Sony WH-1000XM6B Over-the-Ear Headphones, Wireless, Bluetooth, Hi-Res Audio, Noise cancelling, 30-hour battery life, Microphone, Alexa and Google Assistant, Foldable design, Black Beyond silence. Transcendental sound. Premium sound with the best noise cancellation Let the sound captivate you. The most advanced noise cancellation ever, supported by a next-generation chip and intelligent algorithms, blocks any disturbing sound before it reaches you. Exceptionally clear calls. Pure, uninterrupted experience. Unfold. Rotate. Explore. Every curve, every line, created for fluid movement and easy portability. Next-generation noise cancellation Quiet, down to the smallest detail. With advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, the noise cancellation function is optimized in real time, so nothing will disturb you and the sound will remain clear. Seven times faster. Impeccable control. With processing speeds seven times faster than the previous model, the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 fine-tunes 12 microphones in real time, significantly improving noise cancellation, sound quality and call clarity. 12 microphones. Precise detection. With optimally placed microphones, noise cancellation adapts more precisely to your environment and the way the headphones fit, so the sound is clear and powerful. Real-time analysis. Adaptive silence. The new Adaptive NC Optimiser delivers unparalleled precision in noise cancellation, adjusting to outside noise, air pressure and even the way the headphones fit to give you immersive, uninterrupted sound. Built for noise cancellation and superior sound Let the details captivate you. The specially designed driver is optimally tuned for improved noise cancellation, and the lightweight, carbon fiber dome delivers crisp, clean highs. Sync. Wherever you are. Automatic Ambient Sound Mode adapts even better to your environment in real time, ensuring a balance between music and external sounds. Multiple microphones filter out noise so you can hear what's important: announcements, conversations, the world around you. Adjust settings automatically or fine-tune them manually in the Sound Connect app. Premium sound, created with the mastersHear music as it was intended. Created with world-renowned mastering engineers, these headphones deliver studio-level precision, preserving every nuance, every note exactly as the artist intended. Hear as the artists intended Developed in collaboration with mastering engineers, the WH-1000XM6 refines every note for studio-level sound accuracy. From deep bass to crisp highs, sound tuning unlocks the potential of each track, delivering the emotion, energy and detail the artist envisioned. Randy Merill/Sterling Sound Ariana Grande, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Adele, John Mayer, James Blake, Olivia Rodrigo and Gracie Abrams Capturing the artist’s intent and expression Sony has always set the standard for premium quality, and these headphones are the next level. When I listen to music on the WH-1000XM6 headphones, I can be transported to a new world. They deliver outstanding bass, extraordinary overall frequency response, incredible soundstage, wide stereo bandwidth, exceptional depth and presence, and incredible detail. They accurately represent the sounds in the recordings we put so much effort into. They’re a joy to use. Chris Gehringer/Sterling SoundRihanna, Lady Gaga, Glass Animals, Kelly Clarkson, Mariah Carey, Busta Rhymes, BLACKPINK, BTS and Le Sserafim A Reimagined Listening ExperienceThe WH-1000XM6 headphones left me speechless. These headphones truly reproduce the bass and the feeling is not just in your ears, but in your body, and no other product has ever come close to this level. These headphones transport you to a place where the music becomes intimate, so you can get closer to the music. The sound is everywhere around you. You can lose yourself in the music. It's a complete experience. The WH-1000XM6 headphones are extraordinary. Mike Piacentini/Battery StudiosBob Dylan, Depeche Mode, Johnny Mathis and James BrownThe Mastery Behind the EngineeringAs mastering engineers, we spend a lot of time with artists and producers, trying to bring their vision of sound to life. For the WH-1000XM6 in particular, I think the experience the listener will ultimately have will be more enjoyable because they can hear every emotion, engineering decision, and compositional choice of the artist and the engineer. Michael Romanowski/Coast Mastering Alicia Keys, Prince, Bonnie Raitt, Earth, Wind & Fire, Cain Brown, Star Wars soundtrack Sony Philosophy: Bringing Art to Listeners' Lives The thing I really appreciate is that Sony always strives for the best. To create the best product, which can become a bridge between the art and the consumer. These headphones manage to achieve that goal. The WH-1000XM6 headphones are that bridge. The consumer will be transported into the world that the artist has created. The artist can tell their story and the listener can listen to it. You can become part of the music. I think this is a wonderful experience and I definitely recommend it to music enthusiasts. Perfectly designedA specially designed speaker delivers almost palpable clarity, transformed into bright highs, ample vocals and precisely transmitted details. With optimized circuitry and premium materials, sound flows effortlessly, pure