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Sony WH-1000XM6 Review: Back on the Throne!

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  • Published on Feb 8, 2026
  • Sony's new noise cancelling headphones are long-awaited and awesome. When you make the best product in the category, you can charge whatever you want.
    Sony WH-1000XM6: geni.us/IddT
    MKBHD Merch: shop.MKBHD.com
    Playlist of MKBHD Intro music: goo.gl/B3AWV5
    Headphones provided by Sony for review.
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    / mkbhd
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  • @magatsu82
    @magatsu82 8 months ago +21091

    What destroys my brain is that we are in 2025, we can chat with an AI that sounds like a human, but if you want to use the mic while listening on a Bluetooth headset, the audio quality sounds like a Vietnam radio, wtf

    • @LaugeHeiberg
      @LaugeHeiberg 8 months ago +831

      At least Bluetooth is cross-platform
      That's the only praise i can give

    • @Atimoz
      @Atimoz 8 months ago +1070

      Bluetooth has a limited bandwidth, it’s all about balancing.

    • @crismartens2377
      @crismartens2377 8 months ago +281

      Kind of the way mics work, you're talking away from the mic if the mic is at your ears.

    • @SPAHI43
      @SPAHI43 8 months ago +141

      @LaugeHeiberg well it's cross-platform, why it's not possible to release a new backwards-compatible version of Bluetooth with more bandwidth for microphone? We have already LDAC with almost 1mb/s

    • @demivideos8887
      @demivideos8887 8 months ago +325

      @crismartens2377thats not the reason why bluetooth mic sounds bad.

  • @pwrthrst400
    @pwrthrst400 8 months ago +8820

    4:19 The guy in the background should get an Oscar for that stellar performance. Truly awe inspiring.

    • @Licensedbeast
      @Licensedbeast 8 months ago +653

      He looks incredibly productive

    • @Lamboning
      @Lamboning 8 months ago +316

      I was wondering if anyone else would see Andrew typing like that lol

    • @NBaker9262
      @NBaker9262 8 months ago +116

      W Andrew

    • @MisterCDrive
      @MisterCDrive 8 months ago +48

      like is he playing or what LOL 🤣🤣🤣

    • @thesaltywookiee
      @thesaltywookiee 8 months ago +25

      😂😂, is he from Thunderbirds or team America

  • @niksleonenko
    @niksleonenko 8 months ago +3279

    0:20 "The M5s from last year" BROTHER, that was 2022! 3 (!!!) years ago!

    • @TheIronMelon
      @TheIronMelon 8 months ago +428

      I think he meant last gen. He's prob so used to reviewing phones lol

    • @Yfc1234
      @Yfc1234 8 months ago +84

      @tech4days162 completely missed the point of the comment. How old are you?🤣

    • @MetrucTon
      @MetrucTon 8 months ago +24

      @tech4days162 can you point out other times? genuinely asking

    • @BoomerPlusUltra
      @BoomerPlusUltra 8 months ago +31

      Well, last year the M5s were Sony’s flagship travel headphones. So, where’s the lie?

    • @kringgllee
      @kringgllee 8 months ago +6

      @tech4days162why are you on the channel commenting then? try clicking off the video instead, it’ll probably make your life less toxic.

  • @krittbym199
    @krittbym199 8 months ago +99

    thankssss man I'm getting this in 2028

  • @SntYvsLrnt
    @SntYvsLrnt 8 months ago +5678

    man that "cafe" feature is gonna be revolutionary
    perfect for studying, working, reading, doing chores, etc

    • @Muhammad_Zamaan
      @Muhammad_Zamaan 8 months ago +213

      lo-fi

    • @segfault-
      @segfault- 8 months ago +83

      it's been around man this is very basic stuff

    • @surajvkothari
      @surajvkothari 8 months ago

      @Muhammad_Zamaan Literally, one could just pull up a lo-fi video on youtube and there exists lo-fi mixes for nearly all songs. But sure, why not pay $450 for Sony to do it

    • @therealRomeoCasanova
      @therealRomeoCasanova 8 months ago +163

      My thoughts exactly! I have a hard time focusing when it's too quiet or too loud. this seems like a perfect balance

    • @martinjackson909
      @martinjackson909 8 months ago +26

      They need to name their products better

  • @betterchapter
    @betterchapter 8 months ago +2526

    I’ve had the xm4’s since 2020, using them literally everyday .They’ve survived bumps, drops, sweat, everything and they still hold up with no signs of dying anytime soon.

    • @Kenny......
      @Kenny...... 8 months ago +70

      I've had my xm2's for over 7 years now and they're still insanely good! Just swapped the pads and they feel like new

    • @Nøkk6967
      @Nøkk6967 8 months ago +11

      I just head the ear smell... how do I get rid of it

    • @achocolatelily0804
      @achocolatelily0804 8 months ago +128

      @Nøkk6967clean your ears…

    • @Nøkk6967
      @Nøkk6967 8 months ago

      ​@achocolatelily0804 i do im just talking about the smell that gets there when you wear em for way too long. I use them in a hot climate

    • @rikimarizard
      @rikimarizard 8 months ago +49

      Had the xm3s for 6 years and still going strong!

  • @anarfox
    @anarfox 8 months ago +2392

    I have a pair of WH-1000XM3 that I've never used the case for. They're either on my head, around my neck or I throw them onto a chair, a bed, a table or whatever surface is close to me. They're still working perfectly. A real workhorse.

    • @boultox
      @boultox 8 months ago +107

      I also have an XM3 for years now, I see no points in changing them. They're still great!

    • @foxiiss
      @foxiiss 8 months ago +77

      Reading this with my XM3s on and hell yeah, i completely agree. My friends have the XM4 or XM5s so i’ve experienced all the versions but damn my good old 3s still hold up incredibly well. Enjoy your listening ❤️

    • @justinsfunthings8263
      @justinsfunthings8263 8 months ago +2

      same

    • @martinjackson909
      @martinjackson909 8 months ago +4

      XM is a way better name than what they go with

    • @gameworkerty
      @gameworkerty 8 months ago +11

      Huh, well I used my XM3s until the earcups dissolved 4 times each, the plastics entirely degraded, and i fixed them so many times they were mostly electrical tape left before i threw them out.

