As you can see, the earcups are the only real indicator that I've been using these heavily over the past six years. They went from daily to every other day, then back to daily and do on. Used them at work, then began using them at home more until I got my first pair of IEMs, then they stayed at home but I used them while working, writing, or just enjoying them while playing games or watching a show or etc.
I'm very impressed they've lasted so well! I bought them in 2017 but now there seems to be an issue with the connection of the right driver. It could be wiring, but I'm afraid to take it apart before I source a new pair.
There's a fuzzing, staticky type noise coming from the right ear, whether they're plugged in with the included cable or on Bluetooth.
Is it worth it to replace them with another pair of WH1000-XM(insert number here) or should I consider other brands? Please bear in mind that I am not in the US or EU and there is absolutely no return policy, nor can I order from Amazon or random Chinese stores as import taxes are unreasonable.
Thank you and happy listening!
My opinion is that if you were okay with the sound quality of the xm2 then the xm4 should be fine (because it's exactly the same sound pretty much maybe a little better). Yes, I've owned both.
Thank you for your recommendation!
I have a pair of XM4s that have become unusable after 2 years due to an ANC mic problem.
Something is causing a lot of feedback in the mic that is causing the headphones to emit a horribly loud and high pitched screeching sound. You can of course turn the ANC off but the headphones always start with them on.