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Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Black

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Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Black

Model: WH1000XM6/B
SKU: 6620467
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Specifications
  • Noise Cancelling (Active)
    Yes
    Connection Type
    Wireless, Wired
    Wireless Connectivity
    Bluetooth
    True Wireless
    No
    Maximum Wireless Range
    32.81 feet
    Built-In Microphone
    Yes
  • Key Specs
    • Noise Cancelling (Active): true
    • Connection Type: Wireless, Wired
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • True Wireless: false (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
    • Maximum Wireless Range: 32.81 feet
    • Built-In Microphone: true
    • Carrying Case: true
    • Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
    • Adjustable Headband: true
    • Battery Life: 30 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Charge Time: 3 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
  • General
    • Brand: Sony
    • Model Number: WH1000XM6/B
    • Product Name: WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Noise Cancelling (Active): true
    • Sound Isolating: true
  • Connectivity
    • Connection Type: Wireless, Wired
    • Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
    • True Wireless: false (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
    • Bluetooth Version: 5.3 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
    • Maximum Wireless Range: 32.81 feet
    • Connector Size: 1/8 in. (3.5mm)
  • Features
    • Built-In Microphone: true
    • Carrying Case: true
  • Design
    • Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
    • Style: General use
    • Adjustable Headband: true
    • Foldable Design: true
  • Power
    • Rechargeable: true
    • Battery Life: 30 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
    • Battery Charge Time: 3 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
    • Charging Accessory Included: Cable
    • Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 10.11 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 3.08 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Length: 7.87 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
    • Product Weight: 0.56 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Warranty
    • Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 027242930698

Powered by our next-gen processor and intelligent algorithms, the WH-1000XM6 premium headphones deliver studio-quality sound and our most advanced noise cancellation. Co-created with mastering audio engineers, every detail and note are heard as the artist intended. Enjoy a pure, uninterrupted listening experience anywhere with crystal-clear call quality and pro-level audio.

