I’m still rocking the xm3 which I purchased in 2018. I should buy xm6 when it comes out possibly next year. Sony also released a collab between xm5 and one piece few weeks ago so I doubt they will release xm6 this year too. They are charging the collab xm5 for 60000yen after all.
I still have the XM3's because the XM4 weren't a big enough upgrade and the XM5's are AWFUL - $500 AUD and you can't even fold them. I got the XM3's in December 2018 for Christmas - so almost 6 years and they are definitely needing an upgrade.
@@Disillusioned2022 I completely understand that. I had the xm3s before the xm4s. The only reason I moved to the 4s was because they allowed eq changes with LDAC. but my xm4's battery is not great. I look forward to the xm6's and I hope it's a big step forward
@@sifravanloo6972 me too. Fingers crossed they will release them sooner than later. At least your headphones are still working. that's the important thing
@@sifravanloo6972 ohh okay. Here's to hoping we get something better soon. Especially to help with the struggles of your autism. I don't have autism but I am more of an introverted person, so I get sound exhaustion in louder spaces. I like my quiet time. I know it doesn't compare though 😊
I had actually forgotten about the acquisition! Now im excited and really hoping they can pull off planars for the xm6, because as you mentioned, anc planars would be really nice to have.
Thanks for having shared that comparison photo of the two models -XM4 and -XM5! Honestly, I think the XM5's are more comfortable to wear on your head - don't own it, but I've compared it to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra in a shop, and guess what: I found the Sony more comfortable although regarding the name the Bose "QuietComfort" should be more comfortable. Now back to the -XM4s: The thing is, the XM4 has the same shape on the whatever-that's-called (the upside down letter U) like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra where it's more padded in the middle (the part that is touching your head) which is essentially the thing that makes it less comfortable to wear. The XM5s are not like that, they are an even upside down U. Greetings from Berlin, Germany.
planar magnetics on the XM6s would be huge, and should be able to improve the noise canceling even more how fast the drivers can react is very important for noise canceling
@@12Rosen precisely. I imagine the biggest thing they're worried about is durability at this point. But my gosh, I would be so happy to see planars on them xm6
@@SpencersStuffTV i heard the XM5s kinda sucked for durability and weren’t user serviceable. the XM4s were very user serviceable, i was able to fix a broken hinge by myself. hopefully that functionality comes back
@@12Rosen I really hope so. At the minimum these HAVE to fold. As long as people are careful, they will hold up. I've always had great luck with my headphones but I usually baby them
It's with the NC microphone in the headphones, if you take the earpad off and clean the NC mic and dry it, it will fix it. It's because moisture creates feedback.
The NC mics get oil and water stuck in them and cause the screeching/ loud humming sound. Some solutions suggest dipping them in 99% alcohol but didn't work for me. Alternative solutions is to replace the NC mics by cutting the old and soldering new ones. Too hassle and expensive to do in Canada as each mic cost 20 from Amazon and 25 to 30 for a pair in AliExpress
@@SpencersStuffTV I totally agree with you, I'm resisting to buy a new one for this reason, because I'm waiting for a premium version from Sony. They are the best on the market to deliver this.
@@shashikanthpatil2686 it's not a guarantee this is the reason, but I do think it is the reason. I think Sony lost some market share to apple, they need a selling point to get some back. Thanks for watching!
Great video! I'm curious about your thoughts on when we might get the XM6? IIRC they acquired Audeze about a year ago. Do you think we can get the XM6 in 2024?
@@EQU1N0OX thanks for the comment! I think we will get it in q1 or q2 2025. It really depends on what Sony brings to the table. I would imagine they would want to launch soon enough to hit some holidays. If it were me, I'd launch the product in July or August 2025 to hit the Christmas season and sure up inventory. With how well they have sold over the years, I'm sure Sony has a great grasp of the headphone market
@@jessewintermute8031 I hope so as well. They whole portability idea is what makes the xm series so intriguing. Not a fan of the route they went at all. I'm sure they received enough backlash to make a change
planar drivers can move very fast and as such be tuned to produce great sound yes, but its a double edged sword, they have been known to have bad THD aswell as shrill highs 6k-20khz. hopefully they do a good job and learn from hifiman's problems
@@SlipScope you're correct. I'm hoping with Sony's larger amounts of money, they'll be able to work with Audeze to make a solid driver for the xm6. I'm sure they're working on the reliability of the it. Planars can crinkle as well. Some people were complaining about that on the maxwells
planer magnetics with noise canceling should in theory should make a huge difference compared to dynamic drivers, since they can stop and start much faster.
