Top 80 High-End Audiophile Headphones & Earphones
HEADPHONE (or "head-phones" in the early days of telephony and radio) are a pair of small loudspeakers that are designed to be held in place close to a user's ears. They are also known as earspeakers, earphones or, colloquially, cans. The alternate in-ear versions are known as earbuds or earphones. In the context of telecommunication, a headset is a combination of headphone and microphone. Headphones either have wires for connection to a signal source such as an audio amplifier, radio, CD player, portable media player, mobile phone, electronic musical instrument, or have a wireless device, which is used to pick up signal without using a cable.
The different types of headphones have different sound reproduction characteristics. Closed-back headphones, for example, are good at reproducing bass frequencies. Headphones that use cables typically have either a 1/4 inch jack or an 1/8 inch jack for plugging the headphones into the sound source.
Headphone News, Reviews & Resources
- 4 Best Bluetooth Wireless Headphones of 2024 - "Earbuds are discreet and convenient to use, but if you want to get the best wireless sound for the money, choose over-ear Bluetooth headphones. Although no single headphones set is a perfect match for everyone, the JBL Tour One M2 comes darn close. We love this pair's customizable sound, stellar call clarity, and days-long battery life - plus, it includes some bonus features usually reserved for pricier pairs."
- 5 Headphones for the Frequent Flier - The New York Times.
- 5 new features coming to AirPods Pro 2 - "Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Mute or Unmute, Personalized Volume, and Automatic Switching improvements will be available through a free software update. We expect iOS 17 and the new AirPods firmware to be released in September."
- 5 wireless earbuds that beat the AirPods Pro 2 on sound - "Despite being one of the best wireless earbuds around thanks to great audio features that include personalized options such as noise cancelling and spatial audio, Apple's AirPods Pro 2 aren't known for having the best sound."
- 6 underused AirPods tips & tricks I use to improve my listening experience - "Here are six awesome AirPods Pro (1st generation and 2nd generation) features, the first four of which also support AirPods (3rd generation), that are very underused. 1 Rename your AirPods. Something to make them easy identifiable. 2 Answer phone calls. Also, end them. 3 Mute yourself during calls. With a single press. 4 Customize your tap gestures. Press and hold. 5 Personalized volume. Automatically volume based on your environment. 6 Conversation awareness. Lower volume when you speak."
- 9 best AirPod tips & tricks for new earbud owners - "Find everything you need to know about getting the most from your AirPods."
- 9 best workout headphones - "From our friends at The Strategist, here are the best workout headphones, according to athletes."
- 9 of the World’s Most Outrageously Expensive Headphones - Wired.
- 10 AirPods Pro Tricks You Should Be Taking Advantage of Every Day - "There's a lot you can do with Apple's AirPods Pro. Here's how to make them work best for you."
- 11 AirPods Tips & Tricks You Should Know About - Forbes.
- 11 tips & tricks for your new Apple AirPods - CNET.
- 12 best Apple Airpods tips & tricks - Stuff.
- 15 Best AirPods Accessories You Can Buy in 2021 - "Nowadays, you’d be hard-pressed to find a handful of people walking down your local street that don’t own a pair of Apple’s flagship wireless earphones, and the same applies to their pro-iteration or maxed-out over-ears. Moreover, spending well over $150 on something so fragile and not doing everything in your power to refrain from damaging it is simply ludicrous. As the same applies to each of Apple’s other gadgets, countless companies have had their hand in mindfully crafting accessories to protect your AirPods. Furthermore, it’s only fitting that we provide a mindful breakdown of the best ones on the market, so take a look for yourself at the best AirPods accessories below and remember to protect your pods."
- 15 Favorite Wireless Headphones, From Bose to Beats - Wired.
- 16 best headphones of the 21st century - "Somewhat ashamedly, years after we have created lists for the best speakers, turntables and stereo amplifiers of this century, it is well and truly time to salute what are, in our books, the very best headphones of the past 23 years." What Hi-Fi?
- 17 of the best Dolby Atmos movie scenes to test your home cinema sound - "It could be in your soundbar; it might be on your phone; soon, you may even find it in your car. Dolby Atmos is seemingly everywhere. But even if you have equipment that supports 3D audio playback, what should you watch to make sure you get the most of it? We have selected some of our favourites film scenes that show the flexibility of Dolby Atmos and let your system, whether a soundbar or full AV amp and speaker system, hit the greatest heights."
- $19 EarPods are a smarter purchase than the $549 AirPods Max - "Lossless and USB-C for less than $20. When Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 series with USB-C last week, the company didn’t forget about wired headphone fans. Apple updated its EarPods for the first time since 2016, giving them a USB-C connector too - and if you need a pair of headphones, you might want to give them a look."
- $35 case lets you attach an AirTag to your AirPods Pro - "You could also wait for iOS 15."
- 50 Headphone Brands ranked from best to worst - based on more than 500,000 customer reviews.
- $269 earbuds that don't play music (but they might just lull you to sleep) - "The QuietOn 3 sleep earbuds do one thing, and they do it very well."
- 2022 Editors' Choice: My Favorite Headphones - "If your budget for headphones or IEMs falls below $800, my favorite headphones of 2022 might be worth checking out." ecoustics.
- A guide to audiophile terminology - "The realm of audiophile forums might leave you more perplexed than enlightened. Fear not! This guide is your practical companion, unravelling the mysteries of the terminology surrounding audiophile turntables."
- Adaptive Audio for AirPods - what it is & how it works - "Everything we know about the new AirPods feature."
- Adidas’ new solar headphones can also be charged by your bedroom light - "The RPT-02 SOL wireless headphones also feature 80 hours of stored playtime."
- Adidas’ workout headphones sound almost as stylish as they look - "They're made by the same company behind Urbanears and Marshall."
- AirFly connects your AirPods to anything with a headphone jack - "Perfect for in-flight entertainment, gym treadmills and more."
- AirPods 3 from an AirPods Pro user’s perspective - "Ever since I put my hands on AirPods Pro, I’ve been almost an advocate for their qualities. Not only because they fit perfectly in my ears but because I wanted to have ANC when on a bus or a plane, and the second-generation AirPods didn’t give me that. After two years of using AirPods Pro, I finally had the chance to try AirPods 3, and here are my impressions of these wireless earbuds."
- AirPods 3 vs. AirPods Pro - "Apple's long-awaited third-generation AirPods launched yesterday alongside new MacBook Pro models, and we picked up a pair to compare them to the AirPods Pro. If you're wondering whether you should choose the AirPods Pro or the AirPods 3 when buying AirPods for the first time or upgrading, this comparison video should help."
- AirPods are no longer cool, claim people who can't afford them - "According to the Wall Street Journal, AirPods have 'become too widespread to be cool.' Celebrities you haven't heard of, have apparently been taking a stand against all wireless earbuds, and staying firmly wired."
- ampsandsound - since 2013. "Our headphone amplifiers are the truest expression of our mission to bring tested designs and minimalist values to personal audio. We have chosen to utilize only single-ended, zero feedback tube designs to bring back warmth and musicality to personal audio. Each model balances the desire for power, the need for quiet operation and the desire for wide bandwidth. The ampsandsound sonic signature closely approximates the best aspects of the classic tube sound of the 50's (maximum midrange bloom), supplementing it with a modern bass signature and transient speed. We have chosen a few of our favorite designs to bring to market."
- AirPods are being upgraded with powerful accessibility features - "Apple’s adding a ‘seamless hands-free experience’ to control Siri with AirPods."
- AirPods are earplugs now - "Noise-canceling wireless earbuds aren’t just great for listening to music or podcasts - they are also great for turning down the volume of the world around you."
- AirPods Max are getting left behind, so are new Apple headphones coming this year? - "Adaptive Audio and other genuinely useful new features are exclusive to the second-gen AirPods Pro. How long will Apple wait before turning its attention back to headphones?"
- AirPods Pro: A $249 product so good you're willing to risk losing it - CNN.
- AirPods Pro Conversation Boost - "AirPods Pro can help you hear conversations better after recent firmware update."
- AirPods Pro getting free upgrade with a hidden new audio feature - "It enables you to further adjust the level of cancellation and/or transparency yourself. Options to 'remove more noise' and 'remove less noise' have been spotted and could therefore appear in a full firmware release later this year."
- AirPods Pro owners complain of worse noise cancellation after firmware updates - "Some people are convinced Apple’s latest earbuds worked better at launch."
- AirPods Pro recall: How to check if yours are eligible for replacement - "If your AirPods Pro see noise cancellation not working, loss of bass, crackling and static, or an increase in background sounds, they may be covered under the AirPods recall."
- AirPods Pro review: a touch of Apple magic - "Good sound, solid battery life and effective noise cancelling wrapped up in a tiny, potent package."
- AirPods Pro 2 Review - "Is Apple’s Next-Level Noise Cancelling Worth It? They cancel more noise, sound better and last longer - yes, it’s an iterative update but if your Pros are ageing or you’re replacing earphones from another brand, you can’t go wrong with these."
- AIRPODS (THIRD-GEN) REVIEW: NEW DESIGN, SAME APPEAL - "The new regular AirPods get a lot right even before the gimmicky spatial audio part."
- AirPods Pro Tricks You Should Be Using Every Day - "With spatial audio, transparency mode and active noise cancellation, there's a lot you can do with the AirPods Pro."
- AirPods Pro 2 are the new gold standard for Apple earbuds - "The AirPods Pro 2 are as good as it gets for Apple users, offering some of the best sound, controls and active noise cancellation you can find in a pair of buds."
- AirPods review: the best non-isolating wireless earbuds, but only for Apple - The Guardian.
- AirSnap - "Carry your AirPods in a leather road case." AirSnap is a full-grain leather case tailored to protect your AirPods while also keeping them close at hand.
- AMAZON ECHO BUDS REVIEW: FANTASTIC SOUND QUALITY & ALEXA IN YOUR EAR - "Amazon’s first truly wireless earbuds exceed expectations."
- Amazon plans headphones that know when someone says your name - The Guardian.
- Amazon’s Echo Buds sound good and are great at noise reduction - "Amazon is taking Alexa’s show on the road with its new Echo Buds, truly wireless headphones that pair with a connected smartphone and promise to offer the full Alexa experience."
- Anker Zolo Liberty+ wireless earbuds review: right & wrong - The Verge.
- Apollo 7s are some of the tiniest wireless earbuds around - The Verge.
- Apple AirPlay 2 - everything you need to know - What Hi-Fi?
- APPLE AIRPODS MAX FIRST LOOK: LOTS TO PROVE - "At $549, they need to deliver more than just good sound."
- Apple AirPods Max review: Expensive headphones with untapped potential - "Great sound, handy features and a heavy dose of Apple design."
- APPLE AIRPODS MAX REVIEW: LUXURIOUS SOUND FOR A LUXURY PRICE - "Apple’s over-ear headphones have tremendous build quality and sound, but there’s no denying they’re expensive."
- Apple AirPods Max review: stunning sound, painful price - "Top luxury noise-cancelling Bluetooth headphones - but at a price that demands perfection."
- Apple AirPods Pro 2 Patent Reveals Jaw-Dropping New Upgrade - "A new patent for AirPods Pro shows Apple is thinking of a way of controlling future earbuds in a wholly new way which could arrive as soon as the next version of headphones, presumably called AirPods Pro 2."
- Apple AirPods Pro hands-on: I can already hear the difference - "They make my commute on the subway considerably less awful."
- Apple AirPods Pro (second-gen) review: same look, better everything else - "Redesigned inside but not out, the new AirPods Pro are destined to be another hit - even if the magic is waning."
- APPLE AIRPODS SECOND-GEN REVIEW: EVEN MORE WIRELESS - "The new AirPods look and sound familiar, but have a couple new tricks."
- Apple AirPods: the audiophile review - "One reviewer’s belated discovery of Apple’s best first-gen product in years."
- APPLE AIRPODS (THIRD-GEN) REVIEW: NEW DESIGN, SAME APPEAL - "The new regular AirPods get a lot right even before the gimmicky spatial audio part."
