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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$300
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 80 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Nothing Headphone 1 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

8.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

8.7

Technical Score

20.0%

9.3

User score

Excellent
8.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.5

Sound

20.0%

9.2

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

5.8

Connectivity

6.0%

9.0

Battery

4.0%

8.2

Calls & Controls

Excellent
9.3

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(1068)
United States
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4.5
(1068)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

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  • 9.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    10

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    10

    Battery life

  • 8.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    10

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.5

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    10

    Ambient sound mode

  • 10
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    14.0%

    10

    Companion app

  • 7.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.5

    Weight

    24.0%

    10

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    5.7

    IP rating

    16.0%

    10

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a premium over-ear headset featuring a signature transparent design with forged aluminium structural components and high-quality PU vegan leather ear cushions. Acoustically engineered in partnership with KEF, it utilizes custom 40mm dynamic drivers with a nickel-plated diaphragm and a high-linearity PU suspension system to deliver Hi-Res audio (24-bit/96 kHz via LDAC) with a frequency response of 20Hz–40kHz. Main characteristics include hybrid adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (up to 42dB) that adjusts every 600ms, spatial audio with head tracking, and intuitive tactile controls like a volume roller and media paddle. Key pros are its exceptional battery life of up to 80 hours (35 hours with ANC), multi-device pairing via Bluetooth 5.3, and versatile wired support through both USB-C and 3.5mm jacks. Notable cons include a relatively heavy build (329g), a non-foldable design that impacts portability, and a headband that some users find lacks sufficient padding for long sessions.

Technical Specifications of Nothing Headphone 1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

9.5

Sound

20.0%

9.2

Features

10.0%

5.8

Design

8.0%

5.8

Connectivity

6.0%

9.0

Battery

4.0%

8.2

Calls & Controls

8.7
Nothing Headphone 1 has a technical score of 8.68 points, which is higher than that of 99.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

9.0

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
(1068)
United States
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4.5
(1068)

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

9.3
Nothing Headphone 1 has a user score of 9.3 points, which is higher than that of 95.9% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Nothing Headphone 1 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

8.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

8.9
Nothing Headphone 1 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.9 points, which is higher than 97.8% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Nothing Headphone 1 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Nothing Headphone 1 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

20 Hz
Nothing Headphone 1 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

6
Nothing Headphone 1 has 6 microphones, more microphones than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 2.4% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Nothing Headphone 1 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

42 dB
Nothing Headphone 1 has a microphone SNR of 42 dB, lower microphone SNR than 93% of headphones.
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Nothing Headphone 1 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

5.3
Nothing Headphone 1 uses Bluetooth version 5.3, newer Bluetooth version than 88.6% of headphones and equal to 6.5% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

10 m
Nothing Headphone 1 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

110 ms
Nothing Headphone 1 has audio latency of 110 ms, lower audio latency than 51.5% of headphones and equal to 0.2% of headphones.
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports multipoint. 35% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports ambient sound mode. 23.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports EQ customization. 76.8% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 works with a companion app. 55.7% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

4
Nothing Headphone 1 offers 4 adjustable ANC levels, more adjustable ANC levels than 97.2% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

80 hours
Nothing Headphone 1 offers battery life of 80 hours, higher battery life than 92% of headphones and equal to 2.5% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

35 hours
Nothing Headphone 1 offers battery life with ANC of 35 hours, higher battery life with ANC than 54.6% of headphones and equal to 4.8% of headphones.
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Nothing Headphone 1 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Nothing Headphone 1 supports quick charge. 31% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

1,040 mAh
Nothing Headphone 1 has a battery capacity of 1040 mAh, higher battery capacity than 91.2% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

over-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

329 g
Nothing Headphone 1 weighs 329 g, heavier than 87.4% of headphones and equal to 0.1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Nothing Headphone 1 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
    What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
    When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