  • @mangauniversity
    @mangauniversity 8 months ago +687

    07:46 The US dollar price almost certainly includes an add-on for tariffs. Here in Japan, they cost $50 less.

    • @SibTiger33
      @SibTiger33 8 months ago +15

      Yep u right I was in Japan and these s pretty well priced but not officially on sale in Japan until 30th may

    • @echo5827
      @echo5827 8 months ago +20

      That's pretty standard in general for the last 50 years. Prices will always be different around the world.
      Have you considered the fact Sony is based in Japan? Every country has tariffs, if Sony was American you'd pay $50 more in Japan

    • @javelinchyk
      @javelinchyk 8 months ago +14

      sony = japan
      in Bali, Indonesia Im about to buy them for $460

    • @minchansohn3254
      @minchansohn3254 7 months ago +7

      You can buy them for $250 in any market in Korea

    • @jeremyfauchon7867
      @jeremyfauchon7867 7 months ago

      @echo5827no they don’t, if they make it anywhere else than the usa, they won’t have tariff, and so cheaper

  • @naveenreddykarri
    @naveenreddykarri 8 months ago +558

    4:20 no noise cancellation tech out there can silence the sound of andrews keyboard rage

    • @stevenrast4261
      @stevenrast4261 8 months ago +13

      Oh that’s why he smiled lol

    • @FredWallace18
      @FredWallace18 8 months ago +10

      That fake typing in the background lol

    • @Alchemy12
      @Alchemy12 8 months ago +3

      😂😂😂😂​@FredWallace18

    • @LeviewFPV
      @LeviewFPV 8 months ago +8

      came to the comments to look for this LOL that dude is on fire

    • @themartto
      @themartto 8 months ago +1

      the timestamp as well :D

  • @MeetMeech
    @MeetMeech 8 months ago +15529

    The 4s are still goats right now.

    • @tivnli
      @tivnli 8 months ago +1044

      I'm still using it now

    • @lambchops1
      @lambchops1 8 months ago +1026

      Watching this video on my 4s lol

    • @ajanimandara9048
      @ajanimandara9048 8 months ago +440

      I’m going to get the mx6 but I have the 4s and they still hold up

    • @willy7968
      @willy7968 8 months ago +217

      Still using mine
      Got it since 2020
      I have changed the ear cushion three times.
      The headband is bad now though but I still use it in train, inside plane and sometimes when im home

    • @mattylatvala43
      @mattylatvala43 8 months ago +2

      I have the xm3 and never had to change something ​@willy7968

  • @RealOG-007
    @RealOG-007 8 months ago +1195

    I got the Sony WH-1000XM3 in 2018 and haven’t looked at another pair since-just replaced the ear pads once, and the battery still lasts over 30 hours since I mostly use them with AUX. Can’t believe it’s almost been 10 years and the tech still holds up-still relevant, still top quality, and worth every rupee

    • @GRamerDim
      @GRamerDim 8 months ago +1

      they can be powered by aux? I thought it was just for connection?

    • @hiteshgarg9398
      @hiteshgarg9398 8 months ago +13

      Where did you get the ear pads from? I've got XM4 and couldn't find their original pads anywhere.

    • @derekkreykes3757
      @derekkreykes3757 8 months ago +3

      Same, although I finally got the XM5s last October but keep my XM3s around for the gym and housework

    • @jelmervanderzee7245
      @jelmervanderzee7245 8 months ago

      I have the same, only the original jack cable broke down at a certain moment. I realised after that point that most jack cables of 6.3 wouldn’t fit propperly as the ‘input length’ of the cable was not long enough or the width of the plastic was to thick to make a propper connection. Anyone else had the same issue?

    • @kamael1125
      @kamael1125 8 months ago +4

      Same. Although I never change pads. And they are long overdue for new ones. I do have to say, if these were 100 cheaper, I would have purchased them. For 450...that's too much for this type of headphones.
      It's the same story every time. One company (Fapple I'm looking at you) charges BS price for their product. Bunch of Fappists buy it regardless. And rest of the companies says...well. Since Fapple charges this much for their stuff. We can too!

  • @Sunesen
    @Sunesen 8 months ago +20

    I'm still rocking my M3 that I bought back in 2017. I'm litterally wearing them watching this review. I've used them pretty much every day for work and travel since I bought them. One of the best tech buys I've ever made. I could definitely see myself upgrading to these M6, regardless of the price, considering how impressed I've been with the M3's and how much usage I've gotten out of them.

  • @GameDevDiamond
    @GameDevDiamond 8 months ago +229

    4:20 Andrew Working real hard back there lol

  • @klyngersm
    @klyngersm 8 months ago +819

    Still using my 1000xm3 until today!! 6 years of use and going strong. only changed the cushions twice

    • @timwilson7927
      @timwilson7927 8 months ago +16

      I didn’t know they were replaceable

    • @zoraizzia958
      @zoraizzia958 8 months ago

      do you use the mic ?

    • @slopedarmor
      @slopedarmor 8 months ago +16

      also still xm3 here since the 3 was new and hot! but it does have 20 tie wraps on the thing to keep it from falling apart lol, and i changed the cushions zero times! still using whatevers left of the og cushions. i wear em like almost 8 hours a day workinig in a factory.

    • @sean.rollins
      @sean.rollins 8 months ago +3

      I dropped mine and broke them 1 DAY after the warranty was up. Never had the money to buy again, I miss them so much.

    • @tuvu8394
      @tuvu8394 8 months ago +2

      me too lol. Wasn't interested in the 4 and 5 cuz my xm3 felt way more comfortable to wear

  • @FlyWithMe_666
    @FlyWithMe_666 8 months ago +479

    4:20 The ultimate NC test with the guy in the background going full anvil mode.

