Finding the right Headphones

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Finding the right Headphones

There are an endless number of different headphone varieties out there, from the tinniest budget options right up to professional models which cost hundreds of pounds and give you world class audio fidelity. Here is a quick look at some of the various options available and the type of application to which they are best suited.

Those who want to listen to music wirelessly via Bluetooth, streaming from their mobile phone or computer, should check out the headphones from Jabra. While this is a company best known for its Bluetooth headsets for hands free calling, it has a selection of dedicated headphones for audiophiles which do not sacrifice performance for style. The Halo model is particularly impressive, with high portability combined with excellent wireless performance and the option to use a 3.5mm headphone jack if you have a non-Bluetooth device to use.

For people who like to have their tunes on while they work up a sweat there are a number of sports headphones floating around the market. The Sennheiser CX 680i Sports are the right choice if you want to balance performance and price, because they are super light and will not restrict your movement but also ensure that you have great bass feedback for when there is a cacophony around you at the gym or on the street.

If you are planning to become a superstar DJ one day or just like messing around on the decks, check out the Skullcandy SK Pro headphones. These are popular not only because of their good looks and desirable brand but also because of their comfort throughout long usage and their clear, precise playback capabilities. For the DJ on the move their relatively small size will make them easy to chuck in a bag or wear around your neck without feeling silly.

Business people or those who travel regularly may know that subpar headphones can give you a less than stellar experience if the ambient noise is a little overpowering. Noise cancelling headphones will help sort out any background kerfuffle and the Bose QuietComfort range is probably the best option in this category. Expect to spend a significant amount on this product family but prepare to have all other sounds drift into oblivion as you envelope yourself in a world of personal audio playback.

If you have an iPhone or an iPad and want a inexpensive set of headphones which are nevertheless a little more capable than those which come bundled in the box then why not consider the Zagg Z.Buds. Affordable and featuring integrated controls for playback and volume, these headphones will give you perfect portability at a price that should suit any wallet.

Now wireless speakers are also a feature of the modern market thanks to the proliferation of Bluetooth and Wi-Fi in gadgets and households around the world. Mid-range options like the Creative D200 Pure will suit average living rooms while the super affordable Sony Ericsson MBS 100 is designed for mobile users on the move who want instant audio gratification. In short there is a set of headphones and a pair of wireless speakers for every situation.