- Apple announces $549 AirPods Max noise-canceling headphones, coming December 15th - "The long-rumored headphones are Apple’s end-of-year hardware surprise."
- Apple announces AirPods Pro with noise cancellation - "They cost $249."
- Apple explains how AirPods Max low-power modes work - "No, you don't need the Smart Case to enter low power mode."
- Apple is testing AirPods as HEARING AIDS - "Apple is looking at ways to make its AirPods more than just conduits for music and podcasts. The tech giant wants to see the wireless earbuds utilized as thermometers, hearing aids and even monitor a person's posture."
- Apple knows you keep losing your AirPods - engadget.
- Apple Plans Upgrades to Popular AirPods Headphones - Bloomberg.
- Apple spatial audio: what is it? How do you get it? - "Everything you need to know about Apple’s newly released 3D audio tech."
- Apple unveils AirPods Max, its first over-ear noise-cancelling headphones - 14 photos. engadget.
- Apple will extend the lifespan of your AirPods by choosing when they charge - "Apple previously released a similar feature on iPhones and MacBooks."
- Apple’s $549 AirPods Max can’t play lossless Apple Music - even when plugged in - "But Apple Music’s new spatial audio feature will work on all AirPods."
- Apple’s AirPods make me feel like an alien - The Verge.
- Apple’s AirPods Pro hearing health features are as good as they sound - "The AirPods Pro 2 will soon offer more robust hearing protection and a new hearing aid feature. But it’s the hearing test that really hooked me."
- Apple’s AirPods 2 - "Everything we think we know about Apple’s wildly successful AirPods."
- Apple’s new $19 EarPods are a smarter purchase than the $549 AirPods Max - "Lossless and USB-C for less than $20. When Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 series with USB-C last week, the company didn’t forget about wired headphone fans. Apple updated its EarPods for the first time since 2016, giving them a USB-C connector too - and if you need a pair of headphones, you might want to give them a look."
- Apple's new AirPods won't have to be taken out of your ears as often, thanks to sophisticated AI - "Instead of taking out your AirPods or turning off noise-canceling entirely when you're navigating a treacherous street or having a conversation with a co-worker, users can now leave in their AirPods and rely on Apple's software to intelligently decide what the user needs to hear."
- Apple's new headphones cost about half a Peloton bike - "On Tuesday, the company rolled out its very, very expensive over-ear AirPods Max and announced a launch date for its Fitness+ subscription fitness service."
- Apple's New iPads Are a Mess for Music Lovers. Here's How to Fix Your Headphone Headaches - "Unlike Apple’s previous tablets, the new iPads ditch the company’s proprietary Lightning port and the 3.5mm headphone jack for the more versatile USB-C port. While that’s great for connecting to other accessories, it’s a real frustration when it comes to using headphones."
- Apple’s new research shows that Respiratory Rate can be monitored using AirPods or wearables with Audio - "According to a new research paper published in the Machine Learning Research section of Apple and Cornell University’s arxiv.org, researchers at the Cupertino giant can now estimate Respiratory Rate (RR) from breath audio."
- Apple’s new spatial audio feature turns the AirPods Pro into a home theater for your ears - "Spatial audio and auto switching are genuinely useful new tricks."
- Apple’s next AirPods Pro may check your hearing health & take your temperature - "Along with switching to USB-C, Apple could be adding new health features - but we may not see them soon."
- Apple's planning a major new feature for AirPods Pro - "Apple could be planning to expand AirPods Pro's feature set with a software update. The new mode would join features like Live Listen and Conversation Booster."
- Apple’s Spatial Audio is a music revolution, but you'll need to ditch the headphones - "The emergence of streaming Atmos music makes for a thrilling experience - if you do it right."
- Are the Airpods Max the Latest Celebrity “It” Item? - "New year, new headphones. This appears to be the case as Apple’s Airpods Max fast becomes the chunky, oversized flex of the moment. Celebrities such as Bella Hadid, Timothée Chalamet, Sarah Jessica Parker, and others have adopted the over-the-ear headphones as their off-duty wardrobe staples. When worn over a cozy beanie or a pulled-up hoodie, the headphones signify a casual and unfussy luxury."
- Ascape Audio's earbuds boast wireless sound in a convenient package - engadget.
- Astell & Kern UW100 Review - "If you’re an audio nerd who has been craving the convenience of wireless earbuds, this premium pair is the pick for you."
- Audeze adds a closed-back version of one of its best pairs of headphones - "Essentially, it’s the LCD2 Classic with a closed-back design."
- Audeze gets super serious about gaming audio with $899 LCD-GX - The Verge.
- AUDEZE LCD2 CLASSIC REVIEW: THESE CANS WILL TURN YOU INTO AN AUDIOPHILE - The Verge.
- Audeze’s terrifying iSine 10 headphones sound terrific - The Verge.
- Audio-Technica MX50xBT2 headphones review: Super natural sound - "If you want supremely natural sound quality, with great balance and bass that also booms, then these over-ears are exemplary. However there's no active noise-cancellation (ANC) which will be a must-have for many buyers these days."
- AUDIO-TECHNICA R70X REVIEW: THE DEFINITION OF NEUTRAL HEADPHONES - The Verge.
- Auracast broadcast audio - "Auracast broadcast audio is a new Bluetooth capability that will deliver life-changing audio experiences."
- B&O Beoplay H8i & H9i headphones review: Diminishing returns - "The updates are nice, but there are better, more affordable options."
- B&O made a wireless charging case for its all-wireless earphones - "Matching charging pads will be available for the stylish leather cases."
- B&O PLAY BEOPLAY E8 WIRELESS EARBUDS REVIEW - The Verge.
- B&O Play Beoplay Earset review: discomfort by design - The Verge.
- B&O’s First Wireless Earphones Are Clever Little Devils - engadget.
- B&O Unveils Its First Pair Of Sporty True Wireless Earphones - "Achingly cool audio brand, Bang & Olufsen, has announced that it is releasing a brand-new pair of true-wireless sports earphones. The Beoplay E8 Sport in the Danish company’s first pair of true-wireless sports earphones and is aimed at professional athletes and casual runners who need music to keep them going while they train."
- Bang & Olufsen Beoplay E8 true wireless earbuds review - "$350 is too much for premium buds that are missing some major features."
- Bang & Olufsen Beoplay Portal (Xbox / PS5) review - "The Beoplay Portal is a premium gaming headset with one too many caveats."
- Bang & Olufsen is getting rid of its B&O Play branding - "Everything will just be a Bang & Olufsen product now."
- bang & olufsen joins with ferrari to launch collection of audio products - "Bang & Olufsen and Ferrari's collaboration marks two renowned brands coming together for a moment in history."
- Bang & Olufsen's BeoPlay H95s are money-no-object wireless headphones - "They offer active noise cancellation and 38 hours of battery life for $800."
- Bang & Olufsen's H6 are my new benchmark for portable headphones - The Verge.
- BEATS ANNOUNCES SOLO PRO ON-EAR HEADPHONES WITH NOISE CANCELLATION - "Think of them as the Solo 4 Wireless."
- Beats Flex review: Apple's budget Bluetooth earbuds - "Tried and tested neckband wireless earbuds have more cable than AirPods but at less than half the price."
- Beats PowerBeats Pro review: Apple's fitness AirPods rock - "Bluetooth earbuds have long battery life, rock-solid connectivity and stay firmly planted on your ear."
- BEATS POWERBEATS REVIEW: RELIABLE WIRE - "If you’re not sold on true wireless earbuds, the Powerbeats make a compelling case."
- Beats Solo Pro review: Apple's on-ear noise cancelling headphones - "Good sound, battery and noise cancelling, with attractive design and Apple’s H1 chip with Siri and cross-device connectivity."
- BEATS SOLO PRO REVIEW: BEAT THE NOISE - "If they fit you comfortably, these are the best Beats headphones yet."
- BEATS STUDIO BUDS REVIEW: APPLE EARBUDS THAT EMBRACE ANDROID - "Beats tried to do a lot at once - probably too much - with its new earbuds."
- Best 7 Air Tube Headsets in 2019 [Facts Explained] - "Air tube headset differ from its conventional counterpart. It provides a different medium for sound to travel from the device to your ears. The headsets that come with your iPhone or Galaxy device feature wired connections. Due to these wired connections, your head is excessively exposed to EMF radiation."
- best $200 in-ear headphones - engadget.
- Best Accessories for Your AirPods Max - "The AirPods Max are one of the most popular noise-canceling headphones. These are the best accessories to go with it."
- Best Audiophile Over-Ear Headphones (Wired) of 2022 - "The best audiophile headphones of 2022 include some smaller brands you might not know."
- best Bluetooth headset - engadget.
- Best Headphones 2022 - Part-Time Audiophile.
- best headphones for music lovers - The Telegraph.
- Best Noise-Canceling Headphones 2021 - "Whether they're over-ears or earbuds, our favorite picks will help add some serenity to your day."
- Best noise-cancelling headphones for working from home - "Owning a decent headset can really help if you need some peace during the coronavirus lockdown."
- Best Over-Ear Headphones - The Wirecutter.
- Best over-the-ear headphones of 2015 - CNET.
- best test tracks to trial your hi-fi system - "Test tracks that are particularly telling of a system's talents."
- Best true wireless earbuds 2020: AirPods, Samsung, Jabra, Bose, Beats & Anker compared & ranked - "Our updated list of great Bluetooth truly wireless earbuds - at the best prices right now."
- Best Wireless Earbuds - The Wirecutter.
- Best Wireless Earbuds 2021 - "Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled."
- BEST WIRELESS EARBUDS TO BUY IN 2019 - "True wireless earbuds from Beats, Sony, and others overcame the downsides of older models this year."
- best wireless earbuds you can buy right now 2020 - "Noise-canceling, sport models and budget options galore."
- best wireless headphones you can buy right now 2021 - "And not all of them will break the bank."
- best wireless TV headphones - "Try Sennheiser or Power Acoustik."
- best wireless workout headphones 2022 you can buy - "We tested for comfort, ease of use, battery life and water resistance." engadget.
- Blue raises the bar for wireless audio with its Satellite headphones - engadget.
- Best Running Headphones - The Wirecutter.
- Best true wireless earbuds: AirPods, Samsung, Jabra and Anker compared & ranked - "Our updated list of great bluetooth truly wireless earbuds - at the best prices right now."
- best wireless workout headphones - engadget.
- Best Wireless Workout Headphones - The Wirecutter.
- BEYERDYNAMIC FREE BYRD EARBUDS REVIEW: SOARING SOUND & LONG BATTERY LIFE - "For a first effort, there’s a lot to like about Beyerdynamic’s $250 buds."
- Beyerdynamic’s new earphones are designed to lie comfortably flat in your ears - "The Byrd series has wired and wireless options."
- BLUE SADIE HEADPHONES review - Wired.
- Bluetooth audio’s biggest upgrade in years is coming soon to headphones - "First announced in 2020, the LE Audio spec has now been completed."
- Bluetooth bandwidth set to double, opening a path for video & lossless audio - "Bluetooth, the technology that powers the wireless data connections between billions of devices, is going to become even more capable, with big increases planned for the data bandwidth of Bluetooth LE."
- Bose 700 headphones review: The pursuit of perfection - "Powerful noise cancellation and more gives Sony better competition."
- Bose audio sunglasses appear in FCC filings - "They could be part of the company’s Frames line."
- Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 review: less business, more modern design - "Same Bose magic now sleeker, with better controls, calling and adaptable noise cancelling."
- Bose puts crowdfunded 'sleepbuds' on sale for $250 - engadget.
- Bose QC35 Headphones Review - Wired.
- Bose QC45 review: commuter favourite noise-cancelling headphones revamped - "Top noise reduction, comfort and good sound - but a lack of bells and whistles for the price."
- Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones have improved ANC & a familiar design - "The new model also has bettery battery life and a lower price."