    Importance: HIGH

    Nothing Headphone 1 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Nothing Headphone 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Nothing Headphone 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • EQ customization
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
    What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
    When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nothing Headphone 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • Spatial audio support
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
    What it is: Supports immersive surround sound playback
    When it matters: When movies, games, and immersive mixes are part of your listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nothing Headphone 1 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.80 hours vs 30 hours
  • More flexible connectivity
    Nothing Headphone 1 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Nothing Headphone 1 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • Clear call microphone
    Nothing Headphone 1 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
    What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
    When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Nothing Headphone 1 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Water resistance
    Nothing Headphone 1 is water resistant, the average headphone is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • 5 mm more spacious earcup height
    Nothing Headphone 1 offers more spacious earcup height than the average headphone (65 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
  • Better IP rating
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a better IP rating than the average headphone (IP52 vs none). The average headphones have an IP rating of none.
  • Active noise cancellation
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Nothing Headphone 1 has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports spatial audio, the average headphone does not. 30.7% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 50 hours longer battery life
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher battery life than the average headphone (80 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 73.3% higher battery capacity
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher battery capacity than the average headphone (1,040 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • USB-C charging
    Nothing Headphone 1 uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Play while charging
    Nothing Headphone 1 can play while charging, the average headphone cannot. 55.9% of headphones support play while charging.
  • 5 hours longer ANC battery life
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher battery life with ANC than the average headphone (35 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Nothing Headphone 1 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    Nothing Headphone 1 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    Nothing Headphone 1 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 5 more microphones
    Nothing Headphone 1 has more microphones than the average headphone (6 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Nothing Headphone 1 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    Nothing Headphone 1 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • EQ customization
    Nothing Headphone 1 supports EQ customization, the average headphone does not. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
  • 8 newer release date
    Nothing Headphone 1 was released more recently than the average headphone (2,025 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.

Total
Overall
Design
Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
Features
  • 50.9% higher weight
    Nothing Headphone 1 is heavier than the average headphone (329 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 33 dB lower microphone SNR
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a lower microphone SNR than the average headphone (42 dB vs 75 dB). The average headphones have a microphone SNR of 75 dB.
  • 50.9% higher weight
    Nothing Headphone 1 is heavier than the average headphone (329 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Nothing Headphone 1 is heavier than the average headphone (329 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.329 g vs 218 g
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Nothing Headphone 1 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Nothing Headphone 1 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
    Nothing Headphone 1 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90
  • 33 dB lower microphone SNR
    Nothing Headphone 1 has a lower microphone SNR than the average headphone (42 dB vs 75 dB). The average headphones have a microphone SNR of 75 dB.
    What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
    When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >80 dB

    Nothing Headphone 1 has a lower microphone SNR than the average headphone (42 dB vs 75 dB). The average headphones have a microphone SNR of 75 dB.42 dB vs 75 dB
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Overall
Design
Sound
Calls & Controls

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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
amazon
4.5
1068 Reviews
United States
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4.5
1068 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Nothing Headphone 1?

  • Distinctive transparent design with premium aluminum build
  • Intuitive physical controls including a tactile volume roller and paddle
  • Extensive customization via the Nothing X app's 8-band parametric EQ
  • Strong battery life (up to 80 hours with ANC off, ~35-42 hours with ANC on)
  • Comprehensive connectivity including Bluetooth 5.3, LDAC, and USB-C audio
  • Effective noise cancellation for low-frequency rumbles (commuter-friendly)

What customers dislike about Nothing Headphone 1?

  • Dark/muffled default sound profile that requires EQ tuning to fix
  • Thin headband padding can become uncomfortable during long sessions
  • Large, non-folding design makes it less portable than some rivals
  • Average transparency mode performance compared to premium competitors
  • Expensive relative to established flagship models from Sony and Bose
  • Inconsistent noise cancellation for high-frequency sounds like voices

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cnet.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: An Eye-Catching Design Backed by Strong Performance

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a $299 (£299) premium over-ear noise-cancelling headset developed in collaboration with British audio brand KEF. Featuring a distinct, translucent "squircle" design with retro cassette vibes, the build combines aluminum with plastic and oil-resistant memory foam ear pads. It boasts a solid feature set, including high-performing physical controls (like a...Read more

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Nothing Headphone (1) review: unlike anything else on the market

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out for its bold and unconventional design, which features a square profile constructed from three distinct layers: a rounded cushion, a squared-off metal frame, and a rounded transparent plastic outer shell that exposes cassette-tape-like internals. Priced at £299 / $299, these over-ear headphones deliver a refreshing alternative to traditional...Read more

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wired.com
28/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: Something Special

The Nothing Headphone (1) over-ear noise-cancelling headphones offer an exceptional mid-tier option that delivers roughly 90 percent of the performance of premium competitors for a significantly lower price of $299 (often discounted to $239). Standout pros include a highly intuitive, physical control system featuring a clicky wheel and flicky switch, an impressive 35-hour battery...Read more

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theverge.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 review: head-turning

