Yamaha YH–E700A

£369 FROM uk.yamaha.com

Yamaha’s history as a pro audio company informs the tech in these headphones, which provide 35 hours of battery life on a single charge. They also offer a 3.5mm audio jack and are also one of the largest models on test. A frequency response of 8Hz-40kHz ensures an accurate sound, with an excellent balance across low, mid, and high frequencies.

There’s plenty of tech, with Listening Care Advanced constantly analysing volume, and optimising EQ over time to smooth out variations between tracks.

A combination of in-ear and external microphones power the active noise cancellation, which uses a unique algorithm and is among the best-performing here. Ambient listening is available, too. A Listening Optimiser function can train the headphones to suit your ear shape and a companion app lets you control functions. These are excellent allrounders – ideal for music.

VERDICT

Crisp, accurate sound Long battery life Excellent ANC Physically quite large