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Sony INZONE Buds

Works on Windows and PS5, with a mute control and sidetone so you hear yourself.

EarbudsNoise-cancelling wireless earbuds with a USB-C dongle for a Windows PC or PS5

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Platform connections

“Works” means the maker lists that platform for the connection shown; “Maker doesn't say” means it doesn't mention it either way. On a headset, it also depends on the edition you pick.

Sony INZONE Buds: how it connects and what you can adjust

Over the cable

  1. Sony INZONE Buds microphone
  2. Its USB cable
  3. Mic input on your PC or console
  4. Game chat
Connections
2.4 GHz USB-C transceiver (PC or PS5/MOBILE switch) · Bluetooth LE Audio only (LC3)
Mute
Hold the left touch sensor to turn the mics on or off
Hear yourself
Sidetone, with its level set in INZONE Hub on Windows

Choose it if…

  • You want game sound and voice chat in earbuds, not over your ears.
  • You want to hear your own voice through headphones while you play.
  • You want a wearable microphone rather than a separate desk stand or arm.

Before choosing this model

  • Its Bluetooth is LE Audio only: Sony says a phone without LE Audio gets no sound over Bluetooth, and that includes iPhones.
  • The USB-C transceiver and Bluetooth can't play at the same time.
  • Sony says to plug the transceiver into a USB-C port on a computer, not into a USB-A adapter or a hub.
  • Sony lists no Xbox or Switch route.
  • Mic level, sidetone and EQ are set in INZONE Hub, which runs only on Windows.
  • A USB plug doesn't mean it works on a console: check which platforms its maker lists on this page.
  • No stand or arm needed: the mics are in the earbuds.
  • Use the cable in the box; you only need an adapter if your computer lacks that port.

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Controls and specifications

Windows PC · PS5 · USB-C Android phones (transceiver) · LE Audio Android phones. Software: INZONE Hub on Windows 10 or later (64-bit): mic level, sidetone, auto gain, mic test, EQ, firmware.

Connections, controls and fit
Connections 2.4 GHz USB-C transceiver (PC or PS5/MOBILE switch) · Bluetooth LE Audio only (LC3)
Microphone mute Hold the left touch sensor to turn the mics on or off
Monitoring Sidetone, with its level set in INZONE Hub on Windows
Chat controls mics on/off: hold the left touch sensor · volume: tap or hold the right touch sensor · noise cancelling or ambient sound: tap the left touch sensor · game/chat balance on PC and PS5 (assignable)
Mounts Not listed by the maker
Dimensions Not listed by the maker
In the box and parts
Included parts Earbuds (left and right) · Charging case · USB-C transceiver YY2980 · USB-A to USB-C cable · Ear tips SS, S, M and LL (2 of each)
Additional parts Depends on how you connect it and the headphones you use.
Manufacturer specifications for Sony INZONE Buds.
Compatibility the maker lists Windows PC and PS5 through the USB-C transceiver; LE Audio Android phones over Bluetooth; Sony says iPhone isn't supported through the transceiver
Connections 2.4 GHz USB-C transceiver with a PC / PS5 switch; Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3) only; one connection at a time
Microphone Built-in mics in the left and right buds; no boom
Drivers Dynamic, 0.33 in
Weight About 6.5 g per bud (6.7 g Glass Purple); case about 50 g
Controls Touch sensors: hold left for mics on/off, tap left for noise cancelling or ambient sound, right for volume; reassignable in INZONE Hub
Software INZONE Hub on Windows 10 or later (64-bit) over the transceiver
Water resistance Buds IPX4 equivalent; the case and transceiver are not water resistant

Questions about the Sony INZONE Buds

Can I hear myself through the Sony INZONE Buds?

Its maker lists: Sidetone, with its level set in INZONE Hub on Windows.

Does the Sony INZONE Buds work on PS5?

Yes, Sony documents it. Pick it in the console's microphone settings and check the level before joining a party.

Set it up for game chat.

  1. Connect the parts shown in the diagram. If you use XLR, connect the microphone to the interface before selecting it in your app.

  2. Choose the intended input in the operating system. Run the Discord input check or use your console’s microphone test.

  3. Check speaking level and mute with headphones on. Change only one gain, sensitivity or suppression control between tests.

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