Noise Canceling Headphones GURU

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We help everyday listeners choose the best noise canceling headphones with clear, honest picks. No hype, just what works in real places like planes, offices, and busy streets.

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Sony ULT WEAR Review: bass-heavy ANC cans that hit hard but cut a few corners
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Sony ULT WEAR Review: bass-heavy ANC cans that hit hard but cut a few corners

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Overall, the Sony ULT WEAR are solid bass-focused ANC headphones with a few compromises. The sound is clearly built around strong low-end, especially with the ULT button on, and for hip-hop, EDM, and bass-heavy tracks they’re a lot of fun. Noise canceling is good enough for flights and commuting, th...

Oliver Bainbridge
by Oliver Bainbridge


HyperX CloudX Flight Review: a no-fuss wireless Xbox headset that just works
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HyperX CloudX Flight Review: a no-fuss wireless Xbox headset that just works

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The HyperX CloudX Flight is a no‑nonsense wireless headset for Xbox players who just want to turn on the console and start gaming. Sound quality is solid for games, with punchy bass and clear enough detail for footsteps and voice lines. The detachable mic does its job well – teammates hear you clear...

Sophia Nguyen
by Sophia Nguyen

SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Review: versatile gaming headset with great battery but fussy software
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SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless Review: versatile gaming headset with great battery but fussy software

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Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 5 Wireless is a solid all‑round gaming headset that shines mainly on comfort, battery life, and flexibility. If you jump between PC, PlayStation, Switch, and your phone, it’s very convenient to have one headset that handles everything via the USB‑C dongle and Blu...

Maxence-Marie Dubois
by Maxence-Marie Dubois

beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X Review: studio-style closed headphones you can actually wear all day
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beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X Review: studio-style closed headphones you can actually wear all day

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The beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro X is a solid choice if you want a closed-back wired headphone that you can actually wear for long sessions without your head or ears complaining. The sound leans towards studio use: clear, detailed, slightly bright, with tight but not overblown bass. For recording, mixing...

Aria Ingram
by Aria Ingram

beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm Review: classic studio cans with strong sound and a few daily-life quirks
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beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm Review: classic studio cans with strong sound and a few daily-life quirks

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After living with the beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm for a while, my take is pretty simple: they’re solid, reliable studio-style headphones that do their job well, with a few practical annoyances you should know about. The sound is clear and punchy, the isolation is good for recording and focused li...

Harriet Abernathy
by Harriet Abernathy

Bose QuietComfort Headphones Review: comfy travel workhorse with strong ANC, but not cheap
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Bose QuietComfort Headphones Review: comfy travel workhorse with strong ANC, but not cheap

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After using the Bose QuietComfort Headphones in Twilight Blue daily, I’d sum them up like this: very comfortable, strong noise cancelling, easy to live with, but a bit pricey at full retail. They’re clearly designed for people who want to block out the world, listen for hours, and not fiddle with se...

Rohan Singh
by Rohan Singh

Bose QuietComfort Headphones Review: light, comfy ANC cans that keep things simple
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Bose QuietComfort Headphones Review: light, comfy ANC cans that keep things simple

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Overall, the Bose QuietComfort headphones are very solid everyday ANC headphones with comfort as their main selling point. The sound is clean and enjoyable, the noise cancelling cuts down background hum and office noise well, and the multi-point Bluetooth connection actually works in real life, not...

Harriet Abernathy
by Harriet Abernathy

Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) Review: finally decent noise cancelling in the classic AirPods shape
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Apple AirPods 4 (ANC) Review: finally decent noise cancelling in the classic AirPods shape

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After using the AirPods 4 with Active Noise Cancellation day to day, I see them as the right choice for a very specific type of user: someone in the Apple ecosystem who likes the classic AirPods shape, hates silicone tips, and wants decent noise reduction without going to over‑ear headphones. In tha...

Rohan Singh
by Rohan Singh

ZVOX AccuVoice AV157 Review: the TV soundbar that finally makes dialogue clear
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ZVOX AccuVoice AV157 Review: the TV soundbar that finally makes dialogue clear

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The ZVOX AccuVoice AV157 is a focused product: it’s built to make TV dialogue clearer, and on that front it delivers. Voices are brought forward, background noise is pushed back, and you spend far less time riding the volume control. For older users, people with mild hearing issues, or anyone tired...

