Top-rated best headphones in 2019 in terms of price and sound quality.

Since the inception of headphones, many models have appeared for a variety of people. Both professional and many custom typefaces have emerged.

The most popular headphones of different designs in 2022 are described in separate material.

Headphones - earbuds

Xiaomi 1 More.

The main body material is aluminum, which is painted in golden color. But after a couple of months, the color peels off, and the color becomes silvery. The lower part of the cable has a fabric braid, which makes it more durable. Using the remote control on the wire, you can control the player and calls, it also has a built-in microphone.

The headphones sound decent and do not require a player or a music smartphone. Even paired with an average smartphone, they sound loud and high quality. There is almost no sound insulation, as in other earbuds.

Headphones are delivered in a box, inside which is a case and interchangeable ear pads.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz -20,000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

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• good sound;
• braid;
• Case and ear pads included.

• not compatible with all phones.

Average price: 2500 rubles.

Sony STH-30.

The case is made of hard glossy plastic. The cable is rubber, you can see that it gets tangled easily. There is a clothespin with which you can hook the headphones on clothes. L-shaped plug, which makes it more durable. The cable has a hole for a microphone. The upper part of the headphones is asymmetrical, which allows you to throw the wire over the neck. A feature can be called moisture protection, you should not swim, but you can not be afraid of rain.

The microphone sounds good, thanks to the noise reduction system, the interlocutor hears everything clearly. With stronger sound sources, the sound becomes better.Dance and electronic music sounds good in them.

Comes with headphones and instructions, nothing else.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 18 ohm; frequencies;
• 20 Hz -20,000 Hz.

• moisture protection;
• sound.

• cable.

Average price: 1600 rubles.

Apple EarPods.

The most famous liners. They are supplied with Apple smartphones, but are also served separately. The body is made of white plastic. In some auricles, they may fly out. The remote control helps to control the player, Apple smartphones are especially well supported. The microphone is in place, and the interlocutor hears everything well.

They sound just like other earbuds. Also suitable for listening to all genres of music.

The packaging is very simple: a plastic case and EarPods wound on a cardboard mold.

• design;
• versatility.

• high price.

average price: 2000 rubles.

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In-ear headphones.

Inserted into the ear canal and allows you to isolate extraneous sounds. Compact and often not very expensive.
First level.

Xiaomi Piston Youth.

For their low price (300-450 rubles), the headphones show themselves perfectly. They are made of matte plastic and do not look cheap. The remote is massive, it has one button and a microphone. You can note the flat wire, which will not allow the headphones to get tangled.

Noise isolation is, but not strong. Music can be heard, but a little muffled.

For its price, a fairly clear sound, worse is expected. There are headphones more expensive, but worse.

Comes with headphones and ear pads only.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 16 ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.25 meters.

• ergonomics;
• price.

• some audio interference.

Average price: 400 rubles.

Comparative video review of headphones:

Sennheiser CX 300-II Street Precision.

Headphones have a minimalist design, made of durable plastic. The wire looks solid, but there are reviews that often talk about a broken wire. It pays to be careful. There is a durable rubber anti-kink protection.

The earphones sit perfectly in the ears and do not press. Thanks to its good ergonomic shape, the noise isolation in the Sennheiser CX 300 is good. Most often you can see black and white, but there are also pink and red, which you need to look for.

Sounds good and balanced. Young people will appreciate the excellent low frequencies.

Comes with headphones, interchangeable ear pads and a case.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 16 ohm;
• frequencies: 19 - 21000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 meters.

• good sound for your money;
• soundproofing.

• unreliable wire.

Average price: 1300 rubles

Advanced level.

Shure SE846-CL.

The case is plastic, transparent in black and white versions. It is worth noting the removable wire, which can be replaced if the old one breaks. He wears headphones, wrapped around his ears.

Noise isolation for in-ear headphones is excellent. The sound is clear and deep, even with the most complex tracks it does an excellent job.

Rich set: Shure SE215 headphones, three sizes of silicone tips, three sizes of foam tips, a device for cleaning the sound guides, a carrying case.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 20 ohm;
• frequencies: 22 Hz - 17500 Hz;
• cable length: 1.6 m.

• sound;
• equipment;
• the wire.

• high price.

Average price: 6000 rubles.

