Sony Electronics Introduces WH-1000XM4C (M4 2nd Gen) Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones and Updates Popular Mid- and Entry-Level Wireless Headphones with WH-CH730N and WH-CH530 PR Newswire SAN DIEGO, Sept. 7, 2026 Sony strengthens its wireless headphone portfolio with premium, mid-range, and entry-level options designed for music, travel, work, and everyday listening alongside a special Sony x Hello Kitty collaboration. The WH-1000XM4C is based on the popular WH-1000XM4 offering Sony's legendary 1000X Series noise cancelling and premium sound performance, now with a new lavender color option. WH-CH730N wireless headphones deliver great sound quality paired with effective noise cancelling, now with a lightweight and foldable design, improved call quality, and longer battery life from its predecessor.
WH-CH530 is available in six playful colors to match any style, combining lightweight comfort, longer battery life, and improved call quality for everyday wireless listening. Masaaki Hori, Vice President of personal entertainment, Sony Electronics said: "The release of the WH-1000XM4C reflects continued consumer interest in a headphone model recognized globally for its combination of noise cancelling performance, sound quality, and comfort. Alongside the WH-CH730N and WH-CH530, as well as the recently announced 1000X THE COLLEXION and acclaimed WH-1000XM6, the WH-1000XM4C further strengthens our wireless headphone lineup, giving consumers a clear range of choices designed to meet different needs and budgets." Key features in detail: WH-1000XM4C: Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones with 1000X Series legendary noise cancelling and premium sound performance.
Features include a 10-band equalizer, lavender, black, and platinum silver color options, and improved sound tuning for modern listening preferences. WH-CH730N: Everyday Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones with a foldable design, improved call quality, and longer battery life. WH-CH530: Playful Entry-Level Wireless Headphones with six playful colors, lightweight design, and improved battery life.
Pricing and availability: WH-1000XM4C ($299.99 USD / $429.99 CAD) available in Black, Platinum Silver, and Lavender. WH-CH730N ($179.99 USD / $249.99 CAD) available in Black, White, Pink, Blue, and Oat. WH-CH530 ($69.99 USD / $99.99 CAD) available in Black, Cobalt, White, Pink, Coral, and Mint.
Source: Morningstar
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