detection Yes Automatic Play / Pause Yes Touch Sensor Control Panel Yes Quick Attention Yes Voice Assistant Support Supported Companion Application Sony Sound Connect Technical Specifications Specification Details Brand Sony Product Series 1000X Series Product Name WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones Manufacturer Part Number WH1000XM5/LME Model WH-1000XM5 Colour Midnight Blue Product Type Wireless Active Noise Cancelling Headphones Headphone Style Over-Ear / Headband Acoustic Design Closed-Back Dynamic Driver Size 30mm Connectivity Bluetooth 5.2 / 3.5mm Wired Audio Bluetooth Codecs SBC, AAC, LDAC Noise Cancellation Active Noise Cancellation with Auto NC Optimizer Battery Life Up to 30 Hours with ANC / Up to 40 Hours without ANC Charging USB Type-C Weight Approximately 250g What's Included: 1 × Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Midnight Blue 1 × Carrying Case 1 × Headphone Cable - Approximately 1.2m 1 × USB Charging Cable Documentation Please Note: Manufacturer part number WH1000XM5/LME specifically identifies the Midnight Blue Sony WH-1000XM5 variant in Sony's South African catalogue. Battery runtime varies according to settings and usage conditions. The quoted 3-minute quick-charge performance requires a compatible USB Power Delivery AC adapter, which is not listed as part of the standard supplied accessories. The Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones in Midnight Blue (WH1000XM5/LME) combine Sony's flagship-class active noise cancellation with detailed 30mm driver audio, LDAC wireless transmission, intelligent listening features, clear beamforming-microphone calls and long battery life for travel, work and everyday listening.