Sony WF-1000XM4 Impressions Thread
Jan 12, 2022 at 10:32 AM Post #2,041 of 2,999
Listening to a Twitch music stream last night, I actually wanted to turn up the bass. I haven't listened to anything from my own library yet, but hope the low end & warm mids haven't completely gone away.

Can't please everyone!
 
Jan 12, 2022 at 10:44 AM Post #2,042 of 2,999
So there's noway to get the sound the same with ANC or ambient turned on or off?
Probably only what you can manage via eq. I essentially only use them with anc on, only if I’m using them outside in wind I turn anc off. Ambient I only use while holding on the touchpad for short noticed, have completely removed it from the left bud tap sequence
 
Jan 12, 2022 at 11:59 AM Post #2,043 of 2,999
Seems to be a bit brighter. To get fairly close to what I hear from my FiiO FD5 (which is open) and Lotoo S2 (I just got the DAC/amp dongle for my iPhone), I'm trying out this equalizer setting (ANC on) (with SpinFit CP360 tips):

Clear Bass: 0
400: 0
1K: +2
2.5K: +4
6.3K: +5
16K: +3
 
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Jan 12, 2022 at 12:50 PM Post #2,045 of 2,999
is there any way to downgrade the firmware?, the sound quality is worse on 1.3.3, metallic trebles, less rumble on the sub bass, and not to mention the bass texture is awful now.
 
Jan 12, 2022 at 12:51 PM Post #2,046 of 2,999
is there any way to downgrade the firmware?, the sound quality is worse on 1.3.3, metallic trebles, less rumble on the sub bass, and not to mention the bass texture is awful now.
Not that I know of
 
Jan 12, 2022 at 1:38 PM Post #2,047 of 2,999
I just did it and it took about 30 minutes to download to my phone and then about 1 minute to update the buds. No idea how big it is
+1
 
Jan 12, 2022 at 10:55 PM Post #2,048 of 2,999
Did anybody try restoring their Headphone Connect backup? I did the restore after messing around with EQ and not getting a sound I really liked. It is hard to say, but I think it did good for the bass (music seems fuller) while keeping the new treble. I did all my test listening with NW-ZX507 / Walkman player app. I guess it can't hurt to try a restore and see what happens.
 
Jan 13, 2022 at 4:50 AM Post #2,049 of 2,999
Did anybody try restoring their Headphone Connect backup? I did the restore after messing around with EQ and not getting a sound I really liked. It is hard to say, but I think it did good for the bass (music seems fuller) while keeping the new treble. I did all my test listening with NW-ZX507 / Walkman player app. I guess it can't hurt to try a restore and see what happens.
If your question is related to the previous one about downgrading the firmware, Headphone Connect backup will not be of use. It only restores settings on the headphones. The firmware update is irreversible, even if you factory reset.

Edit: manual extract
 

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Jan 13, 2022 at 5:19 AM Post #2,050 of 2,999
Do you guys hears artifacts/ringing on the upper frequencies on 1.3.3 (AAC/LDAC)?, cause I hear it on a lot of my favourite tracks
 
Jan 13, 2022 at 6:29 AM Post #2,051 of 2,999
If your question is related to the previous one about downgrading the firmware, Headphone Connect backup will not be of use. It only restores settings on the headphones. The firmware update is irreversible, even if you factory reset.

Edit: manual extract
Nope, not concerned with downgrading the firmware.
 
Jan 13, 2022 at 3:14 PM Post #2,052 of 2,999
I feel quite comfortable with the size L of the stock tips.

I would also like to try Spinfit CP360. Better to take M/L or L/XL?

In Europe only audioheavenstore sells them or do you know other shops?
 
Jan 13, 2022 at 4:21 PM Post #2,054 of 2,999
I feel quite comfortable with the size L of the stock tips.

I would also like to try Spinfit CP360. Better to take M/L or L/XL?

In Europe only audioheavenstore sells them or do you know other shops?

I used L stock tips but I’ve found I’ve needed XL on the CP360

I was able to get the L/XL shipped from Amazon.com a couple of weeks ago with import fees paid up front
 
Jan 13, 2022 at 4:25 PM Post #2,055 of 2,999
Anyone wear the WF-1000XM4 under a full-face moto helmet? I can get my helmet on with Air Pod Pros, but taking the helmet off results in them always being pulled out by the pads. The WF still look bulky, but possibly round enough to slide better?

Other suggestions for wireless anc would be welcome also. The APP work great on the road, but sucks trying to find them on the road at a gas stop.
 

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