WH-1000XM6

The Best Noise Canceling Headphones

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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.

HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3

The HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 (found in our WH-1000XM5 headphones), optimizing 12 microphones in real time—for better noise cancellation, sound quality, and call clarity.

Co-Created with Mastering Audio Engineers

Co-created with world-renowned mastering audio engineers, these headphones deliver studio-level precision—preserving every nuance, every note, exactly as the artist intended.

Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere

A six-microphone AI beamforming system isolates your voice from background noise, ensuring you’re always heard—even when others are talking. Need to mute? Simply tap your headphones.

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, plug in the USB charging cable and keep listening, with both Bluetooth & audio cable connections supported. Charge for 3 minutes and you’ll get up to 3 hour of playback.

Foldable design & smaller case

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, Midnight Blue, and Sand Pink.

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Tailored Comfort

Wider, asymmetrical headband with synthetic leather for all-day comfort, paired with a foldable design perfect for traveling.

Intuitive Controls

Effortlessly adjust the volume, pause music, and switch modes by tapping and swiping on headphones.

Auto Ambient Sound Mode

Balance music and external sounds with Auto Ambient Sound Mode, allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings.

Sound Connect app

Customize noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound, and access personalize EQ settings with the Sony | Sound Connect app.

Specifications

Battery
Battery Life (Continuous Communication Time)	Max. 24 hours(NC ON), Max. 28 hours(NC OFF)
Battery Charge Method	USB
Battery Life (Continuous Music Playback Time)	Max. 30 hours(NC ON), Max. 40 hours(NC OFF)
Bluetooth® Specification
Bluetooth® Version	BLUETOOTH Specification Version5.3
Effective Range	Approx. 10 m
Frequency Range	2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
Profile	A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBP
Supported Audio Format(s)	SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3
Supported Content Protection	SCMS-T
General Features
Ambient Sound Mode	Yes
Cord Length	Approx. 1.2 m
Cord Type	Single-sided (detachable)
Driver Unit	30 mm
Frequency Response	4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)
Frequency Response (Active Operation)	4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA)
Frequency Response (Bluetooth® Communication)	20 Hz-20,000 Hz(44.1 kHz sampling) 20 Hz-40,000 Hz(LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps)
Headphone Type	Closed
Impedance (Ohm)	48 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 16 ohm (1 kHz) (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
Magnet	Neodymium
Passive Operation	Yes
Plug	Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug
Sensitivities (dB/mW)	103 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned on), 102 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit turned off)
Wearing Style	Over Ear
Noise Canceling
Ambient Sound Mode - Normal	Yes
Personal NC Optimizer	Adaptive NC Optimizer
Quick Attention	Yes
Size & Weight
Weight	Approx. 254 g
What's in the Box
Supplied Accessories	Carrying case, Headphone cable (approx. 1.2m), USB charging cable