@@hdturbogixxer Sony is the louder. Beautiful sound from the B&O, great clarity but the Sony seem to have more depth, a fuller, deeper sound. You wouldn't be disappointed with either though on their own.
I tested the HX's at my local B&O store and I gotta say, after years of using the WH-XM3's, longevity is something I'm looking more for in my next pair of headphones. I've taken good care of those XM3's, and yet several plastic pieces from the headband have broken off from the bending from putting on / removing countless times, the extension detents just don't hold like they used to, and the earpads have been suddenly rapidly disintegrating. I think I sat down with the HX's for a good 15-20 minutes and was really impressed with the overall sound quality and slick, ease of use of their phone companion app. I never cared for the Sony app -- it's slow to load and recognize your headphones *every time* you open it. The B&O app does a little animation and it's good to go. I'm actually usually an open-back headphone user at home and TOO much ANC can actually make me feel paranoid about missing someone trying to get my attention. IMO I found the HX to block the most important bands of noise but I could still hear people which I actually prefer. I'm just about ready to retire these XM3's and I think the HX's are justifiable for the price for what I'm looking for.
Sorry but I have to laugh. You say "after years of using the XM3's", but they were only introduced 4 years ago. That's the problem, they're not built to really last and it's a great indication of what a throwaway society we live in, but we really do need to start moving back towards not replacing things for the latest model every year.
Yeah, I have (had) a pair of AKG N60nc Wireless on-ear (with 3.5mm cable). I Love(ed) them for about 8 years...until one day I went in to the office, took them off and a co-worker pointed out that I had some black flaky stuff on my ears. That fake leather-look spray-on vinyl crap covering the ear pads was literally disintegrating. And the top cushion was as well. It became oily and sticky and really unwearable. The phones themselves still work fine, but it just goes to show you the difference in cost vs quality. Those AKG phones were awesome, Bluetooth & wired, compact, great ANC, SUPERB freq. range, great sounding and comfortable. All ruined by cheaping out on the 'fit and finish'. THIS is why I'm willing to pay more for true quality materials used by brands such as B&O (real leather, lambskin, quality metals, etc.) Longevity of products is important to me. Some people would say "well...8 years is about what you'd expect, what's the big deal?" "Just get some new ones..." The point is, that a well & properly made pair of 'phones should last decades if properly taken care of. This applies to many other things as well (shoes!)...too many things go to the landfill far too soon.
im subbing just bc you did the 3 headphones i care about . i dont care for features only care about sound . ive been using 1more triple driver headphones & the 1 more quad driver earbuds
I've owned the HX's since may. Yes, the noise cancelling isn't on par as my previous airpods pro, but they make up for this with having a killer battery life, luxurious and timeless design and the sound quality is something else. Instrument seperation and clarity is top notch. The only annoyances I've had are I wish the earcups were a little deeper and wider and the touchpad doesn't always stop my music when i press it. And there is a blueooth delay when connected to my hp spectre, but on my iPhone and iPad there is no delay. So I think this is more a laptop issue tbh.
Great review. I am beginning to see how the build quality is a significant factor if you are choosing a headphone for a few years. No one wants to pay these amounts every year. For that reason, I am really looking to see how they compare to the Sennheiser Momentum 3 for sound quality. I think the ANC is the same or slightly better but I am intrigued to hear how you rate the sound quality.
I am more concerned with long-term wear and tear. I have had both Sony and Bose for years. I started with Bose and the leatherette broke down and I had to replace them. I went to Sony and now they are broken down. This is why I am watching reviews to see if anyone comments on the wear and tear of the lambskin.
Question: you mention the ANC detracts from the sound quality of the HX when on. Does this make them sound worse than the Sony or Bose? Or are they still better/more dynamic even with ANC on?
Had the same issue with the Bower and Wilkins PX a few years ago. Audio quality without ANC was great but took a soul crushing hit once enabled. Made the Sony XM3 at the time a better buy all round though a big step down in both quality and materials. Super disappointing as I just couldn’t enjoy them because of it. I’ve recently owned and subsequently sold the Sony XM3 and Sennheiser Momentum 3. I currently own the Bose 700 as I work from home and take a lot of calls. The mics on all these others are average at best.
What is most important to me is the noise cancelling especially for airplane travelling . My Bose 35 don’t cut out the plane motor and I have to wear earplugs. Are you able to advise?
