Sony has inadvertently spilled details on its upcoming WH-1000XM6 headphones, revealing Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver colors, with Eurozone pricing at €449 and UK at £399. Shipping is set for May 16, 2025, though North America may miss out.
Sony’s highly anticipated WH-1000XM6, succeeding the acclaimed WH-1000XM5 (currently $291.50 on Amazon), is poised for a May 16 launch, just days after the Xperia 1 VII debut. A now removed listing on Sony’s regional websites, spotted by The Walkman Blog, unveiled key details ahead of the official “Chapter 6” event.
The headphones will come in Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver, with Eurozone pricing at €449—a €30 hike over the XM5’s €419 debut—and £399 in the UK. Shipping begins May 16, aligning with a leaked Amazon Spain listing. However, North American availability remains uncertain, with no US listing found, suggesting a possible Europe/UK focus.
The XM6 boasts a foldable design, a QN3 noise-canceling chip, 12 microphones, and 30mm drivers, maintaining the XM5’s 30-hour battery life and 360 Reality Audio. Priced at an estimated $449 in the US (if released), the 12% price increase from the XM5’s $399 has sparked debate.
Fans on X praise the magnetic case and wider headband, but some question the value. With leaks speculating Hi-Res audio, LDAC, and a Game EQ setting, the XM6 aims to top the ANC market. Will its premium price and Europe-centric launch justify the upgrades, or is Sony risking fan backlash? The May 16 reveal should clarify.
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