Overview
WI-1000XM2

Premium noise canceling with all-day comfort.

Industry-Leading Noise Canceling Wireless Headphones1
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Industry-Leading Digital Noise Cancellation
Flexible, comfortable neckband design

Industry-Leading Digital Noise Cancellation

Industry-Leading digital noise cancellation technology means you hear every word, note, and tune with incredible clarity, no matter your environment. Additional microphones also assist in isolating sound while talking on the phone, resulting in improved phone call quality.1

Flexible, comfortable neckband design

The WI-1000XM2 neckband features an upgrade in comfort and style, with more flexibility and greater comfort that makes it easy to listen all day without anything getting in your way.
Long battery life with quick charging

Up to 10 hrs of battery life on a single charge with 10 mins quick charge for 80 mins of playback.2
Sony I Headphones Connect for Android and iOS

Control your ambient sound settings and adjust the sound levels with the Equalizer.3
Smart Listening by Adaptive Sound Control

Smart Listening by Adaptive Sound Control

Automatically switches modes based on your surroundings and activities.3
Hear essential sounds when you’re on the move. 

Switch to Ambient Sound mode with the Sony | Headphones Connect App.3
Noise Canceling Optimizer

Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing delivers optimal sound at high altitudes.
Hands-free calling with vibration notification

With easy, hands-free calling. Leave your phone where it is: just speak with a click.
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Magnetic earbuds

Magnetic earbuds that attach to one another for tangle-free carrying and storage.
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Compact carrying case

Keep your headphones safe from tangling and being scratched or damaged with the included carry case.
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Airplane adapter plug

Just plug the cable into the included airplane adapter plug for in-flight listening.
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Wired for High-Resolution

Use the supplied cable for uninterrupted truly Hi-Res Audio and noise cancelling for up to 14 hours.

Size & Weight
Weight Approx. 2.05 oz (main unit approx. 1.55 oz)
General Features
Headphone Type Closed, Hybrid
Driver Unit Hybrid
Magnet Neodymium
Impedance (Ohm) 50 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 17 ohm (1kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
Frequency Response 3 Hz–40,000 Hz
Frequency Response (Active Operation) 20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)/20 Hz–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz Sampling, 990 kbps)
Frequency Response (Bluetooth® Communication) 20 Hz–20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz Sampling)/20 Hz–40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz Sampling, 990 kbps)
Sensitivities (dB/mW) 99 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 94 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
Volume Control Yes
Cord Type Single-sided (detachable)
Cord Length approx. 3.28 ft
Plug Gold-plated L-shaped Stereo Mini
Input(s) Stereo Mini
Wearing Style Neckband
NFC Yes
DSEE HX Yes
Passive Operation Yes
Battery
Battery Charge Time Approx. 3.5 hours, This unit can be used for 80 minutes after 10 minutes of charging.
Battery Charge Method USB
Battery Life (continuous music playback time) Max. 10 hours (NC ON), Max. 12 hours (Ambient Sound Mode), Max. 15 hours (NC OFF)
BATTERY LIFE (CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME) Max. 9 hours (NC ON), Max. 10 hours (Ambient Sound Mode), Max. 13 hours (NC OFF)
Battery Life (Waiting Time) Max. 11 hours (NC ON), Max. 13 hours (Ambient Sound Mode), Max. 100 hours (NC OFF)
Bluetooth® Specification
Bluetooth® version Bluetooth Specification Version 5.0
Effective Range Line of sight approx. 30 ft (10 m)
Frequency Range 2.4 GHz band (2.4000–2.4835 GHz)
Profile A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
Supported Audio Format(s) SBC, AAC, LDAC
Supported Content Protection SCMS-T
Noise Canceling
Noise Canceling ON/OFF Switch Yes
Ambient Sound Mode Yes

Footnotes

1. Ambient noise reduction in wireless noise cancelling headphones market according to research by Sony Corp., measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines, as of 9-5-19 for behind-the-neck and truly wireless styles and as of 9-5-19 for headband style.

2. Actual performance varies based on settings, environmental conditions, and usage.

3. Requires download of Sony | Headphones Connect app for iPhone from the App Store or for Android from Google Play. User must link compatible devices in order to control operation. Subject to app terms and conditions.

  • Carrying Case: 1
  • Plug Adapter for In-flight Use: 1
  • Connection Cable: 1
  • USB cable: 1
  • Earbuds: 1