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs AirPods Pro: which is best? - "Premium ANC earbuds go up against each other - which will win? They're super convenient, sound great, pack top-notch noise cancellation, and have plenty of premium features that blast out the competition."
- BOSE SOUNDSPORT FREE Review - "It might be worth busting your bank account for these wireless workout buds."
- BOSE NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES 700 REVIEW: TAKING BACK THE CROWN - "Bose returns to form as it faces more competition than ever before."
- BOSE NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES ARE HALF-OFF RIGHT NOW - Wired.
- Bose QuietComfort 45 review: A worthy update to a noise-cancelling classic - "The design hasn’t changed, but there are notable updates to the tech inside."
- Bose's best headphones are even better wireless - engadget.
- BOSE’S NOISE CANCELLING HEADPHONES 700 HAVE THE UPGRADES WE’VE BEEN WAITING FOR - "Bose looks to solve the frustration of making voice calls with headphones."
- Bowers & Wilkins celebrate 60 years of Bond with Px8 007 Edition wireless headphones - "Five-star noise-cancellers get a James Bond-themed makeover."
- Bowers & Wilkins PX7 review: Bose-beating noise-cancelling headphones - "Exquisite sound, effective noise cancelling, long battery life, future-proofed connectivity and comfortable to wear."
- Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review: Incredible sound comes at a cost - "The $699 headphones sound amazing, but other areas are lacking."
- Bragi’s New Earphones Are Perfect for the iPhone 7, Probably - Wired.
- Brainwavz B400 will make you wish your phone had a headphone jack - The Verge.
- Buggy AirPods? Try This Simple Factory Reset Tip for Your Apple Earbuds - "If your AirPods are getting buggy, it could call for a factory reset. Here's how to quickly get that done: Tap Forget This Device, and tap again to confirm. 4. Now that your AirPods are forgotten, open the lid, press and hold the button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds, or until the status light flashes amber, then white."
- Cayin RU6 Review - "Vinyl sound" from your phone - "The Cayin RU6 provides a taste of hi-fi sound in pocket size and is a reminder of how much better wired headphones sound."
- Chanel Just Unveiled a Watch Necklace That Lets You Listen to Music & Take Calls - "The Première Sound features a steel necklace coated with 18-karat gold that is interwoven with a black leather audio cable and is powered by Master & Dynamic. The Première Sound Watch has landed at selected Chanel boutiques."
- Chord Mojo 2 - since 1989. "Portable DAC/Headphone Amplifier. Simply without equal." Mojo 2 is the most advanced DAC/headphone amplifier in the world. It plays your favourite music with class-leading detail and clarity, right up to studio-grade levels.
- Denon D9200 review: the best portable headphones don’t come cheap - "These $1,599 headphones are premium both in price and in fact."
- Dethonray Pegasus SG1 - "Bluetooth Amplifier." DPPU(Desktop Plus Power Unit)?adapts dual high-density battery customized power system, designed for High-Fidelity while ensuring separation of digital and analog power to eliminate digital circuit noise from the source, alike an enhanced DAP + Amplifier system but with a minimal path and hard soldered joints with no compromises. Redesigned the charging circuit to reduce the switch circuit noise, ensure charging and playing at the same time, sound quality is not affected.
- DETHONRAY PEGASUS SG1 REVIEW - Headfonia.
- Dolby Atmos - surround sound technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. It expands on existing surround sound systems by adding height channels, allowing sounds to be interpreted as three-dimensional objects. Following the release of Atmos for the cinema market, a variety of consumer technologies have been released under the Atmos brand, using in-ceiling and up-firing speakers.
- Dolby Atmos: what is it? How can you get it? - "Immerse yourself in a bubble of surround sound. Want to heighten your home cinema surround sound experience? You need to know about Dolby Atmos."
- DOLBY DIMENSION REVIEW: HEADPHONES FOR YOUR HOME - "Dolby’s first branded product is a unique pair of wireless headphones."
- Dyson’s bizarre new headphones have a built-in air purifier - "Dyson is getting into headphones in the most Dyson way possible: the Zone, a pair of noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones with air purification technology built in, thanks to a bizarre-looking magnetic face visor. It’s both the strangest and most ambitious product that the company has ever made."
- Dyson’s Zone air-purifying headphones start at $949 - "You can do your best Bane impression starting in March."
- Earbuds That Function Like Hearing Aids - Smart Clothing Lab.
- EarMen Angel - "Reference Portable Device." EarMen Angel is Portable Fully Balanced Hi-Res DAC/ Headphone Amplifier with the Pre Out option. It is a very powerful audio device with which you will be able to listen to Hi-Res music on to go. You will be able to enjoy a plenty of power without worrying about consumption, since it is equipped with 2-cell battery. EarMen Angel will provide outstanding performance and we are sure you will enjoy it. Fly music with EarMen Angel!
- EarMen Angel Review - Headfonics.
- Earplugs as fashion items? I gave Loop’s hit accessories a festival test - "Various models promise to tone down decibels or help you focus on a friend. But the experience may not suit you. Loop’s earplugs are designed to look like jewellery."
- Editors' Choice: My Favorite Headphones of 2022 - "If your budget for headphones or IEMs falls below $800, my favorite headphones of 2022 might be worth checking out." ecoustics.
- EQ Settings for 700+ Headphones - reddit.
- Erato is the next company trying 'truly wireless' earbuds - engadget.
- Essential’s $99 USB-C earphones are no salvation from the missing headphone jack - The Verge.
- EVEN H3 WIRELESS HEADPHONES review - "EarPrint technology builds a custom sound profile as unique as your ears."
- Everything we think we know about Apple’s AirPods 2 - "Apple’s wildly successful AirPods will get a sequel, but when?"
- FOCAL LISTEN WIRELESS review - Wired.
- Focal Utopia Review | What Are the Best Hi-Fi Headphones for Wild, Wired-In Sound? - "Focal’s $4,999 Utopia headphones use pure beryllium drivers to transmit musical genius."
- Forget AirPods Pro 2, these 'made for iPhone' wired earbuds deliver true lossless audio - "These 'made for iPhone' wired earbuds are what Apple Music lossless audio users have been waiting for, but there's a catch. Questyle's wired earbuds deliver true lossless audio for iPhones."
- Fungus headphones offer a glimpse at the renewable future of electronics - "The Korvaa headset swaps plastic, leather and mesh for microbe-grown materials."
- Future AirPods could shut off noise cancellation if a code word is spoken - "Apple is researching how future AirPods could allow specific spoken codewords, or your partner's voice, to break through noise cancellation settings."
- Gaming headset review roundup: Five options, one favorite - engadget.
- Google Pixel Buds review (2020): Truly smart earbuds - "The company overhauled its Google Assistant earbuds to make something worth your money."
- Grado's first wireless headphones are the open-back GW100 - "Signature design and sound for $249."
- Greenwich - A set of three magnetic cable tidies designed to keep headphone & other cables from tangling.
- Harman would like to sell you some $1,000 headphones - "If you thought the AirPods Max were expensive, hold on to your butts."
- Hate Noisy Restaurants? Stick This in Your Ear - "Apple earbuds will soon be able to double as hearing aids, but those and others can already help you hear dining companions. Here’s how to use them."
- Head-Fi - "Headphone forums and reviews for audiophiles."
- Headfonia Reviews - For all your review needs - since 2009. "The Headphone Enthusiast's site."
- Headphones - Wikipedia.
- headphones hack for long-haul flights 'helps so much' - "The clever technique involves placing the airline-provided earpieces in your ears first, then topping them with your own headphones, creating an effective shield from any external noise. However, it only works if you have over-the-head/earphones rather than those that sit in the ear canal."
- ‘Headphones make food taste better!’: 10 readers’ tips for a better holiday - "From wearing an ‘airport shirt’ to travelling solo, our tipsters share their secrets for easier, stress-free breaks."
- Headphones that are durable enough for the hardest workouts - "Review: Plantronics BackBeat FIT 305."
- HEAR MUSIC CLEARLY WITH THESE $2,400 GLASS-CAPPED HEADPHONES - "In an elegant touch, Sennheiser's HD 820 headphones are sealed with Gorilla Glass panels, which improve the already awesome sound."
- Here's how to talk to women wearing headphones – without being an idiot - The Guardian.
- Here’s what it’s like to wear the Dyson Zone - "I channeled my inner Bane, but not a single jaded New Yorker gave Dyson’s wearable air purifier a second glance."
- Here's why AirPods Max don't support Apple Music Lossless - "It’s a limitation of Bluetooth codecs, not Apple’s hardware."
- Hi-Fi Gear That’ll Turn Your Workspace Into Carnegie Hall - Wired.
- HIFIMAN SVANAR REVIEW - "Today we review the Hifiman Svanar, the all-new flagship IEM from the Chinese brand. A new model available for $1,999 USD. Terrific highs, great sound stage, precise vocals, you could only ask for more bass... but that was it! The catch? You could have the same sound, same performances and same design (colour aside) for one-third of the price if you got the Hifiman RE-400."
- How did Apple’s AirPods go from mockery to millennial status symbol? - "Back in 2016, Apple’s wireless earbuds were ridiculed by the tech industry. Now, thousands of memes later, the tables have turned."
- How to buy the right headphones - The Verge.
- How to check if your AirPods Pro are eligible for free replacement - "If you’re experiencing staticky audio or sub-par noise cancellation, you might be able to swap out your earbuds for a new pair."
- How to clean your AirPods - And any other wireless earbuds you have.
- How to connect AirPods, AirPods Pro & AirPods Max to a Mac & how to control Audio Handoff - "Apple's AirPods, AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max can be used with any and all Apple devices, but you need to know how to make them switch - and how to make them stop switching, too."
- How to Decide Which Headphones to Buy - The New York Times.
- How to enable AirPods Pro Conversation Boost - "AirPods Pro can help you hear conversations better after recent firmware update."
- How to Enable 'Conversation Boost' on Your AirPods Pro (and When You Should) - "Your AirPods Pro can enhance the audio of people speaking to you."
- How to enjoy Apple Music Spatial Audio on third-party headphones - "Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos songs are available at no extra charge with your Apple Music subscription. Apple advertises it as being supported by any AirPods, including the original generation. However, in my experience, the effect is most pronounced when using large over-ear headphones but you don’t need the pricey AirPods Max. You can enjoy Apple Music Spatial Audio on headphones like the Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones - here’s how ..."
- How to listen to spatial & hi def music streaming, CD/HD, Ultra HD, Dolby Atmos & 360 Reality Audio - "Spatial audio and higher definition audio are great ways to listen to high quality music via Amazon Music Unlimited, Deezer, Tidal and other streaming services but how can you setup your phone, speakers, headphones etc to listen to at the best audio quality level?"
- How to master your equalizer settings for the perfect sound - "EQ settings can now be found in everything from phones and wireless speakers to home theater soundbars and streaming services such as Spotify and Apple Music, but often in the form of safe presets such as 'Rock,' 'Hip-Hop,' or 'Bass Booster.' Understanding how exactly an EQ works and using it properly will put the power of sound-sculpting at your fingertips and can get you closer to the sound you want from your gear. But it can be intimidating, so we’re here to help with our top-to-bottom guide to mastering your equalizer for the perfect sound."
- How to update AirPods firmware - "Learn how to update AirPods firmware to make sure you’re running the latest version."
- How to use your AirPods with an in-flight entertainment system - "You’re going to need a special dongle."
- How to use your iPhone & AirPods to spy on people - "An iPhone and AirPods can be used to listen to conversations without people knowing. Such iPhone spying is really just a tricky use of the Live Listen feature built into iOS. And, even if you’re not a budding James Bond, knowing about this trick could keep someone from eavesdropping on you. Here’s what to do if you want to use your iPhone to spy on someone. (Or what to watch out for if you don’t want to fall victim to iPhone spying.)"
- HOW WIRELESS EARBUDS ACTUALLY LOOK IN YOUR EAR - "Here’s how Google Pixel Buds 2 and its wireless earbud competition actually look in your ear. Google has tough competition, but its newest buds look much improved."
