Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones are $82 off Amazon’s list price ahead of Black Friday

Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones are down to $378 at Amazon, taking $81.99 off the retailer’s $459.99 list price. If you have been looking for a premium pair of noise-canceling headphones for travel, work or listening at home, that puts the black model at a more approachable price.

Amazon is selling and shipping the new headphones itself. When I checked, they were in stock, and the $378 price did not require a coupon or Prime membership. Prime members were offered faster delivery, while standard free delivery was also available to my checked location.

There is a useful distinction in the saving: $459.99 is Amazon’s displayed list price, so the $81.99 difference is not necessarily a reduction from the price immediately before this offer. The WH-1000XM6 has reached $378 before, too, which makes this a return to that price rather than a newly established record.

Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones in black. Image: Sony

What the WH-1000XM6 offers for travel and work

The WH-1000XM6 is an over-ear wireless headset with active noise cancellation. Sony says its QN3 processor works with a 12-microphone system, and its adaptive optimizer adjusts to conditions such as outside noise and air pressure. There is also an ambient sound mode for moments when you need to hear what is happening around you.

Sony includes a carrying case with the headphones. Image: Sony

For long journeys, Sony rates battery life at up to 30 hours of music playback with noise cancellation on, or up to 40 hours with it off. Your result will depend on settings and use. The earcups fold for storage, and Sony includes a carrying case.

Multipoint connection lets the headphones connect to two Bluetooth devices, which can be useful if you switch between a laptop and phone. Sony also lists LDAC support and a detachable audio cable for wired listening. You will need a compatible source device to use LDAC.

The WH-1000XM6 folds for storage. Image: Sony

Check the color and price before ordering

At $378, this is still an expensive pair of headphones, so I would think about whether the extra noise-canceling features and travel-friendly design are things you will actually use. If you mainly listen at a desk in a quiet room, a less expensive headset may be enough.

The verified offer is for the black WH-1000XM6, model WH-1000XM6/B. Other colors appear on the listing, but prices and availability can change separately. Before you order, check the selected color, seller and current price on Amazon’s product page.

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