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2025-11-29T19:00:00
Superb headphones! Don't wait, just buy it! You won't regret!
Harshil

2025-11-28T19:00:00
Sound quality and usability are excellent. Absolutely love them.and with the Sony Sound a connect app I can even custom equalise the sound to my personal taste, although that really isn't necessary. The preset sound is so perfect there's no need to mess with it. 10/10 Sony
DaveBou

2025-11-28T19:00:00
The sound is greatly clear. Nice to hold and great to hear.
Combat2025

2025-11-27T19:00:00
Perfect noise cancellation. Drowns everything out!
Mushydude

2025-11-26T19:00:00
Great sound great ANC and superb battery life. Love the purchase.
evancyf

2025-11-26T19:00:00
I got these to use in my home recording studio and I love them! Especially when tracking vocals they have a little button you press so you can hear yourself better!
BMAC2

2025-11-24T19:00:00
sure my WH-1000XM4 gives off better sound quality.
ETRO

2025-11-23T19:00:00
I bought the Sony headphones ?? last month and im glad I did The noise cancelling is great
PN27

2025-11-22T19:00:00
Used on the train and airplane. Better than the XM5's but still difficult to justify the high cost. Noise cancelling good but some sound gets through on the plane. Bass is good and sound quality in general is of a high quality. Battery life very good Wearing them for an 8 hour flight was okay but start to cause pressure on the top of the head towards the end.
PFXD

2025-11-21T19:00:00
Bought the Sony xm6 almost a month ago, super uncomfortable and audio quality is nowhere near the £400 price tag. Returned them on the same day they arrived and still haven't even received my refund!
Sonymakebadheadphones67

2025-11-19T19:00:00
Purchased today. Sound is amazing. So glad I bought this.
Mmxx

2025-11-18T19:00:00
I'm big fan of Sony products. After upgrading from my 7-year-old WH-1000XM3, I immediately noticed comfort issues with the new WH-1000XM6. The ear pads feel warmer with less ventilation, and my ears heat up far quicker than they ever did with the XM3. The fit is also too snug - the clamping force is strong enough that I get a headache after about 15 minutes. Maybe it's because I have larger ears or wear glasses, but this was never an issue with the XM3. The sound and ANC are phenomenal, but the overall comfort is a big step down for me, especially at this price point. I really wanted to keep the XM6, but after two weeks of regular use, the clamping force still hadn't eased up. Honestly, I wish could just repair my XM3s. They work fine, just the headband is taped up using duct tape becuase the plastic parts have cracked and sliding adjustments for the earcups no longer stay in place. One day, I hope Sony releases a model that returns to the comfort of the XM3/XM4s, and with a decent mic that doesn't make you sound like you're talking through a walkie-talkie.
Toronto S.

2025-11-15T19:00:00
Very slight improvment on the previous model XM5 in sound and noise reduction Actually less comfortable to wear than the XM5 The swivle makes the heaband all over the place which does actually badly impact the comfort The Ear muffs are awful unless you have very small ears after a short while your ears will hurt from the small enclosure. The build quality is, at best, just okay - and for the price, it honestly feels disappointing. I've continued using Sony mainly because their sound quality and noise-cancelling have traditionally been top-tier. However, even those advantages may not be enough to keep me loyal in the future, especially as competing brands are rapidly closing the gap in both areas. If Sony releases an XM7, I don't see myself purchasing it. All of the issues I've experienced so far make the product difficult to justify. Most importantly, the comfort just isn't there. The design doesn't seem to accommodate people with larger heads or even those with average-sized ears. After extended use, the fit becomes uncomfortable, and that alone is enough to make me reconsider staying with the lineup. At this point, unless Sony addresses these long-standing problems, I'll likely move on to other options.
LLIAM

2025-11-14T19:00:00
The sound quality is great and the noise cancellation. So far I haven't been able to use it to answer calls but maybe I just dont know how. Overall I love them
Aman27

2025-11-14T19:00:00
Happy and nice equipment, but still haven't received my free gift
WWH1022

2025-11-13T19:00:00
Good product for the price. And I enjoy the sound. Quality and the comfort
Alien97

2025-11-13T19:00:00
GREAT AND EASY USE AND BASS OKAY TOO NICE WEAR 1 DAYS i use ULT before and change to this same this one
MR K.