Sorry, I totatally disagree that you have to do "a swipe for every step" for the volume on the Bose 700 (at 10:20 on the video). I was able to easily increase the volume 4-5 steps with a single upward swipe, and the smaller touch area made it easier to find the right spot. While watching this video I increased the volume on my Surface laptop from 62 to 80 in one swipe. On the B&O HX I found you had to run your finger around a full circle to increase the volume just one or two notches. You also have to be quite precise (although the very faint groove helps), in fact I was quite disappointed with it and looked through the app to see if there was a sensitivity setting somewhere (there isn't). The Bose is far more sensitive. Pausing also seems to be hit and miss on the B&O, but works every time on the Bose even though it requires a double tap. That's my experience anyway.
The Sony XM4s are overrated. The Sony XM3s had a more powerful sound. No matter how hard I try to adjust the equalizer on the Sony XM4s they just don't give me what I'm looking for. The headphones with the best equalizer has to be the Anker Soundcore QC30s. The equalizer is so good and so responsive. It's so detailed. You should be able to get the sound that you want anytime you want. And they're only $80. We spend $400 - $500 for some of these headphones and they're not even as good as the QC30s
XM4s do sound amazing when paired with an LDAC device (like Walkman or Xperia smartphone) with DSEE Extreme turned on. They sound clear and decently open (which surprised me when I tried them out), and I personally am fine with how the stock EQ sounds. But when paired with an iPhone (AAC) for example, nah the XM4s sound average, not much a step forward from the XM3s
Go for the XB900N, or wait for the next model. Either one is good enough for you. Edit: You can also go for the Skullcandy crusher anc or crusher 360. Those have head-rattling bass!
I own both the xb900n and Xm4. Apparently they look quite similar to each other, however the Xm4s are far more comfortable than the 900n. The headband of xb900n puts a lot of pressure at the top of my head which makes me quite uncomfortable.
XB900Ns have a heck ton of bass; way more so than the XM3s and XM4s. And I do feel the bass on the 900Ns drown out some mids and highs. 900Ns really depend on what music you listen to for them to shine.
@@bleyer7821 I dont speak natively english as well but I understand you perfectly... thank you very much for your advice, I'll wait for next sony's products.
Lamb-skin leather is extremely delicate and won't age good compared to good-quality leatherete, unless you are extremely careful with it: remove moisture/sweat, prevent sun at all costs, add special leather products every couple months, etc. More premium is not always more resistant. Replacing those premium pads will also come at a premium price 😄
So basically you‘re trying to tell to buy plastic because you’re too lazy to care for your headphones? It‘s ok, cause you’re not the target group in the first place.
@@MrAbhishekbharti Yes, bad quality fake leather, like the one from Bose, is terrible in terms of longevity; Bose apparently thinks earning extra money from replacement ear pads is better than earning trust from consumers.
i know this comentary is 2 years old, but for others: i have me H8 for several years now(6?7?8?) not sure when they came to market.. nearly daily use and put it in a backpack without any sleeve or something else all the time... and the lamb leather is still amazingly soft and no cracks or stuff at all... i every now and then clean them.. but no special treatment or products at all..they hold up amazingly good... soooo pls test things before, leading other people into a false direction ;)... you pay for what you get, the build quailty is after all those years great & and they of course got a bit of a used look, but the dont look like cracked and wornout headphones in plastic... the got some kind of patina and soul of all the time we spend together... still love them!
I have tested both Sony, Bose and B&O. For me B&O is a clear winner. Audio, comfort and design are just what I ask for in good headphones.
How loud are the B&O? I have sony 1000XM4 for comparison.
@@hdturbogixxer Unfortunately it is not loud enough compared to two others. Bose is the loudest.
@@hdturbogixxer Sony is the louder. Beautiful sound from the B&O, great clarity but the Sony seem to have more depth, a fuller, deeper sound. You wouldn't be disappointed with either though on their own.
I went with the HX. Yes the Bose kill it on ANC. But build quality and overall sound replication with Bluetooth 5.1 the B&O kill it. So damn sexy too
I tested the HX's at my local B&O store and I gotta say, after years of using the WH-XM3's, longevity is something I'm looking more for in my next pair of headphones. I've taken good care of those XM3's, and yet several plastic pieces from the headband have broken off from the bending from putting on / removing countless times, the extension detents just don't hold like they used to, and the earpads have been suddenly rapidly disintegrating. I think I sat down with the HX's for a good 15-20 minutes and was really impressed with the overall sound quality and slick, ease of use of their phone companion app. I never cared for the Sony app -- it's slow to load and recognize your headphones *every time* you open it. The B&O app does a little animation and it's good to go. I'm actually usually an open-back headphone user at home and TOO much ANC can actually make me feel paranoid about missing someone trying to get my attention. IMO I found the HX to block the most important bands of noise but I could still hear people which I actually prefer. I'm just about ready to retire these XM3's and I think the HX's are justifiable for the price for what I'm looking for.
better than airpods max 😂
@@ryuucorvin2300 It's not?