Bowers&Willkins C5.

The headphone case is made in an unusual shape, it looks unusual.The cable is not flat, but rigid and does not tangle. It is symmetrical and not very long. Thanks to a special darling, they are comfortable to wear, there is no feeling of discomfort even with long listening. The remote has 3 buttons and a microphone.

The sound is made in such a way that a sense of surround sound is created. It sounds great and evokes new emotions. Clean, correct and without weaknesses.

Comes with headphones, case and eartips.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 10 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

• soundproofing;
• sound;
• ergonomics.

• high price.

Average prices: 7000 rubles.

Video review of the operation of headphones in comparison with competitors:

Wireless headphones.

Headphones for those who are tired of wires. Connect to the audio source via Bluetooth. Convenient for athletes or for those who want to put their smartphone down and walk around the house with only headphones on. The road is also very comfortable.

Bluedio T2 Plus.

The design for the price of these headphones is very good. They sit decently on the head. Surprisingly long time of work (45 hours).

The sound is very smooth and very good for the price of headphones. It is possible to listen to music without a smartphone by inserting a memory card.

Characteristics:

• working time: 45 hours;
• range: 10 meters;
• weight: 224 grams.

• functionality;
• long battery life on a single charge.

• weak microphone;
• inconvenient volume control;

More about the characteristics, pros and cons - in the video review:

Average price: 2000 rubles.

Sony MDR-RF865RK.

The headphones are big and solid. Completely cover the ears. There is no wire at all, if the headphones run out of power, one option is to charge. Charging takes about an hour. Materials and assembly at a high level.

Headphones can compete with any wired ones. There is no loss of sound quality during transmission, which means there is no sound deterioration. The volume margin is good. There are no noises around.

Characteristics:

• frequencies: 10 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• range: 100 meters;
• weight: 320 grams.

• lungs;
• its own data transmission channel ensures uninterrupted data transmission, which is very important for many wireless users;
• long battery life.

• these are headphones with a base - your own wireless communication channel, that is, you can’t take headphones on the road.

Average price: 7000 rubles.

Beats Powerbeast 3.

It looks like ordinary in-ear headphones, but the wire from the two headphones is connected and does not go further. They are fixed on two behind-the-ears, which makes the model of these headphones ideal for sports. The wire is noodles and has a zip tie with the Beats logo.

Many of the company's products suffer from not very good sound for their price, but the Powerbeast 3 is an exception. The sound is good.

Includes headphones, ear pads, silicone case, charging cables and instructions.

Characteristics:

• range: 10 meters;
• working time: 6 hours.

• moisture protection.

• price;
• sound.

Average price: 15,000 rubles.

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Sony MDR-1000X.

Something worth taking if you don’t feel sorry for the money for headphones. This model has absorbed the best technologies. The ear pads and headband are made of leather, the rest is plastic. All parts of the design are made in the same color. There is a choice of silver, black and beige.

They sit perfectly on the head, both at home and on the street. There is software noise reduction and an NFC area for quick connection. The controls in these headphones are touch-sensitive. With it, you can rewind or switch the track, set the volume, pause or answer an incoming call.

The noise reduction system works great, you can completely move away from the outside world or make it audible. Music is good, one of the best wireless headphones. There is support for various music formats.
Comes with case, charger, 3.5mm cable and headphones.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 60 Ohm;
• frequencies: 4 Hz - 40000 Hz;
• range: 10 meters;
• weight: 275 grams;
• working time: 20 hours.

• sound;
• ergonomics.

• price.

Average price: 27,000 rubles.

Overhead headphones.

Sennheiser PX95.

Versatile over-ear headphones. Steel headband, elastic and strong. Plastic cups and foam rubber ear pads reduce pressure on the head.

The sound is excellent for the price of headphones. Nothing eats up or disappears.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 10 - 21000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

• sound;
• ergonomics.

• soundproofing.

Average price: 4000 rubles.

Monster Beats Solo HD.

Standard design for Beats. The earphones are flexible and durable at the same time. The ear pads are made from genuine leather. Thanks to the flexible headband mechanisms, the headphones adapt well to the wearer's head.

Noise isolation is good. The emphasis is on the bass. Sometimes there is a feeling that sometimes the bass muffles the mids and highs.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 20 ohm
• frequencies: from 5 to 2000o Hz
• cable length: 1.36 m.

