Find your pair

Seven questions. The answer is a shortlist from the catalogue with the reason for each — design and specification, never a sponsored placement.

01Who are they for?

My first good pairAn upgradeA gift

02What's the most you'll spend?

Up to $200Up to $500Up to $1,000Up to $2,000No limit

03What are they for, mostly?

On the commuteOn flightsAt work or in cafésAt home, at a desk or on the sofaGamingCalls and meetingsA bit of everything

04Which style?

Closed-backOpen-backIn-earNo preference

05What matters most?

Sound quality above allNoise cancellingFolds or packs smallComfort for long sessionsLong battery life

06Wired or wireless?

WirelessWiredEither

07Do you have a headphone amp?

No — phone or laptop onlyYes, or I'm happy to get one

08 · optionalUpgrading? What do you own now?

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