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What reviewers think
Bloggers and YouTubers have tried this product—so we've summarized their strongest opinions below. Links to full reviews follow.
Product Strengths
- Good comfort and lightweight design
- Good passive isolation
- Long battery life
- Effective ANC
Product Considerations
- Build quality could be better
- Treble may be spiky and excessively emphasised
- Midrange may be recessed and distant
- Bass can be a bit thick
- Treble is rolled off
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Bose QC15: Bose did a marginally better job on noise cancellation
Takeaway: The Final UX3000 delivers features consumers crave and an audiophile sound, whether wired or wireless. It sounds great and has good operational specifications.
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An excellent review of a great product
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Features
Specifications
- Battery Life: Up to 35 hours of music playback
- Bluetooth Codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Low Latency
- Connections: Bluetooth, 3.5mm analog audio cable
Description
The UX3000 is the first wireless overhead headphones from final brand featuring active noise cancelling with hybrid noise cancellation methodology.
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Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Final Audio is known for its expertise in balanced armature driver technology, crafting single full-range drivers that deliver detailed yet non-fatiguing audio, challenging the common multi-driver approach.
- Final Audio designs their products with specific listening purposes in mind, catering to genres like gaming, binaural recordings, or emphasizing certain sonic qualities like presence and clarity.
- The brand's earphones are often praised for their immersive and spacious soundstages, creating a 3D audio experience that extends beyond the physical confines of the housings.
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UX3000
- Positioning: A wireless noise-cancelling headphone designed for premium sound and everyday convenience.
- Description: Features a completely new driver built to withstand the stresses of active noise cancellation while keeping sound clear and balanced. Compared to the wired D series and SONOROUS line, it offers the added benefits of wireless connectivity and portability, making it ideal for small rooms or on‐the-go use with moderate budget demands.
D7000
- Positioning: A premium wired headphone focused on comfort and natural, well-balanced audio.
- Description: Features a driver design using a diffuser technique to enhance treble clarity and maintain a smooth tonal balance. Compared to the D8000pro and SONOROUS models, it is positioned as a cost-effective option with a comfortable fit for users seeking natural sound.
D8000pro
- Positioning: A high-end wired headphone engineered for dynamic performance with enhanced bass impact.
- Description: Uses advanced driver technology with optimized impedance and sensitivity, delivering punchy bass and refined treble details. Compared to the D7000 and SONOROUS units, it offers a more energetic soundstage.
SONOROUS VI
- Positioning: A wired headphone that blends dynamic and balanced-armature techniques to create an expansive sound stage.
- Description: Features a hybrid design combining a 50mm dynamic driver with a balanced armature element and a BAM mechanism to optimize airflow and bass control. Compared to the D series, its integrated driver technology provides a wider, more natural sound field.
SONOROUS X
- Positioning: A prestige, high-end wired headphone that represents the pinnacle of the SONOROUS series.
- Description: Integrates a titanium diaphragm with an integrated machined aluminum front plate and BAM mechanism to deliver crystal clear sound with exceptional realism. Compared to the SONOROUS VI and other D series products, it excels in build quality and sonic detail.
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Founding Year
2007
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Final is a hifi audio brand known for deep in-house manufacturing control by designing and building its own diaphragm-forming machines and assembly jigs, while engineering products like their D-series headphones for longevity through screw-fastened parts that enable user repairs and future upgrades.
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Bang & Olufsen
Beoplay HX
749
749
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10
Reviews
Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Product Strengths
- Exquisite build quality with premium materials, like anodized aluminum, memory foam, lambskin leather, and high-quality polymer
- Very comfortable, generously padded with memory foam wrapped in lambskin, and the headband distributes pressure evenly
- Long battery life, up to 35 hours with ANC on and 40 hours with ANC off
- Sound quality is rich, refined, spacious, balanced, and impressively detailed
- Good voice pickup and decent noise suppression in moderately noisy environments
- Connectivity options are available
Product Considerations
- Round ear pads may pull down on ear cartilage and rest on ear lobes
- The HX can only be laid down flat, they are not fully collapsible
- ANC is good, but not quite at the level of industry leaders
- Touch panel is awkward to use, and touches are often not registered properly
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Sony 1000XM4/XM5 and Bose 700, ANC on the HX is not quite at the level of these industry leaders
- Vs the H95, the HX are more sensible, and noticeably cheaper
- Vs the Sony XM3, the HX looks far more refined
- Vs the Apple AirPods Max, the HX has up to 15 hours of additional battery life, and are also 100g lighter
- Vs the Bowers & Wilkins PX7, the HX brings a slightly higher level of refinement, showcasing detail and nuances that are missed
Takeaway: The Beoplay HX are beautifully made headphones that deliver excellent sound quality and are highly comfortable. If the user values aesthetics as much as audio and is willing to pay a premium for quality, then the HX is worth consideration.