I have the XM3 and the Maxwell, even though the Maxwell is better, I still use the XM3 most of the time due to weight and foldability. Over time, I've learned that comfort and usage is huge. So, I hope Sony is able to make XM6 collapsable and is able to keep them not so heavy; however, with where the industry is going (ex. Apple), I feel like we're going to have huge/heavy headphones being the norm soon and that sucks.
I still use my xm4's more than my Maxwell's, but man, when I'm in the mood for some critical listening, I pull the Maxwell's out. I really hope Sony is able to get the xm6's light and durable enough to allow for more high res music. It just seems like there's so much more depth to the audio on the Maxwell's. Fingers crossed light but durable still remains common. I apologize for missing your comment!
Good video. If only they would come out with a wireless adapter for low latency with gaming. I'd want one. I need to get something by around Black Friday, but it looks like I'll be targeting the Turtle Beach Atlas Air (Open Back) or the Steelseries Nova Pro (closed back).
@@SpencersStuffTV Thanks. I know they are supposed to be great, but I'm very concerned about the weight and comfort is in my top 2 priorities :-). I guess I can try them to see how they feel on my head. Thank you.
@@Belgarath777 I personally think they're comfortable but I do understand. You'll definitely want to check out some earpads. That was the biggest upgrade I made. Enjoy whatever headphone you get! It's always exciting getting a new product
so the sony xm6 won’t come out the year if that’s the case out of all the headphone I have in mind to get sony xm4,xm5,beats studio pro, skullcandy anc2,bose qc ultra sono ace,senheiser momentum 4,jbl 77nc live,soundcore 45,airpods max or wait if they make a new 1 idk what to do or get
With how late in the cycle alot of these headphones are, I would wait to see what they bring next year. Down to it, everything is dependent on what you want feature wise and price wise.
Greetings, I am looking for the best noise-cancelling headphones with quality sound and the rest of the features that are good on average and Sony is going to take a while and I can't wait any longer, which one do you recommend? Thank you in advance.
Hi! I personally think the xm4 is still my favorite due to its portability and sound quality. If you want the latest and greatest, the xm5 is still excellent.
I still have my XM2s and they're still holding up well. They sound good, but my XM4s sound way better. We'll need to see a significant upgrade in quality before I'd consider buying a new pair.
@@James16572 my xm4's battery life is the primary reason I am wanting to upgrade. With as much as I have used them and charged them, they don't hold a charge for nearly as long. I remember having the xm2s. Those things were great but they hurt my ears 😂
@@Anthonyjustbcw I don't know until we see them announce it. At the end of the day, you'll have to decide if it'll be worth the upgrade. I've had my xm4's since they came out and the battery life is suffering now..I'm hoping we see some larger improvements
Thanks for the excellent video. I have a pair of HiFiMan Deva Pro with BlueMini Bluetooth DAC. The Deva Pro is planar, and I have to agree with you on how they compare to anything else. Listening to your video, I hear a more natural voice, as well as hearing more nuances in the music. I purchased the Planar headphones for listening to Classical music, and they do not disappoint. That said, I also own a pair of Sony WH-1000XM5s and enjoy their great ANC and excellent sound quality. My niece also owns a pair of XM5s and was disappointed with their build quality. Unfortunately, her son sat on the headphones and one of the flimsy plastic joints that connect the headband to the earcup broke. I am more careful with my XM5s, but I also purchased a hard case for them for travel. So we're hoping that the XM6 has a more sturdy construction. Ethan
Hi Ethan! Thanks for the great comment. I completely agree. Planars take audio to a whole new level. And with the expanded audio range of the driver, I think we could see much better noise cancelling. I just want that next leap forward in sound quality. The xm4's and 5s sound good, but they just aren't quite where I want them to be. I guess we will see what Sony does with everything. I'm excited to see. Hopefully it's not just a small jump forward.
@@CoffeeFlight I would be okay with that if they had a premium version and a regular version. As long as the features on the premium version was worth the price
@@mrmurdock6994 ehhh not really. it's about a half step forward. It's definitely an improvement, but Sony wouldn't be selling the xm4's still if the xm5 was better in ever aspect
@@SpencersStuffTV The microphone audio and background noise reduction are vastly superior, offering much clearer sound. The flatter audio profile means more accurate sound reproduction, and the ANC excels, particularly in the higher frequencies. It’s widely considered the best headphone in its generation.