    • @TravexEDM
      @TravexEDM 8 months ago

      😂

    • @A.YeshwanthReddy110-tc6mt
      @A.YeshwanthReddy110-tc6mt 8 months ago

      😂

    • @StarlordStavanger
      @StarlordStavanger 8 months ago

      best bang for my buck it not getting tinnitus by the time I'm 30. Explore the world, travel, and importantly touch grass!

    • @Rude-Bird
      @Rude-Bird 8 months ago

      Which would be the best for the gym

    • @vondahe
      @vondahe 3 months ago

      Yes, it almost look real when the camera turned that way and he started banging his keyboard like a piano player in a western saloon 200+ years ago.

  • @beastyboy2647
    @beastyboy2647 6 months ago +9

    Thank you Sony been waiting for these since I lost my xm4 in Thailand! Absolute beast of a headphone

  • @Cosmic_cloudx
    @Cosmic_cloudx 8 months ago +850

    I'm still rocking the WH-1000XM4's!

    • @Monocentic
      @Monocentic 8 months ago +27

      same, honestly I think they might last me another 4 years with good use

    • @madsue11
      @madsue11 8 months ago +22

      XM3! and I’m still good with them!

    • @nnevelo
      @nnevelo 8 months ago +3

      Me as well….. My gf really likes the XM4, so I might buy me a new pair of those, as opposed to the 6s…. 449 is insane, regardless of what other “premium” brands are selling for.

    • @Grim-mler
      @Grim-mler 8 months ago +1

      @nnevelo449 is pretty expected

    • @Ttkkn
      @Ttkkn 8 months ago +1

      Lame asf

  • @verjaardagskaarsje
    @verjaardagskaarsje 8 months ago +1429

    The fact that 3:11 the headphones are in front of the text… Every time great details… Fantastic work!

    • @erindalewoodford4307
      @erindalewoodford4307 8 months ago +40

      White on white as well so you know it wasn't luma or chroma keyed

    • @MitchWebb94
      @MitchWebb94 8 months ago +10

      Looks slick but equally, isn't this just what FCP can do with magnetic mask?

    • @idioteq
      @idioteq 8 months ago +3

      @MitchWebb94 I believe so...awesome tools

    • @ultrariz3000
      @ultrariz3000 8 months ago +19

      That's an editor type assessment lol

    • @dllemm
      @dllemm 7 months ago +4

      I’m more surprised that 1,200 people care about the stack order of text.

  • @Berta2Neat
    @Berta2Neat 8 months ago +306

    8:15 bro is just casually dissing every other headphone

    • @DigitalKid14
      @DigitalKid14 8 months ago +23

      Let him cook, he spittin facts

    • @arunchandar2757
      @arunchandar2757 8 months ago +37

      That part made me realise how bad Sennheiser marketing is, because for a lower price, the M4s smash Sony out of the park.

    • @SETHBRUNDLEFLY
      @SETHBRUNDLEFLY 8 months ago

      @arunchandar2757yuuuuup. Breaks my heart how many are missing out, and for less money too. Sennheiser needs to step up their advertising.

    • @IhsahnÅkerfeldt
      @IhsahnÅkerfeldt 8 months ago

      ​@arunchandar2757The Momentum 4's are absolutely fantastic

    • @Numb_
      @Numb_ 8 months ago +13

      He's not wrong. The rest are just over price brand garbage

  • @wizpain1
    @wizpain1 8 months ago +1

    4:18 "hey background guy, put some extra busy in that busy"

  • @bukoshiro
    @bukoshiro 8 months ago +54

    the background music mode seems really useful, especially when studying with music on! i hope these also get added to the earlier generations

  • @4AMO4
    @4AMO4 8 months ago +362

    Removing folding was the biggest fumble of the last gen. Glad to see it back.

    • @dismaldunc
      @dismaldunc 8 months ago +4

      I agree, also not being able to wear them round your neck was a PITA!

    • @nnnnnn3647
      @nnnnnn3647 8 months ago +3

      There is no information in this "review". What codecs, what latency, whether they work well connecting two devices - currently it is a parody of what Apple does.

    • @MrTars483
      @MrTars483 8 months ago +7

      Depends on your needs, I have the WH5 and never felt the need to have them smaller. If I'm home I wear them, if I travel I have them on me, so ye, I see their point in removing the hinge if this increases durability.

    • @dismaldunc
      @dismaldunc 8 months ago +1

      @MrTars483 tbh i never thought of that,,, once again I miss the other guys viewpoint!! I use mine for quieter train rides but pack them away when i meet friends.

    • @MrBakoso
      @MrBakoso 8 months ago

      @nnnnnn3647 I think the majority of customers really don't care about the specs but rather the result of those specs, like the real experience. Other reviewers mention the specs though

  • @yaya-c1w
    @yaya-c1w 8 months ago +405

    I love my xm4s, had them for 3 years and never had an issue, insane sound quality, top of the shelf NC, long battery life and surprisingly i rarely use the case because they're too compact they're either on my head or in my hand bag barely taking any more space than a powerbank, easily my favorite tech product.

    • @Dmsvdmoss2739
      @Dmsvdmoss2739 8 months ago +5

      I literally forgot where my case is😂😂😂

    • @tm8844
      @tm8844 8 months ago +12

      Yes Dr. House

    • @isthhisart
      @isthhisart 8 months ago +7

      Do they sound better on vicodin???

    • @argotheinformant
      @argotheinformant 8 months ago

      mine decided to do this crazy ramp-up ringing which made me switch to the Sennheiser equivalent. I hope this doesn't just happen to all Bluetooth headphones after a while because it really erked me.

    • @VibhavSinha
      @VibhavSinha 8 months ago +2

      Mine made a super loud ringing noise 2-3 times. It made me scared to even put them on. I don't want to buy it again.

  • @ElectroBaybd
    @ElectroBaybd 5 months ago +1

    Love the passion and the amount of effort that you put into these reviews ranking them diligently, simply amazing!