The Verge's review of the $299 Nothing Headphone 1 highlights a 6/10 rating, praising the device for its impressive audio quality, effective ANC, and comfortable 35-hour battery life. Key positives include intuitive physical controls and a comfortable, glasses-friendly design. Conversely, the review identifies significant drawbacks, including a counterintuitive folding mechanism...Read more

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techradar.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: so close to being the best noise-cancelling headphones

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a feature-rich, premium debut into the over-ear market priced at $299 / £299. It impresses mechanically and technically, boasting strong adaptive active noise cancellation that rivals the industry-leading Sony WH-1000XM5, alongside seamless multi-point Bluetooth connectivity and an exquisite, durable build quality. The physical controls are a standout...Read more

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soundguys.com
04/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: Something different

The Nothing Headphone (1)Go debuts with a distinct, retro-tech design, featuring excellent active noise cancellation, an IP52 rating, and intuitive physical controls, according to SoundGuys. The companion app offers a powerful, feature-rich parametric equalizer, allowing for extensive sound customization. Conversely, the default sound signature is flawed, characterized by weak mids...Read more

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whathifi.com
23/01/2026
Nothing Headphone (1) review

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a pair of mid-range over-ear wireless headphones that attempts to challenge industry giants like Sony and Bose with an aggressive launch price of £299 / $299 / AU$549. Designed in partnership with audio brand KEF, the headphones feature a distinctive, divisive aesthetic combining a rectangular body with rounded, transparent earcups that showcase internal...Read more

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markellisreviews.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: A Brave Move!

The Nothing Headphone (1)Go is a bold and highly polarising first entry into the over-ear market, earning a stellar 90% overall rating for successfully matching its retro-futuristic, translucent design with high-tier performance. Priced competitively at £299 in the UK, these headphones position themselves as an attractive, budget-friendly alternative to premium models like the Apple...Read more

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alpha-audio.net
17/07/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 - All or Nothing

The Nothing Headphone 1 (€299) delivers a unique "retro meets sci-fi" design featuring transparent plastic and metal accents, evoking a polarizing "love it or hate it" response. Developed in collaboration with audio brand KEF, these 329-gram over-ear headphones provide comfortable, firm ear cushions that seal well without overheating. A standout feature is the physical control...Read more

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rtings.com
10/10/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review", "Nothing Headphone (1) In-Depth Review

The Nothing Headphone (1) are stylish, IP52-rated wireless over-ear headphones featuring excellent 33-hour battery life with active noise cancellation (ANC) and impressive isolation against mid-to-high frequency noises. While effective in office environments, the headphones have drawbacks, including small ear cups that may cause discomfort, potential heat buildup, and an ANC system...Read more

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theguardian.com
13/08/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 review: attention-seeking design for your head

Nothing Headphone 1 The Nothing Headphone 1 stands out for its bold, semi-transparent aesthetic, blending a 1980s Walkman style with a Doctor Who "Cybermen" look that breaks away from typical black headphones. Priced at £299 ($299), they offer excellent physical controls, featuring a tactile volume roller, a track-skipping paddle, and a dedicated voice assistant button. Tuned in...Read more

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businessinsider.com
16/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: Plenty of Style and Substance

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out for its bold, retro-inspired square aesthetic and semi-transparent design, delivering a strong balance of comfort and substance at a competitive $299 price point. Developed in partnership with KEF, the headphones offer a neutral, highly detailed sound profile that can be adjusted via the Nothing X app, which also includes a convenient...Read more

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thehindu.com
15/07/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 Review: Absolutely worth a look

The Nothing Headphone 1 is a standout over-ear debut priced at ₹21,999, featuring a futuristic, transparent design, sculpted aluminium framing, and a commuter-friendly IP52 dust and water resistance rating. Its major strengths (pros) include a highly impressive battery life of up to 35 hours with ANC enabled and up to 80 hours with it turned off, backed by rapid 5-minute...Read more

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hifi.de
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review - Over-Ear Headphones - HIFI.DE

The Nothing Headphone (1) is the brand's first over-ear headphone, sporting an eye-catching, retro-futuristic design with square earcups, transparent panels that reveal the audio chambers, and tactile physical controls like a scrolling "roller" and a "paddle" switch. Priced at a retail launch price of 299 Euros, this model boasts standout advantages including a fun, bass-heavy sound...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
16/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review on kopfhoerer.de

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out with its bold, polarising design featuring rectangular, semi-transparent ear cups combined with a robust build of CNC-machined aluminium and precision-moulded plastics. Co-developed with British audio specialist KEF, the headphones deliver a highly balanced, warm sound signature with precise instrument separation, deep but controlled bass via...Read more