- Huawei teases a smartwatch with built-in wireless earbuds - "Who needs a charging case?"
- Huawei's new smartwatch hides a pair of true wireless Bluetooth earbuds inside - "During the summer of 2018, we told you about a patent that Huawei filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) for a smartwatch that stores a pair of wireless Bluetooth earbuds. Now here we are, almost four and a half years later, and the beleaguered Chinese manufacturer is now teasing such a device. Huawei posted a video on Chinese social media site Weibo that listed yesterday's date at the end of the clip presumably to promote the unveiling of the device. However, no announcement took place (more on that later)."
- I might have gotten high on headphones - The Verge.
- I tried every set of wireless earbuds until I found some that worked, so you don’t have to - The Guardian.
- I tried NuraTrue Pro's lossless audio earbuds & now I doubt my hearing - "All the odds were in my favor, but Nura's app said otherwise."
- In-ear headphones - Wikipedia.
- Is Bluetooth holding back Apple's AirPods? We asked the man who made them - "'We would like more bandwidth.'"
- Is Master & Dynamic’s MW65 worth its asking price? - "Rank and review this set of pricey noise-cancelling headphones."
- It just got much easier to find your lost AirPods Pro or AirPods Max - "Whether they’re near or far, you’ve got more options for tracking them down."
- Jabra Elite 65t review - "Giving the AirPods a run for their money."
- Jabra Elite 65t review: Put down your AirPods - engadget.
- Jabra Elite 75t review: The leap from good to great - "A much-improved follow-up to last year’s Elite 65t true wireless earbuds."
- Jabra Elite 85t review: Noise-blocking comfort that rivals the best - "With a little refinement, these could be the complete package."
- Jaybird Run review - "The perfect truly wireless earbuds for workouts."
- JBL says its solar-powered headphones deliver 'unlimited' listening - "It's crowdfunding he Reflect Eternal to make this concept a reality."
- JLab Go Air review - "These $29 wireless earbuds are surprisingly decent. There are sacrifices, but not as many as you’d expect."
- Klipsch T5 True Wireless review: Great-sounding, but flawed earbuds - "But they aren’t without their flaws."
- List of headphone manufacturers - Wikipedia.
- Listening for the Headphones You Want - The New York Times.
- Living Out Loud, Headphones Nowhere to Be Found - "Welcome to their conversation. (Or YouTube video. Or baseball game.) For people bothered by the liberal use of speakerphones, the public sphere can be a circle of hell."
- Logitech’s new headset shows it’s serious about capturing the pro gaming market - The Verge.
- Loop Earplugs - since 2016. "Live Life At Your Volume." Enjoy safer, crisper sound with our new and improved Experience 2 Plus earplugs. Stylish hearing protection for live music and events. Loop’s earplugs are designed to look like jewellery."
- Louis Vuitton logo on these earbuds will cost you $700 - "Master & Dynamic’s MW07 buds get a pricey new look."
- Lossless compression - "Lossless compression is a class of data compression algorithms that allows the original data to be perfectly reconstructed from the compressed data. By contrast, lossy compression permits reconstruction only of an approximation of the original data, though usually with greatly improved compression rates (and therefore reduced media sizes)."
- Louis Vuitton true wireless earbuds cost over $1,000 - "They’re basically M&D’s $300 buds, but with luxury styling."
- Louis Vuitton's Horizon Earphones Will Illuminate Your Listening Experience - "The third-gen light-up buds come in five colors and boast Master & Dynamic-approved sound quality."
- Mark Levinson goes all out with its first-ever headphones, the wireless ANC No.5909 - What Hi-Fi?
- Marshall's Mid ANC are a worthy pair of noise-canceling headphones - engadget.
- Master & Dynamic MW07 Plus review: Improved, but still pricey - "With one of its new models, the company fixed the biggest issues with its true wireless earbuds."
- Master & Dynamic MW65 review - "Almost the perfect headphones. The company took a while to build its first noise-cancelling headphones, but the wait was mostly worth it."
- Matrix Audio - since 2009. "Hi-fi digital audio company founded in 2009. Their DAC's, amplifiers, digital streamers and other products focus on providing high performance, great usability and quality." The element X is also a dual-mode headphone amplifier based on the LME49600 and consisting of four independent amplifier units.
- Metaxas & Sins: the Ferrari of audio - "If there's a specialist audio company that better exemplifies the meeting point between high end audio performance and objet d'art aesthetic than Netherlands-based Metaxas & Sins,"
- Metaxas Marquis £6,000 headphone - The Telegraph.
- Microsoft’s Surface Headphones are a good first try - "Gray on the outside because they’re gray on the inside."
- Montblanc Glossy Leather Pouch for Apple AirPods Pro - "With its shiny black color and matte black metal fittings, this pouch is specifically designed for Apple AirPods Pro. Thanks to a ring and a backside loop with press stud, the pouch can be worn according to your preference."
- Montblanc's first wireless headphones cost a steep $600 - "Its new Summit 2+ smartwatch offers LTE connectivity with eSIM, but will set you back $1,170."
- MrSpeakers Aeon Flow headphones review: songs of ice & fire - The Verge.
- MRSPEAKERS ETHER 2 REVIEW: TRUE HIGH-RESOLUTION HEADPHONES - "A luxury price demands luxury build quality and performance, and MrSpeakers delivers on all fronts."
- My week with Dyson’s absurd wearable air purifier - "The Dyson Zone is not the most practical device, but then again, did you really expect that from air-purifying noise-canceling headphones?"
- Naim Uniti Atom Headphone Edition REVIEW - "The Naim Uniti Atom Headphone Edition, of course, is jam-packed with all kinds of goodies. First of all, connectivity options are supremely comprehensive, at least for right now: Chromecast, Airplay, Tidal, Spotify Connect, internet Radio, Qobuz, Tidal Connect and more. (You’ll get wireless updates when you’re plugged into UPnP network.) Bluetooth, yes. Digital inputs (S/PDIF), yes. Analog outputs, yes. Multiroom functions, of course! Storage? Yes! HDMI ARC? Yup. Roon ready? How could it not be? Built-in Chromecast? Check. That big round Naim touch/turn dial that acts as the user interface? Naim is putting that on everything, including the monstrous Statement amps I’ve seen at the last couple of hi-fi shows. Yes, yes, yes."
- Neurable MW75 Neuro: ‘Like a Fitbit for your brain’: These game-changing headphones could stop you burning out - "Mind-reading headphones sound like an invention straight out of a science-fiction film, and a far-fetched one at that. But that’s exactly what Boston-based startup Neurable has spent the last nine years creating - and they’re going on sale this fall."
- No, Apple didn't just reinvent the iPod - "Why is this AirPods Pro concept causing so much controversy?"
- Noise-cancelling headphones: the secret survival tool for modern life - The Guardian.
- Noise cancelling: The business of silence: is there a hidden cost to noise cancelling? - "Headphone and earplug sales are booming, but individual efforts to turn down the volume may alter our brains and surrounds in unexpected ways."
- Nothing Ear 2 review: it’s what’s on the inside that counts - "The second-generation earbuds might look almost identical to the Ear 1s but with a $50 higher asking price. Lucky for Nothing, their sound quality is in a different league."
- nuraphone review - "These headphones feel strange to wear, but their customized audio reigns supreme."
- Oppo’s O-Free truly wireless headphones are designed to match the Find X - The Verge.
- Our 15 Favorite Wireless Headphones, From Bose to Beats - Wired.
- Over-Ear & On-Ear Headphones 2024 - Best Buy.
- Pixel Buds Pro review: Google’s best earbuds yet - "Active noise cancellation is finally part of the equation."
- POWERBEATS PRO REVIEW: BETTER & PRICIER THAN AIRPOD - "Apple’s workout headphones are so much more than just a gym accessory."
- Pros & Cons of Noise-Canceling Headphones - "Noise-canceling headphones regularly top lists of essential travel gadgets, but are they worth it?"
- Qualcomm has found a way to support lossless audio over Bluetooth headphones - could Apple be next? - "Since Apple introduced lossless audio to Apple Music, the limitations of Bluetooth technology when it comes to bandwidth have become very clear. However, as the world moves toward a future with wireless headphones, companies have been working to deliver lossless audio over a wireless connection - which is exactly what Qualcomm has just announced."
- Radsone airDAC - "High End Wi-Fi / USB DAC with top grade Headphone Amplifier."
- Raspberry Pi tube amp lets you use $1,300 headphones with your $35 computer - The Verge.
- Razer’s Electra V2 headset does virtual 7.1 surround sound on a budget - The Verge.
- RHA MA650 WIRELESS IN-EAR HEADPHONES review - "These Wireless Headphones Sound Great Without Emptying Your Wallet."
- Samsung Galaxy Buds Live review: novel bean-shaped AirPod rivals - "Good sound and long battery life with a repairable and unusual open-fit design make great alternative earbuds."
- Samsung is working on truly wireless earbuds - The Verge.
- Samsung’s Galaxy Buds are everything but the basics - "But finally something small enough for my ears."
- Say what?! Apple is testing AirPods as HEARING AIDS - "Apple is looking at ways to make its AirPods more than just conduits for music and podcasts. The tech giant wants to see the wireless earbuds utilized as thermometers, hearing aids and even monitor a person's posture."
- SENNHEISER CX SPORT review - Wired.
- SENNHEISER HD 4.4 BT review - Wired.
- Sennheiser HD 800 S review - "Pleasure meets precision."
- Sennheiser IE 200 earbuds review: reconnecting with music - literally - "We all get tired of Bluetooth sometimes, and the IE 200s are a nice reminder of what we’ve lost by trading the headphone jack for wireless convenience and platform-specific earbud features."
- Sennheiser IE 600 earbuds combine audiophile sonics with aerospace materials - "New wired in-ears to slot in between the IE 300 and IE 900."
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 review: tremendous noise-cancelling headphones - "The fourth-generation of the Momentum Bluetooth headphones from the renowned German audio manufacturer Sennheiser are a wholesale redesign, ditching their previous retro styling for something simpler and much more comfortable. All this with 60-hours of battery life."
- Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless review: sonic standout - "Exceptional sound wrapped in a series of small annoyances."
- Sennheiser Momentum Wireless review - "Stellar sound and comfort are offset by several compromises."
- Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 review: Pricey &impressive - "Stellar sound, active noise cancellation and improved battery life."
- Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: best-sounding noise-cancelling earbuds - "Quality earbuds with improved Bluetooth, great battery life, good controls and future-proofed tech."
- Sennheiser’s 3D audio headphones are amazing, for the few who want them - The Verge.
- Sennheiser’s new HD 820 closed-back headphones will shake up the audiophile world - The Verge.
- Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review: bringing bass to bone conduction headphones - "New running headphones combine bone conduction and open-air speakers for more rounded sound."
- 'Sneaky' hack to connect your wireless headphones to your airplane TV - "It's still in 'beta' mode, but you can now sneakily connect your wireless headphones to some airlines' inflight entertainment systems."
- So You Bought a Smartphone Without a Headphone Jack. Now What? - The New York Times.
- Sonos Ace review: quality noise-cancelling headphones worth the wait - "Company’s long-awaited headphones deliver top sound, long battery life, supreme comfort and killer home-cinema feature."
- Sonos releases Ace headphones with cinema-sound party trick - "Bluetooth and wifi noise-cancelling cans aim to dethrone Apple and Bose with ultimate private film experience."
- SONY 1000X M3 REVIEW: SUPREME NOISE CANCELING - "Sony seizes the title for best noise-canceling cans with a winning redesign."
- SONY PLAYSTATION GOLD WIRELESS HEADSET review - Wired.
- Sony WF-SP800N review: Feature-packed earbuds at an affordable price - "Adaptive noise cancellation, customizable sound and more for $200."
- Sony WF-1000XM3 review: Simply the best true wireless earbuds - "As a bonus, they cost well under $300."
