Sony 1000X ColleXion Leak Reveals $649 Price as Premium Design Debuts Before May 19 Launch
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Updated · Android Authority · May 18
Sony 1000X ColleXion Leak Reveals $649 Price as Premium Design Debuts Before May 19 Launch
8 articles · Updated · Android Authority · May 18
$649 leaked pricing for Sony’s 1000X “The ColleXion” points to a $200 premium over the WH-1000XM6, with sales said to start May 19.
OnLeaks and HotEUDeals detailed a more upscale build—polished metal yokes, thicker leatherette cushions and a magnetic case—aimed at durability and a fashion-forward look.
Inside, the headphones reportedly add a V3 co-processor alongside the QM3, use 12 microphones for noise cancellation and feature tuning from three Grammy-winning studios.
Battery life is pegged at about 24 hours with ANC and 32 without, plus a 5-minute charge for 1.5 hours of playback, though USB-C audio playback still appears absent.
The leak suggests Sony is positioning the anniversary model above its current flagship by emphasizing materials, studio branding and higher-end styling rather than longer battery life.
Why did Sony omit essential USB-C audio playback in its most expensive and advanced headphones ever?
Will Sony's $649 headphones fix the durability flaws that plagued previous models and justify their luxury price?
Are Grammy-winning studio partnerships enough to elevate Sony into the high-fashion audio market dominated by Apple?