  • The Best Noise Cancellation*: Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, the WH-1000XM6 headphones deliver real-time noise cancellation for an immersive, distraction-free listening experience.
  • Co-created with Mastering Audio Engineers: 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.
  • HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3: The HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), optimizing 12 microphones in real time for superior noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity. With more microphones than ever, we can precisely detect external noise and counteracts it with opposite soundwaves, delivering a new level of noise cancellation.
  • Adaptive NC Optimizer: Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer intelligently adjusts to a variety of factors, including external noise, air pressure, and your wearing style, even while wearing a hat or glasses, for uninterrupted, immersive sound. This technology monitors your environment to ensure you enjoy the purest, most immersive sound, no matter where you are.
  • Auto Ambient Sound Mode: Our Auto Ambient Sound mode adapts 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.
  • Authenticity, in every note: The newly developed look-ahead noise shaper D/A conversion technology in our HD Noise Cancelling 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.
  • High-Resolution Audio: 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 File Restoration: Using Edge-AI, 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.
  • Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere: A six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, intelligent noise reduction technology, and wind-resistant design, work together to isolate your voice, filter out background noise, and ensure every word comes through crisp and clear—even in the busiest environments.
  • Tailored Comfort, Thoughtfully Designed: A wider, asymmetrical headband with smooth synthetic leather ensures a pressure-free, all-day fit, while a stepless slider and seamless swivel make every adjustment effortless. Crafted for durability and style, the foldable design features precision metalwork and a compact case with a magnetic closure—ready to go wherever you do, in three premium colors: Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue.
  • Intuitive Controls: Tap, swipe, or press to switch between noise Cancelling, ambient sound, and mute, seamlessly. Adjust your music and volume with a simple touch, and your headphones even pause when you start talking, so you stay connected without missing a beat.
  • Sound Connect app: Customize your listening experience with the Sony | Sound Connect app. Fine-tune noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound levels, and personalize your EQ settings for your ideal listening preferences.
  • Long Battery Life and Convenient Charging: With up to 30 hours of battery life, these headphones ensure you’re powered for even the longest trips. When you’re running low, simply plug in the USB charging cable and keep listening, with both Bluetooth and audio cable connections supported. Charge for 3 minutes and you'll get up to 3 hours of playback with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter.
  • The Best Noise Cancellation*: Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, the WH-1000XM6 headphones deliver real-time noise cancellation for an immersive, distraction-free listening experience.
  • Co-created with Mastering Audio Engineers: 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.
  • HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3: The HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), optimizing 12 microphones in real time for superior noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity. With more microphones than ever, we can precisely detect external noise and counteracts it with opposite soundwaves, delivering a new level of noise cancellation.
  • Adaptive NC Optimizer: Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer intelligently adjusts to a variety of factors, including external noise, air pressure, and your wearing style, even while wearing a hat or glasses, for uninterrupted, immersive sound. This technology monitors your environment to ensure you enjoy the purest, most immersive sound, no matter where you are.
  • Auto Ambient Sound Mode: Our Auto Ambient Sound mode adapts 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.
  • Authenticity, in every note: The newly developed look-ahead noise shaper D/A conversion technology in our HD Noise Cancelling 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.
  • High-Resolution Audio: 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 File Restoration: Using Edge-AI, 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.
  • Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere: A six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, intelligent noise reduction technology, and wind-resistant design, work together to isolate your voice, filter out background noise, and ensure every word comes through crisp and clear—even in the busiest environments.
  • Tailored Comfort, Thoughtfully Designed: A wider, asymmetrical headband with smooth synthetic leather ensures a pressure-free, all-day fit, while a stepless slider and seamless swivel make every adjustment effortless. Crafted for durability and style, the foldable design features precision metalwork and a compact case with a magnetic closure—ready to go wherever you do, in three premium colors: Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue.
  • Intuitive Controls: Tap, swipe, or press to switch between noise Cancelling, ambient sound, and mute, seamlessly. Adjust your music and volume with a simple touch, and your headphones even pause when you start talking, so you stay connected without missing a beat.
  • Sound Connect app: Customize your listening experience with the Sony | Sound Connect app. Fine-tune noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound levels, and personalize your EQ settings for your ideal listening preferences.
  • Long Battery Life and Convenient Charging: With up to 30 hours of battery life, these headphones ensure you’re powered for even the longest trips. When you’re running low, simply plug in the USB charging cable and keep listening, with both Bluetooth and audio cable connections supported. Charge for 3 minutes and you'll get up to 3 hours of playback with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter.
Whats Included
  • WH1000XM6 Headhpones
  • Carrying case
  • 3.5mm headphone cable
  • Warranty
  • USB-C Charging Cable
  • WH1000XM6 Headhpones
  • Carrying case
  • 3.5mm headphone cable
  • Warranty
  • USB-C Charging Cable
Disclaimers
  • As of March 1, 2025. Ambient noise reduction according to research by Sony Corporation, measured using IEC-compliant guidelines for the top 10 brands (by market share) of headband-style of wireless Noise Cancelling headphones market.
  • As of March 1, 2025. Ambient noise reduction according to research by Sony Corporation, measured using IEC-compliant guidelines for the top 10 brands (by market share) of headband-style of wireless Noise Cancelling headphones market.

Q: Does this headphone have active noise cancelling?

A: Yes, this headphone has active noise cancelling feature.

Q: What kind of charging port does the headphone use?

A: The headphone uses a USB-C charging interface.

Q: Are these headphones able to fold?

A: Yes, these headphones have a foldable design.

Q: What is the battery life of these headphones?

A: The battery life of these headphones is up to 30 hours.

Q: Can I adjust the headband on these headphones?

A: Yes, the headphone has an adjustable headband.

Q: What is the Bluetooth version supported by these headphones?

A: These headphones support Bluetooth version 5.3.

Q: How much faster is the new processor compared to the previous model?

A: The new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 is seven times faster than the QN1 found in the previous model.

Q: Are the sony better than the bose

A: Depend on your personal preference but both are having own advantages for example XM6 are more comfortable for long session but bose is having better base.

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Pros for Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Black
Sound Quality, Comfort, Battery Life, Weight, PortabilitySound Quality, Comfort, Battery Life, Weight, ConnectivitySound Quality, Comfort, Battery Life, Design, ConnectivitySound Quality, Comfort, Battery Life, Design, Fit
Cons for Sony - WH-1000XM6- Best Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - Black
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Customers consistently note the excellent sound quality, comfortable fit, and long-lasting battery life of the WH-1000XM6 headphones. Many appreciate the portability, lightweight design, and connectivity features. Some customers have mentioned concerns about heat around the ears, volume levels, and ear cup size.

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  • Battery Life (151)
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