20 Best Audiophile Headphones [2024]

Are you looking for the best audiophile headphones? Based on expert reviews, we ranked them. We've listed our top-ranked picks, including the top-selling audiophile headphones.

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1 Sennheiser HD 560 S Over-The-Ear Audiophile Headphones - Neutral Frequency Response, E.A.R.... Sennheiser HD 560 S Over-The-Ear Audiophile Headphones - Neutral Frequency Response, E.A.R....
2 SENNHEISER HD 660 S - HiRes Audiophile Open Back Headphone SENNHEISER HD 660 S - HiRes Audiophile Open Back Headphone
3 Sony MDRZ1R Signature, Hi-Res Headphone, Black Sony MDRZ1R Signature, Hi-Res Headphone, Black
4 Master & Dynamic MH40 Over-Ear Headphones with Wire - Noise Isolating with Mic Recording Studio... Master & Dynamic MH40 Over-Ear Headphones with Wire - Noise Isolating with Mic Recording Studio...
5 SENNHEISER HD 820 Over-the-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Ring Radiator Drivers with Glass... SENNHEISER HD 820 Over-the-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Ring Radiator Drivers with Glass...
6 HIFIMAN Edition XS Full-Size Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Hi-Fi Headphones with Stealth... HIFIMAN Edition XS Full-Size Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Hi-Fi Headphones with Stealth...
7 Focal Elegia High-Fidelity Closed-Back Circum-Aural Headphones Focal Elegia High-Fidelity Closed-Back Circum-Aural Headphones
8 Meze 99 Neo | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband | Closed-Back Headset... Meze 99 Neo | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband | Closed-Back...
9 KLH Ultimate One Open-Back Over Ear Headphones | Premium Studio Music | High-Fidelity Beryllium... KLH Ultimate One Open-Back Over Ear Headphones | Premium Studio Music | High-Fidelity Beryllium...
10 Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones Black Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones Black
11 Sony MDR-Z7M2 Hi-Res Stereo Overhead Headphones Headphone (MDRZ7M2) Black Sony MDR-Z7M2 Hi-Res Stereo Overhead Headphones Headphone (MDRZ7M2) Black
12 Meze 99 Classics Walnut Gold | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband |... Meze 99 Classics Walnut Gold | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband |...
13 Sennheiser IE 800 S In-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Sound Isolating Ear-Canal Fit With XWB... Sennheiser IE 800 S In-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Sound Isolating Ear-Canal Fit With...
14 Audeze LCD-2 Audiophile Headphones with Caribbean Rosewood Feb 2021 Version Audeze LCD-2 Audiophile Headphones with Caribbean Rosewood Feb 2021 Version
15 audio-technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones,Black audio-technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones,Black
16 Blue Mix-Fi Powered High-Fidelity Headphones with Integrated Audiophile Amplifier - Formerly known... Blue Mix-Fi Powered High-Fidelity Headphones with Integrated Audiophile Amplifier - Formerly...
17 HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired... HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired...
18 HIFIMAN Arya Stealth Magnet Version Full-Size Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphone for... HIFIMAN Arya Stealth Magnet Version Full-Size Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphone for...
19 Sentey Gaming Headset Microphone Orbeat White Gs-4440 Audiophile Level Stereo Headphones for PC, MAC... Sentey Gaming Headset Microphone Orbeat White Gs-4440 Audiophile Level Stereo Headphones for PC,...
20 DROP + Dan Clark Audio Aeon Planar Magnetic Headphones - Closed-Back, Over Ear, Carbon Fiber,... DROP + Dan Clark Audio Aeon Planar Magnetic Headphones - Closed-Back, Over Ear, Carbon Fiber,...
SaleBestseller No. 1
Sennheiser HD 560 S Over-The-Ear Audiophile Headphones - Neutral Frequency Response, E.A.R....
  • Natural and accurate reference sound that reveals the truth in your music
  • Lifelike depth and realism from open-back earcups that allow sound waves to expand naturally
  • Wide soundstage from ergonomic acoustic refinement (e.a.r.) that tilts the drivers to the natural angle of your ears
  • Extended low-end reach with gratifying presence for clear bass performance
  • Connectivity technology: Wired
SaleBestseller No. 2
SENNHEISER HD 660 S - HiRes Audiophile Open Back Headphone
  • Reference class open back, dynamic headphone employing new and improved transducers delivering low harmonic distortion
  • Transducers are hand selected for precise (1 dB) left / right matching tolerance insure exceptional accuracy and presentation of stereo spatial...
