Sony has launched the WH-1000XM6, the newest model in its 1000X series of wireless noise-canceling headphones. The headphones use a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3, which is seven times faster than the previous version. It works with twelve microphones, 1.5 times more than before, to adjust noise cancellation based on the user’s environment.
The headphones also include Adaptive NC Optimizer, which adapts to different noise levels and air pressure. A redesigned driver unit helps block external noise more effectively. Auto Ambient Sound mode filters background noise and lets in important sounds like announcements. These settings can be changed automatically or manually through the Sony Sound Connect app.
Sony worked with mastering engineers from Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, and Coast Mastering to tune the sound. The headphones offer classical and balanced sound modes. The carbon fiber dome and custom voice coil improve detail across all frequencies. The headphones support High-Resolution Audio and LDAC. Compressed files are upscaled using Edge-AI and DSEE Extreme.
Users can adjust sound with a 10-band EQ or choose presets like Game EQ for shooters or Cinema 360 Reality Audio Upmix for movies. Calls are handled by a six-microphone beamforming system that separates the user’s voice from background noise. A mute button is included.
The WH-1000XM6 has a wider synthetic leather headband and soft earpads designed for long use. The headband is asymmetrical for quick left-right identification. The headphones fold using metal-injected joints and come with a compact case that closes magnetically.
Smart features include Scene-based Listening, which uses sensors to adjust playback and noise control based on activity and location. The headphones work with Spotify Tap, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music. LE Audio with AuraCast allows for low-latency playback and audio sharing. Multi-Point and Auto Switch let users move between devices without disconnecting.
The headphones offer up to 30 hours of battery life with noise canceling on. A 3-minute charge gives 3 hours of playback. Charging and listening can happen at the same time using USB-C.
Pricing & availability
The headphones come in Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue and are priced at $449.99 USD. Packaging is made from 100 percent paper using Sony’s Original Blended Material, made from bamboo, sugarcane fiber, and recycled paper.
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