Headphones

01 shure se846

www.shure.co.uk PRICE £799 Tested T3 255 Four balanced-armature drivers and ‘True Subwoofer’ tech offer supreme sound, while the light, ergonomic bodywork and stiff over-ear cables give great comfort. t3 says The Rolls-Royce of in-ear headphones, for those who can afford it.

02 Bose quietcomfort 25 www.bose.co.uk PRICE £ 269.95 Tested T3 250

Fantastic build quality, brilliant noise isolation and superbly balanced audio. They even come with a cleverly designed case so you can carry them with you. t3 says A cracking performance from the perfect noise-cancelling headphones.

03 grado gr10e www.gradolabs.com £400 T3 255

PRICE Tested Seriously cool to look at, with beautifully built metal bodies in green/copper. The fit is a little tricky, but get it right and you’re rewarded with a big, detailed performance. t3 says These offer hipster looks and an incredibly meaty, welcoming sound.

04 shure srh1540 www.shure.co.uk PRICE £399 Tested T3 239

With a flat audio signature, sound quality is clean and lush, doing justice to any source. The bass isn’t lacking, it’s just crisp and subtle. These cans are also very comfy. t3 says These stylish headphones will please even the pickiest audiophile.

05 beyerdynamic idx 160 ie europe.beyerdynamic.com PRICE £78 Tested N/A

These in-ear buds are comfortable, and offer solid sound performance and a slick, practical design, all at an affordable price. t3 says With fine qualities aplenty, these are a smart buy for music lovers.

06 jabra sport pulse wireless www.jabra.co.uk PRICE £199.99 Tested T3 245

Ideal for sports, these offer immersive sound, effective isolation and even an in-ear coach for stats and motivation. t3 says In-ear phones for athletes wanting better sounds and a thorough workout.