Sony WH-1000XM6 emerge in Amazon listing ahead of launch
Nearly three years since the launch of the WH-1000XM5, Sony is finally ready to introduce a new version of its premium over-ear headphones. Sony's highly anticipated WH-1000XM6 made an unexpected appearance in an Amazon Spain listing (since deleted), revealing a plethora of key specs and pricing ahead of their launch.
Sony WH-1000XM6 leaked image (credit: Reddit)
A Reddit user also posted a leaked image of the headphones revealing their redesigned headband and folding hinges, which would be a move back to the XM4 design, making the headphones easier to store.
The XM6 are set to bring a multitude of improvements over their predecessor, including a new QN3 HD Noise Cancelling processor. According to the listing, the QN3 is 7x faster than the QN1 chip inside the outgoing XM5s. This should improve the sound quality coming from the headphones as well as their noise cancellation.
WH-1000XM6 listing on Amazon Spain
Sony will opt for 30mm dynamic drivers and is bringing a total of 12 microphones (6 on each side) with Multi Noise Sensor technology with AI enhancements.
The XM6 are also retaining their Hi-Res Audio, LDAC and DSEE Extreme support alongside the 360 Reality Audio with head tracking. The listing also confirms a 10-band customizable EQ, Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint pairing.
The XM6 are also getting Adaptive Sound Control, Quick Attention mode, Background Music, Wind Noise Reduction, and Speak to Chat. Battery life is rated at 30 hours with a 3-minute quick charge bringing back three hours of playback.
The XM6's listed dimensions are 25.69cm x 20cm x 7.83 cm, with a weight of 254 grams. They will be available in Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue. The retail package consists of a carrying case, a USB-C cable, and a 1.2m 3.5mm cable.
Sony XM6 will cost $449.99 and are expected to launch as early as next week between May 14 and May 16.
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