Sony Unveils New Sand Pink Variant for WH-1000XM6 Headphones
Sony has officially launched a striking Sand Pink color option for its acclaimed WH-1000XM6 headphones, revitalizing the existing lineup while maintaining its fundamental attributes. Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones
Launching in September of last year alongside Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue variants, the latest Sand Pink hue contributes a modern aesthetic to the WH-1000XM6 series.
Collaborative efforts with distinguished recording studios such as Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, and Coast Mastering have culminated in headphones that promise studio-grade audio fidelity.
Enhanced noise cancellation features and support for 360 Reality Audio Upmix further elevate the listening experience.
In tandem with this release, Sony has introduced the WF-1000XM6 flagship wireless noise-cancelling earbuds.
These earbuds achieve a significant enhancement in noise cancellation—by 25%—through the utilization of the HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3e, an Integrated Processor V2, an Adaptive Noise Cancelling Optimizer, and four microphones situated on each earbud.
However, specifics regarding availability or pricing in the Indian market remain unannounced.
Sony WH-1000XM6: Pricing and Availability
- Price: ₹39,990
- Colors: Sand Pink, Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue
The WH-1000XM6 headphones are currently available in India via Sony Center outlets, the ShopatSC website, Amazon, and select retailers, including Croma and Reliance Digital.
Sony WH-1000XM6: Features
The WH-1000XM6 showcases Sony’s cutting-edge HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3, purportedly seven times faster than its predecessor. This innovative technology works in harmony with twelve microphones in real-time, thereby enhancing noise cancellation and overall audio clarity.
Additionally, users are afforded features such as the “Adaptive NC Optimiser” and the revamped “Auto Ambient Sound” mode, which adjusts sound settings according to environmental conditions.
A new Scene-based Listening capability further detects surroundings and user activities, automatically calibrating audio playback and noise cancellation to optimize the experience.
On the fidelity front, the headphones incorporate a high-rigidity carbon fiber composite dome paired with a redesigned voice coil, enriching vocal depth and ensuring clearer instrumental separation.
They are engineered to support high-resolution audio in both wired and wireless modes, boasting LDAC (Lossless Digital Audio Codec) compatibility.
To enhance sound quality further, Sony integrates Edge-AI and DSEE Extreme technologies to upsample compressed audio files in real-time. Additional features include Background Music Effect, Game EQ, and 360 Reality Audio Upmix for a spatial soundscape while enjoying films.
For telephonic conversations, the headphones feature a sophisticated six-microphone beamforming system that harnesses AI-based voice isolation to differentiate between speech and ambient noise. This is complemented by Sony’s proprietary voice pick-up technology, which guarantees clearer dialogue.
From a design perspective, the WH-1000XM6 incorporates a broader vegan leather headband designed to alleviate pressure, alongside an asymmetrical layout that facilitates effortless left-right identification.
The earpads employ a stretchable material ensuring a snug fit that effectively dampens external sounds. Moreover, a robust metal-injected folding hinge enhances portability and durability.
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