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Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones - Over/On Ear Like new condition: Slightly used, purchased in Nov at JB HiFi as per the receipt. I will provide the receipt Condition: As New / Mint Payment Method: Bank Transfer or PayPal Friend Region/State: (SA) South Australia/Australia By p.laver 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $400 Date: January 6, 20251 yr
This A$400 asking price for a like-new Sony WH-1000XM5 is ambitious, sitting well above your database median of A$302 and exceeding the 75th percentile of A$349. While external listings for used units occasionally hit A$372–A$400, that premium only justifies itself if the condition is truly pristine and accessories are complete; otherwise, you are paying at the top of the market rather than securing a bargain.
The WH-1000XM5 remains a top-tier choice for its industry-leading noise cancellation, exceptional 30-hour battery life with ANC on, and superior call quality. If this listing genuinely offers original-owner condition with the full case and cable included, it represents a solid buying opportunity for someone who prioritizes silence and comfort over saving a few dollars. However, if any accessories are missing or the “like-new” claim is shaky, the price becomes hard to defend against the A$285–A$302 sweet spot.
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Sony emerged from the ruins of post-World War II Japan, founded on May 7, 1946, by Masaru Ibuka and Akio Morita as Tokyo Tsushin Kogyo K.K. in Tokyo's Nihonbashi district. Starting with radio repairs and Japan's first magnetic tape recorder, the duo secured transistor licensing from Bell Labs, pioneering the TR-55 transistor radio in 1955. Renamed Sony Corporation in 1958—from the Latin "sonus" for sound—the brand symbolized Japan's ascent from cheap imitations to innovative leadership, fueled by Ibuka's engineering prowess and Morita's global marketing vision.
Sony's hi-fi legacy spans headphones, amplifiers, speakers, turntables, and DACs, alongside landmark formats like the Compact Disc in 1982 and Blu-ray. Iconic products include the Walkman for portable audio revolution and Trinitron televisions, blending consumer accessibility with cutting-edge tech. Today, offerings like the Signature Series headphones and ES amplifiers target discerning listeners seeking refined soundstaging and dynamic range.
Positioned as a mid-to-high-end powerhouse, Sony commands respect among knowledgeable buyers for blending mass-market reliability with premium performance, outpacing many pure audiophile brands in innovation and value. Far from vintage relic or niche boutique, it dominates with forward-thinking engineering, holding strong market share in headphones and streaming ecosystems.
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