- SONY WH-1000XM3 WIRELESS HEADPHONES review - "Sony's latest wireless headphones match or best Bose in just about every way."
- Sony WH-1000XM4 review: The best just got better - "Refined design, new features, same price."
- SONY’S FUTURISTIC EARBUDS ARE A PAIN IN THE PRESENT - The Verge.
- Sony’s headphone app will soon analyze your ears for 360 audio - "More immersive sound is nearly ready for your phone."
- Sony's latest neckband speaker supports Dolby Atmos - "The $300 SRS-NS7 can also stream 360 Reality Audio from your phone."
- Sony LinkBuds review: A unique design that lets the world in - "Open earbuds mean ambient sound is always on."
- SONY’S NEW NOISE-CANCELING WIRELESS EARBUDS ARE ITS BEST ANSWER TO AIRPODS YET - "But there’s still one strike against these promising $230 earbuds."
- Sony’s Signature Walkman and headphones are $5,500 of ridiculous - The Verge.
- SPL Phonitor xe review - "Headphone obsessives should form a queue here."
- Stop what you’re doing & buy these $38 earphones - The Verge.
- Tea - Ultraslim Hi-Res Headphone Amplifier - "High Definition Music. Lossless Streaming Audio." MagSafe compatible: "Khadas Tea" magnetically attaches to your iPhone 12 or newer smartphone, or an Android phone equipped with a MagSafe compatible case. No more messy wires and dongles, just freedom of pure style. 'Tea' measures just 7.95mm at its thickest point, which means it can still comfortably slip into your pocket even when magnetically attached to your smartphone. 'Tea' brings back the analog audio jack to your smartphone with 3.5mm output, so you can use your favourite high-fidelity headphones to listen to lossless streaming audio directly from your streaming app. Supports up to 300 ohm impedances.
- THE BEST WIRELESS HEADPHONES FOR RUNNING - The Verge.
- The business of silence: is there a hidden cost to noise cancelling? - "Headphone and earplug sales are booming, but individual efforts to turn down the volume may alter our brains and surrounds in unexpected ways."
- THE LINKBUDS ARE SONY’S STRANGEST EARBUDS IN YEARS - AND SURPRISINGLY GOOD - "They’re weird, refreshing, and fantastic at voice calls."
- The music I test headphones with - The Verge.
- The next Big Tech battleground is your ears - "Wireless earbuds are all the hotness, so it’s time for Google to show up."
- The Problem With Your Dying AirPods & Other Bluetooth Earbuds - "When earbuds’ tiny lithium-ion batteries die, they can’t be replaced."
- The Rock's new Under Armour over-ear headphones pack ANC & a 45-hour battery life - "The sweat-proof cans feature JBL's audio tech."
- The smartest earbuds on the planet - engadget.
- THESE BOSE NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES ARE HALF-OFF RIGHT NOW - Wired.
- These Sennheisers Belt Out Bass for a Bargain - Wired.
- These solar-powered headphones let you ditch the charger - "Review: Urbanista Los Angeles, These noise-canceling cans are a fine listen, but what really sets them apart is a solar cell that derives energy from any type of light."
- Tivoli Audio’s Wirefree Buds Are Flawed, but Fantastic - "Review: Tivoli Go Fonico. Even with a few glitches, these cute wirefree workout buds are still worth the price."
- top 8 Echo products Amazon announced today - "Indoors and outdoors, Alexa is there."
- TOP 10 EARBUDS DESIGNS OF 2022 THAT ARE EVEN BETTER THAN THE APPLE AIRPODS 3 - "This collection of exciting designs has a pair of earbuds for everyone! From earbuds that magnetically hang like a necklace to the world’s first TWS earbuds that actually protect your hearing - these earbuds provide unique design solutions and are a must-have for audiophiles!"
- TOP 10 HEADPHONES THAT ARE THE PERFECT ALTERNATIVE TO THE APPLE AIRPODS MAX 2022 - "Once my headphones are in, the rest of the world is out. I scroll through my playlist and deep dive into my favorite musical tunes. And then I’m in my own little audio world, where everything is peaceful, my favorite singers are my best friends, and they just knohew the right things to say. If you’re a music fanatic as well, you know how important and sacred your personal music time can be, and how holy your relationship with your headphones is. After all, these are the resourceful little things that transport us into our beloved audio world."
- Truly wireless earbuds haven’t caught up to AirPods after more than a year - The Verge.
- Trust Your Ears. Dolby Atmos on Apple Music Doesn’t Sound “Right” - "Back in May, Apple announced a partnership with Dolby to deliver Spatial Music to all Apple Music subscribers. Keenly paired with Apple’s Airpods line of headphones, this is immersive audio’s most significant move to the mainstream. Those listening closely have noticed that their favorite songs sound different, and not just because of the obvious remix in surround sound. It seems that Apple’s flavor of Dolby Atmos sounds quite different from what is heard in the studio. At the risk of sounding reductive, Atmos+Apple Music sounds bad."
- Tunai Drum earphones provide an exciting listen for just $33 - The Verge.
- Turtle Beach’s Ear Force Stealth 700 - Review - for Xbox One or PlayStation 4.
- Twelve South AirFly Pro Bluetooth Wireless Audio Transmitter - "Receiver for up to 2 AirPods/Wireless Headphones; Use with any 3.5 mm Jack on Airplanes, Gym Equipment, TVs, iPad/Tablets and Auto. NO MORE CORDS: Wirelessly transmit audio from in-flight entertainment, gym equipment, gaming devices, TV's or any 3.5 audio jack. Use your AirPods, earbuds or wireless headphones anywhere with no more cords in the way. Now you don't have to sacrifice audio quality/comfort in flight. NEVER RUN OUT OF BATTERY LIFE : AirFly Pro has a battery life of 25+ hours to cover even the longest flight. If you forget to charge before take off, AirFly Pro can be used while charging with the included cable." I’ll never travel without the Twelve South AirFly Bluetooth adapter again. Here’s why. Very seldom does a product come along that completely changes how we travel. With this Bluetooth wireless transmitter, it becomes possible to watch and listen to films, TV shows and more from an in-flight entertainment system via your own wireless headphones. In other words, you can say goodbye to the often-terrible airline-supplied wired headphones and keep your favorite noise-canceling Bluetooth headphones in your ears.
- UE FITS REVIEW: A FIT THAT’S LIT - "They fit better than any consumer earbuds I’ve ever tried, but they aren’t without shortcomings."
- Under Armour’s Sport Wireless Train headphones are ready for the gym - "They look similar to the set designed by The Rock, but they're $50 cheaper."
- Urbanears' $150 over-ear headphones last 30 hours - "The wireless Pampas can handle more than 30 hours of playtime."
- We sent the top ANC headphones to a lab to test their noise-canceling abilities - "We compared the AirPods Max, Sony WH-1000XM5, Bose QuietComfort 45, and the original Bose QC1 on the streets of New York City and in Head Acoustics’ state-of-the-art audio lab."
- We Tried Dolby's $600 Dimension Headphones. Are They Worth the Massive Price Tag? - "Instead of helping you escape from the outside world, the headphones make it possible to have actual conversations with someone without missing a beat, writes TIME's Patrick Lucas Austin."
- What to look for when buying headphones - enagdet.
- Which true wireless earbuds are worth buying? - engadget.
- Why Apple's headphones have those extra holes in them - Business Insider.
- Why can’t more music apps be like Apple Music Classical? - "While it isn’t perfect, the app embraces metadata to a degree that a lot of other apps could learn from."
- Why These New Ultra-Premium Headphones Are Some of the Best We’ve Ever Tested - "The Solitaire P headphones and HA 200 amplifier work together to reveal previously unheard layers of a recording." Robb Report.
- Will Earbuds Ruin My Hearing? - TIME Magazine.
- Wired headphones are having their quartz moment - "The mechanical watches of personal audio."
- Wireless convenience is driving us to spend more on headphones - The Verge.
- Wireless headphones are improving faster than anything else in tech - "Equipped with USB-C, voice assistants, and better batteries, 2018’s wireless headphones kick 2017’s butt."
- WOODEN HEADPHONE HOLDER IS ALSO A MAGNIFICENT PIECE OF SCULPTURAL ART - Yanko Design.
- Xiaomi's true wireless 'AirDots' earbuds cost less than $30 - "The budget buds boast a charging case and Bluetooth 5.0."
- Yamaha YH-L700A review: When premium features aren’t enough - "A lot of interesting features in need of fine tuning."
- Yevo's premium earbuds are made from illegal firearms - engadget.
- You can’t lose your headphones if they’re pinned to your earlobes - "A company wants to make earrings that double as earbuds, and I’m totally here for it?"
- Your AirPods are going to die - "The best long-form writing on technology and more on the web."
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- Adidas sport headphones - since 2018. "Power your workout with sport headphones that keep you tuned in so you can take your performance to new levels. From running headphones to noise-canceling wireless earbuds and self-charging headphones, our sport Bluetooth headphone range will expand your training experience. Including features such as superior sound, ergonomic design, sweat-proof and water-resistant materials, you can rely on adidas Headphones to follow all your movements and keep the music going. Our range even includes headphones that convert all forms of natural and artificial light into battery life using Exeger’s Powerfoyle technology, a groundbreaking light cell material. Whether you’re charging up for exercise or recharging during downtime, adidas Headphones has got you covered every step of the way."
- ADIDAS RPT-02 SOL - "The self-charging adidas RPT-02 SOL headphones are powered by light to power your performance. Built in part from 87% recycled plastics, you’re offered all the playtime you need to charge up or recharge. Sweat-proof and splash-proof, they can handle the sweat from your toughest workouts."
- Adidas’ new solar headphones can also be charged by your bedroom light - "The RPT-02 SOL wireless headphones also feature 80 hours of stored playtime."
- AKG - since 1947. "Headphone with quality sound!" In-Ear, On-Ear & Over-Ear. All models.
- AKG N90Q - "AKG signature sound, endorsed by Quincy Jones."
- Altec Lansing - since 1936. "Headphones & Earbuds" All models.
- Altec Lansing - "DJs everywhere will appreciate the clean design, comfort and easy cueing offered with the Altec Lansing MZX756 KickBack Headphones. ."
- Amazon Echo Buds - "Wireless earbuds with immersive sound, active noise reduction, and Alexa." Immersive sound - Premium speaker drivers deliver crisp, dynamic audio. Bose Active Noise Reduction Technology and sealed in-ear design limits background noise. Hands-free with Alexa - Echo Buds work with the Alexa app to stream music, play Audible audiobooks, make calls, or get directions—just ask. Access other assistants - Supports access to Siri or Google Assistant from a supported device—just press and hold your earbud.
- ampsandsound - since 2013. "Our headphone amplifiers are the truest expression of our mission to bring tested designs and minimalist values to personal audio. We have chosen to utilize only single-ended, zero feedback tube designs to bring back warmth and musicality to personal audio. Each model balances the desire for power, the need for quiet operation and the desire for wide bandwidth. The ampsandsound sonic signature closely approximates the best aspects of the classic tube sound of the 50's (maximum midrange bloom), supplementing it with a modern bass signature and transient speed. We have chosen a few of our favorite designs to bring to market."
- Apple - since 1976. "Headphones & Speakers." All models.
- 5 new features coming to AirPods Pro 2 - "Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness, Mute or Unmute, Personalized Volume, and Automatic Switching improvements will be available through a free software update. We expect iOS 17 and the new AirPods firmware to be released in September."
- 6 underused AirPods tips & tricks I use to improve my listening experience - "Here are six awesome AirPods Pro (1st generation and 2nd generation) features, the first four of which also support AirPods (3rd generation), that are very underused. 1 Rename your AirPods. Something to make them easy identifiable. 2 Answer phone calls. Also, end them. 3 Mute yourself during calls. With a single press. 4 Customize your tap gestures. Press and hold. 5 Personalized volume. Automatically volume based on your environment. 6 Conversation awareness. Lower volume when you speak."
