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Neutral, fatigue-free sound with tight lows and razor-clear mids. Lightweight, modular build and strong isolation — a no-drama studio workhorse.

Handcrafted maple, Urushi lacquer, and innovative BioDyna drivers give the Fostex TH-919 exceptional sound and luxurious comfort. Our test shows why it sets new standards for high-end headphones.

The Nothing Ear (3) combine a unique Super Mic in the case with adaptive ANC, LDAC and a bold sound signature. Stylish, weatherproof and feature-rich – but with room for improvement in transparency mode.

With refined carbon-fibre drivers, premium design and future-ready updates like Auracast and spatial audio, the PX8 S2 delivers sound quality that sets a new benchmark in the €700 class.

For under €100, the Huawei FreeBuds 7i deliver a well-equipped package that convinces both technically and sonically.

The Status Audio Pro X combine a triple-driver system with Hi-Res codecs, effective ANC and AI call clarity. With LDAC, LC3, Multipoint and Auracast support, plus up to 32 hours battery life, they rank among the most exciting premium in-ears of the year.

With the OneOdio Studio Max 1, Chinese manufacturer OneOdio introduces a DJ headphone that can be used via cable, Bluetooth or—most notably—through an included wireless transmitter.

The Fostex T60RPmk2 is the latest version of the semi-open over-ear headphone, equipped with updated planar magnetic drivers that deliver a warm, studio-grade sound.

The Beyerdynamic Aventho 300 is an over-ear model with head tracking, Bluetooth 5.4, and adaptive ANC. Additionally, its premium sound can be customized to your liking.

The Cambridge Audio Melomania A100 is a standout in the under-$150 price range. Its top-of-the-line features, including sound quality, comfort, and noise cancellation, earn it high marks.