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Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Canceling Closed Back Over-Ear Headphones, Black

SKU: SOWH1000XM6B MFR: WH-1000XM6 / B
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Key Features

  • Experience superior sound quality with these Sony wireless headphones.
  • Enjoy all-day comfort with the ergonomic, over-ear design of these headphones.
  • Immerse yourself in music with industry-leading noise cancelling technology.
  • Stay connected with Bluetooth connectivity for seamless pairing with devices.
  • Power through your day with up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge.
  • Take calls with crystal-clear clarity using the built-in microphone feature.
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2025-06-30T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Easy to use, amazing features

I am impressed of the easiness of volume control to the level you want and how much features that you can control such as noise canceling levels.

leey13

2025-06-25T20:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Disappointed, I can still hear most outside noises

I think these are overpriced... I can still hear everything even with the noise cancelling on, it just sounds a little muffled, but I can have conversations with people without a problem. I can even still hear people outside my home while wearing them. And yes, the ANC is on 100%. My earplugs work better for noise reduction.

Notquietenough

2025-06-13T20:00:00

Rated 3 out of 5

1st pair of Sony's to be uncomfortable

I don't understand why the awkward design that makes these difficult to enjoy wearing? I have XM5'S, 720's and they're so comfortable .... It's like the people designing them didn't care to wear them for more than a few minutes or maybe they just don't care bc they use more expensive headphones. It's sad bc I was really excited about these only to be incredibly disappointed with the fit. They knocked it out of the park sound wise but that's immaterial bc I can't wear them for thirty minutes without being frustrated and wanting to get them off my ears. I don't think people care as much if they fold if they're not comfortable. The 720's are a perfect design and actually have more and better padding than these so I'm a bit flummoxed. I hope the XM7s don't disappoint like this.... next time please keep it simple instead of awkward. I wish I could buy a pair that sounded like this with the design of the 720's. Let me know if it possible I'll wire the money

Solomon33

2025-06-07T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

ANC Prioritized Over Sound Quality

If your priority is noise cancelling, you can't do any better than the WH-1000XM6. However, if it's great sound you're looking for, then there are better options. FOr me, I want great sound with decent noise cancelling. Even after adjusting the EQ a number of different ways, the sound still seems veiled. I could never get the crisp sound I've been looking for. At this price, I expected better.

GaryH06903

2025-05-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The only headphones i needed

I trust and believe in Sony products. I love them so comfy and sound is excellent with excellent noise cancellation

Ajinkya7575

2025-05-24T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Sony xm6

Awesome headphones. Extremely premium feel. I highly recommend

Kelvin 4.

2025-05-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

King of Bass

Ordered these headphones on day one. Skipped WH-1000XM5 because I heard that the bass was lacking. After listening to the WH-1000XM6 all I can say is welcome back king of bass and the sound is great. I listen to Drum n Bass and these headphones are great for people who like bass and this without any need for Equalization.

Bass27

2025-05-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excelent headphones

The case is elegant, small and very easy to open. The noise-cancelling is like no other. However, my favourite is the improvement in the ambient sound mode. You can almost forget you are using headphones when the ambient sound mode is on.

BrasilianSound

2025-05-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Best in class, hands down

After rave reviews, purchased the new Sony 1000XM6 - definitely a high end product in materials and quality. The case is sturdy and very portable, which I appreciate for airplane travel. The app is easy to use and functions and settings are a breeze to set up. Sound is fabulous, various EQ settings allow adjustment to personal and music tastes. Music sounds open, clear, with detailed mids and highs that are never sibilant, bass is powerful and not muddy. The headphones sit very comfortably and clamping forces are just right. ANC is simply jaw dropping! Gesture controls on the right cup are intuitive and easy, but I wish the annoying confirmation ding for volume and track selection could be switched off completely and not end at - 2, that's my only gripe, really

Arminator

2025-05-23T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Very satisfied Guy! Xm6 Thumbs up!

This is my first time trying out the headphone side of things with Sony. I've tried the xm4 earbuds, that were ok but call quality sucked. I jumped ship and bought Bose quietcomfort earbuds when they released. I loved the Bose earbuds but they had the same issue. Terrible call quality too. I heard a lot about the xm5 headphones, right as I was about to finally purchase the xm5s the Xm6s ended up releasing so I gave them a try. I love these headphones! Great ANC and call quality finally! The sound profile is pretty good but I can't say it's the best I've heard. I can say it's very solid and well rounded though. I wish the headphones didn't smudge so easily tho. I have the black ones. All in all I don't have any complaints or regrets!

Memphis g.

2025-05-17T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Almost perfect!