- Apple Adaptive Audio for AirPods - what it is & how it works - "Everything we know about the new AirPods feature."
- APPLE AIRPODS MAX REVIEW: LUXURIOUS SOUND FOR A LUXURY PRICE - "Apple’s over-ear headphones have tremendous build quality and sound, but there’s no denying they’re expensive."
- Apple AirPods Max are getting left behind, so are new Apple headphones coming this year? - "Adaptive Audio and other genuinely useful new features are exclusive to the second-gen AirPods Pro. How long will Apple wait before turning its attention back to headphones?"
- Apple AirPods Pro (second-gen) review: same look, better everything else - "Redesigned inside but not out, the new AirPods Pro are destined to be another hit - even if the magic is waning."
- Apple explains how AirPods Max low-power modes work - "No, you don't need the Smart Case to enter low power mode."
- Apple AirPods Pro getting free upgrade with a hidden new audio feature - "It enables you to further adjust the level of cancellation and/or transparency yourself. Options to 'remove more noise' and 'remove less noise' have been spotted and could therefore appear in a full firmware release later this year."
- Apple’s $549 AirPods Max can’t play lossless Apple Music - even when plugged in - "But Apple Music’s new spatial audio feature will work on all AirPods."
- Apple’s AirPods are being upgraded with powerful accessibility features - "Apple’s adding a ‘seamless hands-free experience’ to control Siri with AirPods."
- Apple’s AirPods Pro hearing health features are as good as they sound - "The AirPods Pro 2 will soon offer more robust hearing protection and a new hearing aid feature. But it’s the hearing test that really hooked me."
- Apple’s new $19 EarPods are a smarter purchase than the $549 AirPods Max - "Lossless and USB-C for less than $20. When Apple unveiled the iPhone 15 series with USB-C last week, the company didn’t forget about wired headphone fans. Apple updated its EarPods for the first time since 2016, giving them a USB-C connector too - and if you need a pair of headphones, you might want to give them a look."
- Apple’s next AirPods Pro may check your hearing health & take your temperature - "Along with switching to USB-C, Apple could be adding new health features - but we may not see them soon."
- Apple's planning a major new feature for AirPods Pro - "Apple could be planning to expand AirPods Pro's feature set with a software update. The new mode would join features like Live Listen and Conversation Booster."
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs AirPods Pro: which is best? - "Premium ANC earbuds go up against each other - which will win? They're super convenient, sound great, pack top-notch noise cancellation, and have plenty of premium features that blast out the competition."
- Buggy AirPods? Try This Simple Factory Reset Tip for Your Apple Earbuds - "If your AirPods are getting buggy, it could call for a factory reset. Here's how to quickly get that done: Tap Forget This Device, and tap again to confirm. 4. Now that your AirPods are forgotten, open the lid, press and hold the button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds, or until the status light flashes amber, then white."
- Hate Noisy Restaurants? Stick This in Your Ear - "Apple earbuds will soon be able to double as hearing aids, but those and others can already help you hear dining companions. Here’s how to use them."
- How to update AirPods firmware - "Learn how to update AirPods firmware to make sure you’re running the latest version."
- Montblanc Glossy Leather Pouch for Apple AirPods Pro - "With its shiny black color and matte black metal fittings, this pouch is specifically designed for Apple AirPods Pro. Thanks to a ring and a backside loop with press stud, the pouch can be worn according to your preference."
- 'Sneaky' hack to connect your wireless headphones to your airplane TV - "It's still in 'beta' mode, but you can now sneakily connect your wireless headphones to some airlines' inflight entertainment systems."
- The Problem With Your Dying AirPods & Other Bluetooth Earbuds - "When earbuds’ tiny lithium-ion batteries die, they can’t be replaced."
- AirPods Max - "High-Fidelity Audio." The Apple-designed driver delivers high-fidelity playback with ultra-low distortion across the entire audible range. Active Noise Cancellation for immersive sound. Transparency mode to hear the world around you.
- Are the Airpods Max the Latest Celebrity “It” Item? - "New year, new headphones. This appears to be the case as Apple’s Airpods Max fast becomes the chunky, oversized flex of the moment. Celebrities such as Bella Hadid, Timothée Chalamet, Sarah Jessica Parker, and others have adopted the over-the-ear headphones as their off-duty wardrobe staples. When worn over a cozy beanie or a pulled-up hoodie, the headphones signify a casual and unfussy luxury."
- AirPods Pro (2nd generation) - "Active Noise Cancellation for immersive sound." AirPods Pro have been designed to deliver Active Noise Cancellation for immersive sound, Transparency mode so you can hear your surroundings, and a customizable fit for all-day comfort. Just like AirPods, AirPods Pro connect magically to your iPhone or Apple Watch. And they’re ready to use right out of the case.
- AirPods Pro 2 are the new gold standard for Apple earbuds - "The AirPods Pro 2 are as good as it gets for Apple users, offering some of the best sound, controls and active noise cancellation you can find in a pair of buds."
- AirPods Pro 2 Review - "Is Apple’s Next-Level Noise Cancelling Worth It? They cancel more noise, sound better and last longer - yes, it’s an iterative update but if your Pros are ageing or you’re replacing earphones from another brand, you can’t go wrong with these."
- AirPods are earplugs now - "Noise-canceling wireless earbuds aren’t just great for listening to music or podcasts - they are also great for turning down the volume of the world around you."
- AirPods Pro recall: How to check if yours are eligible for replacement - "If your AirPods Pro see noise cancellation not working, loss of bass, crackling and static, or an increase in background sounds, they may be covered under the AirPods recall."
- AirPods (3rd generation) - "All-new with spatial audio." It’s magic, remastered. With spatial audio that places sound all around you, Adaptive EQ that tunes music to your ears, and longer battery life that charges up in a snap.
- Apple's new AirPods won't have to be taken out of your ears as often, thanks to sophisticated AI - "Instead of taking out your AirPods or turning off noise-canceling entirely when you're navigating a treacherous street or having a conversation with a co-worker, users can now leave in their AirPods and rely on Apple's software to intelligently decide what the user needs to hear."
- Astell&Kern - since 1924. "Be the Ultimate." Earphones & headphones. All models.
- Astell&Kern AK T5P - "Beyerdynamic x Astell&Kern Special Edition." AK T5p offers an amazing experience to those who seek the ultimate sound quality in a portable device.
- Astell&Kern AK UW100 - "Tesla Technology, Further Refined." True Wireless Sound. High Performance 32-bit DAC. Best-in-Class Passive Noise Isolation (PNI). Knowles BA Driver. aptX Adaptive for High Quality Wireless Audio. Ambient Mode, Premium Tier QCC5141 & Bluetooth 5.2. All Day Music (Total 24hrs playback). Supports Wireless Charge and Fast Charge.
- Astell & Kern UW100 Review - "If you’re an audio nerd who has been craving the convenience of wireless earbuds, this premium pair is the pick for you."
- Audeze - since 2008. "Uncompromised Audio." Whether you’re an audio professional, experienced listener, immersion-focused gamer, or just embarking on your audio journey, there’s an industry-leading Audeze product that’s perfect for you. With Audeze’s years of experience and ground-breaking patents, we have a series designed with you in mind. All models.
- Audeze EL-8 Titanium Closed-Back Headphones - "World’s First Headphones With Fully Integrated Apple Lightning Cable."
- Audeze LCD-4z - "Featuring a new look and greater efficiency, the design and sound of the LCD-4z is sure to thrill! Engineered with a new magnesium housing to produce a light-weight, visually appealing headphone, the LCD-4z maintains the sound signature of LCD-4."
- Audeze LCD-GX Gaming Headphone - "Headphone Guru - Writer's Choice Award 2019." The LCD-GX allows me to seamlessly switch between listening to high-end audio and getting on discord to join the battle with my friends in seconds.
- Audio-Technica - since 1962. "Always listening." All models.
- AUDIOCUBES - since 2001. "Japan's Best Kept Secrets. Delivered." Headphones & Earphones. All models.
- BANG & OLUFSEN - since 1925. Headphones & earsets. All models.
- BANG & OLUFSEN Beoplay E8 Sport - "Powerful Bluetooth sports earphones." Wireless earphones designed for sport. Expertly crafted for powerful music performance in any weather. Waterproof, secure-fitting, and long-lasting battery life.
- BANG & OLUFSEN Beoplay E8 3rd Gen - "More compact. More powerful." The newest version of our truly wireless in-ear earphones with an improved battery life of up to 35 hours, a QI-certified wireless charging case and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity ensure a seamless and powerful listening experience.
- BANG & OLUFSEN BeoPlay H3 - "Pure and powerful sound." Premium in-ear headphones for authentic sound experiences. Robust yet ultra-light, designed to fit with precision and comfort.
- BANG & OLUFSEN Beoplay H4 2nd Gen - "Pure expression. Superior sound." Contemporary over-ear headphones with long-lasting comfort, superior sound and voice assistant.
- BANG & OLUFSEN BeoPlay H8i - "Revitalizing a modern classic." Luxurious Active Noise Cancelling on-ear headphones designed for superior style and comfort. Up to 30 hours of wireless Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound.
- BANG & OLUFSEN Beoplay H9 3rd Gen - "ANC headphones with long battery life." Comfortable Active Noise Cancelling over-ear headphones with touch interface and up to 25 hours of playtime.
- BEATS BY DRE - since 2008. Headphones, Earbuds & Earphones. All models.
- Beats by Dre Powerbeats Pro - "Powerbeats Pro details Totally wireless high-performance earphones with adjustable, secure-fit earhooks for lightweight comfort and stability. Reinforced design for sweat & water resistance during tough workouts. Volume & track controls on each earbud, voice capability, and Auto Play/Pause."
- Beats by Dre Powerbeats2 Wireless - "Bring your B [READY] moment to life."
- Beats by Dre Studio 3 Wireless - "Beats Studio3 Wireless over-ear headphones delivers premium sound while blocking external noise with Active Noise Cancelling."
- Beats Solo Pro - "Experience powerful, balanced sound with Solo Pro wireless headphones featuring Active Noise Canceling (ANC)."
- beyerdynamic - since 1924. Headphones & Headsets. All models.
- BlackPods Classic High Gloss Black Apple AirPods - BlackPods / Electronic Finishing Solutions is an aftermarket electronic customization service.
- Blue - "Premium Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Audiophile Amp."
- BOQARI Q1M - Metal Earbuds Headphones with Mic and Travel Case (Noir Black).
- BOSE - since 1964. Earphones, over-ear headphones, wireless headphones, noise cancelling headphones & aviation headsets. All models.
- Bose QuietComfort 45 review: A worthy update to a noise-cancelling classic - "The design hasn’t changed, but there are notable updates to the tech inside."
- BOSE A20 AVIATION HEADSET
- Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 - "Augmented headphones. Now a reality." Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 deliver everything you expect - and things you never imagined possible. Think of them as smart headphones that let you keep your head up to the world with easy access to voice assistants. Or confidently take a call with the most powerful microphone system for voice pickup. And then there’s Bose AR, a first-of-its-kind audio augmented reality platform that makes astonishing new audio experiences possible. Now available in limited-edition Soapstone.
- Bose Quiet Comfort 45 - "Noise Cancelling Smart Headphones."
- BOSE Quiet Comfort 25 - Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones.
- Bose QuietComfort 20i Acoustic Noise Cancelling in-ear headphones - "In-ear. Noise cancelling. Better sound." Shut out the world and lose yourself in your music—or let the world in. These headphones are designed for iPhone, iPad & iPod models.
- Bose QuietComfort Earbuds - "The world’s most effective noise cancelling earbuds." Using a combination of patented active and passive noise cancellation innovations, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds feature all the noise cancelling performance of our best over-ear headphones - from a compact, truly wireless earbud.
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds vs AirPods Pro: which is best? - "Premium ANC earbuds go up against each other - which will win? They're super convenient, sound great, pack top-notch noise cancellation, and have plenty of premium features that blast out the competition."