Sorry but I have to laugh. You say "after years of using the XM3's", but they were only introduced 4 years ago. That's the problem, they're not built to really last and it's a great indication of what a throwaway society we live in, but we really do need to start moving back towards not replacing things for the latest model every year.
Yeah, I have (had) a pair of AKG N60nc Wireless on-ear (with 3.5mm cable). I Love(ed) them for about 8 years...until one day I went in to the office, took them off and a co-worker pointed out that I had some black flaky stuff on my ears. That fake leather-look spray-on vinyl crap covering the ear pads was literally disintegrating. And the top cushion was as well. It became oily and sticky and really unwearable. The phones themselves still work fine, but it just goes to show you the difference in cost vs quality.
Those AKG phones were awesome, Bluetooth & wired, compact, great ANC, SUPERB freq. range, great sounding and comfortable. All ruined by cheaping out on the 'fit and finish'. THIS is why I'm willing to pay more for true quality materials used by brands such as B&O (real leather, lambskin, quality metals, etc.) Longevity of products is important to me. Some people would say "well...8 years is about what you'd expect, what's the big deal?" "Just get some new ones..." The point is, that a well & properly made pair of 'phones should last decades if properly taken care of. This applies to many other things as well (shoes!)...too many things go to the landfill far too soon.
im subbing just bc you did the 3 headphones i care about . i dont care for features only care about sound . ive been using 1more triple driver headphones & the 1 more quad driver earbuds
I've owned the HX's since may. Yes, the noise cancelling isn't on par as my previous airpods pro, but they make up for this with having a killer battery life, luxurious and timeless design and the sound quality is something else. Instrument seperation and clarity is top notch. The only annoyances I've had are I wish the earcups were a little deeper and wider and the touchpad doesn't always stop my music when i press it. And there is a blueooth delay when connected to my hp spectre, but on my iPhone and iPad there is no delay. So I think this is more a laptop issue tbh.
Fyi, I have the HP Spectre and I also have a slight delay with my Bose QC35's.
Great review.
I am beginning to see how the build quality is a significant factor if you are choosing a headphone for a few years. No one wants to pay these amounts every year.
For that reason, I am really looking to see how they compare to the Sennheiser Momentum 3 for sound quality. I think the ANC is the same or slightly better but I am intrigued to hear how you rate the sound quality.
3:36
"After your oils get soaked into them, they soften up."
Me: ew lmao 🤣
I am more concerned with long-term wear and tear. I have had both Sony and Bose for years. I started with Bose and the leatherette broke down and I had to replace them. I went to Sony and now they are broken down. This is why I am watching reviews to see if anyone comments on the wear and tear of the lambskin.
@@garygordon406 lambskin lasts for years and the naturals oils of your skin actually help to keep it in good condition
Not a fan of B&O HX noise cancellation. Could still hear a lot of noise from PA system, wind and motor when riding trains.
The Star Wars magazines feels a bit pushed. A clean desk would be better imo.
Hi. I wonder if you could make a sound comparison with the ANC as I think most people would actually be listening to them like this.
Question: you mention the ANC detracts from the sound quality of the HX when on. Does this make them sound worse than the Sony or Bose? Or are they still better/more dynamic even with ANC on?
Had the same issue with the Bower and Wilkins PX a few years ago. Audio quality without ANC was great but took a soul crushing hit once enabled. Made the Sony XM3 at the time a better buy all round though a big step down in both quality and materials. Super disappointing as I just couldn’t enjoy them because of it. I’ve recently owned and subsequently sold the Sony XM3 and Sennheiser Momentum 3. I currently own the Bose 700 as I work from home and take a lot of calls. The mics on all these others are average at best.
the anc simulation is unique and great!
Hi, really great review, do you think B&O is good suited to listen to classical music?
Amazing review, just meet your channel and you are really good!,
I have a bestbuy gift card with 600 left on it, but I cant find them in the timber color!
What cap is that
What I'm most curious about is,
Does HX have better sound quality than H9?
Which generation h9's?
@@jamieagilmartin 3rd gen
Can you compare the bangs with the px7
wich one is better this or the bowers and wilkins px7?
What is most important to me is the noise cancelling especially for airplane travelling . My Bose 35 don’t cut out the plane motor and I have to wear earplugs. Are you able to advise?
if very good noice cancelling, bose 700, bose 45, sony xm4
Good comparison so far
Sorry, I totatally disagree that you have to do "a swipe for every step" for the volume on the Bose 700 (at 10:20 on the video). I was able to easily increase the volume 4-5 steps with a single upward swipe, and the smaller touch area made it easier to find the right spot. While watching this video I increased the volume on my Surface laptop from 62 to 80 in one swipe.