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n-tv.de
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review - ntv.de

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a distinctive, premium pair of wireless over-ear headphones (priced around €300) that seamlessly blends an unconventional, eye-catching design with excellent functionality. Its standout features include a high-quality build made of matte aluminium and clear Plexiglas ear cups, combined with a highly intuitive physical control system using a unique...Read more

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heise.de
15/07/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 over-ear headphones review - Heise

The Nothing Headphone (1)Go features a premium, durable design with signature transparent elements, providing excellent passive isolation and a 80-hour battery life (ANC off) for €299. It delivers clean audio with strong, adaptive active noise cancellation and highly tactile, physical controls for a premium user experience. However, the headset is limited by a large headband that...Read more

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chip.de
25/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review | CHIP

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a highly capable over-ear headset that stands out for its unique design, which features a mix of grey tones, transparent elements, and high-quality materials like aluminium and faux leather. Developed in cooperation with audio specialist KEF, the headphones deliver a highly natural sound stage with punchy, precise bass and clear vocal reproduction. Users...Read more

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stereo.de
02/03/2026
Nothing Ear (1) review: Plenty of extravagance, except for the price

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a distinctively designed pair of over-ear wireless headphones that balances an avant-garde aesthetic with advanced technology, featuring sound tuning in collaboration with the renowned speaker manufacturer KEF. Priced at €299, it stands out for its unique transparent earcup design and unconventional hardware controls, which include a volume scroll wheel...Read more

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techreviewer.de
06/11/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: The boldest headphone design of the year?

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out for its bold, retro-futuristic design, featuring a transparent plastic housing, squircle-shaped earcups, and unique haptics like a dedicated volume "roller" and title "paddle-switch". Built with an aluminium frame and memory-foam ear cushions, the 329g headphones offer exceptional long-wear comfort and an IP52 splash resistance rating. On the...Read more

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computerbild.de
16/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: An Over-Ear with Ambition

The Nothing Headphone (1) marks a successful debut into the over-ear market, developed in collaboration with British audio specialists KEF. Priced around €300, it stands out with Nothing’s signature industrial design, featuring square metal ear cups and a clear plastic shell that exposes the internal components. Its biggest triumph is an exceptional battery life, lasting 47 hours...Read more

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digitec.ch
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: A Great-Sounding Fidget Toy

The Digitec Galaxus review highlights the Nothing Headphone (1)Go as an eye-catching, over-ear model offering excellent, customizable sound, developed in partnership with KEF and featuring a 5-stage bass boost. Key advantages include 35–80 hours of battery life, IP52-certified durability, and highly praised, tactile physical controls on the right ear cup that excel for "fidget-toy"...Read more

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frandroid.com
03/10/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: The retro-futuristic headphones crushing the competition

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a retro-futuristic, circum-aural wireless headset created in collaboration with the British hi-fi brand KEF, offering audiophile-grade performance at a competitive price of 299 euros. Weighing 329 grams with an IP52 rating, it trades touch controls for highly tactile physical inputs, including a distinct infinite rotary wheel, a tracking paddle, and a...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: An Ambitious and Polished Debut Bluetooth Headset

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a successful first entry into the over-ear Bluetooth market, blending premium materials with a semi-transparent, retro-futuristic aesthetic engineered alongside high-fidelity audio brand KEF. Weighing 329 grams, the aluminum and plastic build provides an excellent, secure fit that distributes weight well, though its large, rectangular earcups do not...Read more

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clubic.com
05/07/2025
Nothing Ear (1) Review: Unique Design, Reasonable Price, KEF Signature Sound—A Winning Bet?

The Nothing Headphone (1) is an ambitious, neo-retro over-ear Bluetooth headset developed in collaboration with the renowned audio brand KEF, offering premium features at a competitive price point. Structurally, it stands out with a unique anodized aluminum frame and transparent earcups mimicking an audio cassette. On the positive side, it delivers highly balanced, versatile sound...Read more

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journaldugeek.com
02/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: A grand entrance for a first pair of headphones

The Nothing Headphone (1) review by Journal du Geek gives the brand's debut over-ear headphones a 8 / 10 rating, praising them as a highly successful first attempt at a competitive €300 price point. Developed in partnership with KEF, the headphones stand out primarily due to their unique, retro-futuristic design featuring rectangular ear cups, signature transparent accents, and...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
06/07/2025
The Nothing Headphone (1) Bluetooth headset review has joined our comparison

