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General

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Series

HD1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Listed in the HD series and in the maker audiophile range.

1000X2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Sony Japan lists it in the 1000X headphone range as WH-1000XM3.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

5088241Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Article number (SKU) 508824

WH-1000XM32Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Page title and product name WH-1000XM3. Colors are sold as (B) and (S) variants of the same model.

GTIN / EAN

4044155249545, 6151043404592Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Maker US store barcode 615104340459 for SKU 508824. The maker EU store (eu.sennheiser-hearing.com) lists barcode 4044155249545 for the same SKU. Both are stored since the product page has one SKU.4Maker product pageeu.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026EU store barcode 4044155249545 for SKU 508824

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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30 August 20185Press article9to5google.com/2018/08/30/sony-wh-1000xm3s-go-on-sale-at-amazon-today-for-349-from-other-retailers-sept-4Read 11 October 2026Article dated 30 August 2018: Amazon starts sales that day.

Status

Available1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Sold on the maker store.

Discontinued2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026The page marks the product as production ended (Japanese: 生産完了) and says Sony Store sales have ended.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Sony WH-1000XM48Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sony-wh-1000xm4-wireless-headphones-officially-unveiledRead 23 October 2026What Hi-Fi says the WH-1000XM4 replace the WH-1000XM3 and calls the XM3 their predecessor.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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$349.994Press articletechradar.com/news/sonys-wh-1000xm3-turns-your-crowded-commute-into-a-silent-retreatRead 11 October 2026Will be available starting in September for $349.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€3796Press articleclubic.com/salon-informatique-tic/ifa/actualite-845173-sony-casque-phare-wh-1000xm3.htmlRead 11 October 2026Clubic France says the WH-1000XM3 will be on sale in mid-September for 379 euros. The source gives whole euros. Tax treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black6Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/sennheiser-hd-600Read 10 October 2026Spec table: Color Options: Black.9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-600Read 21 October 2026Differences section: the HD 600 comes in one variant, Black. The reviewed unit has a marbled pattern that was discontinued and replaced with a monochrome black finish. Thomann lists the colour as Black/Gray.

Black, Platinum Silver2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Colors: (B) Black and (S) Platinum Silver.5Press article9to5google.com/2018/08/30/sony-wh-1000xm3s-go-on-sale-at-amazon-today-for-349-from-other-retailers-sept-4Read 11 October 2026Black and Silver listings.

Segment

Music1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Maker describes it as the audio purist's reference headphone for analytical high-fidelity listening.

Music2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Sold as wireless noise canceling stereo headset for music listening.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Ear coupling: circumaural

Over-ear3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Over-ear closed headset with ear cups around the ears (location and function of parts).

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Open1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Transducer principle: dynamic, open

Closed1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Type: closed, dynamic (Japanese: 密閉, ダイナミック).

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026

Headband3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Headband with sliders to adjust the headband length.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

None6Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/sennheiser-hd-600Read 10 October 2026Foldable: No

Flat and inward2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Swivel and folding structure for carrying (Japanese: スイーベル＆折りたたみ構造). The help guide says to fold the headset into the carrying case.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Fold the headset and put it in the supplied carrying case.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes10Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-600Read 21 October 2026The review describes rotating and swivelling ear cups and gives no angles.

Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Swivel and folding structure for carrying.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Transducer principle: dynamic, open

Dynamic1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Type: closed, dynamic.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

42mm1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Maker text names an exclusive 42mm driver with a 38mm diaphragm. The 42 mm figure is stored as the driver size.

40mm1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Driver unit: 40 mm dome type with a CCAW voice coil.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

16Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/sennheiser-hd-600Read 10 October 2026Driver count: 1

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Diaphragm material

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Aluminum-coated LCP2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Specially designed 40 mm HD driver unit with an aluminum-coated LCP diaphragm.

Magnet

Neodymium-ferrous5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Features list: neodymium-ferrous magnet systems.

Neodymium1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Magnet: neodymium (Japanese: ネオジウム).

Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min12 HzMax40.5 kHz1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Frequency response (speaker) 12 Hz - 40,500 Hz. The page gives no tolerance. The manual says diffuse field equalized.

Min4 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Playback frequency band 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz (JEITA).

