For years, gaming headsets have been a closed-off, bass-heavy affair, isolating players from the outside world. Sony is finally flipping the script with the newly launched INZONE H6 Air.
Released just days ago on April 14, this $199.99 wired, open-back headset shifts the brand's audio focus away from sweaty esports arenas and toward the expansive worlds of immersive, story-driven RPGs. Rounding out this spring's hardware drop are a fresh Glass Purple edition of the INZONE Buds and a ludicrously fast OLED gaming monitor.
Finally, Open-Back Audio for the Living Room
Under the hood, Sony wisely borrowed the 40mm drivers straight from its professional-grade MDR-MV1 studio headphones. While open-back designs notoriously struggle with low-end punch, integrated back ducts keep the bass controlled without muddying the mid and low frequencies.
Stripped of its detachable cable and cardioid boom mic, the headset weighs a mere 199 grams. To put that featherlight footprint into perspective, it heavily undercuts traditional audiophile favorites like the Sennheiser HD 560S, cementing its status as the lightest gaming headphone in Sony's current lineup.
Gimmicky EQ or Genuine RPG Upgrade?
Routing the headset through the included USB-C audio box unlocks an intriguing, albeit highly specific, "Immersive: RPG/Adventure" equalizer preset. Developed in direct collaboration with PlayStation Studios, this custom profile attempts to maximize the auditory sweep of narrative titles—though audio purists might still prefer tweaking the EQ themselves.
Because RPG binges rarely last just an hour, physical comfort is paramount. Borrowing the excellent spring-hinge headband design from the premium INZONE H9 II, the H6 Air easily accommodates marathon play sessions. When you actually need to speak to someone, a directional cardioid boom mic handles voice chat cleanly while rejecting unwanted room noise.
Purple Buds and a Speed-Demon Monitor
Beyond the open-back headset, Sony dropped a striking Glass Purple edition of its INZONE Buds to flesh out its audio portfolio. Far more eye-catching, however, is the brand's new high-end OLED gaming monitor, which boasts a borderline absurd dual-mode refresh rate.
Catering aggressively to the competitive crowd, this new display outputs 540Hz at QHD resolution and scales up to a blistering 720Hz in HD. Combined with a 0.02ms response time, it is clearly aiming for the top tier of the enthusiast market.
If you are strictly looking to elevate your single-player audio, the INZONE H6 Air is available now for a highly competitive $199.99. Buyers can grab the headset directly from Sony's website or through major retailers like Amazon and Best Buy.