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Bang & Olufsen is a luxury hifi speaker brand known for its Acoustic Lens Technology, which delivers 180° horizontal sound dispersion—features like the BeoLab 90's 18 individually amplified drivers offer user-selectable beam patterns. The Danish company distinguishes itself through vertically integrated aluminum manufacturing in Struer, a factory-led program that restores and modernizes its classic products, and transparent engineering documentation led by in-house tonmeister Geoff Martin.
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Apple
AirPods Max
534
534
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11
Reviews
Apple deserves credit for making its entire Apple Music catalog available in Lossless (ALAC) up to 24-bit/192 kHz and adding Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos at no extra cost, while creating Personalized Spatial Audio that uses an iPhone's TrueDepth camera to scan your ears and head to build an individualized HRTF profile applied across Apple devices. The brand has also engineered a proprietary lossless, ultra-low-latency wireless link between Apple Vision Pro and specific AirPods models that bypasses standard Bluetooth limits, and created the open-sourced Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) that makes its lossless format royalty-free.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent active noise cancellation (ANC) effectively quiets the outside world.
- Transparency mode sounds natural, as if you're not wearing headphones.
- Exceptional build quality, using premium materials like aluminum and stainless steel.
- Seamless integration with iOS devices, easy pairing, and automatic switching between Apple devices.
- Spatial audio provides an immersive surround sound experience, and dynamic head tracking works well
Product Considerations
- The case offers very little protection and is often criticized for its design.
- They are relatively heavy, which can cause discomfort over long periods.
- They only support AAC and SBC Bluetooth codecs.
- No power button.
- Earcups can get dirty, and replacement earcups are expensive
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- AirPods Max can at times be better at blocking speech than Sony WH-1000XM4/XM5 models, but the Sony models generally block constant, consistent noises better.
- The AirPods Max and Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700/QuietComfort Ultra models are neck and neck.
Takeaway: The AirPods Max is great for Apple users because they work easily with other Apple devices, produce great sound, and come with good noise cancelling and a unique design. They can be a good purchase if these features are valued.
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Our take on the brand
Apple deserves credit for making its entire Apple Music catalog available in Lossless (ALAC) up to 24-bit/192 kHz and adding Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos at no extra cost, while creating Personalized Spatial Audio that uses an iPhone's TrueDepth camera to scan your ears and head to build an individualized HRTF profile applied across Apple devices. The brand has also engineered a proprietary lossless, ultra-low-latency wireless link between Apple Vision Pro and specific AirPods models that bypasses standard Bluetooth limits, and created the open-sourced Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) that makes its lossless format royalty-free.
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Master & Dynamic
MW75
599
599
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7
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Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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Product Strengths
- Premium build quality with materials like lambskin leather, aluminum, and tempered glass, gives it a solid and luxurious feel
- Comfortable for extended wear, due to soft memory foam padding on earcups and headband, and a balanced headband
- Balanced sound signature with warm bass, clean mids, and well-defined treble, making it suitable for various music genres
- Effective active noise cancellation (ANC) significantly reduces low-frequency sounds
- Comprehensive package includes various adapters for different connections, and a hard-shell carrying case for protection
Product Considerations
- The earcup size might be too small for some users, potentially affecting comfort and seal
- Some reviewers found the clamping force to be loose, which could be an issue for active use
- Audible hiss can be noticeable when ANC is activated
- The app lacks a customizable graphic EQ
- Ambient mode is subtle and might not let in as much surrounding sound as competing models
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Sony WH-1000XM5, the Master & Dynamic MW75 delivers above-average ANC performance, but it is not class-leading
- Compared to the Bose QuietComfort 45, the Master & Dynamic MW75 has an audible ANC hiss
Takeaway: The Master & Dynamic MW75 are stylish and comfortable headphones that deliver excellent audio quality and decent noise cancellation. They are a great choice for those looking for a premium listening experience and appreciate high-quality materials.
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Our take on the brand
Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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Master & Dynamic
MW75 Neuro
699
699
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5
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Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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Product Strengths
- Innovative brain-tracking features provide data on focus levels
- High-quality build and premium materials provide a luxury feel
- Excellent sound quality
- Provides insights into focus patterns and productivity
Product Considerations
- Expensive, making it a luxury product
- Default sound profile may not appeal to everyone, overly bright or V-shaped tuning
- Brain-tracking features only work wirelessly when connected to the app
- Battery life is significantly reduced with EEG monitoring and ANC enabled
- Noise rejection on the mic could be better
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The MW75 Neuro has a focus-tracking feature, the original Master & Dynamic MW75 offers better isolation and improved bass response due to different earpads
Takeaway: The MW75 Neuro is a premium pair of headphones that offers brain-tracking, potentially helping understand and improve focus. If interested in the intersection of audio and neurotechnology, these headphones could be a worthwhile investment.