  • @d_e_l_t_aa
    @d_e_l_t_aa 8 months ago +46

    0:20 I didn't know 2022 was last year...

  • @aj_bary2044
    @aj_bary2044 8 months ago +264

    I’m still rocking the Xm4’s I got on sale for $200 and could not be happier with the value at that price point.

    • @aj_bary2044
      @aj_bary2044 8 months ago +2

      @iseeu-fp9po mine have white noise in ANC but it disappears when music plays, I just assumed it was normal because a lot of ANC in different products have that.

    • @tommoex
      @tommoex 8 months ago +2

      If you look out for deals, I managed to get the xm5s for £200. Honestly I have a spare pair of XM3s and they are still an extremely good pair of headphones for even cheaper.

    • @grigoriimikhailov703
      @grigoriimikhailov703 8 months ago +2

      I had mx4 and now it is mx5. mx4 is much comfy and stronger. enjoy!

    • @Mannyxz
      @Mannyxz 8 months ago

      Yeap they tried to copy air pod max 😂😅

    • @Nøkk6967
      @Nøkk6967 8 months ago

      Got mine for 190

  • @alan713812
    @alan713812 8 months ago +13

    @5:43 what's the weather app that is in Dynamic island?

  • @ahmedel-hetamy980
    @ahmedel-hetamy980 7 months ago

    I had m2 and now m4 and when needed I'm planning to upgrade

  • @immersion726
    @immersion726 8 months ago +324

    I still rock my XM4s and absolutely adore them

    • @nivekhd
      @nivekhd 8 months ago +5

      was just about to comment this. Best headphones I've ever worn (got them for Christmas :) )

    • @martinjackson909
      @martinjackson909 8 months ago +10

      Sony would be more successful if they named their products better

    • @wooshbait36
      @wooshbait36 8 months ago

      ​@martinjackson909 Sony always had some of the best tech products in the world, but their marketing is terrible

    • @StarlordStavanger
      @StarlordStavanger 8 months ago +2

      best bang for my buck it not getting tinnitus by the time I'm 30. Explore the world, travel, and importantly touch grass!

    • @DilipChavan-x5y
      @DilipChavan-x5y 8 months ago

      But they suddenly stopped in the middle of listening especially when head turnaround

  • @Zerohearts0
    @Zerohearts0 8 months ago +79

    Hi I’ve been testing these for 3 years now -MKBHD

  • @ClayBowen
    @ClayBowen 8 months ago +334

    ok but the rotoscoping at 3:11 is crazy impressive, white on white is wild

    • @HIHIQY1
      @HIHIQY1 8 months ago +21

      holy crap, didn't even notice that! that's impressive for sure

    • @Ghovilord
      @Ghovilord 8 months ago +10

      But then again at 3:30 they didn't do it again 😢😂

    • @LaugeHeiberg
      @LaugeHeiberg 8 months ago +5

      ​@Ghovilordhands r lowkey way harder to do

    • @azufelll
      @azufelll 8 months ago +10

      It's not done by hand, there is a new feature in Final Cut Pro called magnetic mask, you click 3 or 4 key points on what you want to mask and then the program does the rest.
      I'm an editor on another tech channel and I use that often, nice to see that people notice it tho.

    • @ClayBowen
      @ClayBowen 8 months ago +3

      @azufelllYes!! It’s surprisingly impressive, almost up there with roto brush 3. With a white object on a background like that though I have a feeling some manual adjustments were required hah

  • @RobinLindsey-ms7ud
    @RobinLindsey-ms7ud 13 days ago

    Thanks Marques - very helpful!!!

  • @TPCColo
    @TPCColo 8 months ago +222

    I've still got the XM3's and it's hard to think that these are 3 generations behind. I can't imagine the improvements to the sound quality considering I loved the XM3.

    • @junttajussi
      @junttajussi 8 months ago +2

      Same🙌

    • @AyooMurray
      @AyooMurray 8 months ago +1

      Word! Same here 😂

    • @AlexisMoore-nx6wf
      @AlexisMoore-nx6wf 8 months ago +16

      Same. Unless my XM3 break, then there’s little reason to upgrade.

    • @formation100
      @formation100 8 months ago +11

      tbh I want to take my XM3's and XM6's and figure out if they're actually better

    • @Ratnanjaysarvate
      @Ratnanjaysarvate 8 months ago +3

      I am using xm3 since 6 yrs now and they work perfectly fine. They sound the best, I can't use other normal headphones/earbuds after these. I am quite curious how much sony has improved after 3 generations. But is it worth it ? I am going to use Spotify for music not those professional setups etc..

  • @AbideTheCold
    @AbideTheCold 8 months ago +123

    XM5 had me worried about the direction Sony was taking but these XM6 seem to be Sony understanding the classic "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" mantra. Personally, my XM4 are still going strong and I'll keep these for as long as they function but happy to see that whenever I need to upgrade, Sony has got me covered with these.

  • @not_willdowns
    @not_willdowns 8 months ago +16

    5:20 Ambient sound effect you played is one that I have used before in a song, immediately recognized it, that little beep sound and the female ‘ahhh’ confirmed it.

  • @Thatonegeckowithatophat

    Question. Whenever i speak my headphones just fritz, and then my audio goes really weird and it pauses my video. Anyone have a fix for this or do i have to buy a new pair

  • @jackchilala
    @jackchilala 8 months ago +387

    4:20 is bro in the background even typing 😂

  • @aying25
    @aying25 8 months ago +208

    I’ve had my xm3’s since 2019 with no signs of dying anytime soon. The battery still lasts super long, the ANC is amazing and I have yet to change the leatherette. I wish they had multiple device connection although it’s not a big deal. Definitely worth it

    • @stickfigure9138
      @stickfigure9138 8 months ago +10

      Still got my xm3 also. Connecting to one device really is the only downfall to them. Still get long lasting battery life and quality sound. Will upgrade when they die on me which doesn't seem like it will be anytime soon. Xm3's are amazing

    • @meowertwelve
      @meowertwelve 8 months ago +3

      I still love mine but they're going. I have dropped them a bunch. The strangest thing is that the audio isn't getting worse, the noise cancelling is. I guess the microphones got messed up and they get feedback sometimes. But if nose cancelling is off, they still work as headphones. Weird.