- BOWERS & WILKINS - since 1966. "The Purest Listen." Wired & wireless headphones & earphones. All models.
- Bowers & Wilkins celebrate 60 years of Bond with Px8 007 Edition wireless headphones - "Five-star noise-cancellers get a James Bond-themed makeover."
- Bowers & Wilkins Px8 review: Incredible sound comes at a cost - "The $699 headphones sound amazing, but other areas are lacking."
- Bowers & Wilkins PX7 - "Over-ear noise canceling wireless headphones." Wherever you go, experience music at its highest level. No matter where you are, powerful drivers and adaptive noise canceling put you in the center of the music.
- Bragi - The Dash - "Experience the world’s first wireless smart earphones." 'The smartest earbuds on the planet' - engadget.
- Bragi - The Headphone - "Bragi’s New Earphones Are Perfect for the iPhone 7, Probably" - Wired.
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- Chanel PremiÈre Sound Watch - "Steel coated with yellow gold (0.1 micron) and black leather, black-lacquered dial, steel earphones coated with black and yellow gold colors."
- Chanel’s New Celeb-Endorsed Audio Jewelry Is Powered by Master & Dynamic - "The Première Sound features a steel necklace coated with 18-karat gold that is interwoven with a black leather audio cable and is powered by Master & Dynamic. The Première Sound Watch has landed at selected Chanel boutiques."
- CREATIVE - "Music to your ears." All models.
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- DENON - since 1910. In-Ear & Over-Ear Headphones, Noise Canceling Headphones. All models.
- Denon AH-D9200 - "Bamboo Over-Ear Premium Headphones." Premium sound: Sound that defies expectations. The unique 50mm FreeEdge drivers cancel out unwanted resonances and distortion in the diaphragm for the most accurate sound reproduction possible. Natural acoustic properties of the Japanese Bamboo wood housing aid in sound dampening to bring warmth and life to your music.
- Denon AH-MM400 - "Reference Quality Over-Ear Headphone."
- Devialet Gemini II - since 2007. "(Im)permeable Sound. Second generation. Second to none." Second-generation Devialet Gemini II True Wireless earbuds packs a suite of enhanced tech to take you even deeper into pure sound. Transforming fifteen years of acoustics R&D and engineering into a smaller design, now with adaptive noise cancellation, improved ergonomy, and enhanced connectivity.
- Devialet's hugely expensive wireless earbuds promise luxury design & improved sound - "Will the premium Devialet Gemini II sound as good as they look?"
- Dolby Dimension wireless headphones - "Binge Smarter." The first wireless headphones perfected for entertainment at home. Dolby LifeMix lets you control how much you hear of your surroundings, from a perfect blend of your entertainment and life around you (Transparency) to shutting out the world (Active Noise Cancellation). With Dolby LifeMix, Cinematic Sound, One-Touch Switching.
- Dyson Zone - "Pure audio. Pure air. Anywhere." Advanced noise cancellation. Engineered for low sound distortion. Contact-free visor attaches to channel purified air. Connect to the MyDyson™ app for real-time environment updates. Air-purifying headphones with active noise cancelling. Dyson engineering expertise enabled us to develop our first wearable device. With a 2-stage purification system capable of filtering city fumes and pollutants.
- Dyson’s Zone air-purifying headphones start at $949 - "You can do your best Bane impression starting in March."
- Here’s what it’s like to wear the Dyson Zone - "I channeled my inner Bane, but not a single jaded New Yorker gave Dyson’s wearable air purifier a second glance."
- My week with Dyson’s absurd wearable air purifier - "The Dyson Zone is not the most practical device, but then again, did you really expect that from air-purifying noise-canceling headphones?"
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- Earin - since 2014. "Small Size. Big Sound." The world's smallest wireless earbuds.
- Echo Buds - since 2019. "Wireless earbuds with immersive sound, active noise reduction, and Alexa." Immersive sound - Premium speaker drivers deliver crisp, dynamic audio. Bose Active Noise Reduction Technology and sealed in-ear design limits background noise. Hands-free with Alexa - Echo Buds work with the Alexa app to stream music, play Audible audiobooks, make calls, or get directions—just ask. Access other assistants - Supports access to Siri or Google Assistant from a supported device—just press and hold your earbud.
- Even H3 Wireless Headphones - since 2014. "EVEN’s award winning flagship Bluetooth model, featuring EarPrint technology that customizes sound to your unique hearing profile. Set your EarPrint, see how you hear and manage multiple EarPrints with the EVEN EarPrint App."
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- Final - since 1974. Earphones & Headphones. All models.
- FOCAL - since 1979. "The Spirit of Sound | Listen Beyond." French manufacturer of hi-fi loudspeakers, drivers, monitors & headphones. All headphone collections.
- Focal Utopia Review | What Are the Best Hi-Fi Headphones for Wild, Wired-In Sound? - "Focal’s $4,999 Utopia headphones use pure beryllium drivers to transmit musical genius."
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- Google Pixel Buds Pro review: Google’s best earbuds yet - "Active noise cancellation is finally part of the equation."
- GRADO LABS - "Truly the world's finest Headphones and Cartridges." Our Third Generation. All models.
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- HARMAN / KARDON - since 1953. "The Harman Kardon headphone - for those who believe beautiful sound deserves to be seen." Earbuds, Over-Ear & On-Ear Headphones. All models.
- Here One - "Everything else is just a headphone." Stream. Connect. Control. Create. The first all-in-one, truly wireless listening system. With two smart buds and a connected app, you can stream music, take phone calls, reduce unwanted noise, amplify speech, access Siri and Google Now, and more.
- HIFIMAN - since 2007. "Innovating the Art of Listening." All models.
- HIFIMAN SVANAR REVIEW - "Today we review the Hifiman Svanar, the all-new flagship IEM from the Chinese brand. A new model available for $1,999 USD. Terrific highs, great sound stage, precise vocals, you could only ask for more bass... but that was it! The catch? You could have the same sound, same performances and same design (colour aside) for one-third of the price if you got the Hifiman RE-400."
- HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro - "Redefine Noise Cancellation." Cancel out the noise, dive into the beats. Voice hear-through, always stay connected. Feel the music with HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro. Immersive sound, inspiring style.
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- i.am+ - Bluetooth earphones.
- i.am+ EPs Bluetooth Wireless Headphones - "Crafted to be worn all day, the EPs magnetically click into place around the
neck, ready to answer calls or pick back up on the soundtrack to the city."
- iFi audio - since 2012. "Stairway to Heaven." Orpheus, Koss KS compatible headphone.
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- JABRA - "You're On." All models.
- Jabra Elite Active 65t In-ear headphones - "Engineered for true wireless music, calls and sport. No strings attached." A fit that’s snug and secure. Enjoy an actively lifestyle with secure fitting earbuds that provide dependable in-ear stability.
- Jabra Evolve2 85 - "Engineered to keep you focused. The best headset for concentration and collaboration."
- Jabra Intelligent Headset - "Advanced sensor pack and dynamic 3D audio - and exciting new apps platform!"
- JAWBONE ERA - Bluetooth Headset.
- Jaybird - "Wireless Buds | Bluetooth Headphones."
- JBL REFLECT ETERNAL - "Self-Charging. Endless Playtime." Wireless headphones with virtually unlimited playtime. Powered by next-generation green tech. The JBL REFLECT Eternal is made possible by Exeger’s groundbreaking light charging material that transforms natural and artificial light into free, sustainable energy.
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- KEF Ear & Headphones - all models.
- Klipsch - since 1946. "Remaining true to its founder's vision, Klipsch continues to be the brand of choice for audiophiles and home theater aficionados around the world."
- Kreafunk aHead - "Shut out the world and dance like nobody’s watching." aHead are wireless headphones with Bluetooth and a built-in microphone that allows you to answer calls when wearing them.
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- LIBRATONE Q Adapt - "Adjust the World to Your Music." In-Ear ligtning powered earphones and Q Adapt On-Ear wireless Bluetooth headphones.
- LOGITECH WIRELESS HEADSET H600 - Fold-and-Go wireless headset.
- Logitech G930 WIRELESS GAMING HEADSET - "With a lag-free wireless connection and powered by Dolby Headphone 7.1 surround sound, G930 keeps your head in the game for up to 10 hours between charges."
- LOUIS VUITTON HORIZON BLACK & NEON GREEN EARPHONES - "Created in collaboration with Virgil Abloh, these luxurious earphones are the ideal travel companion. Their modern design combines a vibrant neon green color with an embossed Monogram signature, while the charging case evokes the concave lines of the Tambour Horizon watch. With market-leading sound quality and advanced features, they combine fashion sense with cutting edge audio technology."
- Louis Vuitton Horizon Earphones - "These Louis Vuitton Horizon Wireless Earphones combine strong design with some of the best sound quality on the market. Supplied with a contemporary charging case in sandblasted stainless steel, they feature noise-cancelling and ambient-listening modes, alongside extended autonomy and wireless inductive charging. Festive and feminine, this red version is signed with red LV initials inside a polished gold-colored stud."
- Louis Vuitton's Horizon Earphones Will Illuminate Your Listening Experience - "The third-gen light-up buds come in five colors and boast Master & Dynamic-approved sound quality."
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- Mark Levinson - "No. 5909 | Effortless luxury." Lose yourself in your music with the first-ever headphones from Mark Levinson, a pioneer in high-fidelity audio for the past 50 years. Reference-quality sound meets luxurious comfort in a lightweight and durable set of headphones featuring Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) that’s perfect for travel. Reveal the hidden details in your music – at home, on the go, or anywhere you find a moment to listen.
- MARSHALL HEADPHONES - since 1962. "Lend Us Your Ears and We'll Play You a Song." In Ear, On Ear, Over Ear & Bluetooth. All models.
- Master & Dynamic - since 2013. "High End Headphones & Sound Tools." Headphones & Earphones. All models.
- Metaxas Audio Systems Metaxas Marquis Headphone Amplifier - since 1981. "The Marquis is as fast as the devil, has glow and spirit, temperament and cunning. It has fire."
- Meze Audio - "Perfect natural sound. Meze wood audiophile headphones and earphones deliver high quality and warm natural sound to music lovers everywhere."
- Microsoft Surface headphones - "Escape the ordinary." The smarter way to listen. Music and calls sound spectacular with active noise cancellation, rich audio, Bluetooth connectivity, and on-ear touch controls.
- MONSTER - "Monster has your headphones, come get them." Headphones & In-Earphones. All models.
- Montblanc MB 01 Smart Travel Over-Ear Headphone - "The Sound of Comfort." Add a new dimension to your travels with the new wireless over-ear Montblanc MB 01 headphones, combining high-end sound technology, fine materials and craftsmanship for a luxury headphone experience, no matter how far or fast you go. The new Montblanc MB 01 wireless headphones, crafted in aluminium, fine leather and robust silicon elevate the experience of travel and enjoyment of music to new levels. The ergonomic lightweight design with luxuriously soft leather ear cushions ensures lasting comfort on the longest journeys.
- MrSpeakers - since 2012. "MrSpeakers designs and manufactures planar magnetic and electrostatic headphones in sunny San Diego, USA." All models.
- MrSpeakers - "MrSpeakers' ETHER 2 headphone is our all-new top of the line open-back planar magnetic headphone with a new driver, motor, baffle, and headband all designed to synergistically blend stunningly lifelike sound with the industry-leading comfort and reliability that are the hallmarks of MrSpeakers' products."
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- Naim Audio Uniti Atom Headphone Edition - since 1973. "Relax at home, without distractions." The Uniti Atom Headphone Edition can transform any space into your own audio cocoon. Where typical headphone amplifiers demand tethering to a computer the Uniti Atom Headphone Edition has all the brains - and Naim’s exclusive streaming platform. The headphone-optimised version of the multi-award-wining Uniti Atom also features Balanced 4-pin XLR and 4.4mm (Pentaconn) outputs; 6.3mm output, plus is compatible with an array of headphones - we suggest Focal as the perfect partner. Offering yet more flexibility, you can keep up to three headphones plugged in and switch sets depending on what you’re listening to and when.