On the B&O HX I found you had to run your finger around a full circle to increase the volume just one or two notches. You also have to be quite precise (although the very faint groove helps), in fact I was quite disappointed with it and looked through the app to see if there was a sensitivity setting somewhere (there isn't). The Bose is far more sensitive. Pausing also seems to be hit and miss on the B&O, but works every time on the Bose even though it requires a double tap. That's my experience anyway.
Which sounds better with ANC active?
can you do Dali io-4 vs Beoplay H4 please?
The Sony XM4s are overrated. The Sony XM3s had a more powerful sound. No matter how hard I try to adjust the equalizer on the Sony XM4s they just don't give me what I'm looking for. The headphones with the best equalizer has to be the Anker Soundcore QC30s. The equalizer is so good and so responsive. It's so detailed. You should be able to get the sound that you want anytime you want. And they're only $80. We spend $400 - $500 for some of these headphones and they're not even as good as the QC30s
XM4s do sound amazing when paired with an LDAC device (like Walkman or Xperia smartphone) with DSEE Extreme turned on. They sound clear and decently open (which surprised me when I tried them out), and I personally am fine with how the stock EQ sounds. But when paired with an iPhone (AAC) for example, nah the XM4s sound average, not much a step forward from the XM3s
I definitely agree. OudioOne headphones sound really good, and there less then $100
I found that the Sony has depleper bass with anc on. And it gets a bit louder.
Deeper?
Round earpads = dealbreaker
Bro charge 5 is released😋we want review and camparison to cahrge 4
This video makes me like the airpods max alot more. I am surprised that people aren't freaking out about 500 for the HX ?
at the moment, they cost 350€ = 380 $ in Denmark
@@Kats072307its a bargain
The price winner is the sony
I just bought the HX and I am returning it----the ANC on it is terrible----so so disappointed.
Please can you do the house of marley exodus anc
💪
I own a Sony wh-1000xm3 and I want another Bluetooth headphone focus only on bass. I was thinking in the wh-xb900n. Can somebody give some advices?
Better wait for next XB model headphones. They probably reveal them in this summer. Sorry if I wrote something wrong, I'm still learning English
Go for the XB900N, or wait for the next model. Either one is good enough for you.
Edit: You can also go for the Skullcandy crusher anc or crusher 360. Those have head-rattling bass!
I own both the xb900n and Xm4. Apparently they look quite similar to each other, however the Xm4s are far more comfortable than the 900n. The headband of xb900n puts a lot of pressure at the top of my head which makes me quite uncomfortable.
XB900Ns have a heck ton of bass; way more so than the XM3s and XM4s. And I do feel the bass on the 900Ns drown out some mids and highs. 900Ns really depend on what music you listen to for them to shine.
@@bleyer7821 I dont speak natively english as well but I understand you perfectly... thank you very much for your advice, I'll wait for next sony's products.
Sony all the way...🤙
Why?
If someone speaks to you, you take your earphones OFF!
I use bose qc 2 gaming headset and Sony xm4. I'm not rich. My secret is I don't have any kids or a wife.
Lamb-skin leather is extremely delicate and won't age good compared to good-quality leatherete, unless you are extremely careful with it: remove moisture/sweat, prevent sun at all costs, add special leather products every couple months, etc. More premium is not always more resistant. Replacing those premium pads will also come at a premium price 😄
So basically you‘re trying to tell to buy plastic because you’re too lazy to care for your headphones? It‘s ok, cause you’re not the target group in the first place.
I have been using b&o h4 for 4 years a, it as become dark still intact as compared to bose whose ear-cup is torn away
@@MrAbhishekbharti Yes, bad quality fake leather, like the one from Bose, is terrible in terms of longevity; Bose apparently thinks earning extra money from replacement ear pads is better than earning trust from consumers.
i know this comentary is 2 years old, but for others: i have me H8 for several years now(6?7?8?) not sure when they came to market.. nearly daily use and put it in a backpack without any sleeve or something else all the time... and the lamb leather is still amazingly soft and no cracks or stuff at all... i every now and then clean them.. but no special treatment or products at all..they hold up amazingly good... soooo pls test things before, leading other people into a false direction ;)... you pay for what you get, the build quailty is after all those years great & and they of course got a bit of a used look, but the dont look like cracked and wornout headphones in plastic... the got some kind of patina and soul of all the time we spend together... still love them!
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b&o sucks. Okay the best build quality but anc sucks,last volume music sucks,soundstage sucks...