    • @slatteea
      @slatteea 8 months ago

      Same.

    • @mark2306
      @mark2306 8 months ago +2

      Time for an upgrade for me, my XM3s are held together by black tape on both sides for a while now😅otherwise they still work wonderful!!

    • @Darkness251
      @Darkness251 8 months ago +1

      Also got the XM3 since 2019 and the only thing is that the leather on the ear pieces starts to erode away but nothing a 15€ spare kit cannot fix.

  • @ZPSBestProfileName
    @ZPSBestProfileName 8 months ago +655

    0:20 "marks 5 from last year" - were they last year?! I thought 3 years ago

    • @solomonigbokwe
      @solomonigbokwe 8 months ago +147

      It's 3 years ago

    • @rossyboy1980
      @rossyboy1980 8 months ago +17

      You could get mk 5's last year... tenuous, but true.

    • @Kokorowatari9
      @Kokorowatari9 8 months ago +16

      2022 and 3 years ago 😭 can't comprehend

    • @nikolaypetrov9789
      @nikolaypetrov9789 8 months ago +2

      @rossyboy1980 i could get it this year, so they actually from current year

    • @rossyboy1980
      @rossyboy1980 8 months ago +1

      ​@nikolaypetrov9789 well, it's not binary. Just because you can get them from this year doesn't mean you couldn't last year. They're from both years!

  • @avisrivastava9544
    @avisrivastava9544 8 months ago

    Getting the m4 now

  • @FilthyCasualFan
    @FilthyCasualFan 8 months ago +253

    The XM5s were notorious for the plastic snapping at the rotating hinges. It looks like the XM6 reinforced that area with metal pieces which is great to see.

    • @pparks1utube
      @pparks1utube 8 months ago +35

      Yeah, I stayed away from replacing my 4's with 5's because of the hinge issue. I'm going to wait a bit to make sure that the 6's indeed to resolve that issue.

    • @shujogo
      @shujogo 8 months ago +42

      Crazy that marques didn’t mentioned this. It has been daily posts about this on the Sony headphones subreddit

    • @ccotunai
      @ccotunai 8 months ago +5

      It was the xm4s that snapped for me, but the xm5s are coming apart at the headband seams instead. Durability is the only issue i've had with them

    • @pigeon2665
      @pigeon2665 8 months ago +1

      Same happened with my xm5s, but I am a constant 24 hour music typa person and I sleep with headphones, they did last over a year for me tho

    • @prezposh
      @prezposh 8 months ago +2

      @shujogo Yeah, and a ton of bots claiming anyone that broke their's is completely user error and not Sony's fault one bit. It's infuriating.

  • @joelmammachen
    @joelmammachen 8 months ago +45

    Really nice to see such a hardworking person with keyboard

  • @arijitjayaswal
    @arijitjayaswal 8 months ago +19

    Finally I can buy 1000xm4 after the price drop

  • @이마크-r8e
    @이마크-r8e Day ago

    Would've loved these headphones if only the audio quality wasn't so muddy.

  • @kunalpatil4312
    @kunalpatil4312 8 months ago +295

    I own nothing that MKBHD has ever showed on his channel but I still watch his videos.😂😂😂

  • @DavidHauslerProductions
    @DavidHauslerProductions 8 months ago +11

    Lets hope the hinge is realiable this time around.

  • @nvsv_wintersport
    @nvsv_wintersport 8 months ago +126

    My XM2's still work for me since 2017. And with that model you still have the airplane-adapter with the double plug, perfect!

    • @pocketlint82
      @pocketlint82 8 months ago +5

      Just curious, because my XM3s and my gf xm4s still had the airplane adaptor too. When was the last time you flew on a plane that used it? I haven't even seen that plug on a plane in at least 15 years. I've never used that adaptor

    • @melissacurling134
      @melissacurling134 8 months ago +3

      @pocketlint82I flew London to the US with United last year and it had the double plug! So can be handy to have still

    • @Nabee_H
      @Nabee_H 8 months ago

      Been using my XM3s I bought in 2021 (in HIGHSCHOOL)! They were refurbished and discounted since the XM4s released around that time. 4 Years later and the only thing that broke on me was early 2024 when the notice cancelling (which i barely used because of the pressure making me kinda uncomfy) started making my right ear uncomfortable (not sure how to explain it lol). I think that was due to the refurbish as its the same side that the repair was seemingly done.

    • @chrischoy9
      @chrischoy9 3 months ago

      @melissacurling134want there a single plug too? The double plugs seem to be reserved for those using the supplied aeroplane headsets

  • @aidanmann2213
    @aidanmann2213 8 months ago

    Your reviews are the best... been watching you for years. I really like the way you present.

  • @arbitrarii
    @arbitrarii 8 months ago +241

    Still rocking XM4s with no end in sight. Such a solid purchase. I suspect that if you are in the market, these XM6s will last a very long time as well. Quality over quantity

    • @BilldalSWE
      @BilldalSWE 8 months ago +7

      Yes and no. Loved my XM4's but they got the dreaded screeching noise that cant be fixed so I just replaced them with the XM5's (on sale at 250). Still wish I'd waited though...

