How to apply a Sony WH-1000XM6 Skin
Watch first. Fit with confidence.
Sony WH-1000XM6 skin installation video
Follow our fitting video for your Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones. Keep the reminders below handy and identify your ear cup and headband pieces before peeling the backing.
Pause and replay each stage. Watch on YouTube ↗
A little preparation goes a long way
Before you start
Check your pieces
Confirm WH-1000XM6 on your order. Separate the intended ear cup and headband pieces without removing unused sections from the backing.
Clean and dry
Switch off and unplug the headphones. Follow Sony's surface-care instructions and keep cleaning moisture away from cushions and openings.
Set yourself up
Use clean, dry hands and a well-lit workspace. Watch the video first and keep your supplied fitting instructions nearby.
Fitting your headphone skin
Use the video for the exact positioning and order. Only fit the sections included in your order.
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Check the alignment
Match each cup piece to the intended side. Check the edges and cut-outs before pressing down; do not stretch vinyl to correct alignment.
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Smooth gradually
Follow the backing-removal method shown and work progressively across the surface without repeatedly pulling the adhesive.
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Take care around curves
Use gentle hairdryer warmth only where instructed. Do not use a heat gun or make the headphones hot.
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Check moving parts
Keep hinges, cushions, microphones, ports and controls unobstructed. Fit vinyl only to its intended exterior surface.
Installation questions
Does this cover the cushions or hinges?
No. Apply each piece only to its intended exterior panel, not across a moving joint or onto a cushion.
What if a curved edge will not sit down?
Stop and check alignment before adding pressure or warmth. Send a photo rather than stretching the skin to fit.
What about bubbles or lifting?
Do not use a pin or extra force. See our fitting troubleshooting guide or ask us for help.