  • 150 ohm nominal impedance allows direct connection to home and mobile Hires audio devices. Contact pressure: 6.0 N - 1 N
  • Para aramid reinforced, detachable cables employ high conductive OFC copper to insure signal integrity with very low handling noise
  • Supplied with two connection cables: One with a 6.35 millimeter stereo plug, the other a 4.4 millimeter Pentaconn balanced stereo plug. Also included...
Bestseller No. 3
Sony MDRZ1R Signature, Hi-Res Headphone, Black
  • Hear the difference with massive 70 mm HD drivers, enjoy full range sound up to 120Khz frequency response, hear music at its best with Hi-Res Audio...
  • Keep sound Stable with a resonance-free, all-metal Housing, smooth sound at all frequencies with a Fibonacci-patterned grill, ergonomic Ear pad design
  • Beta titanium headband, genuine leather headband, separated ground cable, silver-coated OFC, made in Japan
  • Connectivity technology: Wired
Bestseller No. 4
Master & Dynamic MH40 Over-Ear Headphones with Wire - Noise Isolating with Mic Recording Studio...
  • First-rate quality: Master & dynamic has a passion for creating technically sophisticated sound. These premium headphones are built with only the...
  • Perfectly tuned: The MH40 is tuned for a rich, warm sound that offers a natural sound signature. Capturing every detail of well-recorded music, This...
  • Premium materials: beautifully designed using luxury materials to ensure decades of use, these comfortable headphones are made of aluminum, stainless...
  • Crafted by the industry leader: these award-winning, Premium headphones come positively reviewed and highly praised by fellow industry leaders for...
  • Cable- Detachable 1.25m Cable with Remote and Mic. 2.00m Standard Cable
SaleBestseller No. 5
SENNHEISER HD 820 Over-the-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Ring Radiator Drivers with Glass...
  • The HD 820 delivers an unparalleled, reference-grade audiophile listening experience in a closed headphone
  • Innovative glass reflectors and frequency absorber systems replicate the wide open characteristics of audiophile speakers in a sealed earcup design
  • 56mm Ring Radiator transducers and Glass Reflectors provide total immersion in your music with absolute detail and a breathtaking soundstage
  • Made in Germany using the finest materials for sound integrity, build quality, and luxurious comfort
  • Connectivity technology: Wired
Bestseller No. 6
HIFIMAN Edition XS Full-Size Over-Ear Open-Back Planar Magnetic Hi-Fi Headphones with Stealth...
  • A Major Upgrade of the Popular Edition X: The new Edition XS expands on its predecessor’s achievements with several essential upgrades. Featuring...
  • Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet: Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves...
  • HIFIMAN’s NEO “supernano” Diaphragm (NsD): The new NsD is 75% thinner than previous designs, resulting in fast response and detailed imaging...
  • The Headband: The light weight, ergonomically accurate offers maximum comfort for hours of listening pleasure. The exterior is refined matte black...
  • The Cable: HIFIMAN’s new 3.5mm sockets are similar to those found on most common audio devices. The supplied 3.5mm cable is user changeable and...
Bestseller No. 7
Focal Elegia High-Fidelity Closed-Back Circum-Aural Headphones
  • High-end closed-back design for home use and on-the-go
  • Exclusive full-range speaker-driver with an 'M'-shape aluminium/magnesium dome (patent pending)
  • Incredible tonal balance, which is able to reproduce the subtlest sound details at both very high and very low frequencies
  • Excellent performance when connected to a portable audiophile player.
  • Very good ambient noise soundproofing - Comfortable and ergonomic
Bestseller No. 8
Meze 99 Neo | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband | Closed-Back Headset...
  • A fresh take on the 99 series for the uptown audiophile, 99 NEO closed-back headphone brings together Meze Audio’s sound signature and design style....
  • POWER EFFICIENT WITH ANY DEVICE due to low impedance (26 Ohm). No need for amplification making them suitable for gaming, home office, studio...
  • SELF-ADJUSTING PU Leather HEADBAND that spreads the weight out and fits all head sizes, making the Meze 99 Classics a comfortable premium high-end...
  • INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Hard carrying pouch for better protection, detachable 1.5m thread Kevlar OFC cable with microphone and remote, 3.5 mm to 6.3mm...
  • FULLY SERVICEABLE: No glue, just nuts, and bolts. We guarantee that all the 99 Classics are made of replaceable parts. These headphones are built to...
Bestseller No. 9
KLH Ultimate One Open-Back Over Ear Headphones | Premium Studio Music | High-Fidelity Beryllium...