and balanced. Richer details. Clearer vocals.The high-rigidity carbon fiber composite dome and unique voice coil structure bring out the subtleties of each frequency, so vocals are deeper, instruments are better defined and every track conveys more emotion. Authenticity in every noteThe newly developed noise shaping D/A conversion technology of the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 better anticipates and adjusts the sound mix at the output, reducing distortion, boosting bass and delivering clear, dynamic sound that stays true to the tracks. Enjoy High-Resolution Audio with or without wires The WH-1000XM6 supports High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless thanks to LDAC, our industry-leading audio coding technology. LDAC transmits approximately three times more data than conventional Bluetooth® audio files for exceptional High-Resolution Audio quality. Real-time restoration of all compressed files DSEE Extreme™ uses Edge-AI (artificial intelligence) technology to enhance compressed digital music files in real time. It dynamically recognizes the instrumentation, musical genres and individual elements of each song, restoring the high frequencies lost due to compression. Adjust your entertainment experience to your liking It's easy to personalize your sound with the Sony | Sound Connect app. Compare settings, adjust details and find the perfect balance for every song, every scene and every gaming session. MusicTune the perfect sound with the 10-band equalizer or create a spacious sound effect with the background music effect. GamesThe gaming equalizer, developed based on INZONE expertise, improves the clarity of FPS game sound for a wide range of headphones. Cinema360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema gives you the spatial sound experience as if you were at the cinema from 2-channel stereo sound using Sony's unique 360 Spatial Sound up-conversion technology. The cinema comes to lifeDialogues, sound effects and background music from 2-channel stereo movies on streaming channels are transformed into an incredibly immersive cinematic sound field. With dynamic bass and powerful sound enhancement, the sound is extended beyond the headphones for a cinema-like experience. 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema allows stereo sound to be played as spatial sound on headphones using Sony's 360 Spatial Sound technology. Normal 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema A new sound experience for AR games If you want new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the WH-1000XM6 uses new sensors and spatial sound technology for immersive sound for augmented reality games, such as Niantic's "Ingress." When you play "Ingress" with the WH-1000XM6, the sensor and spatial sound technologies offer a new experience: using head tracking, sound is emitted from different directions to match the action on the screen. Head tracking function Head tracking gives you a realistic and immersive listening experience by automatically adjusting sound fields to compensate for head movement. When using compatible smartphones/services, sounds are precisely aligned with the headphones, even when you move, to fully immerse you. Classic use With classic headphones, when you move your head, the sound moves with the headphones. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, affecting the 3D effect and presence. With head trackingWith head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field remains in its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.Try head trackingTest the immersive power of head tracking with this simulation. Put on a pair of headphones and watch the video to learn more and understand how head tracking works to give you a more realistic listening experience. Certified headphones for a personalized experienceWith select 360 Reality Audio certified headphones and the Sony | Sound Connect app, the experience is optimized by analyzing the unique shape of your ear, giving you a truly immersive music experience. An advanced, personalized optimization algorithm gives you a better picture of acoustic space, distance and height, allowing you to immerse yourself even more in the music. A personal cinematic experienceWith BRAVIAEnjoy an immersive Dolby Atmos® experience and 360 Spatial Sound that adapts to your ears with BRAVIA™ and these headphones. 360 Spatial Sound PersonalizerWith the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you enjoy a sound experience optimized especially for you. The app records and analyzes the shape of your ear, which allows the headphones to create their own spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA XR TVs. Crystal-clear callsClarity for every call. Intelligent wave shaping isolates your voice from background noise, so you can hear yourself clearly even when other people are talking. Need to mute the microphone? You can do this instantly, right from your headphones Focus on your voice With an AI-powered wave shaping system with six microphones, the WH-1000XM6 focuses on your voice, filtering out background noise. Developed with a variety of sources, including open datasets, the AI technology excels at shaping sound waves and reducing noise, so every word is heard clearly, even in crowded environments. Intelligent noise reduction The AI-optimized noise reduction algorithm