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Headphones

Headphones have undergone a remarkable evolution in recent years, with significant advancements in sound quality, convenience, and features.

With the advent of cutting-edge technologies, wireless headphones now offer exceptional sound quality comparable to their wired counterparts.

Headphones have undergone a remarkable evolution in recent years, with significant advancements in sound quality, convenience, and features.

With the advent of cutting-edge technologies, wireless headphones now offer exceptional sound quality comparable to their wired counterparts.

Allowing users to experience a more immersive and authentic audio experience while benefiting from the hassle-free convenience of wireless.

One standout feature that has become increasingly popular in modern headphones is noise cancellation. Active Noise-canceling (ANC) headphones utilise advanced technology to eliminate or significantly reduce unwanted ambient sounds from the environment. This feature is particularly beneficial for everyday life, as it allows users to immerse themselves in their music, podcasts, or audio content without being disturbed by external noise.

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Showing 40 Most Popular Headphones

JBL Quantum 360P Wireless Gaming Headset for Playstation, White

JBL Quantum 360P Wireless Gaming Headset for Playstation, White
Compatible with PS5 3D audio
RRP £79.99
£69.99
3 in stock

JBL Tune Flex True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, White

JBL Tune Flex True Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, White
12mm drivers offer JBL's Pure Bass Sound
RRP £79.99
£79.00
3 in stock

Yamaha TW-E3C True Wireless Earbuds, Black

Yamaha TW-E3C True Wireless Earbuds, Black
Yamaha True Sound establishes clear audio
RRP £95.00
£89.00
2 in stock

Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones

Sennheiser HD 560S Headphones
Ergonomic chassis offers extreme comfort
RRP £179.99
£99.00
20+ in stock

Rode NTH-100 Professional Studio Headphones

Rode NTH-100 Professional Studio Headphones
Ideal for mixing and mastering
£105.00
20+ in stock
(3)
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Audio-Technica ATH-PDG1a Premium Open Back Gaming Headset, Black/Red

Audio-Technica ATH-PDG1a Premium Open Back Gaming Headset, Black/Red
Large 40mm drivers with CCAW voice coils for unrivalled sound quality
RRP £149.99
£109.00
2 in stock
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Sennheiser HD 25 Headphones

Sennheiser HD 25 Headphones
Professional Sennheiser monitoring headphones
£117.00
20+ in stock
(4)

Sennheiser Sport In-Ear True Wireless Headphones

Sennheiser Sport In-Ear True Wireless Headphones
Sleek and durable sports earphones
RRP £119.99
£119.00
2 in stock

Topping ArpegEar Series Hane In Ear Monitors, Black

Topping ArpegEar Series Hane In Ear Monitors, Black
Diamond-Like Composite diaphragm
£129.00
3 in stock

Sennheiser Accentum Wireless ANC Headphones, White

Sennheiser Accentum Wireless ANC Headphones, White
50 hour battery life on a single charge
RRP £159.99
£129.00
2 in stock

Technics EAH-AZ40M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, Black

Technics EAH-AZ40M2 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, Black
6mm drivers
£129.99
5 in stock

Grado SR225x Prestige Series Headphones

Grado SR225x Prestige Series Headphones
Detailed, dynamic, and balanced headphones
RRP £249.95
£182.00
1 in stock

Shure AONIC 40 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black

Shure AONIC 40 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black
Studio quality noise cancelling headphones
RRP £215.00
£183.00
2 in stock
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Sennheiser HD 400 PRO Studio Reference Headphones

Sennheiser HD 400 PRO Studio Reference Headphones
Neutral sound for precise monitoring
RRP £200.00
£190.00
11 in stock

JBL Tour One M2 Over-Ear Noise Cancelling BT Headphones, Black

JBL Tour One M2 Over-Ear Noise Cancelling BT Headphones, Black
JBL Spatial Sound creates a 3D soundstage
RRP £279.99
£202.21
3 in stock

Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Earphones, Glacier Blue

Bowers & Wilkins Pi6 Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Earphones, Glacier Blue
Bio-cellulose drivers
£219.00
1 in stock
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Yamaha YH-L700A Wireless ANC On Ear Headphones, Black

Yamaha YH-L700A Wireless ANC On Ear Headphones, Black
Up to 34 hours of battery life
RRP £479.00
£225.00
7 in stock

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e Wireless Headphones, Cloud Grey

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2e Wireless Headphones, Cloud Grey
Evolved with features of the flagship Px8
RRP £379.00
£226.00
12 in stock

Grado GW100X Wireless Headphones

Grado GW100X Wireless Headphones
Great portability lets you listen to your music anywhere
£228.00
7 in stock

Grado SR325x Prestige Series Headphones

Grado SR325x Prestige Series Headphones
What Hi-Fi? Product of the Year 2024
RRP £329.95
£247.00
4 in stock

Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 Wireless Earphones, Storm Grey

Bowers & Wilkins Pi5 S2 Wireless Earphones, Storm Grey
True Wireless Bluetooth earbuds
£249.00
8 in stock

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones, White

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones, White
Class-leading ANC headphones with 60 hours of battery
RRP £309.99
£249.00
4 in stock

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones, Black

Sennheiser Momentum 4 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones, Black
Class-leading ANC headphones with 60 hours of battery
RRP £309.99
£249.00
2 in stock

