Headphones
All reviews of the headphones category at a glance
In this archive you will find an overview of all reviews in the headphone category – from Bluetooth to noise cancelling, in-ear, over-ear and cable to gaming.
Sony WF-1000XM6 Review: Are These TWS In-Ear Headphones Better Than the XM5?
Audiophile ANC In-Ear Headphones for Feature Enthusiasts
Sony WF-1000XM6 Review: Outstanding noise cancellation, natural sound, and a wide variety of apps. But is it better than the more affordable XM5?
Sony WH-CH730N and WH-CH530: New long-lasting headphones for IFA, starting at 60 euros
Big on Battery, Easy on the Wallet
Sony is unveiling the new WH-CH730N and WH-CH530 at IFA 2026. With up to 55 hours of battery life, LE Audio, and multipoint connectivity, starting at 59.99 euros.
Sony WH-1000XM4C Officially Announced: The Iconic Headphones Are Back
Comeback of the year
As reported by STEREO GUIDE, Sony is releasing the WH-1000XM4C. The new version of the XM4 costs 249 euros and comes with a 10-band EQ and the Apache 207 profile.
Final ZE 3000 SV TWS with ANC Review
Final Jazztination
A monitor-style, natural-sounding, very comfortable, and hassle-free true wireless headset with fairly subtle ANC and a limited set of features at an affordable price.
Audio-Technica ATH-M20xSTS: Streaming headset with a condenser microphone for 99 euros
On the air
The Audio-Technica ATH-M20xSTS combines 40-mm drivers with a condenser microphone. The streaming headset will be available starting September 1 for 99 euros.
JBL Quantum 850, 520, 520X, and 120: Four New Gaming Headsets
Four wins
JBL is launching the Quantum 850, 520, 520X, and 120. The gaming headsets range in price from 44.99 to 279.99 euros. Here’s an overview of their features, differences, and prices.
WORLD OF HEADPHONES Will Be Part of the FINEST AUDIO SHOW in Darmstadt and Cologne
Hi-Fi Meets Head-Fi
WORLD OF HEADPHONES will no longer be held as a standalone event in Heidelberg and Essen. Going forward, the headphone trade show will be integrated into the FINEST AUDIO SHOW.
Cayin CP6 Review: A High-End DAC Meets a Portable CD Player
Is the tube CD player a hit?
Cayin CP6 Review: This portable CD player with a tube amplifier impresses as a high-quality USB DAC, headphone amplifier, and hi-res player with a neutral sound.
Is Sony bringing back its iconic headphones? A leak points to a new WH-1000XM4C model
Are These Iconic Headphones Set for a Surprising Comeback?
Sony might re-release its iconic WH-1000XM4 headphones as the XM4C. We’ll break down the leak and compare it to our review of the current WH-1000XM6.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen): New Design, Immersive Audio, and Improved ANC
Quiet Goes Spatial
Bose introduces the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen): featuring TrueSpatial Immersive Audio, QuietControl ANC, USB-C audio up to 24-bit/48 kHz, and new colors.