SONY WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise-Canceling Headphones

The Best Noise Canceling. Studio-Quality Sound.

Features

• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• Tailored comfort: All-day wear comfort. A wider headband and smooth synthetic leather ensure a pressure-free fit
• 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
• More intuitive and smarter than ever: With intuitive controls, you can adjust volume and play music without reaching for your phone. The headphones can detect when you’re speaking, pausing the music to let you engage seamlessly with your surroundings
• Instant pause. Instant play: Just take the headphones off and the music stops – a capacitive sensor knows when you are wearing them. It also helps improve detection accuracy and design. The music will start again as soon as you put your headphones back on
• Control headphones with head gestures: You can operate your headphones using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls, or operating Auto Play, by nodding or shaking your head
• Talk and hear the world around you with ambient sound: You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear ambient sound and conduct a conversation21— handy if you want to keep your headphones on or your hands are full. And once your conversation is over, your music starts playing again automatically
• Control with your voice: Get hands-free help-just say “Hey Google” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or you can also use built-in voice control for noise cancellation, volume, and playback when connected to any device
• Adjusts to the world around you: Adaptive Sound Control senses where you are and what you’re doing, then uses AI to change ambient sound settings for the ideal listening experience. Over time, it can learn your behavior, recognize locations you visit often, and tailor the sound to suit your location
• Total convenience, total customization: Your headphones are even better with the Sony| Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal audio experience and shortcut settings while keeping track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening lets you check you're in line with healthy listening habits
• Smooth and fast. Ultra-low latency: Sound that keeps up with you. The WH-1000XM6 are ready for LE Audio, delivering ultra-low latency for gaming and more. Multi-Point and Auto Switch make switching between devices seamless, while the long-lasting battery keeps you connected longer
• Next-generation Bluetooth audio: Enjoy ultra-low latency for flawless gaming, effortless access to public broadcasts with Auracast™, and–of course–exceptional sound quality. Multi-point and auto-switching keep you connected without interruption
• Multipoint Connection: For total convenience, your headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth® devices at the same time, automatically switching when a call is received or playback is started on either device
• Easy pairing with your computer: Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your headphones with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected
• Find your headphones with Fast Pair: In one tap, the WH-1000XM6 headphones enables quick effortless Bluetooth® pairing with your Android™ devices. You can even check to see where you last used it, if misplaced
• Listen and charge, all at once: Need to keep going when the battery’s low? Simply plug in the USB charging cable and keep listening. Both Bluetooth and audio cable connections are supported. Even quicker charging is possible with the headphones off—3 minutes gives you up to 3 hours of playback
• All day power and quick charging: With up to 30 hours of battery life you’ll have enough power even for long trips. If you need to top up in a hurry, you can get up to 3 hours' worth of charge after just 3 minutes with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter
• What’s in the box: When you open the packaging of your WH-1000XM6 headphones you’ll find a carrying case, headphone cable (approx. 1.2m) and USB charging cable

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