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Sony WH-1000XM6 Gets New Sandstone Color, Available May 19

Lena Fischer 1 min read

Sony introduces a Sandstone color variant of the WH-1000XM6 headphones, available globally from May 19, 2026, at $459 MSRP.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Gets New Sandstone Color, Available May 19
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Sony is adding a new Sandstone color to its WH-1000XM6 headphone lineup. The new variant will be available globally starting May 19, 2026.

New Sandstone finish arrives globally

The Sandstone finish is described as closer to the Platinum Silver or Silver versions of the WH-1000XM4 and WH-1000XM3 than Sony's current Platinum Silver release. The headphones retain the same features as other WH-1000XM6 models.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Sandstone color variant headphones
The new Sandstone finish is similar to previous Platinum Silver models.

The Sandstone WH-1000XM6 carries an MSRP of 459 USD (about $459), matching the price of other color options.

The new color option gives buyers another choice alongside existing WH-1000XM6 variants. The Walkman Blog reported the upcoming release.

Sony has not confirmed whether additional colors will follow.

Source: NotebookCheck

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