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Transmission band (A2DP): 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz at 44.1 kHz sampling, 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz with LDAC at 96 kHz sampling and 990 kbps. The wide value is stored.

Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

300Ω1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Impedance 300 ohm. Maker text also names a 300-ohm impedance.

16Ω1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 202647 ohm with wired connection, power on, at 1 kHz. 16 ohm with wired connection, power off, at 1 kHz. The power-off value is stored.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

97dB1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Sound pressure level (SPL) 97 dB (1 V). SoundGuys writes the same figure as 97 dB/1 Vrms.

101dB1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026104.5 dB/mW wired with power on and 101 dB/mW wired with power off, at 1 kHz. The power-off value is stored.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 V1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Maker states the level per 1 V.

Per 1 mW1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Maker states the level per mW.

THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

0.1%1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Total harmonic distortion < 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 V). Stored as the upper bound.5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026THD <= 0.1 % (1 kHz, 1 Vrms) as per DIN 45500

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Max input power

200mW5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Specifications: long-term input power 0.2 W as per DIN 45580. Stored as 200 mW.

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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EQ presets

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

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Surround (VPT)3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026App sound effect mode: Surround (VPT).

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Open-back passive design.

Yes3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Noise canceling function with NC/AMBIENT button, NC Optimizer and Ambient Sound Mode.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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Hybrid3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Parts list names a microphone (external) and a microphone (internal) for the noise canceling function. Both outside and inside microphones are used, so ANC is stored as hybrid.

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Adaptive Sound Control detects behavior and place and uses AI to switch to the best mode automatically. The NC Optimizer also tunes cancellation to the wearer.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adaptive Sound Control in the app switches modes automatically by behavior recognition. NC Optimizer optimizes the noise canceling to suit the wearer.

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Yes3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Ambient Sound Mode and Quick Attention Mode.

Adjustable transparency

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Ambient sound control lets you adjust how much noise canceling and ambient sound is applied.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The app adjusts the noise canceling function and Ambient Sound Mode (ambient sound control).

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Flat sound signature. Bass is underemphasized and treble is balanced against the RTINGS target. The curve follows the target except in the bass, which rolls off in the open-back design, with small peaks and dips in the treble.9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-600Read 21 October 2026RTINGS test bench 2.3 (review text, public part). The full curve and the other results are member-only and are not used. Wired analog connection.

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Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

-5dB9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-600Read 21 October 2026Public summary: Bass Amount underemphasized (-5 dB) against the RTINGS target curve.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

0dB9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/sennheiser/hd-600Read 21 October 2026Public summary: Treble Amount balanced (0 dB) against the RTINGS target curve.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

250g(8.8 oz)10Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-600Read 21 October 2026Spec table of the 2019 version: 250 g without cable and 295 g with cable. The page does not describe the scale. The maker says approx. 260 g without cable. The value without cable is stored so it matches the maker basis.

254g(9 oz)7Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sony-wh-1000xm3Read 11 October 2026Weighed by HeadphoneCheck: 254 g without cable and 269 g with cable. The without-cable value is stored because the maker weight excludes the cord.

Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

None1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Headphones without a microphone.

Built-in3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Built-in microphones in the left and right units for calls (hands-free). No boom microphone.

Microphone element

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MEMS1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Microphone type: MEMS

Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Omnidirectional1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Directivity: omnidirectional

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Min50Max8,000Hz1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Effective frequency band 50 Hz - 8,000 Hz

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

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Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Adjustable sidetone

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Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Wired analog headphones. The page lists a 3.5 mm stereo jack plug connector.

Bluetooth, Analog3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth pairing chapters and the headphone cable connection to the INPUT jack. The USB Type-C port only charges.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS, 6.35 mm2Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Cable ends in a 3.5 mm plug and a 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) adapter is in the box.3Maker product pageeu.sennheiser-hearing.com/collections/accessories/products/cable-3m-35mm-and-adapter-35mm-to-635mmRead 10 October 2026Maker cable page for the 3.00 m cable: 3.5 mm jack plug and a screw-on 6.35 mm adapter, listed as already included in delivery of the Sennheiser HD 600.