I have ordered these on the first day they are available and received today. Used these headphones for few hours explored all the options and sturdy levels etc., over all these headphones again falls in premium category just like XM5 for sure and remains as top tier in ANC headphones category?.materials feels little more premium compared to XM5?sound quality improved a lot with that punch bass and well detailed sound?headband feels comfortable compared to XM5?ear cushions feels comfortable as well for longer use in travels etc., ?only thing I felt downside is the ear cups not the ear cushions?we can detach the ear cups and replacement with new but Sony could have used design like AirPods Max and Sonos Ace magnetic detach and attach option?once you detach the ear cups all the drivers inside wires are visible not covered with any of other plastic layer?and the under layer clothe used in ear pads is very thin can easily tears off in normal use. These could feel like nitpicking reasons but as these falls in premium headphones and expensive category everything comes into consideration?.this was the downside I felt ear-cups design could have been better?apart from this reason I felt all other check points passes?case is well built with magnet closer option and very sturdy to project headphones. Overall if you don't care on the downside I mentioned, these headphones can be considered for any occasion and mainly if looking for top notch ANC feature and premium quality sound.

Bharat R.

2025-05-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Outstanding

I have only just purchased these to replace my WH1000XM3, I decided previously that the XM4 was not a massive improvement and that they XM5 was actually a backward step when it came to comfort and portabilty, the XM6 is next level, the sound quality is lovely with rich bass and great tone, they are not an extremely high end audiophile headphone but they are close as you will get at the price point, I also tries the Sonos and the Apple AirPods Max (I am in the Apple ecosystem) but kept coming back to the XM6 they are even more comfortable that the XM3, the ear cups are so comfortable and I have been wearing them most of the day with no fatigue, the addition of a proper power button is a real benefit as well. the new ear cup design with the slight angle makes them seat even better and the fact they can be folded again is such a benefit, and the new case with the magnetic open/close is excellent.

Phillyboy111

2025-05-16T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent ANC and comfortable fit. No pain on head

The MX5 were a great pare but always left me with pain on top of the head which was really uncomfortable. The MX6 solved that problem somehow and improved on ANC which was already top of the competition. They fold nicely on the neck too. Simply the best!

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Sony WH-1000XM6 Specifications

General

General

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  • Headphone Type

    Closed

  • Wearing Style

    Over Ear

  • Driver Unit

    30mm

  • Magnet

    Neodymium

  • Frequency Response

    4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)
    Active Operation: 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)
    Bluetooth Communication: 20 Hz-20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling) 20 Hz-40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps)

  • Impedance (Ohm)

    48 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 16 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)

  • Sensitivities (dB/mW)

    103 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 102 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)

  • Passive Operation

    Yes

  • Plug

    Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

  • Ambient Sound Mode

    Yes

  • Cord type

    Single-sided (detachable)

  • Cord Length

    3.93' (1.2m) (Approx.)

Bluetooth

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  • Bluetooth version

    Bluetooth Specification Version5.3

  • Effective Range

    32.80' (10m) (Approx.)

  • Frequency Range

    2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)

  • Profile

    A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP

  • Supported Audio Formats

    SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3

  • Supported Content Protection

    SCMS-T

Noise Canceling

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  • Ambient Sound Mode - Normal

    Yes

  • Personal NC Optimizer

    Adaptive NC Optimizer

  • Quick Attention

    Yes

Battery

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  • Battery Life

    Continuous communication time: Max. 24 hours(NC ON), Max. 28 hours (NC OFF)
    Continuous music playback time: Max. 30 hours(NC ON), Max. 40 hours (NC OFF)

  • Battery Charge Method

    USB

  • Battery Info

    Required, Included

  • Battery Material

    Lithium Ion

  • Battery Type

    Non-Universal

  • Battery Quantity

    1

Physical

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  • Color

    Black

  • Weight

    8.95 oz (254g) (Approx.)

  • UPC Code

    027242930698

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FeaturesMicrophone, Noise Canceling-Microphone, Noise Canceling
ConnectionBluetooth-Bluetooth or Wired
Earpiece StyleOver-EarOver-EarOver-Ear
Cup StyleClosed-backOpen-backClosed-back
Form FactorOverhead Headband-Overhead Headband
Kit StyleBaseBaseBase
Edition-Standard-

About Sony WH-1000XM6

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Outstanding

By Phillyboy111

I have only just purchased these to replace my WH1000XM3, I decided previously that the XM4 was not a massive improvement and that they XM5 was actually a backward step when it came to comfort and portabilty, the XM6 is next level, the sound quality is lovely with rich bass and great tone, they are not an extremely high end audiophile headphone but they are close as you will get at the price point, I also tries the Sonos and the Apple AirPods Max (I am in the Apple ecosystem) but kept coming ...