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Our take on the brand
Master & Dynamic is a hifi audio brand that uses unconventional materials, including beryllium drivers across their entire lineup, tempered glass ear cups on headphones, and sapphire glass on earbuds, with handcrafted acetate shells reminiscent of luxury eyewear. They've also created unique products, such as a 35-pound wireless speaker with a concrete composite enclosure, and integrated EEG sensors into headphones to track focus and trigger brain-break prompts.
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UX3000
179
/
Released
2022
The UX3000 is the first wireless overhead headphones from final brand featuring active noise cancelling with hybrid noise cancellation methodology.
Final is a hifi audio brand known for deep in-house manufacturing control by designing and building its own diaphragm-forming machines and assembly jigs, while engineering products like their D-series headphones for longevity through screw-fastened parts that enable user repairs and future upgrades.
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Final is a hifi audio brand known for deep in-house manufacturing control by designing and building its own diaphragm-forming machines and assembly jigs, while engineering products like their D-series headphones for longevity through screw-fastened parts that enable user repairs and future upgrades.
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Edifier
WH950NB
179
/
Released
2023
The WH950NB headphones are equipped with intelligent, active noise cancellation algorithms that remove surrounding noise. There are two active noise cancellation mode selections that meet everyone's needs. Furthermore, users can choose between ambient sound or wind reduction in different scenarios to create their ideal environment.
Edifier, a hifi audio brand, horn-loaded ribbon tweeters to affordable active monitors through their Airpulse series. The brand achieved the first Hi-Res Audio certified true wireless earbuds with their NeoBuds Pro and in 2010 became China's first publicly listed audio speaker company.
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Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- ANC does not compete with Sony or Bose, even in the same price category, let alone their higher-end stuff.
- The Sennheiser HD 450BT and the Urbanista Los Angeles offer better ANC or a unique solar charging design, respectively, for a small price increase.
- More comfortable than the Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 and Apple AirPods Max thanks to plush padding.
- The Edifier WH950NB hybrid ANC is well implemented, making it a legitimate reason to consider, even outside of the big price savings, as the Stax SPIRIT S3 does not feature any noise cancellation.
Takeaway: The Edifier WH950NB is a comfortable and feature-rich headphone that offers good noise cancellation and balanced sound, making it a solid choice for commuters or anyone seeking an immersive listening experience. With its long battery life and customizable app, these headphones are a great value for the price.
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Edifier, a hifi audio brand, horn-loaded ribbon tweeters to affordable active monitors through their Airpulse series. The brand achieved the first Hi-Res Audio certified true wireless earbuds with their NeoBuds Pro and in 2010 became China's first publicly listed audio speaker company.
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Edifier
WH700NB
49
/
Released
2023
WH700NB Active Noise Cancellation Headphones feature ultra-long battery life with up to 68 hours of continuous playback with ANC off, and 45 hours with ANC on. A quick 10-minute charge gives you 8 hours of playtime. The ANC technology filters out unwanted noise, while Ambient Mode lets you stay aware of your surroundings.
Edifier, a hifi audio brand, horn-loaded ribbon tweeters to affordable active monitors through their Airpulse series. The brand achieved the first Hi-Res Audio certified true wireless earbuds with their NeoBuds Pro and in 2010 became China's first publicly listed audio speaker company.
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Product Strengths
- Long battery life, with up to 68 hours of playback with ANC off and 45 hours with ANC on
- Good sound quality for the price, with decent bass, clear highs, and detailed midrange
- Features a dual device Bluetooth connection
- Decent Active Noise Cancellation for the price point
- Comfortable to wear for extended periods
Product Considerations
- ANC may not be as effective as more expensive headphones
- Microphone quality is not amazing
- No 3.5mm audio input for wired use
- Physical buttons can be fiddly to distinguish
- Sound quality can degrade a bit as the volume increases
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Sennheiser Accentum headphones: The plastic quality feels similar
Takeaway: The Edifier WH700NB headphones are a good value option for those seeking wireless headphones with long battery life, decent sound, and multipoint connectivity. The combination of dual Bluetooth connection and affordability make them a worthwhile consideration.
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Edifier, a hifi audio brand, horn-loaded ribbon tweeters to affordable active monitors through their Airpulse series. The brand achieved the first Hi-Res Audio certified true wireless earbuds with their NeoBuds Pro and in 2010 became China's first publicly listed audio speaker company.
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1 More
SonoFlow Pro
87
/
Released
2024
High-performing LDAC Headphones - A Hi-Res certified over the ear headphones, SonoFlow Pro is an LDAC headphone that delivers 3X more details with a transmission speed of up to 990 kbps, designed for a complete and sensational audiophile experience.
