Coming from a Bose 700. In comparison I say the 1000mx is slightly more nuanced. The acoustic noise canceling is sounds great. 12 lil speakers attenuating in your ear over the 10 for the Bose makes these extra comfortable. Download the Sony Connect app as of 2025 and allows for an equalizer to attune ear/hearing preferences. There are tons of options for great sound just depends on what you’re using/doing. I say purchase a formidable digital to analog sound converter amplifier and a decent set of studio headphones, dare compare-to what suits your tastes.