Review: Sennheiser's Momentum True Wireless 4

• Published date: 07 May 2024
• Author: TZAHI HOFFMAN
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

Design and Control: Momentum True Wireless 4 - Identical and Comfortable Design

The appearance of the MTW 4 remains the same as the previous generation, with slight differences in the case, the logo embossed in silver instead of white, and the fabric surrounding the carrying case appearing a bit darker. Other than that, we get the same comfortable design of the headphones. It features a rectangular external structure with rounded corners and rubber straps with a delicate sapphire structure, ensuring more stability in the ears.

The headphone's water resistance has improved, now coming with an IP54 standard instead of IPX4, meaning they are still protected to the same extent against moisture, but now also have dust protection. The carrying case remains the same size-wise, which means it's still large. Those who, like me, tend to keep the case in their pocket while using them on the go, might find it slightly less convenient.

Sound and Calls: Momentum True Wireless 4 - High-Quality Immersive Sound

Sennheiser has packed these headphones with a variety of technologies: updated Bluetooth 5.4, simultaneous connection to two devices, Qualcomm's S5 Sound Gen 2 platform allowing support for Snapdragon Sound technology featuring lossless audio. Such sound quality is available in some streaming services like Apple Music (not on Spotify). This enables you to enjoy high-quality sound and make the most of your headphones.

It's worth mentioning that the headphones also support codecs like aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive Audio (the latter codec provides better stability in crowded places with wireless devices and lower latency). Additionally, they include low latency support, useful for gaming.

Sennheiser plans to add support for Bluetooth LE with LC3 via firmware update, enhancing power efficiency while maintaining sound quality. Another feature to be added is Auracast, allowing connection to public audio devices, like a TV in a doctor's waiting room. In terms of sound...