2025-11-13T19:00:00
disapointment - IMHO XM3 are more to my liking, sound, and audio promts
HowieBeee

2025-11-10T19:00:00
Bass is low compared to xm4 Long term Wear is not comfortable compared to xm4
Bala10

2025-11-10T19:00:00
I have heard great things only from the WH-1000XM series and I came across a YT video about how they improved the build in XM6, and so I bought one for my dad for his birthday. It was awesome!
Claye

2025-11-09T19:00:00
BEST HEADPHONES IN THE ENTIRE WORLD, i had the xm4 previously and loved them but the ambient sound was sub-par, you could hear those around you but cant really make out what they're saying if you have music playing even super quietly. these excel in all areas. a very important upgrade, sony you've done it again, i don't know how they keep topping themselves.
dollparts

2025-11-09T19:00:00
Good i like it very very very very very much. Sooo good
bob1010

2025-11-08T19:00:00
Bought as an upgrade from 1st gen AirPods, absolutely blown away by sound quality and comfort
Kate11111111

2025-11-05T19:00:00
Very good ,im coming from the jbl 720 BT and wow , I never knew sound quality could get better, plus I love all the new features like the ambient sound and noise cancelation. However, the noise cancelation doesn't really cancel out much of the noise unless I put my music at like 60% , but regardless, very nice headphones
Van s.

2025-11-03T19:00:00
Excellent headphones. Excellent quality. Very easy to setup.
Stumpey1

2025-11-03T19:00:00
The WH-1000XM6 headphone was given to me as a 70th birthday gift. I'm still learning how to get the maximum usage from it having used a Bose product before. First impression is impressive although it will take some time for me to get used to it.
Sinta

2025-11-02T19:00:00
I bought the product last month, buy it broken this month, and the earned make my ear tired. but the sound quality and noise cancelling is super good
Jimmy1994

2025-11-01T20:00:00
The ANC is top notch! The battery is long lasting & the sound is superb
XM6Love

2025-10-31T20:00:00
Masterpiece of a device. Very comfortable and of excellent sound quality.
Tintall

2025-10-31T20:00:00
When my sister took my XM4, I wanted to have a change. After several reviews (and I am quite careful), I decided to switch to another (expensive) brand. It was a HUGE mistake. While many aspects are about the same, the sound quality was far away from the Sonys. Finally I took a big loss and sold off the expensive headset and go back to the Sony XM6. It is one of my best decision. Aside from the earcups feeling a bit hot after a couple of hours, the rest of the headphones were amazing. The sound quality is really far ahead of many other brands and there are many other aspects that make the Sony XM6 special including the app which allows us to fine tune our own EQ. Really happy that I switch back to Sony.
DKSK S.

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| Models | SKU: SOWH100XM6SK MFR: WH-1000XM6 / S K $428.00 $458.00 Save:$30.00 (7%) In Stock | SKU: SOWH1XM5BAK MFR: WH1000XM5/B AK $278.00 $398.00 Save:$120.00 (30%) In Stock | SKU: SOWH10XM4BAK MFR: WH1000XM4/B AK $368.00 In Stock |
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| Features | Microphone, Noise Canceling | Microphone, Noise Canceling | Microphone, Noise Canceling |
| Connection | Bluetooth | Bluetooth or Wired | Bluetooth or Wired |
| Earpiece Style | Over-Ear | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Cup Style | Closed-back | Closed-back | Closed-back |
| Form Factor | Overhead Headband | Overhead Headband | Overhead Headband |
| Kit Style | With Power Bank | With Power Bank | With Power Bank |
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By WWH1022
Happy and nice equipment, but still haven't received my free gift
Sony WH-1000XM6 well worth getting
By Iceman
I have used the headphones for just over a week and I am very impressed with them they are good fitting and are not loose and do not move around but also at the same time not to tight. My last head phones were Sony WH-CH720N they are very good but the WH-1000XM6 are better the sound quality is better and I have used them both for television and music on the tv watching films gives you great surround sound and with the noise canceling on gives you a better experience. With the music tried it o...
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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.