  • 50mm Pure Beryllium Driver.
  • Headband & Earpads use premium lambskin and top-grade cowhide leathers with dual-layer memory foam for ultimate comfort and maximum durability.
  • Solid, Real Zebrawood earcups for eye-catching beauty and acoustic integrity.
  • Extremely comfortable and lightweight at only 12 ounces/340grams.
  • 2 meter detachable, 3.5mm pure silver-litz braided cable (¼” adapter included)
SaleBestseller No. 10
Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones Black
  • 53 mm drivers reproduce clear treble and midrange. Connectivity Technology: Wired
  • Bobbin-wound CCAW voice coils for superior power handling. Impedance: 38 ohms
  • Sensitivity: 100 dB/mW . Full open-air type headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, resulting in a completely natural sensation
  • Lightweight aluminum honeycomb casing with excellent acoustic properties
  • Self-adjusting 3D Wing Support provides a comfortable listening experience; total ear-fit design minimizes pressure. Maximum Input Power: 700 mW
SaleBestseller No. 11
Sony MDR-Z7M2 Hi-Res Stereo Overhead Headphones Headphone (MDRZ7M2) Black
  • High-Resolution Audio compatible for pristine sound
  • Wide frequency range (4-100,000Hz)
  • Newly developed 70mm driver unit
  • Upgraded comfort & stability
  • Φ4.4 Balanced Standard plug
Bestseller No. 12
Meze 99 Classics Walnut Gold | Wired Over-Ear Headphones with Mic and Self Adjustable Headband |...
  • The Meze 99 Classics are featured in Head-Fi’s Top 10 Best closed-back headphones of all time and are a regular fixture on Inner Fidelity’s Wall...
  • REAL WOOD EARCUPS provides natural sound isolation that’s suitable for studio recording, video editing, and podcast monitoring. They easily plug in...
  • SELF-ADJUSTING PU Leather HEADBAND that spreads the weight out and fits all head sizes, making the Meze 99 Classics a comfortable premium high-end...
  • INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Hard carrying pouch for better protection, detachable 1.2m thread Kevlar OFC cable with microphone and remote, detachable 3m...
  • FULLY SERVICEABLE: No glue, just nuts, and bolts. We guarantee that all the 99 Classics are made of replaceable parts. These headphones are built to...
Bestseller No. 13
Sennheiser IE 800 S In-Ear Audiophile Reference Headphones - Sound Isolating Ear-Canal Fit With XWB...
  • The IE 800 S provides breathtaking reference-grade audiophile sound you can fit in a pocket
  • Sealed ear canal fit isolates the listener from their environment for giant-sized sound anywhere (wide assortment of eartips are included for a...
  • Made in Germany with proprietary 7mm Extra Wide Band transducers in a rugged ceramic body that sounds like a full-size headphone
  • A specially developed Dual Chamber Absorber system prevents frequency crowding to reveal subtle details buried in your music
Bestseller No. 14
Audeze LCD-2 Audiophile Headphones with Caribbean Rosewood Feb 2021 Version
  • MUSICALLY RICH: The warm audio presentation of the LCD2 beautifully communicates the power and nuance of your music by faithfully reproducing even the...
  • UNCOMPROMISED AUDIO: With smooth and clear mids, a wide open sound-stage, and a flat frequency response extending well into the sub-bass range, the...
  • LATEST VERSION – This model replaces the previous Shedua wood ring version. Sonically, they are identical, but this version has the added beauty of...
  • EXCELLENCE IN DESIGN: Each aspect of the LDC2 design—lambskin leather, acoustical foam earcups, Caribbean Rosewood rings—was carefully chosen to...
  • A CUSTOM DESIGNED TRAVEL CASE which provides perfect protection for your headphones. As long as your headphones are in the closed case, they are safe...
SaleBestseller No. 15
audio-technica ATH-AD900X Open-Back Audiophile Headphones,Black
  • Open-air Headphones Deliver Clear, Natural Vocal and Instrumental Reproduction.Connectivity Technology: Wired
  • Large-aperture 53mm Drivers and CCAW Voice Coils For Superior Sound Reproduction
  • No Sense Of Pressure On The Ears, Resulting In A Completely Natural Sensation
  • 3d Wing Support Housing Offers A Vibration-proof Mechanism That Provides Comfortable Support For A Better Listening Experience
  • Extremely Comfortable Ear-fitting Pads
SaleBestseller No. 16
Blue Mix-Fi Powered High-Fidelity Headphones with Integrated Audiophile Amplifier - Formerly known...
