Audio Technica Quietpoint 33 £58
These in-ear headphones have been around for years. Their cable and the need for an actual battery to power the noise cancelling won’t please the hipsters, but if you still think – quite rightly – that wires sound better, they’re a fantastic bargain with a clean, enjoyable sound. I opted to use the Comply foam tips for added noise isolation which, combined with the subtle but effective ANC, meant I was happily cocooned from the outside world. audiotechnicashop.com