- Naim Uniti Atom Headphone Edition REVIEW - "The Naim Uniti Atom Headphone Edition, of course, is jam-packed with all kinds of goodies. First of all, connectivity options are supremely comprehensive, at least for right now: Chromecast, Airplay, Tidal, Spotify Connect, internet Radio, Qobuz, Tidal Connect and more. (You’ll get wireless updates when you’re plugged into UPnP network.) Bluetooth, yes. Digital inputs (S/PDIF), yes. Analog outputs, yes. Multiroom functions, of course! Storage? Yes! HDMI ARC? Yup. Roon ready? How could it not be? Built-in Chromecast? Check. That big round Naim touch/turn dial that acts as the user interface? Naim is putting that on everything, including the monstrous Statement amps I’ve seen at the last couple of hi-fi shows. Yes, yes, yes."
- Neurable MW75 Neuro - "The Mind. Unlocked. | Work Smarter, Not Longer." See when and where you focus best so you can optimize your day, help avoid burnout, and boost your productivity. Limited Inventory Available: Get in on Neurable’s innovative Brain Computer Interface wearable made for everyday use, crafted in limited quantities at launch. Secure yours today. Price: US$699.
- ‘Like a Fitbit for your brain’: These game-changing headphones could stop you burning out - "Mind-reading headphones sound like an invention straight out of a science-fiction film, and a far-fetched one at that. But that’s exactly what Boston-based startup Neurable has spent the last nine years creating - and they’re going on sale this fall."
- Nothing Ear (1) - "Sound of change." Introducing Nothing ear (1). Raw beauty with precise engineering and state-of-the-art noise cancellation for a pure sound experience. Ultra light at 4.7g. Powerful 11.6mm speaker driver. Sound by Teenage Engineering. Active Noise Cancellation. Up to 34 hours of listening.
- Nothing Ear 2 review: it’s what’s on the inside that counts - "The second-generation earbuds might look almost identical to the Ear 1s but with a $50 higher asking price. Lucky for Nothing, their sound quality is in a different league."
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- Nura - since 2015. "Award-winning personalised sound." NuraTrue Pro. Redefining the standard for wireless earbuds. The world's first earbuds with lossless audio and personalised sound.
- I tried NuraTrue Pro's lossless audio earbuds & now I doubt my hearing - "All the odds were in my favor, but Nura's app said otherwise."
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- OnePlus Bullets Wireless - "Free Your Music."
- OPPO - "Planar Magnetic Headphones." Natural, dynamic, and engaging sound quality.
- OPPO PM-1 - "Larger than Life Sound. To Hear the Smallest Detail." Planar Magnetic headphone.
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- PARROT - "The most advanced headphones."
- PARROT ZIK 3 - "Wireless Everything." Designed by Philippe Starck. Everything a pair of headphones should offer: beautiful, wireless, intuitive, technological, compatible with all ‘modern’ devices like smart watches.
- PARROT ZIK Gold Collection - "Yellow Gold." The Parrot Zik is revealing your emotions. It merges with the body, like a technological extension of you to listen to music.
- PSB SPEAKERS - "Real Sound For Real People." All models.
- PHILIPS - "The best listening experience." On- / Over- / In-Ear / Noise-Cancelling & Bluetooth headphones. All Models.
- PIONEER - since 1960. "Perfect Sound on the Move and at Home." All models.
- Pioneer SE-Master 1 - "The flagship SE-MASTER1 is born combining technological leadership with visionary innovation."
- Pixel Buds Pro review: Google’s best earbuds yet - "Active noise cancellation is finally part of the equation."
- Pryma - "Look As Unique As You Listen."
- Pryma 01 - "The premium headphones, handmade in Italy by Sonus faber."
- PURITY - "Nokia Purity by Monster." On-Ear, In-Ear, Over-Ear Headphones. All models.
- Nokia Puriry Pro - "High Definition Over-Ear Wireless Headset with Active Noise Cancelling."
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- Questyle NHB12 - "World's First True Lossless Earphone for Apple Music Lossless." The NHB12 supports Hi-Res lossless music reproduction up to 192kHz and 24bit. Enjoy the unparalleled, plug & play lossless music experience. Integrated DAC and Current Mode Amplifier, providing the unparalleled sound quality.The sample rate indicator displays one light for standard lossless quality and two lights for Hi-Res lossless quality when receiving music.
- Forget AirPods Pro 2, these 'made for iPhone' wired earbuds deliver true lossless audio - "These 'made for iPhone' wired earbuds are what Apple Music lossless audio users have been waiting for, but there's a catch. Questyle's wired earbuds deliver true lossless audio for iPhones."
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- RHA - "Sound.Engineered." High Quality Headphones & Earphones. All models.
- RHA T20i - "High fidelity, noise isolating, DualCoil in-ear headphone with remote and microphone."
- Rosson Audio Design - since 2018. "Custom Planar Magnetic Headphones." We create custom high performance unique headphones.
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- SENNHEISER - since 1945. "The Headphones You Want." No matter what you expect from your headphones or headset: There is a Sennheiser for you, offering high-quality design and the legendary Sennheiser sound. All models.
- Sennheiser IE 200 earbuds review: reconnecting with music - literally - "We all get tired of Bluetooth sometimes, and the IE 200s are a nice reminder of what we’ve lost by trading the headphone jack for wireless convenience and platform-specific earbud features."
- Sennheiser IE 600 earbuds combine audiophile sonics with aerospace materials - "New wired in-ears to slot in between the IE 300 and IE 900."
- Sennheiser Momentum 4 review: tremendous noise-cancelling headphones - "The fourth-generation of the Momentum Bluetooth headphones from the renowned German audio manufacturer Sennheiser are a wholesale redesign, ditching their previous retro styling for something simpler and much more comfortable. All this with 60-hours of battery life."
- Sennheiser Gaming Headsets - Choose your gaming platform: PC, Playstation, Mac & Multi Platform.
- Sennheiser HD 820 - "The new audiophile standard for closed-back headphones."
- Sennheiser HE 1 - The new Orpheus - "Excellence Reshaped." In 1991 we created the best headphones in the world. We called them Orpheus. Now, we have done it again. The uncompromising philosophy remaining, this is Sennheiser HE 1. In otherworldly sound and timeless beauty. Perfectly engineered. Equipped with unique features and state-of-the-art technology these headphones transform music from something you listen to, into something you live in. The most expensive headphone setup in the world.
- Sennheiser HIGH-END HEADPHONES - "The Plain Truth - HiFi Headphones That Accept Only One Reference: The Original."
- SENNHEISER HOME AUDIO HEADPHONES - "Enjoy your Home Entertainment set-up to its fullest potential. Superb sound quality plus wireless freedom means that there aren't cables to trip over, you're not waking the neighbors and it's just you and your favorite movie."
- Sennheiser Momentum true wireless - "A new dimension in wearable sound." Uncompromised sound performance, state-of-the-art technology and refined design all come together in Sennheiser’s True Wireless premium earbuds.
- Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 4 review: best-sounding noise-cancelling earbuds - "Quality earbuds with improved Bluetooth, great battery life, good controls and future-proofed tech."
- Sennheiser Urbanite - "Listening Lovers Love the Urbanite." Thousands of ears around the globe are already big fans of the Urbanite with its powerful bass, its timeless design and its robustness in everyday life. So see, read and listen to what fans who have already fallen in love with these headphones say.
- Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 review: bringing bass to bone conduction headphones - "New running headphones combine bone conduction and open-air speakers for more rounded sound."
- SHURE - since 1925. All models.
- SKULLCANDY - all models.
- Skullcandy GRIND WIRELESS - "Grind Wireless on-ear headphone delivers premium build and sound quality without the premium price."
- Sonos Ace - since 2002. "Obsessively crafted and masterfully tuned, these headphones make you feel at one with the sounds that matter most to you."
- Sonos Ace review: quality noise-cancelling headphones worth the wait - "Company’s long-awaited headphones deliver top sound, long battery life, supreme comfort and killer home-cinema feature."
- Sonos releases Ace headphones with cinema-sound party trick - "Bluetooth and wifi noise-cancelling cans aim to dethrone Apple and Bose with ultimate private film experience."
- SONY - since 1946. "Casual, studio monitor, or audiophile, Sony has headphones for all." All models.
- Sony’s headphone app will soon analyze your ears for 360 audio - "More immersive sound is nearly ready for your phone."
- Sony's latest neckband speaker supports Dolby Atmos - "The $300 SRS-NS7 can also stream 360 Reality Audio from your phone."
- SPL Phonitor xe review - "Headphone obsessives should form a queue here."
- STEEL SERIES - "Gaming Headsets with Best Audio Quality." All models.
- STEEL SERIES Siberia 800 - wireless gaming headset delivers immersive Dolby surround sound. Perfect for gaming on PC, Mac, Xbox and PlayStation.
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- T+A - since 1978. "Engineering Emotion." Solitaire P & T Headphones & Headphone Amplifier.
- Why These New Ultra-Premium Headphones Are Some of the Best We’ve Ever Tested - "The Solitaire P headphones and HA 200 amplifier work together to reveal previously unheard layers of a recording." Robb Report.
- Tea - Ultraslim Hi-Res Headphone Amplifier - "High Definition Music. Lossless Streaming Audio." MagSafe compatible: "Khadas Tea" magnetically attaches to your iPhone 12 or newer smartphone, or an Android phone equipped with a MagSafe compatible case. No more messy wires and dongles, just freedom of pure style. 'Tea' measures just 7.95mm at its thickest point, which means it can still comfortably slip into your pocket even when magnetically attached to your smartphone. 'Tea' brings back the analog audio jack to your smartphone with 3.5mm output, so you can use your favourite high-fidelity headphones to listen to lossless streaming audio directly from your streaming app. Supports up to 300 ohm impedances.
- Tonino Lamborghini - "Pure Italian Talent." Earphones. All models.
- Tonino Lamborghini EARPHONE QUANTUM HL-01-B - "When style, luxury and high technology come together, a work of high art is born. Quantum HL-01, the top model in the Quantum range, are a high end set of in-ear headphones."
- Trust - all models.
- Trust Rezon - Wireless headphone for TV with high quality digital audio and charging stand.
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- Ultimate Ears UE FITS earbuds - "A Perfect Fit in 60 Seconds." Your search for the perfect pair of earphones has finally come to an end! UE FITS are the world’s first Quick Custom-Fit, Truly Wireless earbuds that mold to the unique shape of your ears in under 60 seconds. These revolutionary earphones are designed to provide you with the perfect fit, delivering all-day comfort and premium sound. Limited Units Available. Be The First To Receive Them.
- Ultrasone - since 1990. "THE headphone company - Highest Quality, Innovation, Great Service!" Made with love in Bavaria. All models.
- Urbanears - On-Ear, Wireless & Earbuds headphones & headsets. All models.
- Urbanears Roland-Garros X Hellas - "Cord-free Hellas keep it classy on the tennis courts with a washable headband and ear-cushions, built-in mic, and swipe interface."
- Urbanears Plattan 2 - "The perfect classic headphone." Plattan 2 is the grown-up version of an Urbanears classic, upgraded to deliver a next-level experience in sound and ergonomics. Features a flexible 3D Hinge, extra isolating ear cushions, and clear, well-defined sound.
- Urbanista headphone review - "These solar-powered headphones let you ditch the charger. These noise-canceling cans are a fine listen, but what really sets them apart is a solar cell that derives energy from any type of light."
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- V-Moda - "Award-Winning headphones with the highest quality standards in the world. Milano Design, Globally Engineered." In ear,on ear and over ear headphones give you a unique sound signature with fashion forward design.
- VERTU Bluetooth Headset - since 1998.
- Vertu V Headphone - "These stylish headphones are crafted by our experts, with aircraft-grade aluminium and the finest lambskin leather, to be the most comfortable in their class."
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