    • @arbitrarii
      @arbitrarii 8 months ago

      @BilldalSWE that's a good price for the 5s at least

    • @jivewig
      @jivewig 8 months ago +3

      They're the GTX 1080ti of headphones

    • @KM_Loves_Books
      @KM_Loves_Books 8 months ago +2

      ⁠​⁠@BilldalSWEOMG I finally found someone who had the same issue I had with my XM4s!
      I’m still debating on which would be the best replacement. Soundcore Pro or another pair of WhXM4s

    • @WeiFinder
      @WeiFinder 8 months ago

      Which is also great for second hand buyers, I'll just wait 6 months and but these 30% lower used and swap the cushions

  • @MarioGoatse
    @MarioGoatse 8 months ago +44

    1:00 Marques definitely saw that "headphone reviewers for no reason" meme, with the image that's twisting a rag. It's too accurate for him not to be referencing it IMO

    • @sebastiantamayo1988
      @sebastiantamayo1988 8 months ago +1

      That’s was my immediate thought too, he was twisting the fuck out these 😂

  • @AnuditVerma
    @AnuditVerma 8 months ago +161

    Listening this on my WH-1000XM6. Just got them today! These things are truly the King of the Hill. 🔥Thanks for the detailed review, it sealed the deal for me. Sony absolutely nailed it with the comfort, noise cancellation, and sound quality. Pure bliss! 🎧👑

    • @mattk5020
      @mattk5020 7 months ago +3

      Can you listen to movies with them? What's the sound quality like??

    • @recoil.youtube
      @recoil.youtube 6 months ago

      ​@mattk5020 basically the best

    • @MikeMikeMikeM
      @MikeMikeMikeM 5 months ago

      @mattk5020the quality is nice. Watched a few shows and they’re awesome! Don’t get them for 450 tho. I got mine for $300

    • @ithas_noname286
      @ithas_noname286 3 months ago

      @mattk5020 I have the same question. Do they have Dolby Atmos?

  • @adriang9942
    @adriang9942 8 months ago

    Still rocking my 3's and 4's combo

  • @udulkalupathirana9314
    @udulkalupathirana9314 8 months ago +37

    The sound design in this video is absolutely beautiful. hope this trend continues in your future headphone review videos.

  • @torkillindberg422
    @torkillindberg422 8 months ago +12

    Congrats on 20 mil man!🎉🎉

  • @semmelsamu
    @semmelsamu 8 months ago +33

    This subtle sound editing at 5:50 is so nice. Real quality tech videos!

  • @jonnyishere7026
    @jonnyishere7026 Month ago

    The review that I needed. Thanks Marques!

  • @bread3613
    @bread3613 8 months ago +51

    The hell was Andrew typing 😂 4:15

    • @PeterOeC
      @PeterOeC 8 months ago +3

      Seems like savage customer support emails to me 😂

  • @Donutstx
    @Donutstx 8 months ago +5

    I just saw the XM5 review like 5 hours ago and theres already a new review wow

  • @NathanErnst-zs1hb
    @NathanErnst-zs1hb 8 months ago +15

    I BEEN WAITING FOR THIS

  • @Black_Dragon_Tea
    @Black_Dragon_Tea 5 months ago

    Anyone can comment on how the white colour fare out with dirts and marks etc?

  • @uzogsi
    @uzogsi 8 months ago +151

    4:19 "Quick, I must make myself look busy!"

  • @rg975
    @rg975 8 months ago +93

    I’ve had my m2 headset for almost 10 years now and they still work great. Sony makes incredible headphones

    • @polishlanman
      @polishlanman 8 months ago

      My XM2 pads finally started to fall apart in the last few months so I have naturally been anticipating these 6th gens. Super stoked they launched with all the upgrades!

    • @secret1dentity
      @secret1dentity 8 months ago

      ​@polishlanmanbuy replacement pads, they are quite cheap

    • @tomplum2751
      @tomplum2751 8 months ago

      @polishlanman I replaced my XM2 earpads last year (Cost a few quid on ebay) and they look good as new (Although the XM6s are tempting...)

    • @shanemion8123
      @shanemion8123 8 months ago

      ⁠@tomplum2751which ear pads did you buy? I see some reviews about some but am a bit nervous because they say it decreases sound quality.

  • @josenaranjo6533
    @josenaranjo6533 8 months ago +15

    loved Andrew typing at the back!

  • @a-arnr4169
    @a-arnr4169 8 months ago

    0:04 peep the logic vinyls in the back🔥

  • @GlowGlobe
    @GlowGlobe 8 months ago +102

    These look cool. I’m still rocking my WH-1000XM2s from 7 years ago 😎

    • @moshmosh26
      @moshmosh26 8 months ago

      How's the battery life?

    • @dongarlly19
      @dongarlly19 8 months ago +2

      Still ricking the m4s, best ones imo

    • @pande07
      @pande07 8 months ago

      Same

    • @Helium269C
      @Helium269C 8 months ago

      bought my xm3's almost 6 years ago now, still going strong 😎

    • @afg99061
      @afg99061 8 months ago

      Me too, I only just recently replaced the ear pads. I'm unsure how to replace the faux leather on the head band though. Battery life is still amazing.

  • @arafat464
    @arafat464 8 months ago +169

    The biggest competition for these are the XM4's for $130. You get 95% of the performance for a third of the price.

    • @sixource
      @sixource 8 months ago +26

      I have the 4's and upgraded to the 6's, got them today.
      The XM4's are absolutely fantastic and a great buy, but man I have to say, these 6's are far better than just 5%.

    • @A4000
      @A4000 8 months ago +22

      ​@sixourcebut are they $500 better?

    • @jwalkingjon
      @jwalkingjon 8 months ago +1

      ​@sixourcewhere did you get them. I'm in NYC can't find them anywhere until Sunday

    • @donnyspeed
      @donnyspeed 8 months ago +9

      Where did you find xm4's for 130?

    • @WarriorsPhoto
      @WarriorsPhoto 8 months ago +1

      @sixourceWell said.
      Sony knows how to make good sound systems. (:

  • @nnp1795
    @nnp1795 8 months ago +53

    Still rocking since 2017 the ancestor to these grandchildren - the MDR-1000X solid set of phones guys! In 2025 going strong 💪

    • @platypuslord2399
      @platypuslord2399 8 months ago +2

      My WH-1000XM3s from 2018 are held together by duck tape the plastic is literally crumbled and cracked to the point that if I took the tape off it you see wires and inside the housing and that is even after an warranty exchange from the first pair dying close to the end of the warranty. The two things I would like them to change is I hate the finicky touch controls and want a hot swap-able battery.