Video review of characteristics:

• design;
• equipment.

• sometimes the mids and highs drop.

Average price: 7000 rubles.

Philips Fidelio F1.

Compact on-ear headphones. Made of plastic.The assembly is good and raises no complaints. The headband has a leather finish and sits well on the head. Cups can be adjusted in any direction.

It's nice to listen to music with headphones. Frequency bands are not amplified. The middle ones are a little lost due to the foam pad.

The box contains headphones and a suede bag for transportation.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 16 ohm;
• frequencies: 7 - 40000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

• compactness;
• ergonomics.

• little distortion in the midrange.

Average price: 5000 rubles.

Monitor headphones.

These headphones cover the entire ear. They can be divided into professional and custom. Every recording studio has monitor headphones.

Custom.

Sony DR-XB400.

Headphones look very elegant. Everything is made of durable rubberized plastic. There are metal inserts. The cable is long and does not tangle. The kinks are very well protected. They sit on the ears very tightly and do not fly off. Do not press or squeeze the head.

Inside the ear cushions is a foam material, thanks to which the headphones have excellent noise isolation. The earphone adjustment can be fixed so as not to be accidentally changed. Like all Sony monitor headphones, the MDR-XB400 can be adjusted to fit any head.

The mid frequencies drop out a little, but not noticeably much. The overall sound picture fully satisfies the needs of different users.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 24 Ohm;
• frequencies: 5-22,000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

• ergonomics;
• sound.

• easily soiled glossy inserts on the cups.

Average price: 5000 rubles.

Bowers&Wilkins P3 series 2.

Compact over-ear headphones. They have an interesting design and an unusual shape. Easy to carry.A lot of leather, the main parts are made of matte plastic. There are also aluminum parts. If something happens to the leather on the ear pads, they can be easily replaced.

The kit includes a cable for Apple devices. If you try and adjust the headband, the headphones will sit perfectly. The cable has a remote control.

Noise isolation is good, all thanks to the ear cushions. The sound is natural and clear. The bass is well felt. No sagging.

Comes with earphones, case, replacement cable.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 34 Ohm;
• frequencies: 10 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• cable length: 1.2 m.

• compactness;
• good sound.

• focused on Apple technology.

Average price: 5990 rubles.

Headphone video description:

Professional.

Sennheiser HD 280 PRO.

Headphones do not have a beautiful or unusual design, but offer excellent ergonomics and sound. They are made of plastic, and the headband and ear pads are made of good fabric with foam rubber inside. Sturdy headphones with excellent build quality.

The sound is accurate and very deep. Especially the sound is revealed with professional equipment. The sound does not go into bass or treble, it is precisely distributed.

The kit comes with an adapter with miniJack - Jack, and a coiled cable 1.3 meters long.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 64 Ohm;
• frequencies: 8 - 25000 Hz;
• cable length: 1 m (extendable up to 3 m).

• ergonomics;
• sound versatility.

• design.

Average price: 6000 rubles.

Marshall Monitor.

Professional model from Marshall. Headphones are not very bulky and have a memorable design. Materials are pleasant genuine leather and metal. The cord is very strong, protected from kinks, and the plug is gold-plated. It is worth noting that the cord is removable and this makes the headphones even more compact.There is a remote control with a microphone.

Sound without blockages. The kind that a professional in the studio needs. Good soundproofing.

In addition to the earphones, a leather case is also included.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 42 Ohm;
• frequencies: 10 - 20000 Hz.

• assembly and materials;
• sizes.

• price.

Average price: 13,000 rubles.
Full video review of the iconic headphones:

Gaming headphones.

Headphones are one of the main attributes of any gamer. Most often they have an aggressive and futuristic design. The main requirement for them is to hear any movement of the enemy.

Listening to music is a secondary task, but also important.

Razer Kraken USB.

Closed-back over-ear headphones. Completely cover the ears. The body is made of strong plastic. The rim has a soft insert covered with leather substitute. Outside of each cup is a metal mesh. A microphone and a green USB cable come out of the left earpiece. It is 2 meters long and allows you to connect everything directly to the system unit.

The sound is good, sharpened for games. Music can be listened to without discomfort. The microphone is good. Directed in one direction, the interlocutor will not hear extraneous noise.

