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Sony WH-1000XM6 Prices Slide as WF-1000XM6 Earbuds Debut Nears

Retailer discounts arrive ahead of Sony’s February 12 earbud unveiling.

Overview

  • Adorama is offering the WH-1000XM6 for $308 with code JHCE9834, undercutting recent Amazon drops and Sony’s current $399 listing.
  • Amazon has the WH-1000XM6 $60 off to its recurring low in 2026, while StackCommerce’s open-box listing is $299.99 described as new from excess inventory.
  • Sony’s over-ear flagship features the faster QN3 noise-canceling processor, additional microphones, a foldable design, Bluetooth LE with Auracast, and roughly 30 hours of battery life.
  • Sony has set February 12 for its next earbuds launch, and leaks claim the WF-1000XM6 will add a QN3e chip said to be three times faster, eight mics, a new speaker plus improved DAC/amp, a 10‑band EQ, LE Audio/Auracast, and up to 8 hours of ANC listening with 16 more from the case.
  • Coverage positions the WH-1000XM5 as a lower-cost alternative, noting similar 30‑hour endurance and sound quality even as the newer model improves portability, ANC and app controls.