    • @CSPGameTime
      @CSPGameTime 8 months ago

      ​@platypuslord2399I wish more devices included hot swap batteries, not even just for the charging element but batteries die over time and it would be nice to replace a battery without a whole warranty-breaking servicing.

    • @wolfeadventures
      @wolfeadventures 8 months ago +1

      Me too!!

    • @chucky29949
      @chucky29949 8 months ago

      Same! 3 sets of plastic hinges but still on the original pads lol

    • @alnandr-v2
      @alnandr-v2 8 months ago +1

      Same here! Just wish I could swap out micro USB for USB-C on them as an aftermarket mod lol

  • @iWillbike
    @iWillbike 8 months ago

    I have the 4s and the cable slot in the case is perfect for AirPods so I just keep my headphones together most of the time.

  • @amanarun8265
    @amanarun8265 8 months ago +87

    4:19 RIp Keyboard

  • @Itsdumi
    @Itsdumi 8 months ago +19

    2:33 OMG please roll your cables Marques 😂😂

  • @Iced-Tea
    @Iced-Tea 8 months ago +113

    Been on a pair of xm4's for about a year now. Probably the best bang for your buck option in the audio space in general (and they still sound crazy premium). If I had the cash I would probably check out the 6's, but 500 is a little steep for me.

    • @StarlordStavanger
      @StarlordStavanger 8 months ago +1

      best bang for my buck it not getting tinnitus by the time I'm 30. Explore the world, travel, and importantly touch grass!

    • @nullptr.
      @nullptr. 8 months ago +8

      @StarlordStavanger what.. just don't blast max volume then?

    • @Iced-Tea
      @Iced-Tea 8 months ago +6

      @StarlordStavanger Id rather have tinnitus than have some sort of weird vendetta against headphones by the time im 30.

    • @xentiment6581
      @xentiment6581 8 months ago

      @Iced-Tea bro if you think xm4 is premium sound...

    • @mikeg2491
      @mikeg2491 8 months ago

      @xentiment6581I’ve yet to hear any Bluetooth HP that’s premium sound frankly, they’re all wimpy and anemic compared to a properly amped headphone from the likes of Sennheiser, Hifiman or Focal. I wish I could find one that trades battery life for more oomph.

  • @Justtellmetheanswer6910

    When you press noise cancelling it used to say 'noise cancelling '. New models do a bong and i dont know whats active

  • @nicknology
    @nicknology 8 months ago +20

    Congrats on 20M Marques! I've been watching your content for over a decade and you're the #1 inspiration to me starting my channel. Keep crushing 💪

  • @Jrsup
    @Jrsup 8 months ago +28

    This came out faster than expected

  • @isidown7442
    @isidown7442 8 months ago +27

    I'm watching this from my XM2, I've been rocking them since they came out, and they're still working like day 1. When you use this kind of headphones for close to a decade now and still find them better than most headphones on sale right now, you can't imagine how good one of the mark 5 or 6 must be. Absolute unit of headphones they made back then

    • @Leemillion_xM
      @Leemillion_xM 8 months ago

      Watching this from XM2’s?!

    • @arshedfazal
      @arshedfazal 8 months ago +1

      No lie. I still use the OG XM1s and they are still legit!

    • @isidown7442
      @isidown7442 8 months ago

      @Leemillion_xM Yeah, built in screen and all

  • @CyclingGeologist
    @CyclingGeologist 8 months ago +1

    It’s pretty crazy just how good these are.
    My place of work provides MX3s (and XM4s now I believe) for us and I’ve had them for probably four or five years now. They’re still amazing.

  • @liekes9344
    @liekes9344 8 months ago +58

    I love how many people in the comments say "I still have the XM4s and they're still amazing" because same. I love my XM4s! I'm glad these brought back some of quality of live things, but it seems like bringing back things from the XM4s, so as long as mine don't break ( 🤞🏻🤞🏻) I'm good where I'm at ❤

  • @tukiluka
    @tukiluka 8 months ago +23

    6:05 what song is Marques listening to please?

  • @Nothing-wh2pt
    @Nothing-wh2pt 8 months ago +60

    Advance Congratulations for 20M SUBSCRIBERS 🎉

  • @nexorabolis
    @nexorabolis 8 months ago +2

    I was gifted a set of the XM5's from a family member and they have absolutely been the best headphones I've ever used. If they're on sale they're still absolutely worth it in my opinion.

  • @kanishkbakshi2004
    @kanishkbakshi2004 8 months ago +12

    Man I was waiting for this from so long

  • @rysssssssssss
    @rysssssssssss 8 months ago +45

    that background music effect is insane... i would buy it just for that

    • @malikkelly
      @malikkelly 8 months ago

      You'd really use that often?

    • @CONG001
      @CONG001 8 months ago

      The background effect is software not hardware, you can do the same thing with any sony headphone that uses the app

    • @ameladilovic4526
      @ameladilovic4526 8 months ago

      ​@CONG001only XM5 and XM6 as I know

  • @Car_guy31
    @Car_guy31 8 months ago +8

    Absolutely Love my MX5s. Best headphones I've ever used. Price isn't justifiable for an upgrade.

  • @PaulxAndxChandra
    @PaulxAndxChandra 7 months ago

    Thank you for going in to detail and not just talking about the sound quality.

  • @BlacNinjago
    @BlacNinjago 8 months ago +55

    4:20 dude at back typing 😂

    • @volcalstone
      @volcalstone 8 months ago

      He must've been high. If you get it. 😊

    • @the_three_Jay
      @the_three_Jay 8 months ago

      😂😂😂

    • @chuck7415
      @chuck7415 8 months ago

      forgot his name but he's in the Waveform podcast. He's got good takes.

