Best Premium Rydohi Over Ear Headphones – Rose Gold-Ear Headphones

Over-ear headphones, unlike earbuds, are able to completely encapsulate your ears. They also allow for larger drivers, which deliver greater bass and a larger soundstage. Many also include active noise cancellation and Bluetooth technology.

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1. Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless

Sony has enhanced an already excellent pair of headphones with the introduction of the WH1000XM4 wireless. They're lighter, feel more built, have an improved sound profile that is more balanced (though still bass heavy) and come with an app that lets you do some audio-related customization. They've improved their active noise cancellation, which eliminates more background noises, and have a longer battery life.

These headphones are Bluetooth 5.0 compatible and Sony LDAC is also compatible with. The latter can transfer high-resolution audio, however, you'll need compatible equipment and streaming service. In addition, the WH1000XM4s can connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time and switch between them as needed. This feature is accessible through the Sony Headphones Connect App and is very effective.

A subtle improvement over the XM3 is the sensibility of their touch panels. They respond more quickly to the tap of a panel, and this makes them easier to control during calls or to listen to media. Sony has added a feature to make voices sound more clear and precise during calls. This is an obvious and a nice addition.

The WH-1000XM4s may not be perfect, but they're among the top wireless headphones that we have ever test. They're comfortable, feel well-made, and come with an outstanding battery that lasts more than 30 hours continuously. They can also be used with a TRS cable, which is ideal if you're traveling or need to save power.

The WH1000XM4s are a better alternative to the Bowers & Wilkins Wireless Over-Ears PX7 S2. The Sonys are more comfy, and their ANC can block out more ambient sound. The B&Ws come with a more flexible EQ and an app companion to adjust the audio quality. However, the B&Ws come with more robust design and they're able to connect with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. In addition, they support aptX HD and feature a unique AI-driven engine that is attempting to boost compressed music to high-resolution. This is called DSEE Extreme and it does an excellent job of improving the clarity of music, especially when listening to lossless audio files.

2. Bose QuietComfort 45/QC45 Wireless

The $329 Bose QuietComfort 45 noise-canceling headphones are the latest iteration of a headset that has become a staple for Headphones Shop commuters and passengers around the world. The new model doesn't reinvent the wheel. It is based on the same formula which made its predecessor so successful with the addition of the USB-C port and improved noise cancellation.

Like the QC 35 II before them, these over-ear Bose headphones have an elegant design and feel that exudes quality. The headband is constructed of plastic, but is a solid feel, with metal hinges at the pivot points, and the familiar ratcheting action when you retract or extend the ear cups. The cups have soft cushions that fit comfortably over the ears and do not apply pressure to your head. They weigh 238 grams and are compact when folded. They can be paired with a sweater or coat since they can be worn even when they are not on the head.

Despite their reputation as comfortable headphones they do not provide the best sound quality at this price. The frequencies are relatively flat and lack details that higher-end headphones may be capable of bringing out. The higher registers tend to be amplified which is great for most music, but could cause problems for more delicate or intricate genres of music. The bass is good, but it lacks the punch.

The ability to pause the playback when removing the headset is a feature that's absent. This is standard in this price range and something that Bose's rivals have offered for a long time. Another thing that was missing was the lack of an in-app EQ. Bose offers preset EQs within the app but it would be nice to have an option to manually control.

You can connect to your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth 5.0 with multipoint support as well as more advanced codecs such as aptX Adaptive. Download the Bose Audio App to adjust the sound and voice settings.

The QC45s have four microphones that are built-in to pick up your voice when on the phone. The quality of calls is generally excellent but the headphones don't have the nifty capability to muffle your voice while playing back which is something other wireless headphones have. Update: A firmware upgrade for the QC45s was released in February 2022 introduced manual settings for EQ to the audio app. This is a very welcome change.

3. Focal Bathys Wireless

Focal is a French audio company that makes high-performance Headphones Shop. They are known for their comfort and style which tell listeners that they're listening to something special. Their first attempt at wireless noise cancelling headphones, the Bathys are stunning headphones that sound and look great. They come with a high-performance USB DAC built in, making them suitable both for wireless and wired listening.

Focal claims that the Bathys can play Bluetooth music for up to 30 hours. We had more than 40 hours of playback time on average on a single charge. If you need to charge your headphones in the future, the indicator light on the right earcup will turn red.

They offer a good amount of features for Headphones Shop headphones of this price point that include support for multiple devices at once and automatic pairing (though you'll have to select your source device each time you need to listen). The headphones come with a built in microphone that works with voice assistants, such as Siri or Alexa. The headphones also have an easy-to-use interface, making it easy to control your music as well as make calls.

Bathys over-ear headphones are able to perform in our noise cancellation test, reducing ambient noise by 9 decibels on average. They aren't as good as the ANC found in the Sony WH1000XM4 or Bose QuietComfort45/QC45 Ultimate Wireless Over-Ear Headphones: 60 Hours Playtime - HiFi Stereo but it's still effective.

The Bathys headphones performed well in our headphone tests. Their frequency response was mostly similar to the SoundGuys headphone curve with minor variations on the bass and mids. They have a bass-rich sound pattern which adds plenty of boom to mixes however, it can make vocals and instruments such as cymbals sound veiled.

They also have excellent leakage resistance, meaning you can wear them in public without worrying about others listening to your music. Their mic has passable recording quality through Bluetooth with only a slight distortion in the mid to treble range.

4. Sennheiser Momentum 4

The Sennheiser Momentum Wireless is a new update of the company's most popular Bluetooth headsets. The previous model, called the Momentum 3, was a solid but unspectacular entry in the class. The latest pair is a significant improvement over the previous model, sporting a an elegant design, enhanced gesture control and a massive battery life.

A lot of the improvements here are subtle, but they make a pair of over-ears that appear to be an upgrade from the old one. The Momentum 4s are flat and do not fold. They come with a hardshell case that protects them while traveling. The Momentum 4s are also device-agnostic, like many other Bluetooth headphones of recent times, like those from Bowers & Wilkins and Sony. They work with both Apple iPhones as well as Android phones, but do not have the AirPods' extra features like Find My Support and head-tracked spatial audio.

The most obvious improvement in this model is the huge battery that promises up to 60 hours of playback time with the noise cancellation option enabled. This is more than the majority of the competition can offer and is enough for a multi-day trip without having to worry about finding an outlet to charge them.

Billy Steele, senior editor at Engadget, gave the headphones a score of 82. He cited their audio quality and ANC features as their strengths. His only complaint is that they lack a sense gravitas in the mids as well as treble, meaning that orchestral pieces tend to sound flat, not grand. The bass is rounded, however, it can be overemphasized and cause fatigue in songs that have heavy bass lines such as the drum hits in As I Lay Dying's Forever. The cymbals sound smoky rather than full and there's not a real feeling of depth in the lows.

The Momentum 4s are not designed to place pressure on your neck or ears. They can be a bit fidgety when you wear them around the home or during long listening sessions. They can move on your head and make intense head movements. This can cause them unexpectedly wake up which can be distracting when you are listening to music or calls. Fortunately, they stop working after 15 minutes of rest by default and can be manually switched off with the power button.