3.5 mm TRS1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Input plug: gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

Proprietary3Maker product pageeu.sennheiser-hearing.com/collections/accessories/products/cable-3m-35mm-and-adapter-35mm-to-635mmRead 10 October 2026Maker cable page: connection plug on the headphone side is proprietary 2-pin, both-sided connectors (pinouts scheme: Sennheiser HD 600 series).

3.5 mm1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Cord type: single-sided, detachable. The headset has a stereo mini input jack.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

3m1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Cable length 3 m

1.2m1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Cord length approx. 1.2 m, OFC wire, gold-plated stereo mini plug (headphone cable).3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Headphone cable approx. 1.2 m (47 1/4 in.).

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

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USB-C3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB Type-C port is used to connect the headset to a computer or USB AC adapter for charging.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

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No3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The guide describes the USB Type-C port only for charging. No USB audio path is described.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Passive dynamic headphones with no battery or electronics.

Yes3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026You can listen to music even if the headset is turned off. The noise canceling function cannot be used then.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Wired headphones with no wireless parts.

None3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth headset. No dongle in the package contents.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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10m1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Maximum communication range: line of sight about 10 m.

Bluetooth

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4.21Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Bluetooth standard Ver. 4.2, Power Class 2.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, LDAC.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The headset supports 5 codecs for A2DP music playback: SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD and LDAC.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Lists multipoint and multipairing.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Multipoint connection chapter: two Bluetooth devices at the same time. It cannot be used while Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa is set on the NC/AMBIENT button.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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23Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Multipoint connects two Bluetooth devices to the headset.

Paired devices remembered

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83Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The headset can be paired with up to 8 devices.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

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Android, iOS, Windows, macOS3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The guide has pairing chapters for Android smartphones, iPhone, Windows computers and Mac computers.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

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BSony WH-1000XM3

Connection	ANC	Codec	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	aptX, aptX HD, LDAC	24
Bluetooth	No	aptX, aptX HD, LDAC	30
Bluetooth	Yes	AAC	30
Bluetooth	No	AAC	38
Bluetooth	Yes	SBC	28
Bluetooth	No	SBC	36
Analog	Yes	Not available	36
Analog	No	Not available	44

Source3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Available operating time, music playback over Bluetooth. aptX, aptX HD and LDAC: 24 hours with noise canceling, 30 hours with both off. AAC with DSEE HX off: 30 and 38 hours. SBC with DSEE HX off: 28 and 36 hours. DSEE HX auto lowers the AAC and SBC values. Ambient Sound Mode rows are not stored. Headphone cable connected with power on: 36 hours with noise canceling, 44 hours with both off.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

None6Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/sennheiser-hd-600Read 10 October 2026Spec table: Battery: No. Wired passive headphones, so there is no charging port.

USB-C1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Charging method: USB charging.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB Type-C port with the supplied USB Type-C cable.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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180min1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Charging time approx. 3 hours for a full charge with a 1.5 A AC adapter.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Charging is completed in about 3 hours for an empty battery.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

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10min3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Music can be played for about 5 hours after 10 minutes of charging with a USB AC adapter that supplies 1.5 A or more.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

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5h3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026About 5 hours after 10 minutes with a 1.5 A or higher USB AC adapter.

Use while charging

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No3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026If charging starts while the headset is turned on, the headset turns off. While it is connected to an AC outlet or computer, turning on and music playback cannot be performed.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

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Buttons, Touch3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Touch sensor control panel on the right unit, NC/AMBIENT button and power button.

Volume control

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Touch3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Touch sensor control panel remotely controls playback and volume.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Yes2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026The app can change the function of the NC/AMBIENT button.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The app changes the function of the NC/AMBIENT button, for example to Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa.

Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Chapters for using the Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and the voice assist function (Siri).

Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026The manual refers to headband padding that the repair service can replace.

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Headband material

Fabric-covered padding10Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sennheiser-hd-600Read 21 October 2026Padded headband covered with fabric. The headband cushion is replaced by Sennheiser service.

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Frame material

Headband with a metal skeleton and a plastic exterior7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-600-review-86269Read 10 October 2026The headband has a metal skeleton and a plastic exterior. The ear cup casing is plastic.

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Ear cup material

Plastic7Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-hd-600-review-86269Read 10 October 2026The ear cup casing is plastic.

