The Ora GQ headphones are the first to bring graphene—and nanotechnology—to the headphone market. Graphene is a carbon compound 1000X lighter than paper and 200X stronger than steel, making it an ideal material for high-performance audio applications. The GQ headphones offer wired/wireless operation, a gesture control track-pad, lambskin leather and an ear-shaped design optimized for sound quality. The graphene drivers deliver superior sound, volume, 70% increase in battery efficiency & unrivaled high frequency response.

This is the first Hi-Fi wi-fi audio hub for headphones and speakers. It uses low frequency wi-fi to stream real-time audio to multiple listeners. Up to 4 at a time. Using small, individual wireless HUB receivers, the system works with any & all headphones & speakers. A funded Kickstarter.

With the new 1000XM3 (Mark 3), Sony has made their top-of-the-line noise-cancelling headphones even better. The key to these redesigned over-ear headphones is a new noise-canceling processor, the QN1, which Sony says is better than the last model by a factor of 4; making them even better at blocking out airplane noise and similar environmental sounds we’d rather not endure.

Created for gamers who demand the best in audio quality, namely lossless 24-bit high fidelity, SteelSeries’ Arctis Pro PC headphones plug into the “GameDAC” breakout box, an advanced DAC powered by an ESS Sabre 9018 chip. It’s a set-up sure to deliver next-level sound for gaming but will make the most of 24-bit streaming services like Tidal HiFi. A wireless version is also available.

The flagship H2 Wireless headphones from Even use Ear Print Technology to test your hearing and use the data to provide a fully customized listening experience. The profile is stored in your device and other Ear Prints can be created & managed within the H2 App. They feature real Walnut wood ear cups with 40mm Berylium drivers that deliver 110+/-2db of high-quality sound with less than 3% harmonic distortion. Battery life: 20 hours.

Skullcandy’s Venue headphones feature a streamlined over-ear design and active noise cancelling as well as a convenient one-button “monitor mode” that allows you to easily switch off sound when someone is speaking to you. Best of all though, they feature a Tile tracking device built-in, so if you happen to misplace them, they’ll be easy to find with your smartphone, using the Tile mobile app.

To achieve sound that’s 10-times better than standard dynamic headphones—clearer, crisper and distortion-less—the Bravo headphone from Sharkk uses electrostatic technology which requires a powerful amp to drive the audio. Sharkk has developed a hybrid of this expensive technology to create the world’s most affordable Electrostatic headphone with an incredible frequency response range of 6 Hz – 45 kHz.

In celebration of 70 years in the innovation business, Sony has created a set of super high-end, high frequency headphones truly worthy of a “platinum” anniversary. The Z1R Signature Series features 70mm Magnesium dome drivers, neodymium magnets, aluminum diaphragms, and a headband made of beta titanium. Available in November.

With a design that folds flat for transport & travel, the MW50 wireless headphones from Master & Dynamic feature audiophile-quality sound powered by 40mm Berylium drivers & premium materials like machined aluminum, Lambskin leather, & memory foam padding. 16-hour battery life.

Adidas teamed up with Swedish audio technology lab Zounds to create 2 new sport & training headphones. The wireless on-ear RPT-01 & the wireless in-ear FWD-01 were developed by Zounds & rigorously tested & approved by elite Adidas athletes. Both feature rugged, sweat-proof construction & a safety feature called Passive Transparency, allowing natural sounds to cut through the music to keep you alert.

Controlled by a mere swipe or tap of your finger, Phiaton’s BT 460 lets you play, pause, fast-forward, rewind, adjust volume, and accept calls using an interactive surface on the right side of your headphones. It also allows you to connect 2 devices at once, like your phone & iPad, so you can watch movies & play games without the risk of missing a call.

Integrated 1-touch controls that allow you to take calls, scroll through songs & adjust volume as well as playback make for an intuitive experience with U-Jays Wireless over-ear headphones. Isolated sound is delivered through a pair of 40mm drivers. They also feature a 360º microphone & 25-hour battery life.

With sound settings that automatically adjust to the noise around you, Jabra’s Elite 85h over-ear headphones deliver top-tier noise cancelling as well as supporting 3 voice assistants: Alexa, Siri & Google Assistant. They also offer an impressive 32-hour battery life and customizable audio profiles plus preset ones like: ‘Commute,’ ‘In Public’ or ‘In Private’ modes.

The H4 is the latest offering in Bang & Olufsen’s premium line of Beoplay headphones. This wireless over-ear model is highlighted by aluminum construction & lambskin covered memory foam ear pads. They feature simple physical buttons to control playback & sound can be custom-tuned to your taste with the Beoplay App.

From the makers of recording studio-quality Blue brand microphones comes a new line of premium headphones. They feature 50mm drivers sealed in an airtight enclosure for superior sound and unique ergonomics provide a better fit. Choose from a passive sound model or go for the powered-up one that features a built-in audiophile 3-mode amplifier.

This week at CES, Sennheiser unveiled its update to the popular high-end 800 S series headphones: the HD 820. The open-back design features a metal over-ear can with a Gorilla Glass window putting the internals on display. The headband and ear-pads are a mix of synthetic leather and microfiber and it uses an over-sized 4.4mm audio-in plug to reduce distortion.

Music lovers and fans of dope design choose Master & Dynamic headphones for audiophile-quality sound and the brand’s use of high-end materials. The new ultralight MW65s is their first to offer active noise-cancelling, so it’s fully loaded: wireless, 40mm Beryllium drivers, dual microphone, 24 hours of battery life, USB-C fast charge, and weighs in at just 8.8 ounces.

Dolby is known worldwide for industry-leading sound technology. And finally, after decades as the subtle logo found stamped on the best audio products across many markets, Dolby is branding a product of their own, and likely, the first of many to come. The wireless Dolby Dimension over-ear headphones are optimized for home entertainment to deliver the premium sound quality Dolby calibrated devices are known for. Their wireless charging stand keep them juiced up & binge-ready.

You deserve a proper set of wireless over ear headphones. The over ear MW60 from Master & Dynamic would be a wise choice. Clean industrial design, full-grain cowhide leather trims & soft lambskin inside the ear pads. Foldable hinges, 16-hour battery. And sound? More good stuff: a pair of 45mm Neodymium high-performance drivers.

The handheld, American made MHA50 Portable Decoding Amplifier from McIntosh is engineered to make your music sound its best – and likely better than you’ve ever heard it before – through your headphones. It features a high-performance 32-bit digital-to-analog converter (DAC) that decodes music files from almost any digital source and outputs audio that’s superior to what your device alone can produce. It has inputs for Apple iOS & Android OTG devices as well as Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless connectivity.