  • High-powered audiophile amplifier custom-designed for Mix-Fi
  • Multi-jointed headband for superior comfort and performance
  • 50mm fiber-reinforced ultra-responsive dynamic drivers
  • Powers on and off automatically when headphones are opened & closed
  • Amplifier control: passive, active, and enhanced bass
Bestseller No. 17
HIFIMAN HE400SE Stealth Magnets Version Over-Ear Open-Back Full-Size Planar Magnetic Wired...
  • What is a planar headphone? What are its benefits over other designs? Planar headphones feature conductive layers that cover nearly the entire...
  • Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves...
  • Durable Connections The headphone’s drivers are protected by a newly designed casing for enhanced durability and protection from the elements. A...
  • The HE400SE’s high sensitivity makes it the perfect match for low-voltage sources, including portable hi-res. audio players.
  • Maximum Comfort for Hours of Listening Pleasure Thanks to its newly designed adjustable lightweight headband, the HE400se remains cool and comfortable...
SaleBestseller No. 18
HIFIMAN Arya Stealth Magnet Version Full-Size Over-Ear Planar Magnetic Headphone for...
  • Acoustically Invisible Stealth Magnet: Unlike the sound waves created by a conventional magnet, the special shape of Stealth Magnets enables the waves...
  • Nanometer Thickness Diaphragm A breakthrough core technology developed by HIFIMAN and first of its kind in headphone application. Working with this...
  • Metal and High-Grade Plastic Construction: HIFIMAN designed the Arya's high-quality metal headband with extra strength and a special high-grade...
  • Patented “Window Shade” System: Created to meet the need for driver protection and an optimized open-back design. Asymmetrical Ear Cups: Follows...
  • Bold Black Aesthetic: With its classic HE1000-style shape combined and striking good looks of its all-black exterior, glossy black headband, and...
Bestseller No. 19
Sentey Gaming Headset Microphone Orbeat White Gs-4440 Audiophile Level Stereo Headphones for PC, MAC...
  • Speakers with 40mm Drive Diameter / 32Ω Impedance / 10mw Rate Power / 20Hz~20KHz Frequency Response / ≥-60dB Signal to Noise Ratio 2% T.H.D /...
  • Extreme comfortable padded era cups / Professional Ambient noise reduction
  • RESPONSIVE CUSTOMER SERVICE: We love our customers and unlike others, we love to talk to you. If you have questions or issues, get in touch and we...
  • PC, MAC COMPUTERS and any analog 3.5mm Connector
SaleBestseller No. 20
DROP + Dan Clark Audio Aeon Planar Magnetic Headphones - Closed-Back, Over Ear, Carbon Fiber,...
  • A planar magnetic favorite goes closed-back: Our last collaboration with Dan Clark Audio—the Aeon Open X—was an instant hit in the world of planar...
  • Warm and punchy audio: A refinement of the Aeon Flow Series, these passive-isolating headphones feature the same warm and punchy audio, excellent...
  • Improved soundstage: Where they improve on the Flow Series is in the soundstage: we added partially fenestrated earpads and reduced driver dampening...
  • Passive noise isolation: The Aeon Closed X achieve substantial passive noise isolation with closed-back earcups—making the Aeon Closed X a great...
  • The Dan Clark Audio difference: Dan Clark is a renowned audio engineer who has been working in the high-end audio market for more than 20 years. In...

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  • Is it worth buying an audiophile headphones?
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How did we create this buying guide? We did it using a custom-created selection of algorithms that lets us manifest a top-10 list of the best available audiophile headphones currently available on the market.

This technology we use to assemble our list depends on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the following:

  1. Brand Value: Every brand of audiophile headphones has a value all its own. Most brands offer some sort of unique selling proposition that’s supposed to bring something different to the table than their competitors.
  2. Features: What bells and whistles matter for an audiophile headphones?
  3. Specifications: How powerful they are can be measured.
  4. Product Value: This simply is how much bang for the buck you get from your audiophile headphones.
  5. Customer Ratings: Number ratings grade audiophile headphones objectively.
  6. Customer Reviews: Closely related to ratings, these paragraphs give you first-hand and detailed information from real-world users about their audiophile headphones.
  7. Product Quality: You don’t always get what you pay for with an audiophile headphones, sometimes less, and sometimes more.
  8. Product Reliability: How sturdy and durable an audiophile headphones is should be an indication of how long it will work out for you.

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