Includes headphones, documentation and stickers with the Razer logo.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• weight: 250 grams;
• wire length: 2 m.

• good microphone;
• design.

• cannot be heard on mobile devices.

The positive and negative aspects of using headphones - in the video review:

Average price: 6000 rubles.

Logitech G230 Stereo Gaming Headset.

The design is unusual, almost square ear pads stand out. Headphones are made in gray with red accents. The rims are made of soft material.There is a microphone coming from the left earpiece. The cable is red and its length is 2.33 meters.

Equipped with a remote control that can turn on / off the headset and change the volume level.
The sound quality is good, especially when you look at its price. The microphone is good.

The package is not surprising. The box contains headphones and documentation.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• wire length: 2.33 m;
• weight: 267 g.

• price.

• amateur design.

Average price: 3000 rubles.

HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset.

Headphones have a strict but memorable design. Made of plastic. The rim is soft and flexible, covered with leatherette. The microphone can be detached from the left ear. The cable is only one meter long, but the kit also includes a two-meter extension cable.

The sound is good and will satisfy any gamer. Neodymium magnets will help you do this much longer. Condenser microphone with all-round orientation. Has digital noise reduction. Surround sound supported.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 60 Ohm;
• frequencies: 15 Hz - 25000 Hz;
• wire length: 1 m + 2 m extension;
• weight: 320 g.

• removable microphone;
• design.

• volume control.

Average price: 6000 rubles.

ASUS ROG Centurion 7.1.

Big, aggressive, bright - three words that can describe this model of headphones. There is a microphone on the left ear. Headphones are connected via two USB.

With the help of an amplifier, the sound in the headphones becomes voluminous. With the help of the program from Asus, you can customize all the sound to suit your needs. The microphone is good, the interlocutor hears everything perfectly.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequency: 20Hz-20000Hz;
• wire length: 2 meters;
• weight: 450 g.

• spatial sound.

• heavy.

Average price: 11,000 rubles.
Professional headphone review:

SteelSeries Siberia 840.

The design is minimalistic, but this is not the main feature of the headphones. Ergonomics are on top, it is comfortable to play them for a long time. Memory foam pillows, it will come even more comfort. The headphones are wireless and are powered by two replaceable batteries. The microphone pops up. The kit includes a transmitter in which you can control the sound and charge the battery from the headphones.

The sound is the best among gaming headsets. Volumetric, which will help to find out about finding enemies in advance.

Equipment:

• headset SteelSeries Siberia 840;
• user manual;
• two lithium-ion batteries;
• wireless signal transmitter;
• optical cable with plugs;
• cable for connection to Xbox 360;
• cable for connecting to PS4 and Xbox One;
• cable for connecting to mobile devices;
• analog cable;
• USB cable;
• power unit.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• weight: 318 g.

• sound;
• equipment.

• price.

Average price: 22,000 rubles.

SteelSeries Siberia Raw.

The headphones are based on white matte plastic. Headphones do not put pressure on the head due to their flexible design. The ear pads are made of mesh soft fabric, from which there are no allergic reactions. On the outside of the cups there is a backlight. RGB backlight, huge number of colors available. The microphone is built into the cup. It looks like a small ledge. The cable is not braided and does not tangle. The build is good and solid.

The sound is good and balanced. The bass is good. The microphone works well, the interlocutor hears everything well.A good choice for a limited budget.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• wire length: 1.5 m.

• convenience;
• ease.

• completely made of plastic;
• the microphone does not pop out.

Average price: 3000 rubles.
Headset overview:

Razer ManO'War.

Wireless headphones from Razer. Big and heavy, not suitable for women. Most of the headset is made of plastic. Partly matte and partly glossy. The rim has a perforation that prevents sweating. The microphone extends and is located on the left cup. RGB backlight, selectable color in the program.

Sounds are realistic and spacious.

Characteristics:

• resistance: 32 Ohm;
• frequencies: 20 Hz - 20000 Hz;
• range: 12 m;
• working time: 16 hours.

• sound quality;
• microphone.

• heaviness;
• price.

Average price: 7000 rubles.

Which headphones are right for me?

It is difficult to answer this question. Each person is individual, and it will be possible to choose the right headphones if you try models from different manufacturers.