How do I use the equalizer on the Sony WF-1000XM6?

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The Sony WF-1000XM6 has a surprisingly robust equalizer—way better than what Sony included in previous models. Here's how to get the most out of it.

Getting there:

Open the Sony Sound Connect app, connect your earbuds, and head to Sound settings. The equalizer lives there. You'll see a 10-band EQ that lets you adjust everything from deep sub-bass rumble (31Hz) up to airy treble sparkle (16kHz).

If you just want presets:

No shame in that. Sony includes several ready-to-go options:

• Bright — More treble clarity
• Excited — Boosted bass AND treble (the classic V-shape)
• Mellow — Warmer, less harsh highs
• Vocal — Great for podcasts and voice-heavy music
• Bass Boost / Treble Boost — Exactly what they sound like

If you want to get nerdy:

The custom EQ gives you ±6dB of adjustment across 10 bands. That's a lot of flexibility. Here's a quick guide to what each range controls:

The first four bands (31Hz–250Hz) are all about bass. Boost these for more thump. The middle bands (500Hz–2kHz) handle vocals and instrument body. The upper bands (4kHz–16kHz) affect detail, clarity, and that "sparkle" in music.

The lazy person's perfect EQ:

Try the "Find Your Equalizer" feature. It plays sample audio and asks you which version sounds better. After a few rounds of A/B testing, it creates a custom EQ based on your choices. Pretty clever if you don't want to fiddle with sliders yourself.

Pro tip:

Your EQ settings save directly to the earbuds themselves. So whether you're connected to your phone, laptop, or tablet, your sound preferences follow you. No need to set it up again on each device.