Headphones

01 AKG N40 uk.akg.com PRICE £349.99 Tested T3 265

With top-notch sound, comfort and quality, and a personalised listening experience thanks to exchangeable filters that let you tune your audio, you won’t find a better pair of in-ear headphones for the price. t3 say s Ideal in-ears for audio enthusiasts.

02 Steelseries siberia 840 steelseries.com PRICE £299.99 Tested T3 265

A high-end wireless gaming headset with optical audio for premium sound quality, plus a superb fit and finish. Suitable for all gamers, whether you play PC, Xbox or PS4. t3 say s The ultimate gaming headset.

03 sh ure se846 shure.co.uk PRICE £586 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 say s The Rolls-Royce of in-ear headphones, for those who can afford it.

04 jabra sport pulse wireless jabra.co.uk PRICE £99.99 Tested T3 245

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

05 Plantronics BackB eat Pro plantronics.com PRICE £133 Tested T3 261

While they don’t have the looks of more expensive headphones, the Backbeat Pros are loaded with features and sound stunning, if a little heavy on the bass. t3 say s Top-notch noise-cancelling cans.

06 Bose QuietComfort 35 bose.co.uk PRICE £290 Tested T3 261

Low on features, and subtle with a capital S, these noise-cancelling cans don’t scream premium, but they’re comfortable to wear and the sound is breathtaking. t3 say s Brilliant-sounding wireless cans.