Ulf Kaiser
Ulf Kaiser has held various positions in the professional audio industry since 1997 and since 1998 as a tech author, translator and editor. In addition to music, studio technology, synthesizers, guitars and all things hi-fi are among his areas of interest.
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Yamaha YH-L700A
With the YH-L700A, Yamaha offers wireless closed over-ear headphones with a unique design and integrated noise cancelling, 3D audio and head tracking.
1more ComfoBuds 2
With the ComfoBuds 2, Chinese manufacturer 1more maintains its product profile. These Bluetooth earbuds, available in matt black or white, are aimed at users who are looking for affordable headphones for everyday use. It's not just about the highest sound quality, but also about the other tasks that such a device fulfils in everyday life with a smartphone: Phone calls or the use of voice assistants. This results in a well-rounded package at an attractive price.
Sennheiser RS 5200
The Sennheiser RS 5200 is aimed particularly at older TV viewers and those with hearing problems. With this model, the manufacturer offers a straightforward, wireless solution that explicitly addresses the requirements of this customer group.
Sennheiser IE 900
The IE 900 is the audiophile crowning glory of Sennheiser's in-ear portfolio. Design expertise and precision manufacturing prove that a single dynamic full-range driver provides the potential for audiophile sound, just as it does in large over-ear headphones. The IE 900 are sound-neutral in the best way, excellently tuned and offer silvery transparency in the top end. Sound connoisseur should listen carefully …
Beyerdynamic Blue Byrd (2. Generation)
The new Beyerdynamic Blue Byrd (2nd generation) offer convincing wearing comfort, practical high battery performance and a powerful sound image including sound personalisation at an exciting price of about 129 euros. They are therefore ideally suited for mobile and sports use.
Libratone Air+ 2
In their second generation, the Libratone Air+ again offer an attractive combination of sound quality, improved functionality and wearing comfort at an attractive price. Their range of use is quite universal and extends from mobile applications to sports and office use.
Shure Aonic 215 Gen 2
If you're comfortable with true-wireless headphones that use an over-ear hook, then the Shure Aonic 215 Gen 2 is attractively priced, sports-ready in-ears with convincing sound quality. What's more, they can be converted to wired operation for high-resolution music listening away from compressed Bluetooth signals.
LG TONE Free DFP8
The LG Tone Free DFP8 follow in the footsteps of the LG Tone Free FN7, which we praised for their good price-performance ratio. A lavish further increased functionality, including noise cancelling, high wearing comfort and convincing sound, also result in a recommendation for 2021, especially since the price has been reduced to 179 euros.
64 Audio U6t
First-class workmanship, superb wearing comfort and excellent sound. Although you'll have to dig deep into your pocket for the 64 Audio U6t, you'll get a professional IEM headphone with an all-round genre recommendation and genuine monitoring qualities.
Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless
In contrast to the CX True Wireless, the new Sennheiser CX Plus True Wireless model offers functional noise cancelling and a coherent, powerful sound image for an extra 30 euros. These new True Wireless earbuds also fit comfortably. These Bluetooth in-ears from Sennheiser turned out to be real all-rounders for sports, home office and everyday use. Are they the best in-ear headphones in their class?