One of the smartest things Sony does with its flagship headphones is wait every two or three years to release a new version. Let the quality speak for itself for a while, and then follow it up with something that’s truly better the next time around. Other brands that follow annual product cycles might want to consider the same approach.

I say that because the Sony WH-1000XM6 come with lofty expectations based on the world-class active noise cancelation (ANC) and sound quality the line is known for. Meeting them is what puts these over-ear cans in an elite category worth listening to anywhere you go.

Sony WH-1000XM6: Price and availability

Sony launched the WH-1000XM6 in May 2025, and you can find them available at a number of different retail stores and online vendors. They’re pricey at

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