Xperia 1 VII | Ultra-wide | Long Battery Life | AI | Smartphones

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Audio

Higher sound quality with WALKMAN® DNA

The high-performance audio integrated circuit and redesigned signal pathways were developed in collaboration with WALKMAN® engineers, for unparalleled sound quality. Enjoy precise sound image localization and incredible resolution, for an auditory experience you could never before imagine from a smartphone⁰.

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High-quality components for the best Xperia sound ever⁰

By using the same grade of high-quality components as our WALKMAN® line and adopting our proprietary high-quality solder containing gold on the audio jack section, transmission loss is thoroughly minimized, reproducing a dynamic sense of stage and scale. Fine sound resistors with non-magnetic copper plating help eliminate sound distortion from magnetic interference. It all adds up to smooth, transparent, and rich sound for music.

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Improved wired headphone sound quality

The Xperia 1 VII features a premium-grade audio integrated circuit that delivers intensely detailed and expansive sound. Every note sounds crystal clear, providing you with a harmonious and pleasant listening experience.

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Revitalise your sound with AI

Our high-precision AI upscaling technology, DSEE Ultimate™, was uniquely developed in collaboration with Sony Music. Everything you listen to, from on-device tracks to streaming⁰, wired or wireless, is upscaled to restore resolution lost in compression, for near High-Resolution Audio quality¹².

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Hear the sound the artist intended

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The Xperia 1 VII supports High-Resolution Audio from both streaming services and local playback, with exceptional wired output and industry-leading LDAC™ wireless⁰.

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Experience wrap-around realism and three-dimensional music in 360 Reality Audio or Dolby Atmos® formats⁰¹ from compatible streaming services, for headphones and Full-stage stereo speakers.

Unprecedented quality and power with new Full-stage stereo speakers

Our unique Full-stage stereo speakers are engineered to deliver a realistic sense of presence, featuring an expansive soundstage and true-to-life natural tone. In collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment, we have further improved our sound tuning, achieving extended treble and up to 10%⁰ richer mid-bass¹.

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Sound creation in collaboration with Sony Music Entertainment

We collaborate with Sony Music on music reproduction and sound creation, ensuring you can enjoy music as intended by creators. Michael Piacentini is a sound engineer at Battery Studios, a Sony Music production facility specialising in immersive mixing and mastering. He has been involved in the production of many 360 Reality Audio mixes for artists such as The Chainsmokers and others.

Stable wireless connections even in crowded places

The Bluetooth® transmission power is up to twice⁰ that of previous models, offering enhanced reliability for connection even in crowded environments.

The highest audio standards⁰

Xperia supports many audio industry technologies and formats, including High-Resolution Audio, High-Resolution Audio Wireless, LDAC™, Bluetooth®⁰ LE Audio, Snapdragon Sound¹, 360 Reality Audio² and Dolby Atmos®³.