SONY WH-1000XM6 Product Highlights: The Best Noise Cancellation - Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancellation is optimized in real time. Co-Created with Mastering Audio Engineers – Precision-tuned for studio-quality clarity, with every note and vocal true to the artist’s intent. 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.? Adaptive NC Optimizer - Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer automatically adjusts to external noise, air pressure, and wearing style for uninterrupted, immersive sound. Auto Ambient Sound Mode – Balance music and external sounds with Auto Ambient Sound Mode, allowing you to stay aware of your surroundings. Authenticity, in every note – Advanced noise-shaping D/A conversion technology reduces distortion and enhances bass delivering crisp and accurate sound. High-Resolution Audio – Supports High-Resolution Audio and LDAC for exceptional sound quality, even wirelessly. Real-time File Restoration - Edge-AI and DSEE Extreme upscale compressed music, restoring high-range sound lost during compression. Ultra-clear calls, from anywhere. – Six-microphone AI-based beamforming system, isolates your voice, filtering out background noise for crystal-clear calls. Tailored Comfort, Thoughtfully Designed – Wider, asymmetrical headband with synthetic leather for all-day comfort, paired with a foldable design perfect for traveling. Intuitive Controls – Effortlessly adjust the volume and play music without reaching for your phone. The headphones can detect when you’re speaking and pause the music seamlessly. Sound Connect app – Customize noise cancellation, adjust ambient sound, and access personalize EQ settings with the Sony | Sound Connect app. Long Battery Life and Convenient Charging – Up to 30 hours of playback, with up to 3 hours of music using 3-minute quick charge. Bluetooth and audio cable charging supported. Product Features: The next evolution in noise cancellation Powered by advanced processors and an adaptive microphone system, noise cancellation is optimized in real time—so your world stays undisturbed, and your sound remains pure down to the finest detail. 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 is optimally tuned for enhanced noise cancellation and supported by a lightweight carbon fiber dome that keeps high frequencies crisp and clear. Engineered to perfection A specially designed driver 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. Real-time restoration of all your compressed files Using Edge-AI (Artificial Intelligence), 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. Listening to music Dial in your perfect sound with the 10-band equalizer (EQ) or create a spacious feel with a Background Music Effect. Cinema comes alive Human voices, environmental sounds and effects are placed in a spherical field with location data, expanding audio beyond your headphones for a theatre-like experience. 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema makes playback of stereo audio sound like spatial audio in your headphones by using Sony‘s 360 Spatial Sound technology. 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. A personal cinematic experience with BRAVIA10 Enjoy a thrilling Dolby Atmos experience and 360 Spatial Sound that adapts to your ears with BRAVIA and these headphones. 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. 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. Tailored comfort. Masterfully crafted. Comfort you can wear all day with a wider headband and smooth, synthetic leather ensure a pressure-free fit. With supple, stretchable material, providing a secure fit —reducing pressure while blocking external noise. 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. 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. Sustainably crafted These headphones are designed with sustainable materials, including a carrying case crafted to reduce our environmental impact. Both the headphones and the carrying case are made with recycled material from post-consumer waste. Quick Access A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can enjoy your music in an effortless way. Plays music automatically Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones on–no need to touch your smartphone–and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information including appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 with an optional USB-PD compatible AC adapter. 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. Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives. Packaging made from 100% paper materials We continue to advance the adoption of Sony’s proprietary paper, Original Blended Material, for the packaging of our flagship headphone model, the 1000X series (the WF-1000XM5, WF-1000XM4, WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM6). Original Blended Material is an environmentally conscious paper material made from bamboo, sugarcane fibers, and post-consumer recycled paper. 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. Real-time analysis maintains the quiet Our new Adaptive NC Optimizer delivers unmatched noise-canceling precision—adjusting to external noise, air pressure, and even your wearing style for uninterrupted, immersive sound.