Hey All long time user.
Thought i would share this sony xm5 deal at JB HiFi, seems too good to be true. Proabably a pricing error with their deal of the xm4 but worth a shot/try your luck. Make sure to use the discount code.
Unfortunately I bought mine full retail price :( earlier last week. So i have not tried.
Technically not much difference between xm4 & 5 but i really like the look of Xm5 as compared to the previous gen models
Copped it 😊
Decidedly worth the mental amguish of waking up to an apology email, thanks op :^]
These are a giant step down in design. They cant twist and fold flat like the old ones. If you actually commute with something like this, it can't fold neatly into a laptop bag at either end. On the plus side the previous, superior, models now cheaper.
And neither have aptX like the XM3s, so they really keep getting worse IMO. I still rate the XM3s, hard to find now. All it's really missing is dual connection but the newer versions can't do LDAC with dual connection anyway so it's no great loss.
I have the xm3 but one of the main benefit for sony products is being able to use ldac instead of qualcomm aptx. Both have similar latency and power consumption so use ldac everytime. And literally every phone since android 8/9 has ldac support so unless you're using an old dinosaur, aptx has no benefit to you.
I use LDAC on my phone but also use devices other than phones, such as bluetooth transmitter for TV, stereo, game consoles etc. Most bluetooth transmitters don't support LDAC, unless you get an expensive one like the Fiio BTA30. LDAC is amazing for HD audio but aptX does have lower latency for watching TV, playing games etc. The reason I like the XM3s is you have the option for both, which was removed in the XM4 and XM5s for licensing reasons, Sony just didn't want to pay Qualcomm for it anymore.
Each to their own, Plenty of reviews videos articles with the pros and cons of both.
The conclusion is the xm5 are improved in sound (more natural) and microphonics, the materials feel slightly cheaper (recycled etc), bit lighter, but not really much in it, about 15% better. Up to the individual which style they like, foldable or lay flat (bit more delicate but the case is still good and doesn't really take up much more room as flatter. Depends how rough you are and if you use the case.
If you want a bit better sound look at the
Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S2, fairly expensive though and some features dont work as well as the Sony.
"doesn't really take up much more room as flatter"
I'm sorry, but this is unmitigated bullshit. Particularly with a case. The earphones on the earlier versions don't just rotate flat, they fold inwards and are almost contained in the U-footprint of the headband itself. See https://i.insider.com/5f34146ade1e967aa56fdb61 , which isn't as compact as the 4's get (you can lay them over each other a bit) and doesn't give the true sense of depth scale. It's less than half the space, perfect for a laptop side pocket.
Microphonics isn't an issue. They don't rub on anything.
Mate I've had both.
Microphones - referring to better call quality.
They don't roll into a ball but fold down nicely. the xm5 are fine for the drawer at work sitting in the case. It's pretty protective too if travelling.
Just get whatever suits, .
@G-rig: Except you said microphonics, which today you learned, has a specific meaning in the world of audio. Go see!
Travelling? Yes. The one thing I want to do when travelling is have a device that takes up several more cubic metres of precious bag space than it needs to.
@[Deactivated]: Ok pal ..
Why you angry, just get the xm4 then. Neither are audiophile headphones.
No idea, Plenty of in ears that take up way less space..
@G-rig: I'm not angry. I don't have an emotional investment in you being wrong. There aren't any in-ears that are even as remotely as effective at noise cancelling, I've found. Though with some of the custom foam comply tips, they come close.
My gift card is not applying :(
Thanks op, bought one. Never needed the folding of my current headphones so these should be a great upgrade.
2885 clicks! thats lots of headphones
Id say they sell 10% of clicks though
Even less, I'd say. I've clicked on it umming and ahhhing at least 15 times by now 😅
i see. i am not sure why i bought these! lol. i thought most people r like me.
@s26f84: Seeing the hype, I’d reckon one could even make a little profit by reselling these if they wanted to..
12000+ now
Just in time. Need a headphone to travel with, thanks OP!
Thank you:)
Bought it, will now sell my AirPods Max on marketplace :)
Bought it with no need for it 😉
Like a true ozbargainer that you are.
Can I make you an offer? 🤣
A true ozbargainer would save 100% not 20% and be too tight to buy it.
Gave in altho i need earbuds
Yeah I bought these and AirPod pros. Returning the Sony. AirPods just as good sound wise, amazing bass, better noise cancellation and microphone imo. Plus prefer the form factor over having to carry and wear headphones.
I prefer to keep my ears warm during the winter.
My goodness … this is the best deal … you will never find this deal … I hav e noticed it works only for black colour headphone not for gold colour but happy with it . Order has been placed … can’t wait to collect .
They don't do a gold - black or white.
Black or silver.
Yeah whatever it is it's not gold ha.
He's probably thinking of the XM4.
Was waiting for Airpod max to go on sale.. but even on sale I can't justify twice the price.. Bought & hopefully picking up tomorrow if not over-sold.. Noticed pickup locations quickly disappearing in WA 😬
Thank you!
cheers
Great find! But I already have the xm4. If it was the momentum 4s I'd by it in a second.