eliminates background noise while isolating your voice. Developed with a variety of sources, including open datasets, it improves sound wave precision and voice pickup accuracy. Soundwave microphones and Precise Voice Pickup technology work together to make every word clear, even in noisy environments.1 = Noisy2 = Noisy No wind noiseA refined microphone placement and structure minimizes wind interference, reducing noise on calls and providing a clearer, more comfortable listening experience. High quality. Masterfully crafted. All-day comfort. A wider headband and smooth vegan leather ensure a pressure-free fit. Delicate fitDesigned for all-day comfort, this stretchy material provides a dynamic yet delicate fit, reducing pressure and blocking out external noise. And, with a fingerprint-resistant finish, it stays clean even with daily use. Noise-free, flawlessA wider headband. Perfect fit. With a stepless slider and fluid pivot mechanism, every adjustment is smooth, so you'll feel nothing but comfort. The asymmetrical design allows you to identify left/right earbud at a glance. Intuitive controls Easily switch between noise cancellation, ambient sound and microphone mute with touch buttons and a responsive touch panel. Fine-tune settings in the app for a personalized experience. Foldable design The folding mechanism has been designed with the precision of artisan craftsmanship, with advanced metal injection techniques for a perfect and durable fold, ensuring a design that is as refined as it is durable. Compact carrying case Designed to fit perfectly in bags or airline pockets, the compact case now has a magnetic closure for easy access to your always-ready headphones. Premium colors Black, platinum silver and navy. Select the model that suits you Designed with sustainability in mind Made from recycled materials from post-consumer waste, these headphones and carrying case are designed to minimize environmental impact without compromising quality. Sleek and fast. Ultra-low latency. Sound that keeps up with you. The WH-1000XM6 headphones support LE Audio, offering ultra-low latency for gaming and other content. Multipoint connectivity and auto switching let you switch between devices with ease, while long battery life lets you stay connected for longer. Next-generation Bluetooth audioEnjoy ultra-low latency for flawless gaming, effortless access to public broadcasts with Auracast™, and of course, exceptional sound quality. Multipoint connectivity and auto switching give you uninterrupted connectivity Multipoint connectivityFor total convenience, these headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth® devices at the same time, automatically switching when you receive a call or when playback starts 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. A pop-up pairing guide appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected. Find your headphones with Fast Pair With a long press on the power button, the WH-1000XM6 headphones enable quick, easy pairing via Bluetooth® with Android™ devices. You can even check where you last used them if you can't find them. Listen and charge at the same time Need extra power? Simply plug in the USB charging cable and keep listening. You can listen via Bluetooth and audio cable. When the headphones are off, a quick charge option is available, giving you up to 1 hour of playback with just 3 minutes of charging. Mute and unmute easilyMute and unmute by double-pressing the NC/AMB button. No need to touch the device. Long battery life, quick chargeWith a huge battery life of up to 30 hours, you'll have enough power even for long trips. If you need a quick boost, you can get up to 3 hours of battery life with just 3 minutes of charging with the optional USB-PD compatible adapter. What's in the boxUnbox the WH-1000XM6 headphones and you'll find a carrying case, a headphone cable (approximately 1.2m long) and a USB charging cable. Aiming for zero environmental footprintInspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is helping to protect the planet by continuing to deliver superior sound and listening experiences. With the goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint for the entire Sony group by 2050, we're accelerating a wide range of eco-friendly initiatives. Made from recycled plastic. We used post-consumer recycled materials for both the headphones and the carrying case. Sustainable paper materialsWe continue our efforts to adopt Sony's patented paper, Original Material Blend, for the packaging of our top-of-the-range 1000X Series headphones (WF-1000XM5, WF-1000XM4, WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM6). Original Material Blend is a sustainable paper-based material made from bamboo, sugarcane fiber and post-consumer recycled paper. AccessibilityWe believe that technology should make the world more interactive, creative, fun and welcoming. We have incorporated inclusive design, focused on the human experience, into our audio products to provide the Kando experience to all users, regardless of age, ability or environment. Easy to open, close, carryA magnetic closure makes it easy to remove and store the headphones. The perfect fit, every time The asymmetrical headband design allows you to identify left/right headphones at a glance. Distinct, intuitive buttons The power and NC/AMB buttons are uniquely shaped for easy touch control.