Maxence-Marie Dubois
by Maxence-Marie Dubois

Fender Mustang Micro Plus Review: silent practice that actually feels like playing an amp
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Fender Mustang Micro Plus Review: silent practice that actually feels like playing an amp

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After using the Fender Mustang Micro Plus regularly, I see it as a very practical tool rather than some magical solution. It gives you a wide range of usable tones, decent effects, Bluetooth for backing tracks, and a tuner, all in a device that lives on your guitar. For quiet practice, learning song...

Liam Kensington
by Liam Kensington

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review: Studio workhorse that also fits everyday use
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review: Studio workhorse that also fits everyday use

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After living with the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x for a while, I get why they’re everywhere. They’re not perfect, and they’re not the newest toy on the market, but as a wired, closed-back pair for mixed use (music, gaming, editing, instruments), they hold up very well. The sound is clear, punchy, and ho...

Isadora Vega
by Isadora Vega


Meze 99 NEO Review: closed-back audiophile cans that are fun first, neutral second
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Meze 99 NEO Review: closed-back audiophile cans that are fun first, neutral second

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The Meze 99 NEO are comfortable, warm-sounding closed-back headphones that work well as an all-rounder for home, office, and casual gaming. They don’t need an amp, they come with a proper hard case and usable accessories, and the build is thought out so you can repair or replace parts instead of tos...

Maxence-Marie Dubois
by Maxence-Marie Dubois

Rumoon Captain 500 Review: low-latency wireless cans that actually keep up with your bass and DAW
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Rumoon Captain 500 Review: low-latency wireless cans that actually keep up with your bass and DAW

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After using the Rumoon Captain 500 in real life β€” bass practice, light mixing, gaming, and watching videos β€” my take is pretty straightforward: it’s a practical wireless headset that does what it says, especially on the low-latency side. The 2.4 GHz mode is genuinely playable for instruments, the so...

Kai Fujimoto
by Kai Fujimoto

Beats Studio Pro Review: everyday wireless cans with strong ANC and battery, held back by comfort and price
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Beats Studio Pro Review: everyday wireless cans with strong ANC and battery, held back by comfort and price

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The Beats Studio Pro are solid everyday wireless over-ear headphones with a few clear strengths: long battery life, simple controls, decent noise cancelling, and a sound profile that works well for modern music and streaming. They’re easy to use, play nicely with both Apple and Android, and the USB‑...

Oliver Bainbridge
by Oliver Bainbridge

FiiO BTR7 Review: a powerful pocket DAC/amp that almost replaces a desktop setup
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FiiO BTR7 Review: a powerful pocket DAC/amp that almost replaces a desktop setup

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After using the FiiO BTR7 across phone, laptop, and car, my take is pretty simple: it’s a strong all‑round portable DAC/amp with a couple of quirks. Sound quality is clean and controlled, with enough power from the 4.4 mm balanced output to drive more demanding headphones like 300‑ohm Sennheisers to...

Sophia Nguyen
by Sophia Nguyen


FiiO BTR7 Review: a powerful little DAC that sounds great but isn’t as pocket-friendly as you’d think
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FiiO BTR7 Review: a powerful little DAC that sounds great but isn’t as pocket-friendly as you’d think

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After using the FiiO BTR7 daily across phone, laptop, and car, my conclusion is pretty straightforward: it’s a strong all-rounder for people who actually care about sound and own decent wired headphones. The sound quality is clearly better than a basic dongle or straight phone jack, especially if yo...

Rohan Singh
by Rohan Singh


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Audio-Technica ATH-M50X White Review: studio-style sound that’s not just for pros
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50X White Review: studio-style sound that’s not just for pros

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After living with the white Audio-Technica ATH-M50X for a while, I get why they’re so popular. They’re not flashy or packed with features, but as a straightforward wired workhorse, they deliver. The sound is clear, with tight bass, good detail, and enough punch for modern music and gaming without tu...

Fleur-Charlotte Dupont
by Fleur-Charlotte Dupont






Apple AirPods 4 Review: the everyday buds that finally fix the fit (for me, at least)
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Apple AirPods 4 Review: the everyday buds that finally fix the fit (for me, at least)

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After using the AirPods 4 daily, my take is simple: they’re great everyday earbuds for iPhone users who care more about comfort and ease of use than total noise isolation. The fit, at least for my ears, is a big upgrade over the Pros. I can wear them for hours without discomfort, they stay put durin...

Aria Ingram
by Aria Ingram


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