We've reached day 2 of Amazon's Prime Day fiesta, and Sony is keeping its foot on the pedal with deals , deals , and deals . Taking its place on our best noise-canceling headphones list, the WH-1000XM4 headphones are highly-regarded by audio experts and are currently on sale for just $228 . That's a $120 discount from its typical $348 sticker tag and sets the record for the lowest price in XM4 history.
Also: Bose also has a high-end, noise-canceling headphone of its own on sale during Prime Day. The Bose NC700 is currently on sale for $269 ($110 off) .
Sony WH-1000XM4 (save $120)
$228 at AmazonLet me set things straight: the Sony WH-1000XM4 is not the latest model from the company , but it's argued by many to be the better of the two -- discounts aside. That's because the 2020 headphones already deliver strong audio performance with an immersive active noise-cancellation. Whether you're an average consumer or consider yourself an audiophile, the XM4's sound stage is one that can be equally appreciated.
Compared to the flat-laying design of the XM5, the two earcups can fold inward and fit snuggly in a more portable carrying case. If you travel often, the added portability is a treat. The XM4 has an estimated battery rating of 30 hours with ANC on and 38 hours without. A quick 10-minute top-up lends itself to up to five hours of playback.
Many would say that the Sony WH-1000XM4 is worth buying at its regular price of $349, including the ZDNet review by Matthew Miller. At $120 less, the premium headphones are an even greater bargain.
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