The units in this sale are being sold as open box condition. That means that they have been opened due to being a photo sample, a tested good customer return or having damaged packaging. Some non-essential items may be missing from the box. The unit may not be shipped in retail packaging. That is the reason for the reduced sale price and the reduced warranty.

High-Resolution Audio for uncompromised sound

Experience digital music to the fullest with Hi-Res Audio. By capturing music at a higher rate than CD, increasing both audio samples per second and the bit-rate accuracy of each sample, Hi-Res Audio offers an uncompromised rendition of an artist's music. Savor every breath and subtle movement for a truly emotional experience.

Go beyond CD quality. DSEE HX builds on our proprietary DSEE technology, upscaling compressed audio files to a level that's closer to Hi-Res Audio. By restoring the subtleties of the original recording that are lost during the compression process, DSEE HX delivers a rich, studio-quality audio experience for all your music.

Soft, cushioned ear pads help you listen comfortably all day, and the compact headband fits well with any head shape or hair style. The headphones fold up to fit easily into the supplied carrying pouch, so you can bring them everywhere.

Near Field Communication (NFC) and Bluetooth technology make connecting to your music fast and easy. Just touch your NFC enabled device to the headphones for a quick, seamless connection, then start streaming. No NFC? No problem. Connect via Bluetooth in your device settings and you’re ready to go.

With the Sony | Headphones Connect App, you can adjust the music to your taste by choosing from presets or customizing the equalizer. Additionally, select a surround sound preset to choose from club, hall, arena or outdoor style audio.

Listen for longer with up to 24 hours' battery life

Perfect for commuting or when you want to enjoy your music all day. When fully charged, you can enjoy up to 24 hours of music playback or talk time. You can carry on listening even when the battery runs out too, by simply plugging in the supplied headphone cable.

LDAC supports several transmission rates according to your wireless environment. It allows you to enjoy Hi-Res Audio content in exceptional sound quality near to Hi-Res Audio, by transmitting at the maximum transfer rate: 990 kbps (approximately three times more data than conventional Bluetooth audio). LDAC provides an enhanced wireless listening experience for all your music, the way the artist truly intended.