@@mrmurdock6994 yes the call quality is better. The sound quality on the xm4 can match the xm5 with eq adjustments. The anc is only superior when it's not using the auto nc optimizer. That was Sony's biggest miss on the xm4's besides them not folding. The xm5's are better than the 4s, but I'm not going to act like they took a big leap forward.
@@mrmurdock6994 yeah we will just have to see. I still think they have something special up there sleeves for the 6. Looking forward to an announcement
I’m still rocking the xm3 which I purchased in 2018.
I should buy xm6 when it comes out possibly next year.
Sony also released a collab between xm5 and one piece few weeks ago so I doubt they will release xm6 this year too. They are charging the collab xm5 for 60000yen after all.
I also have the xm3 and going to buy xm6
@@ShinCodeZero I didn't know they did a collab. Who with?
Still using the 2017 xm2. I'm amazed it lasted over six years now.
I still have the XM3's because the XM4 weren't a big enough upgrade and the XM5's are AWFUL - $500 AUD and you can't even fold them. I got the XM3's in December 2018 for Christmas - so almost 6 years and they are definitely needing an upgrade.
@@Disillusioned2022 I completely understand that. I had the xm3s before the xm4s. The only reason I moved to the 4s was because they allowed eq changes with LDAC. but my xm4's battery is not great. I look forward to the xm6's and I hope it's a big step forward
mine are now I think 4/5 years old but I wear them almost everyday so mine are pretty batterd and was hoping xm6 was coming out this year
@@sifravanloo6972 me too. Fingers crossed they will release them sooner than later. At least your headphones are still working. that's the important thing
@@SpencersStuffTV that's true but the noise cancelling does very little nowadays and I have autism so noise is a problem for me.
@@sifravanloo6972 ohh okay. Here's to hoping we get something better soon. Especially to help with the struggles of your autism. I don't have autism but I am more of an introverted person, so I get sound exhaustion in louder spaces. I like my quiet time. I know it doesn't compare though 😊
I had actually forgotten about the acquisition! Now im excited and really hoping they can pull off planars for the xm6, because as you mentioned, anc planars would be really nice to have.
@@Nonresponder01 i definitely agree! I think it'd be a nice step forward in the planar space
Thanks for having shared that comparison photo of the two models -XM4 and -XM5! Honestly, I think the XM5's are more comfortable to wear on your head - don't own it, but I've compared it to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra in a shop, and guess what: I found the Sony more comfortable although regarding the name the Bose "QuietComfort" should be more comfortable. Now back to the -XM4s: The thing is, the XM4 has the same shape on the whatever-that's-called (the upside down letter U) like the Bose QuietComfort Ultra where it's more padded in the middle (the part that is touching your head) which is essentially the thing that makes it less comfortable to wear. The XM5s are not like that, they are an even upside down U.
Greetings from Berlin, Germany.
I don’t have a headset but I really need one, I was waiting for the AirPods Max 2 (such a disappointment) or the Sony M6 but none want to come out 😭
@@danieladrakecoveich8175 I understand the frustration... I'm hoping we will see an announcement early next year for the xm6
planar magnetics on the XM6s would be huge, and should be able to improve the noise canceling even more
how fast the drivers can react is very important for noise canceling
@@12Rosen precisely. I imagine the biggest thing they're worried about is durability at this point. But my gosh, I would be so happy to see planars on them xm6
@@SpencersStuffTV i heard the XM5s kinda sucked for durability and weren’t user serviceable. the XM4s were very user serviceable, i was able to fix a broken hinge by myself. hopefully that functionality comes back
@@12Rosen I really hope so. At the minimum these HAVE to fold. As long as people are careful, they will hold up. I've always had great luck with my headphones but I usually baby them
@@SpencersStuffTV i also hope for bose style comfort. bose headphones dont touch your ears at all, so much better than sony's design.
This was a great video! Good info and quality in the thinking. Keep pushing it=)
@@Fullflexno thank you for watching! I appreciate the feedback 😁
Wish they'd fix the noise cancelling mics causing screeching
@@emptycl0ud9 screeching? What do you mean? I haven't had that issue
My XM 3's right speaker started doing this after 3.5 years.
It's with the NC microphone in the headphones, if you take the earpad off and clean the NC mic and dry it, it will fix it. It's because moisture creates feedback.
The NC mics get oil and water stuck in them and cause the screeching/ loud humming sound. Some solutions suggest dipping them in 99% alcohol but didn't work for me. Alternative solutions is to replace the NC mics by cutting the old and soldering new ones.
