Best Over-ear Headphones in the UK

The high quality and exceptional audio clarity of these headphones make them ideal both for studio musicians and for audiophiles. The 80-ohm impedance of these headphones gives them a great balance in their ability to work equally well with both home and studio audio equipment, giving them flexibility in use that many other studio headphones lack. For those who specifically want these same headphones for specific uses, there are overhead models available in both 32-ohm and 250-ohm varieties, ensuring that both casual users and studio engineers alike are able to fully utilize them in their preferred environments.

Not to be outdone is the audio clarity provided by this model that helps make them the ideal choice for such a wide range of users. These headphones feature a wide frequency range of 5 Hz - 35 kHz, giving you fully accurate audio reproduction, complete with high, sharp trebles, and deep, rumbling bass. The headphones come with a single-sided cable that allows for frequent wearing and taking off without any inconveniences in the process. The robust spring steel headband also ensures that they remain a tight but comfortable fit. These highly regarded headphones carry a great reputation, and anyone who purchases them will easily see why.

With a high-capacity built-in battery, you can listen to your favourite tracks for up to 25 hours. This enormous time will be suitable for you if you enjoy travelling, hiking or simply like sports and spending time in the gym. As for the comfort, the earpads of this model are made of soft leatherette that gives an exceptional level of comfort even after several hours of use; it will last for a long time, too. Quality materials used in Sennheiser audio devices make them distinct from other brands. When you touch them for the first time you can actually feel that they are built to last.

Engineered for mobile devices, these wireless over the ear headphones are compatible with most of the Apple iOS and Android mobile devices. This model also features Near Field Communication that allows instant pairing with any compatible devices. However, you should be aware that call answering works only if you have Bluetooth mode enabled. Likewise, you lose the Bluetooth capabilities such as a microphone and aptX when you are using the headphones with the wire connected.

The Sennheiser over-ear headphones are capable of blocking a fair amount of noise when you are out on the busy street, which is surprising for a model that uses passive noise cancellation. All in all, the HD 4.40 Bluetooth over-ear headphones are one of the few budget-friendly models that can compete with the top of the line products when it comes to sound quality.

With a wide frequency range that spans from 3 Hz to 28 kHz, you can actually hear the instruments in your favourite songs that you didn't know were there before. With such a wide range the headphones can pick up even the most silent notes that you’d never hear otherwise. Truly, this model never stops to amaze: with a high 106 dB/mW sensitivity it is able to convert the electric signal into high-quality acoustic waves with a productivity of a much bigger amplifier. That basically means that you will be able to hear a loud and quality sound across the entire audio spectrum, unlike other models such as earbuds and vacuum headphones. Furthermore, the headphones feature a built-in control panel that allows you to switch tracks and answer phone calls on the go without taking your phone out of the pocket. If that is not enough for you, you will be pleasantly surprised to know that this model can be folded for an easy transportation inside the bag. To sum up, the Xtra Bass from Sony is definitely an interesting pick for any music or gaming fan who looks for high-quality headphones at a moderate price.

The Audio-Technica ATH-M30X is not among the most expensive models, however, it still has a couple of features that make it distinct among similar products in the same price range. First of all, its foldable design makes it fit inside almost any headphone bag or cover to safely transport in your backpack. On top of that, it is equipped with a protective carry pouch that will prevent housing and mesh paddings from scratching and tearing.

Unfortunately, the one-sided cable of this model is not detachable so you will have to use the headphones with care if you want to use them as a portable model for your phone or MP3 player. On top of that, the cord is quite long so it will be harder to use on the go, and it is preferable to utilise them with a cable fixed or folded using a 90-degree swivel. That said, the cord quality is still great and the connectors are also quite reliable so they won’t snap so easily. In addition to the regular 3.5 mm jack, the headphones come equipped with a 6.3 mm adapter that is ideal for studio microphones, guitars, and bass guitars, among other instruments.

The housing, on the other hand, doesn’t have a lot of noise cancelling capabilities, although it does provide a nice filter to the ambient noises to a certain extent. That said, the monitors are quite good at cancelling the noise as well as preventing noise bleed so you can listen to the sound assured that nobody else will hear it.

All in all, the Audio Technica has proved with its ATH-M30X model that they are capable of delivering a great product not only in premium but also in a medium price range.

Alternatively, the wireless capabilities of these closed headphones include Bluetooth support and an upgraded NFC system that makes the listening experience wholesome even without cables. When engaged, the lossless NFC option makes the sound virtually indistinguishable from the wired mode, which makes headphones more versatile if used as a portable model. What is more, this model also has an active noise cancellation system that diminishes any ambient sounds around you to a minimum. This is achieved, thanks to a special Artificially augmented AINC software that adapts to the surrounding noise on the go and adjusts the interference accordingly.

The monitors included in WH-CH700N can deliver volume up to 97 dB, which is quite impressive for a wireless combination model. That said, we do not recommend turning your volume to the maximum level due to the fact that it will drain the battery faster and might possibly damage your eardrums.

The great battery capacity coupled with excellent stereo sound reproduction capabilities makes this model stand out, and in the end, also makes it the best over ear headphones with wireless capabilities in the medium price range. All things considered, by opting for the WH-CH700N you are getting a full package that can be connected to pretty much every piece of studio gear either via cable or via Bluetooth.