    • @masinzabasil
      @masinzabasil 8 months ago

      I had to check the comments just to see any crazy ones😂

  • @00TheAceOfSpades00
    @00TheAceOfSpades00 8 months ago +18

    Really tempted to get these but my XM5s are still working perfectly with insane noise cancelling and I've been using them nearly daily for years now.

    • @OMNIRADIUS
      @OMNIRADIUS 8 months ago +2

      I also have the XM5 and honestly, the improvements are probably not worth the switch if your XM5s are still functioning properly.

    • @00TheAceOfSpades00
      @00TheAceOfSpades00 8 months ago

      @OMNIRADIUS they're still functioning perfectly, but if only they folded like these .. I travel a lot and that case takes a whole lot of space

  • @abhaychordiya6489
    @abhaychordiya6489 8 months ago +37

    Background Music feature is absolutely GOATed for me, I really wanted a feature like that. Didn't knew it was possible.

    • @ameladilovic4526
      @ameladilovic4526 8 months ago

      Can you tell me when you try it? That is the only reason I would upgrade from XM3

  • @ndctran
    @ndctran 8 months ago

    So awesome to hear I'MIN's music in the video

  • @simonvutov7575
    @simonvutov7575 8 months ago +59

    1:16 Nah bro that’s AI generated. Marques what are you doing with that wink b

    • @UrbanMosaic
      @UrbanMosaic 8 months ago +3

      😂yah i thought it looked weird

    • @fish00p
      @fish00p 8 months ago +2

      🤣😊

    • @speedaline
      @speedaline 8 months ago +1

      How? Why would he ai generate a wink?

    • @speedaline
      @speedaline 8 months ago

      If u slow it to 0.25 it doesn’t look like ai tho

  • @kenneth218
    @kenneth218 8 months ago +8

    The WH-1000XM6 looks stylish and cool. I have Ult Wear that deep bass is good for me. Sony always develop nice products. Keep up the great work.

  • @lavidawithjoey
    @lavidawithjoey 8 months ago +21

    I'm watching this video with the XM4s which are still a great quality product. The value with the XM4s is phenomenal with a better design than both the 5s and 6s. Highly recommend the XM4s to anyone unsure how to proceed in the current market!

    • @W3bcr4wl3r
      @W3bcr4wl3r 8 months ago

      xm4's are horrible outside. 0 wind cancelation.

  • @AdityaSingh-j3j4m
    @AdityaSingh-j3j4m 6 months ago +2

    How are they in comparison to Momentum 4?

  • @tolemem
    @tolemem 8 months ago +5

    6:00 honestly I would use that, when studying I usually use my headphones for the noise canceling, and I play music quietly as white noise
    Edit: just saw the price 😬

  • @diasporadica
    @diasporadica 8 months ago +10

    6:36 Thats me, he is picturing 😅 in my home office, using the background listening mode for hours.

    • @zen4sen
      @zen4sen 7 months ago

      Same, I totally get it.

  • @Rogi_Pogee
    @Rogi_Pogee 8 months ago +311

    I love the planned obsolescence that’s built into this!

    • @kjrom
      @kjrom 8 months ago

      what u mean

    • @Rogi_Pogee
      @Rogi_Pogee 8 months ago +7

      @kjrom I had the XM5’s and the XM4’s, and the XM4’s headband snapped right where it connects to the earcup. It seemed like there was a metal band inside, but it probably ended at that junction, leaving the connection point all plastic. That weak spot just gave out over time.
      It’s probably an issue with the XM5’s also

    • @SeeOlEe
      @SeeOlEe 8 months ago +6

      I've had my XM4s for 5 years and they still work perfectly with only minor cosmetic wear over time. All my boys have them too and have no complaints. Seems like you are making a sweeping general statement on product longevity with a sample size of 1.

  • @echo5827
    @echo5827 8 months ago

    My xm3 are holding up fine, use them every day just swaped ear cups out twice

  • @harryrenshall2692
    @harryrenshall2692 8 months ago +44

    I bought the xm4's last November and they are absolutely incredible, 0 complaints so I can't imagine how good the 6's must be. $449 isnt that bad when you consider you could buy the 4's or 5's for much cheaper and still get most of the quality and I guess if you want the best then get the 6's. Beautiful design as always too.

    • @totz808
      @totz808 8 months ago +1

      I'm in the same boat. Bought my XM4s a bit over a year ago, and they've been so good, I don't have any intention of replacing them until they die. I'm sure the XM6s are better, but not to the point I'd like to spend the money.

    • @Ehh.....
      @Ehh..... 8 months ago +1

      Don't buy the 5s. If you don't want these new ones then go for the 4s.
      I regret selling my 4s for the 5s it was a downgrade.

    • @harryrenshall2692
      @harryrenshall2692 8 months ago

      @Ehh..... I seen something on reddit about the 5's having durability issues? Not sure how true it is.

    • @harryrenshall2692
      @harryrenshall2692 8 months ago

      @totz808 the xm4's are amazing im so happy with them.

  • @dumpeverest
    @dumpeverest 8 months ago +37

    I’ve just got my momentum 4, and I couldn’t be happier 🔥

    • @SETHBRUNDLEFLY
      @SETHBRUNDLEFLY 8 months ago +10

      Same. Not sure why MKB never reviewed it.

    • @OwOsmosis
      @OwOsmosis 8 months ago +5

      I agree, I got mine a few months ago and they've been absolutely fantastic

    • @jonny7444
      @jonny7444 8 months ago +5

      Had for over a year and one of the best purchases I've made u wont regret it

    • @ramchandramohan182
      @ramchandramohan182 8 months ago +1

      hey guys! I wanted to purchase the momentum 4 last year but couldn't. Now I'm confused between xm6 and m4. please suggest your opinions!

    • @kristo7184
      @kristo7184 8 months ago

      yeah are these better than Sony's?

  • @mcrg
    @mcrg 8 months ago +95

    9:03 what music is that?

  • @aberdeenbelfry316
    @aberdeenbelfry316 7 months ago

    Still using my xm3 and love them.