1MORE is a hifi audio brand known for headphones that achieved multiple industry firsts, including the first THX-certified headphones and true wireless earbuds. The brand offers distinctive features like QuietMax ANC technology, affordable head-tracked spatial audio, and multi-driver configurations, such as their five-driver hybrid with four planar drivers.
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Product Strengths
- Great battery life, up to 100 hours with ANC off and 65 hours with ANC on
- Good sound quality for the price
- Comfortable for long-term wear with good padding on earcups and headband
- Includes a hard case, which is uncommon in the budget price range
- Supports Bluetooth 5.4 for a solid connection
Product Considerations
- The ANC may perform inconsistently in some scenarios, and some reviewers found it only 'okay'
- Some reviewers felt that the sound quality has regressed, offering more bass at the expense of clarity, compared to the original Sonoflow
- The app can be unreliable, with connectivity and lagging issues, but this may improve with updates
- Some users reported issues with getting LDAC codec to function on some devices
- The physical button layout is not customizable, and can be confusing
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs. Sony WH-1000XM4: The SonoFlow Pro is surprisingly close in sound quality, but the XM4 has better ANC, whereas the SonoFlow Pro is preferred due to value
- Vs. Sony WH-CH720N: The SonoFlow Pro comes out on top due to the included hard case, and wins in sound and comfort
- Vs. Original Sonoflow: The Sonoflow Pro has better battery life and updated Bluetooth, though some reviewers feel the original has better sound
Takeaway: The SonoFlow Pro are budget-friendly headphones that offer good sound and long battery life for the price. They are comfortable to wear and include a hard case, making them a solid option for everyday use.
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1MORE is a hifi audio brand known for headphones that achieved multiple industry firsts, including the first THX-certified headphones and true wireless earbuds. The brand offers distinctive features like QuietMax ANC technology, affordable head-tracked spatial audio, and multi-driver configurations, such as their five-driver hybrid with four planar drivers.
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Sennheiser
Accentum Plus Wireless
249
/
Released
2024
ACCENTUM Plus keeps you energized for days with unrivaled 50-hour battery life, 10min fast charge for 5hrs playtime, and outstanding audio that dynamically adjusts to your environment thanks to Adaptive ANC.
Sennheiser pioneered the world's first open-back headphones with the HD 414 in 1968, which became the bestselling full-size headphone of all time, and later developed the HD 25, evolving from 1980s broadcast use to become the industry standard in DJ booths worldwide. The brand is known for unique engineering approaches, such as integrating high-voltage amplifiers directly into earcups with Carrara marble chassis in the HE 1, developing proprietary ring-radiator transducers and absorber technology to eliminate resonances, and creating the long-running MD 421 microphone that has remained in production since 1960.
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Product Strengths
- Touch controls work well and feel more modern than buttons.
- Adaptive ANC filters out more noise than the regular Accentum.
- Comes with a hardshell carrying case and a 2.5 to 3.5mm cable.
- Wear detection sensor auto pauses and plays music when taking the headphones off.
- Battery life is roughly 50 hours with one single charge, and charging speeds allow for 5 hours of listening for every 10 minutes of charging.
Product Considerations
- Build quality is still cheap with a plastic shell that may be flimsy and prone to breaking over a longer period of time.
- The volume is not that high, and may need to be kicked up to 70% volume to enjoy music.
- Sound customization reacts 'weirdly' to the personalization slider inside the smart control app, where changing one parameter affects others negatively.
- It is not possible to turn off both noise cancellation and transparency modes.
- Although ANC is improved, it is not industry-leading.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs. Accentum: The Plus model has better noise cancelling, transparency, sound quality—more revealing, especially in the mid-range—comfort, and includes a hard carrying case and a 3.5mm connector.
- Vs. Momentum 4: The Plus model is much cheaper, with comparable performance, but the Momentum 4 has better build quality, bigger drivers, and supports high-res audio.
- Vs. Momentum 4: Momentum 4's microphone quality is louder and more intelligible in noisy conditions, and cancels low frequency rumble better.
- Vs. Sennheiser ACCENTUM Wireless: The Plus represents an incremental improvement with a longer battery life, aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec, analog connectivity, a touchpad, and a case.
Takeaway: The Accentum Plus Wireless offers great features and improvements over the base model, such as better noise cancelling and a more comfortable fit, making it a worthwhile upgrade without paying premium prices. It provides good sound quality and useful features for everyday use.
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Sennheiser pioneered the world's first open-back headphones with the HD 414 in 1968, which became the bestselling full-size headphone of all time, and later developed the HD 25, evolving from 1980s broadcast use to become the industry standard in DJ booths worldwide. The brand is known for unique engineering approaches, such as integrating high-voltage amplifiers directly into earcups with Carrara marble chassis in the HE 1, developing proprietary ring-radiator transducers and absorber technology to eliminate resonances, and creating the long-running MD 421 microphone that has remained in production since 1960.
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