Too hassle and expensive to do in Canada as each mic cost 20 from Amazon and 25 to 30 for a pair in AliExpress
Excellent analysis Spencer. Thanks, I'll wait for the WH-1000XM6 PRO (if that happens).
@@darwingarciasalgado thank you! I appreciate the feedback 😁 I hope there's a premium version. It's what I've been hoping for
@@SpencersStuffTV I totally agree with you, I'm resisting to buy a new one for this reason, because I'm waiting for a premium version from Sony. They are the best on the market to deliver this.
The worst thing is that Sony is in no hurry to support LC3 codec. Which would mean that xm6 would also have terrible latency
That's very true, but I guess they assume people aren't using these headphones for games or anything latency heavy.
@@SpencersStuffTV yep i only use my WH XM4 for entertainment
Oh finally someone telling the reason ❤
@@shashikanthpatil2686 it's not a guarantee this is the reason, but I do think it is the reason. I think Sony lost some market share to apple, they need a selling point to get some back. Thanks for watching!
Great video! I'm curious about your thoughts on when we might get the XM6? IIRC they acquired Audeze about a year ago. Do you think we can get the XM6 in 2024?
@@EQU1N0OX thanks for the comment! I think we will get it in q1 or q2 2025. It really depends on what Sony brings to the table. I would imagine they would want to launch soon enough to hit some holidays.
If it were me, I'd launch the product in July or August 2025 to hit the Christmas season and sure up inventory. With how well they have sold over the years, I'm sure Sony has a great grasp of the headphone market
@@SpencersStuffTV I see, that makes sense. Definitely looking forward to it!
I got the xm5s and I don't really use them at all due to how hard they are to tabs with you. Hate that they don't fold, let's hope they fix this...
@@jessewintermute8031 I hope so as well. They whole portability idea is what makes the xm series so intriguing. Not a fan of the route they went at all. I'm sure they received enough backlash to make a change
Hell yeah this is my kind of video, BIG SUBBED
@@KusholaCam eyyy thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!
Im still waiting xm6....😢
@@privetstreetme too unfortunately
planar drivers can move very fast and as such be tuned to produce great sound yes, but its a double edged sword, they have been known to have bad THD aswell as shrill highs 6k-20khz. hopefully they do a good job and learn from hifiman's problems
@@SlipScope you're correct. I'm hoping with Sony's larger amounts of money, they'll be able to work with Audeze to make a solid driver for the xm6. I'm sure they're working on the reliability of the it. Planars can crinkle as well. Some people were complaining about that on the maxwells
planer magnetics with noise canceling should in theory should make a huge difference compared to dynamic drivers, since they can stop and start much faster.
I have the XM3 and the Maxwell, even though the Maxwell is better, I still use the XM3 most of the time due to weight and foldability. Over time, I've learned that comfort and usage is huge. So, I hope Sony is able to make XM6 collapsable and is able to keep them not so heavy; however, with where the industry is going (ex. Apple), I feel like we're going to have huge/heavy headphones being the norm soon and that sucks.
I still use my xm4's more than my Maxwell's, but man, when I'm in the mood for some critical listening, I pull the Maxwell's out. I really hope Sony is able to get the xm6's light and durable enough to allow for more high res music. It just seems like there's so much more depth to the audio on the Maxwell's. Fingers crossed light but durable still remains common. I apologize for missing your comment!
Good video. If only they would come out with a wireless adapter for low latency with gaming. I'd want one. I need to get something by around Black Friday, but it looks like I'll be targeting the Turtle Beach Atlas Air (Open Back) or the Steelseries Nova Pro (closed back).
@@Belgarath777 give the Audeze Maxwell a shot. Those headphones are stellar. I did a review of them on my channel
@@SpencersStuffTV Thanks. I know they are supposed to be great, but I'm very concerned about the weight and comfort is in my top 2 priorities :-). I guess I can try them to see how they feel on my head. Thank you.
@@Belgarath777 I personally think they're comfortable but I do understand. You'll definitely want to check out some earpads. That was the biggest upgrade I made. Enjoy whatever headphone you get! It's always exciting getting a new product
Great video!
@@user-bb3ci3gn7s hey thank you for watching! 😁 I appreciate the comment!
When the XM6 will be release them?
I would imagine the middle to late 2025. My best guess is spring or summer
@@SpencersStuffTVThanks for your time!