Meze 99 Classic Over Ear Headphones, Walnut/Gold

Meze 99 Classic Over Ear Headphones, Walnut/Gold
High-performance closed-back headphones
RRP £279.00
£269.00
5 in stock
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FiiO KA17 Portable DAC & Wired Headphone Package Builder

FiiO KA17 Portable DAC & Wired Headphone Package Builder
Upgrade your portable listening experience
£278.98
£270.61
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Sennheiser HD 620S Closed Back Headphones

Sennheiser HD 620S Closed Back Headphones
Light, comfortable, distraction-free
£299.00
3 in stock

Denon AH-GC30 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, White

Denon AH-GC30 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, White
Hi-res Denon premium FreeEdge driver
RRP £329.00
£299.00
2 in stock

Denon AH-GC30 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black

Denon AH-GC30 Premium Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Black
Hi-res Denon premium FreeEdge driver
RRP £329.00
£299.00
1 in stock

Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 Wireless Earphones, Canvas White

Bowers & Wilkins Pi7 S2 Wireless Earphones, Canvas White
True 24-bit Bluetooth earphones
£349.00
1 in stock
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Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Wireless Headphones, Vintage Champagne

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3 Wireless Headphones, Vintage Champagne
Enhanced ANC with new eight-mic array
£399.00
2 in stock

Sennheiser HD 660S2 Open Back Headphones

Sennheiser HD 660S2 Open Back Headphones
Open-back design creates a natural sound
RRP £499.00
£403.26
6 in stock

Denon AH-D5200 Reference Quality Over-Ear Headphones

Denon AH-D5200 Reference Quality Over-Ear Headphones
Classic style meets modern sound
RRP £599.00
£415.00
3 in stock

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Headphones, Royal Burgundy

Bowers & Wilkins Px8 Wireless Headphones, Royal Burgundy
Flagship noise cancelling headphones
RRP £599.00
£459.00
1 in stock

Neumann NDH 30 Open Back Studio Headphones

Neumann NDH 30 Open Back Studio Headphones
Accurate, detailed sound for monitoring
RRP £539.00
£469.00
19 in stock

DALI IO-8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Iron Black

DALI IO-8 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Iron Black
Hi-fi quality noise-cancelling headphones
£499.00
5 in stock

Focal Hadenys Open-Back Headphones

Focal Hadenys Open-Back Headphones
Ideal for high-fidelity at-home listening
RRP £599.00
£499.00
2 in stock

Focal Azurys Closed-Back Headphones

Focal Azurys Closed-Back Headphones
Personal hi-fi for travel and home
£499.00
3 in stock
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Mark Levinson No 5909 ANC Headphones, Black and FREE Headphone Stand

Mark Levinson No 5909 ANC Headphones, Black and FREE Headphone Stand
Free Fisual Headphone stand
RRP £763.99
£629.00
2 in stock

Focal Bathys Wireless ANC Headphones, Deep Black

Focal Bathys Wireless ANC Headphones, Deep Black
Active Noise Cancellation
£699.00
8 in stock

Focal Bathys Wireless ANC Headphones, Dune Edition

Focal Bathys Wireless ANC Headphones, Dune Edition
Bright and distinguished Dune Edition finish
£699.00
2 in stock

About Headphones

In today's market, there is a wide range of brands to choose from, catering to various preferences and budgets. Established industry leaders like JBL, Sennheiser, and Focal have garnered a reputation for producing top-notch wireless headphones that deliver exceptional audio performance and durability. Wired headphones remain an excellent choice for at-home use. The physical connection between the headphones and the audio source ensures a stable and uninterrupted signal transmission, resulting in a more accurate and precise reproduction of sound. This makes wired headphones ideal for audiophiles and music enthusiasts who appreciate the subtle nuances in their favorite tracks.

On the other hand, earphones, also known as in-ear headphones or earbuds, are smaller and fit directly into the ear canal. They offer portability and convenience, making them a popular choice for on-the-go use. Earphones are lightweight, compact, and easy to carry, making them suitable for activities like commuting, exercising, or traveling. They also allow for better situational awareness, as they do not fully block out external sounds, which can be beneficial in certain scenarios.

Headphone FAQs

Are in ear or over eat headphones better?

In-ear headphones, are lightweight, small, and easy to carry, making them a popular choice for activities like commuting, exercising, or traveling. Over-ear headphones generally provide better sound quality and a more immersive listening experience due to their larger drivers and better noise isolation.

How do I choose new headphones?

When choosing new headphones, here is a list of factors to consider:

  • Sound Quality: Look for headphones that offer excellent sound reproduction
  • Comfort: Consider the design and fit of the headphones.
  • Wired or Wireless: Decide whether you prefer the convenience of wireless headphones or the reliability and sound quality of wired headphones.
  • Noise Cancellation: Determine if you need active noise cancellation (ANC) for blocking out external sounds.
  • Price Range: Set a budget range and look for options that offer the best balance of features and quality within your budget.

  • Which headphone is best wired or wireless?

    The choice between wired and wireless headphones mostly comes down to use case scenario. Wired headphones are favoured for use at home offering superior sound quality great for detailed listening sessions. Whereas wireless headphones are preferred for their convenience while travelling, commuting or on-the-move.


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