Sony presents the WH-1000X The Collexion, premium headphones
Imagine that a decade after starting a saga that has revolutionized personal audio, Sony decides to elevate the experience to unforeseen limits. Thus arrives the new WH-1000X The Collexion, designed for those who seek exquisite sound and unsurpassed comfort.
These headphones are not just an update; they are a tribute to ten years of innovation that mark a before and after in the high-end consumer market. Want to know what makes them so special?
The recipients of the WH-1000X The Collexion
Target audience profile
Mike Somerset, head of Entertainment Product at Sony Europe, defines this model as a product for audiophiles and early technology adopters. The sound quality is not only spectacular, but is designed to be enjoyed all day, because comfort is key in this experience.
Comparison with the existing lineup
The WH-1000XM6 are the traditional high-end range, while the Collexion position themselves at a higher level, with a more exclusive and refined approach. If you seek portability, the M6 series is your choice; but if you want luxury and extreme quality, these are your headphones.
Design and materials: craftsmanship at the service of sound
"Resonate" philosophy and premium materials
The motto "Resonate" defines a premium sound with texture that can be felt. The headband incorporates a hand-polished metal piece, while the cushions use vegan leather developed over two years. The materials are not a matter of aesthetics but functionality; no visible plastics, only metal and high-quality synthetic leather.
Ergonomics and finishes
The headphones are flatter than the previous model, reducing the bulky feeling, with a more spacious interior and softer cushions. The headband has been widened and padded to minimize pressure on the head, ensuring comfort that invites listening to music for hours.
Sound and advanced technology
Custom driver and V3 processor
The sound engine is a 30 mm driver designed exclusively for this model, with calibration by Grammy-winning experts. The integrated V3 processor offers three 360 spatial sound modes, adapted for music, cinema, and gaming, generating an immersive sensation that transports you to a movie theater or into the game.
Sound algorithms and innovations
The Collexion incorporate the DSEE Ultimate algorithm, which reconstructs lost parts in music compression up to 96 kHz and 24 bits. They also inherit technology from the Walkman line, such as a crystal oscillator for bass and gold soldering, in addition to the LDAC codec for high resolution and a 10-band equalizer.
Noise cancellation and battery life
Quality in cancellation and calls
The QN3 processor and six microphones per earcup capture and effectively cancel ambient noise. They also improve call quality with wind cancellation and a physical button to mute the microphone, ensuring clear and crisp conversations.
Battery and design
The battery offers slightly less autonomy than the WH-1000XM6 due to the new flatter design that limits internal space. Sony has opted to divide the battery into two parts inside the right earcup to fit this profile.
The future of the 1000X according to Sony
Innovations for upcoming generations
Mike Somerset hints that many of the technologies in the Collexion could reach future standard models, although he confirms nothing. The challenge is to find the perfect balance between aesthetics, sound quality, and comfort.
A new perspective for the range
The WH-1000X The Collexion mark a new angle for a series that has dominated the market since 2019. Without a doubt, these headphones are the most exclusive, comfortable, and sonorous proposal Sony has ever created.
If you are one who values every detail in music and seek an experience that combines cutting-edge technology with artisanal design, these headphones are a declaration of intent. They are not for everyone, but for enthusiasts, they are a gift that resonates beyond sound.