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The only headphones i needed

By Ajinkya7575

I trust and believe in Sony products. I love them so comfy and sound is excellent with excellent noise cancellation

The Best Noise Canceling. Studio-Quality Sound.
Designed with mastering engineers, the WH-1000XM6 premium headphones deliver studio-quality precision, our most advanced noise cancellation, and crystal-clear calls for pure, uninterrupted immersion.

Real-time analysis maintains the quiet
Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer delivers unmatched noise-canceling precision-adjusting to external noise, air pressure, and your wearing style, even while wearing a hat or glasses, for uninterrupted, immersive sound.

Premium sound, co-created with the masters
Co-created with world-renowned mastering engineers, these headphones deliver studio-level precision-preserving every nuance, every note, exactly as the artist intended.

Noise Canceling

The next evolution in noise cancellation
Powered by advanced processors and 12 adaptive microphones, noise cancellation is optimized in real time-so your world stays undisturbed, and your sound remains pure down to the finest detail.

7x faster. Flawless control.
With processing speeds seven times faster than its predecessor (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 fine-tunes 12 microphones in real time-delivering a dramatic leap in noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity.

12 microphones. Precise detection.
With optimally placed microphones, noise cancellation adapts more precisely to your wearing situation and environment-so your sound feels effortless and powerful.

Designed for superior noise cancellation and sound
Lose yourself in the details. The specially designed driver unit is optimally tuned for enhanced noise cancellation and supported by a lightweight carbon fiber dome that keeps high frequencies crisp and clear.

Stay in sync. Wherever you are.
Our Auto Ambient Sound mode is even better at adapting to your surroundings in real time by balancing music and external sound. The multiple microphones can filter out the noise or let in what matters: announcements, conversations, or the world around you. Adjust settings automatically or fine-tune them manually in the Sony| Sound Connect app.

Sound Quality

Hear it as the artist intended
Developed in collaboration with world-renowned mastering audio engineers, these headphones deliver unparalleled sound clarity and precision. A specially designed driver with a lightweight carbon fiber dome delivers high fidelity sound, where rich vocals and every instrument remains pure and balanced. Optimized for advanced noise cancellation, the WH-1000XM6 headphones keep every frequency crisp and true to the artist's intent.

Engineered to perfection
A specially designed driver unit delivers clarity that feels almost tangible-highs shimmer, vocals breathe, and every detail comes through with precision. With optimized circuitry and premium materials, sound flows effortlessly, pure and balanced.

Richer detail. Clearer vocals.
A high-rigidity carbon fiber dome and uniquely developed voice coil structure bring out the subtleties in every frequency-so vocals sound richer, instruments feel more defined, and every track carries more emotion.

Authenticity, in every note
The newly developed look-ahead noise shaper D/A conversion technology in our HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3, better anticipates and adjusts the combined output-reducing distortion, enhancing bass energy, and delivering crisp, fast sound that stays true to your music.

Enjoy High-Resolution Audio with and without wires
The WH-1000XM6 headphones support High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC, our industry-adopted audio coding technology. LDAC transmits approximately three times more data than conventional Bluetooth audio for exceptional High-Resolution Audio quality.

Real-time restoration of all your compressed files
Using Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence), DSEE Extreme upscales compressed digital music files in real time. It dynamically identifies instrumentation, musical genres, and individual elements of each song, restoring high-range sound lost during compression.

Fine-tune your entertainment experience
With the Sony | Sound Connect app it's easy to personalize your sound. Compare settings, tweak the details, and find the perfect balance for every song, scene, and game session.

Listening to music
Dial in your perfect sound with the 10-band EQ, or create a spacious feel with a Background Music Effect.

Playing games
Game Equalizer (EQ), developed with Sony's gaming gear lineup, INZONE, enhances sound clarity for FPS gaming across our headphone range.

Cinema
Human voices, environmental sounds and effects are placed in a spherical field with location data, expanding audio beyond your headphones for a theater-like experience. 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema makes playback of stereo audio sound like spatial audio in your headphones by using Sony's 360 Spatial Sound technology.

A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you're looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the WH-1000XM6 headphones use new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.

When playing "Ingress" with the WH-1000XM6 headphones, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.

Head tracking function
Head tracking ensures a realistic and compelling listening experience by automatically adjusting sound fields to compensate for your head movement. Sounds are precisely aligned with your headphones, even as you move, to completely involve you in your listening, when paired with compatible devices and services.

With head-tracking capability
With conventional headphones, when your head moves, the sound moves with the headphones. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.

Experience head tracking for yourself
Experience the immersive power of head tracking for yourself with this simulation. Pop on some headphones and watch the video to learn more and hear how head tracking makes your listening more realistic.