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Ear pad material

Velour1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026The velour HD 600 padding is supple to the touch.

Artificial leather over low-rebound urethane foam2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 20263D-stitched ear pads using low-rebound urethane material (Japanese: 低反撥ウレタン素材を採用した立体縫製イヤーパッド).7Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/sony-wh-1000xm3Read 11 October 2026Artificial leather padding and an adjustable headband.

Replaceable ear pads

Yes5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Section C: pull the ear pads away from the ear cups and press new ones on. Spare parts are available from Sennheiser partners.

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Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

Clip5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Replacing the ear pads: place the new pads onto the ear cups and attach them by pressing firmly around them. Press-fit counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear pads, Connection cable3Maker product pageeu.sennheiser-hearing.com/collections/accessories/products/cable-3m-35mm-and-adapter-35mm-to-635mmRead 10 October 2026Maker sells this replacement cable as a spare part.5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Section C replaces the ear pads and section D changes the connection cable. The headband padding is replaced by the repair service, not the user.

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Software

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Companion app

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Sony | Headphones Connect3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Sony | Headphones Connect app.

App platforms

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Android, iOS3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Android smartphones and the iPhone/iPod touch both support the app.

User firmware updates

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Yes3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026The app can update the headset software.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

260g(9.2 oz)1Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026Weight 260 g. The manual says approx. 260 g without cable.5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Approx. 260 g (without cable)

255g(9 oz)1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Mass approx. 255 g. The cord is not included.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

CE, RoHS (2011/65/EU), WEEE (2012/19/EU)5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Manufacturer declarations: WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU), RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) and a CE Declaration of Conformity.

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In the box

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In the box

HD 600 headphones, Adapter to 1/4" (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug, Connection cable with 3.5mm stereo jack plug, length 3m2Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026What's included lists the headphones, an adapter to 1/4 inch (6.3 mm) stereo jack plug and a connection cable with 3.5mm stereo jack plug, length 3m. The global page lists only the headphones and the adapter. The older manual also lists an instruction manual and a storage box and names a 6.3 mm cable plug. The 3.5 mm cable matches the maker EU cable page and the SoundGuys review of a purchased unit.

Wireless noise canceling stereo headset, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C), Headphone cable, Carrying case, Plug adapter for in-flight use1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Accessories: USB cable, warranty, carrying case, airplane plug adapter, connection cable, manual.2Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Accessories: USB Type-C cable (about 20 cm), headphone cable (about 1.2 m), carrying case, airplane plug adapter.3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Checking the package contents: headset, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C, approx. 20 cm), headphone cable (approx. 1.2 m), carrying case, plug adapter for in-flight use.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ASennheiser HD 600

Type	Length (m)	Count
Detachable connection cable	3	1

Source3Maker product pageeu.sennheiser-hearing.com/collections/accessories/products/cable-3m-35mm-and-adapter-35mm-to-635mmRead 10 October 2026Cable for HD 600 series, 3.00 m, already included in delivery of the HD 600.

BSony WH-1000XM3

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C)	0.2	1
Headphone cable, 3.5 mm gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug	1.2	1

Source3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB Type-C cable approx. 20 cm and headphone cable approx. 1.2 m.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

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Links

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Product page

global.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-6001Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026

www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM32Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3Read 11 October 2026Sony Japan product page, read in October 2026.

Spec sheet

global.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-6001Maker product pageglobal.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026

www.sony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.html1Maker product pagesony.jp/headphone/products/WH-1000XM3/spec.htmlRead 11 October 2026Japanese maker specification table for WH-1000XM3.

Manual

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helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/index.html3Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wh1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 11 October 2026Sony Help Guide for WH-1000XM3. The printable PDF is at print.pdf in the same folder. It has no specifications chapter, so the Japanese spec page is used for those values.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years2Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/hd-600Read 10 October 2026US store text: includes 2-year manufacturer warranty. The manual also gives 24 months.5Owner's manualr2.gear4music.com/media/22/229892/download_229892.pdfRead 10 October 2026Sennheiser gives a warranty of 24 months. This copy of the maker manual is hosted by a retailer. It is older than the current box and names a 6.3 mm cable plug, which the current maker pages do not.

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