Sony are among the most famous dryers in the world. These headphones have gained the trust of customers based on their quality sound as well as quality.
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This brand tries to have the latest technologies in its headphones, including the DSEE HX. If you’re wondering, What is DSEE HX on Sony headphones? or how it will affect the sound of your headphones, this article has all the answers to your questions.
What is DSEE Technology?
DSEE stands for digital sound enhancement engine. It’s a Sony technology designed to upscale compressed audio files like MP3s to high resolution quality.
When audio files are compressed, some of the finer details are lost. DSEE works to restore these details. You can see this in the image below how the lost sound was restored. Do you know what drivers are in headphones? If you don’t know the answer see my article about it.
How Does DSEE Work?
This feature works on the principle of analyzing and improving the file.
When audio is compressed it loses quality which is why an MP3 for example, takes up little space on our storage. However DSEE restores the quality of the file and restores the missing frequencies. So we will have an improvement in details such as vocals or sound effects, which will give you better sound quality. In the image below we see how the high frequencies have been restored.
Types of DSEE
Sony has developed different versions of DSEE technology to meet different needs. Let’s explore the types:
DSEE HX
This is the version most commonly found in Sony headphones. It focuses on upscaling compressed audio files to high-resolution quality.
DSEE Extreme
A more advanced version DSEE Extreme uses artificial intelligence to analyze audio in real time and dynamically upscale it. This technology is tailored for modern headphones, such as the Sony WH-1000XM series.
Standard DSEE
Found in older models, this version provides basic audio enhancement, focusing on restoring compressed audio, but without the advanced features of HX or Extreme.
Can I Use DSEE and Equalizer Simultaneously?
Unfortunately, in most Sony headphones you cannot use DSEE and EQ at the same time. Activating the equalizer usually disables DSEE, as both functions process sound in different ways. If you prefer a clearer, more natural sound, DSEE might be a better choice. However, if you prefer to customize your audio profile, the equalizer is your tool. Speaking of EQ, check out my article about what the EQ button on headphones means.
Conclusion
This technology is certainly a miracle as it restores some old files to their former glory so that you can enjoy your old hits as if they were just recorded with all the effects and vocals.
FAQ
What effect does DSEE have on battery life?
Using DSEE may reduce battery life slightly as the technology requires additional processing power.
Should you turn off Sony DSEE?
If you’re listening to high-resolution audio files, DSEE may not make a noticeable difference and could be turned off to save battery.