The Sony WH-1000XM6 are over-ear wireless headphones with active noise cancellation. They use Multi-Noise Sensor Technology and an Adaptive NC Optimiser. The HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 and Integrated Processor V2 work together to drive the sound.
The headphones have a folding design with soft-fit materials on the headband and ear-pads. The ear-cups are seamless and the shape is low-profile. The compact hard case has a soft interior and a magnetic fastener.
AI-beamforming microphones pick up the voice for calls. DSEE Extreme upscales music using Edge-AI. A wearing sensor pauses the music when the headphones are removed. Charging is by USB-C, and 3 minutes of quick charging gives 3 hours of playback.
- Type
- Over-ear wireless
- Noise reduction
- Active noise cancellation
- Ambient mode
- Ambient/Transparency mode
- Processors
- HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3, Integrated Processor V2
- Bluetooth
- v5.3
- Multipoint
- 2 devices
- Battery life
- Up to 30 hours with NC/ambient on (wireless); up to 40 hours with NC/ambient off (wireless)
- Quick charge
- 3 minutes gives 3 hours of playback
- Charging
- USB-C
- Wired option
- 3.5mm headphone port
- Microphone
- Built-in, with AI-beamforming mics
- Voice control
- Yes; Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa built in
- Use
- Everyday, travel, audiophile
- Color
- Silver
- In the box
- Headphone cable for wired use (approx. 1.2 m), USB Type-A to USB-C charging cable (approx. 20 cm), hard case, reference guide