I have the momentum 4. Sound is beautiful but noice cancellation is a big step down. I’m looking at going back to the xm5s.
Proper review here between XM4 and XM5. I already have XM4 and was about to impulse purchase the XM5 at 4.48am! I backed out
https://www.rtings.com/headphones/tools/compare/sony-wh-1000…
Dam u bought these during black Friday sale for $400 and thought that was a steal
Buy another and return the unopened one that you bought for $400
Same here - kicking myself I didn’t jump on this earlier but then I would have to return the eBsy ones still unopened. Ok so I lost $50 this time round - I’ll pick it up on another deal. But you sort of hate your self but when retail is still $499 or higher for the MX5 anyone who got them for $400 or less got a great deal. I suspect they will be back on sale sometime after Boxing Day but $350 seems way too cheap. I now have MX4 and MX5 but since haven’t opened MX5 dunno what to do. MX4 we’re fine for what I wanted.
But can’t find any H/P which support aptX HD and that’s supposed be the best out. Momentum 4 had it but none of the cheaper Sennheiser have it. There’s a massive list on Qualcomm’s site but more ear buds than H/P.
Anyone else help for next time this deal hits and should I return my $400 XM5 for the hope that someone discounts to $360 or just live with it?
Thanks.
Bought. Now thinking if I should keep it.
Discount code is not working for me.
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I just opened the jbhifi website added one to cart. Added the discount code copy pasted it.
You are only allowed one though.
Yes that is what I did. Let me try a different browser.
Great. It worked! I tried it again with the same browser and removed my previous order. 🙃
I got it free because I have $3k in JB gift cards. 🎁
Assuming you paid for the gift cards and they didn't appear out of thin air, you got the headphones for however much you paid for the gift cards.
@dogsryummy: Nopw. I DID not pay for the gift cards. It was gotten through CC points i accumulated over two years.
My order did a weird thing - the payment page refreshed at one stage with the code missing. I had to reapply. Pretty dodgy JB!
Legend OP. Snapped these up.
@Saver-au
You can refund the price difference if you bought yours at jbhifi.
Cheers op. 😊
Just received the order ready for collection email few seconds ago!
Seems like a worse design than xm4 I’ll pass
Cheers OP.
Just bought one, still dunno why?
That’s the power of the upvote in play.
FOMO is real.
Just impulse bought these but they dont zeem like an upgrade atleast on paper, probably going to be xm4s for under 200 not too far away?
Thanks OP, awesome price - paid $405 (plus $10 postage) less than two months ago from TGG.
Sold XM4 for $270.
Have put in a 28d price protection claim :P
Don't need it but bought it anyways.
Click and Collect confirmed. I already brought a pair for myself wife was jealous she now has a Chrissy present.
I picked mine up.
XM5 less battery life (-10hrs!) but better for phone calls and can't fold them. Gone for the xm5 because of phonecalls.
Battery 30h plus on mine, listening to music. Plenty of cheaper better options around if only want to make phone calls. Jabra Evolve / Elite etc.
@moleski - 350$ is a steal considering RRP $550 or thereabouts. inflation is also a factor.
There is a lot more tech in the current headphones (noise cancelling microphonics etc) than your 10yo dumb pair of Sony DJ headphones).
I remember the days when the Sony headphones regular RRP was $350, now it's a "steal" price. What a shame
For those who have ears, consider trying these on before buying :) When you compare the QC45 and these side by side it's as though the Sony designers forgot that ears stick out, the ear cups are very shallow and not angled like the Bose headphones
For those who have ears
You cut them off van Gogh style silly.
Looks like the Christmas sale have started. I wouldn't be fearing missing out this deal. There will be more discounts coming.
They won't be cheaper than this! Do it.
this is hard to resist…i don't need it but at this price i want it…
Yeah, xm4 should be $150
Nabbed it! Thanks for sharing :)
Hope the cops arent after you.
Worth the bond
Thanks OP! What a great deal with the code. Bought a pair to upgrade my XM3.
I bought these and I'm deaf
The ultimate flex.
I guess that will prevent random people assuming you can hear them?
Just got confirmation my click and collect is ready. Looks legit so far.
Same. heading there soon.
Bought at 4am last night, ready for pickup today! Let's see how it goes.
White or black??
Only black on sale.
Porque los nos dos?
I've just bought BOSE 700 on black Friday day, and I don't need another pair, but just bought it as OZbargainer.
I still have the MX4 and they’re awesome for audio. Microphone was the only let down
How to use this code in store? Just tell the sales ?
Just show them the cart i guess.
Mine is ready for pickup too. Thanks op.
No aptx. Going to cancel my pickup
Got an android phone?
Sony's DLAC is better.
I wouldn't get Apple headphones with an android phone either for example
Nice
Pity it's only for the black version.. the gf is adamant she's only keen on the grey version :(
Great deal but I'm still happy with my XM4s
Annoying that the case is larger!
It had to be because it dont fold.
Like, I really, really don't need this. But…..