@@Elrehpani you're welcome 😁 thanks for commenting!
so the sony xm6 won’t come out the year if that’s the case out of all the headphone I have in mind to get sony xm4,xm5,beats studio pro, skullcandy anc2,bose qc ultra sono ace,senheiser momentum 4,jbl 77nc live,soundcore 45,airpods max or wait if they make a new 1 idk what to do or get
With how late in the cycle alot of these headphones are, I would wait to see what they bring next year. Down to it, everything is dependent on what you want feature wise and price wise.
Do I wait for xm6 or buy xm5s
@BLUEMOON1894. That's up to you. At this point, I would wait for the xm6
@ what do you think the price would be for the xm6s ?
Greetings, I am looking for the best noise-cancelling headphones with quality sound and the rest of the features that are good on average and Sony is going to take a while and I can't wait any longer, which one do you recommend? Thank you in advance.
Hi! I personally think the xm4 is still my favorite due to its portability and sound quality. If you want the latest and greatest, the xm5 is still excellent.
I still have my XM2s and they're still holding up well. They sound good, but my XM4s sound way better. We'll need to see a significant upgrade in quality before I'd consider buying a new pair.
@@James16572 my xm4's battery life is the primary reason I am wanting to upgrade. With as much as I have used them and charged them, they don't hold a charge for nearly as long. I remember having the xm2s. Those things were great but they hurt my ears 😂
I got xm4 1 and half year ago and im thinking of upgrating when the xm6 comes out is it worth ?
@@Anthonyjustbcw I don't know until we see them announce it. At the end of the day, you'll have to decide if it'll be worth the upgrade. I've had my xm4's since they came out and the battery life is suffering now..I'm hoping we see some larger improvements
You should listen to sacred symbols podcasts those guys talked about it some time.
I'll take a gander. Thanks!
Thanks for the excellent video.
I have a pair of HiFiMan Deva Pro with BlueMini Bluetooth DAC. The Deva Pro is planar, and I have to agree with you on how they compare to anything else. Listening to your video, I hear a more natural voice, as well as hearing more nuances in the music. I purchased the Planar headphones for listening to Classical music, and they do not disappoint.
That said, I also own a pair of Sony WH-1000XM5s and enjoy their great ANC and excellent sound quality. My niece also owns a pair of XM5s and was disappointed with their build quality. Unfortunately, her son sat on the headphones and one of the flimsy plastic joints that connect the headband to the earcup broke.
I am more careful with my XM5s, but I also purchased a hard case for them for travel.
So we're hoping that the XM6 has a more sturdy construction.
Ethan
Hi Ethan! Thanks for the great comment. I completely agree. Planars take audio to a whole new level. And with the expanded audio range of the driver, I think we could see much better noise cancelling. I just want that next leap forward in sound quality. The xm4's and 5s sound good, but they just aren't quite where I want them to be. I guess we will see what Sony does with everything. I'm excited to see. Hopefully it's not just a small jump forward.
Hell no, I hope Sony doesn't price the XM6s at $500
@@CoffeeFlight I would be okay with that if they had a premium version and a regular version. As long as the features on the premium version was worth the price
XM6 도대체 언제 출시될까요 그냥 Bose QC Ultra 지금 사는 게 나을까요
I would wait until the xm6 is announced then make your decision. You don't want to regret your purchase if you aren't patient.
The XM5 surpasses the XM4 in every aspect. The only potential drawback, which is subjective, is its new flat design.
@@mrmurdock6994 ehhh not really. it's about a half step forward. It's definitely an improvement, but Sony wouldn't be selling the xm4's still if the xm5 was better in ever aspect
@@SpencersStuffTV The microphone audio and background noise reduction are vastly superior, offering much clearer sound. The flatter audio profile means more accurate sound reproduction, and the ANC excels, particularly in the higher frequencies. It’s widely considered the best headphone in its generation.
@@mrmurdock6994 yes the call quality is better. The sound quality on the xm4 can match the xm5 with eq adjustments. The anc is only superior when it's not using the auto nc optimizer. That was Sony's biggest miss on the xm4's besides them not folding. The xm5's are better than the 4s, but I'm not going to act like they took a big leap forward.
@@SpencersStuffTV It is the best in the marker for its range right now so I guess in the end it is just a matter of expectation.
@@mrmurdock6994 yeah we will just have to see. I still think they have something special up there sleeves for the 6. Looking forward to an announcement
Oooooh this sounds dope, if that turns out to be the case I don’t mind waiting a bit more, and get my wallet ready. 😅
@@hyperobelisk9593 I really hope it is. I don't see why they wouldn't use the technology