Sony WH-1000XM6, priced at $450, are applauded for their premium design, comfort, sound quality, noise cancellation, and call clarity.
The headphones boast fold-up hinges, premium materials, enhanced comfort, secure fit, top-notch sound, excellent noise canceling, and good call quality, even in noisy environments.
Noteworthy design upgrades include synthetic stone-like materials, seamless earcups, improved ear cushion removal, and innovative hinges for compact folding.
The wider, padded, and asymmetrical headband contributes to comfort and easy orientation, while the quick-release magnetic closure on the travel case enhances convenience.
With a closed-back over-ear form factor, the headphones offer 40 hours of battery life, USB-C charging, Google Fast Pair, and advanced Bluetooth codecs.
Enhanced controls include physical ANC buttons and touch-sensitive playback and volume gestures, with an option for hands-free voice commands via the Sound Connect app.
The sound quality of the WH-1000XM6 is exceptional, featuring detailed, full-frequency sound with subtle improvements in clarity, especially in the midrange.
Sony introduces spatial audio capabilities, known as 360 Reality Audio Upmixing, enhancing audio immersion, primarily for videos and movies, with a wider soundstage.
The headphones excel in noise cancellation and transparency modes, with improved ANC processing speed, efficient external noise reduction, and a nearly perfect external sound reproduction.
Call quality is commendable, offering natural voice reproduction with background noise cancellation, a mic muting option, and the ability to switch between transparency and voice amplification.
While lacking USB Audio and featuring an Android-only Auracast setup, the WH-1000XM6 stand out as a top choice for wireless headphones, despite the minor drawbacks.