"It's been three years since Sony released the last iteration of its revered WH-1000X series over-ear headphones, and there couldn't be bigger shoes to fill. The are considered by consumers and industry experts to be some of the best headphones on the market, with high marks for their comfort, sound, software features, and excellent noise-canceling capabilities. Also: The 20+ best Black Friday headphones deals worth grabbing now"
"Like all headphones, turning off ANC or ambient noise creates a more neutral sound that most people may find dull or uninspiring. However, the XM6's sound without added noise features is noticeably fuller than the XM5, which sounds more tinny and grainy. Most ANC-enabled headphones engage dynamic tuning with added noise features turned on, and the XM6 are no different."
"Turning on noise cancellation or ambient sound brings more color and vibrancy, creating a more enjoyable listening experience. One of the XM6's standout features is that listeners can listen in spatial audio on any platform, while listening in spatial audio with the XM5 was reserved for very few music-streaming platforms. Sony 360 Spatial Sound, the company's proprietary spatial audio protocol,"
Three years after the previous WH-1000X release, Sony's XM6 arrive as the company's most advanced and most expensive consumer over-ear headphones, priced near $500. The XM6 present a warm, smooth sound profile with minimal high-frequency peaks and a slight bass emphasis, delivering clear vocals and tight bass on atmospheric alternative tracks. Turning off ANC or ambient features yields a more neutral sound, but the XM6 still sound fuller than the XM5. ANC engages dynamic tuning to add color and vibrancy. The XM6 enable spatial audio across any platform through Sony 360 Spatial Sound.
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