Certified headphones for a personalized experience
With 360 Reality Audio Certified headphones and our Sony | Sound Connect app you can optimize your experience by analyzing your individual ear shapes so you can enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.

An advanced personal optimization algorithm gives an even greater sense of sound space, distance and height, allowing you to become even more immersed in the music.

A personal cinematic experience With BRAVIA
Enjoy a thrilling Dolby Atmos experience and 360 Spatial Sound that adapts to your ears with BRAVIA and these headphones.

360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you'll enjoy a sound experience that's optimized for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your spatial sound field when paired with select BRAVIA TVs.

Call Quality

Ultra-clear calls
Clarity in every call. Intelligent beamforming isolates your voice from background noise, so you're always heard-even when others are talking. Need to mute? Do it instantly, right from your headphones.

Focused on your voice
With a six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, the WH-1000XM6 headphones focus on your voice while filtering out background noise-so every word comes through sharp and clear.

Intelligent noise reduction
The AI-optimized noise reduction algorithm suppresses background sounds while isolating your voice. Beamforming microphones and Precise Voice Pickup Technology ensure every word is heard clearly-even in noisy settings.

Wind noise reduction
Refined microphone placement and structure minimizes wind interference-reducing noise on your calls and ensuring a clearer, more comfortable listening experience.

Design & Wearability

Tailored comfort. Masterfully crafted.
All-day wear comfort. A wider headband and smooth synthetic leather ensure a pressure-free fit.

Soft fit
Comfort you can wear all day with a wider headband and smooth, synthetic leather ensure a pressure-free fit. With supple, stretchable material, providing a secure fit -reducing pressure while blocking external noise.

Seamless design
With a stepless slider and seamless swivel, every adjustment is smooth-so all you feel is comfort. The asymmetrical headband design makes it easy to identify the left and right sides at a quick glance.

Intuitive controls
Easily switch between noise canceling, ambient sound, and muting your mic with tactile buttons and a responsive touch panel. Fine-tune your settings in the app for a personalized experience.

Foldable design
Inspired by products with handcrafted precision workmanship, the folding mechanism is crafted using advanced metal injection techniques for a seamless durable fold, ensuring a design that is as refined as it is resilient.

Compact carrying case
Designed to slip seamlessly into bags and airplane pockets, the compact case now features a magnetic closure for easy access-so your headphones are always ready to go.

Sustainably crafted
These headphones are designed with sustainable materials, including a carrying case crafted to reduce our environmental impact.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Features

  • The Best Noise Cancellation - Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancellation is optimized in real time
  • Co-Created with Mastering Audio Engineers - Precision-tuned for studio-quality clarity, with every note and vocal true to the artist's intent
  • HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 - The HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), optimizing 12 microphones in real time-for better noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity
  • Adaptive NC Optimizer - Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer automatically adjusts to external noise, air pressure, and wearing style for uninterrupted, immersive sound
  • Auto Ambient Sound Mode - Balance music and external sounds with Auto Ambient Sound Mode, allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings
  • Authenticity, in every note - Advanced noise-shaping D/A conversion technology reduces distortion and enhances bass delivering crisp and accurate sound
  • High-Resolution Audio - Supports High-Resolution Audio and LDAC for exceptional sound quality, even wirelessly
  • Real-time File Restoration - Edge-AI and DSEE Extreme upscale compressed music, restoring high-range sound lost during compression
  • Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere. - Six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, isolates your voice, filtering out background noise for crystal-clear calls
  • Tailored Comfort, Thoughtfully Designed - Wider, asymmetrical headband with synthetic leather for all-day comfort, paired with a foldable design perfect for traveling
  • Intuitive Controls - Effortlessly adjust the volume and play music without reaching for your phone. The headphones can detect when you're speaking and pause the music seamlessly
  • Sound Connect app - Customize noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound, and access personalize EQ settings with the Sony | Sound Connect app
  • Long Battery Life and Convenient Charging - Up to 30 hours of playback, with up to 3 hours of music using 3-minute quick charge. Bluetooth and audio cable charging supported

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Key Features

  • Experience superior sound quality with these Sony wireless headphones.
  • Enjoy all-day comfort with the ergonomic, over-ear design of these headphones.
  • Immerse yourself in music with industry-leading noise cancelling technology.
  • Stay connected with Bluetooth connectivity for seamless pairing with devices.
  • Power through your day with up to 30 hours of battery life on a single charge.
  • Take calls with crystal-clear clarity using the built-in microphone feature.

What's in the box:

  • Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Canceling Closed Back Over-Ear Headphones (Black)
  • 4' Headphone Cable
  • USB Charging Cable
  • Carrying Case
  • Sony 1 Year Limited Warranty