The Nothing Headphone (1) represents a highly successful entry into the wireless over-ear market, delivering premium build quality, extensive features, and excellent battery life that rival more expensive competitors. Its acoustic profile stands out for its well-managed technical balance and a relaxed, distinct sound character. Overall, the review highlights it as a very convincing...Read more

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frandroid.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) specifications and review

Review Overview The Nothing Headphone (1) is a retro-futuristic, circum-aural wireless headset priced at €299 that features the brand's signature transparent aesthetic combined with an aluminum and memory foam build. Acoustically engineered in partnership with KEF, the headphones utilize a rigid 40 mm dynamic driver with a nickel-plated polyurethane membrane to deliver a highly...Read more

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larazon.es
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: The Walkman of the future that sounds incredible

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a standout debut in the over-ear market that mixes a retro, industrial design with an exceptional physical control system. Priced at 299 euros, these headphones feature unique transparent ear cups and replace frustrating touch pads with tactile physical tools. These include the "Roller" wheel for volume and playback, and the "Paddle" lever for skipping...Read more

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fnac.es
Sin fecha (2025)
Nothing Ear (1) In-Depth Review: The Headphones Changing the Game", "Nothing Ear (1) Comprehensive Review: The Game-Changing Earbuds

The Fnac review highlights the Nothing Headphone (1)Go as a disruptive, industrial-designed product featuring a transparent aesthetic, physical controls, and an "AI-driven" Nothing X app. Key pros include exceptional battery life and strong hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), providing a unique, high-performance experience. Conversely, the analysis notes that the audio requires...Read more

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es.techreviewer.de
06/11/2025
Nothing Ear (1) Review: The Boldest Headphone Design of 2025!

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out in the 2025/2026 headphone market with its bold, retro-futuristic design featuring a transparent plastic casing, rectangular ear cups, and a robust aluminium frame. Despite weighing 329 grams, they provide remarkable, pressure-free comfort during long listening sessions or light workouts thanks to well-padded headbands and memory foam ear...Read more

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revistagq.com
15/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: I Tested the Most Viral Earbuds of 2025

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out as the most visually original over-ear headphones of 2025, blending a bold retrofuturistic design with premium, robust materials. Featuring a distinctive mix of rectangular aluminum frames and transparent plastic parts that expose internal components, these headphones deliver an exceptional, balanced, and highly customizable sound signature...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review (Full Analysis)

The Nothing Headphone (1) is the brand's first premium over-ear headphone entry, developed in collaboration with audio giant KEF. Priced at €299 to compete directly with the Sony WH-1000XM5, it features Nothing's signature transparent aesthetic with premium aluminum, rigid plastic, and memory foam materials. Weighing 329 grams, the headphones utilize 40mm dynamic drivers with a...Read more

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nothing.community
17/09/2025
Nothing Ear (1) Review: Unique Design, But Do They Deliver on Sound Quality?", "Nothing Ear (1) Review: Standout Design, But How Do They Sound?

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out as the brand's first over-ear model, featuring a highly unique, square-shaped industrial design that blends retro and futuristic aesthetics. On the positive side, the review highlights exceptional comfort for long listening sessions, even for users wearing glasses, thanks to spongy, oval-shaped polyurethane ear cushions. While the out-of-the-box...Read more

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smartworld.it
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review - SmartWorld

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a compelling first entry into the over-ear market, featuring a unique semi-transparent aesthetic, high-quality build materials like aluminum reinforcement and memory foam earcups, and robust durability backed by an IP52 rating and 50 reliability tests. Priced aggressively at €299, it undercuts many top-tier competitors while delivering solid day-to-day...Read more

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macitynet.it
11/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review, iconic design and ...

The Nothing Headphone (1) are the brand's debut over-ear headphones, featuring a signature futuristic design made of aluminum and transparent plastic that showcases the internal components. Developed in collaboration with British audio specialist KEF, they feature custom 40mm dynamic drivers that deliver deep, controlled bass, well-present mids, and clear highs. On the positive...Read more

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it.techreviewer.de
06/11/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review - techreviewer

The Nothing Headphone (1) stands out as a bold, retro-futuristic over-ear model featuring a distinctive transparent plastic shell, squircle-shaped earcups, and an aluminum frame. On the positive side, it offers a highly comfortable fit due to memory foam padding, an exceptional battery life reaching up to 80 hours without active noise cancellation (ANC), and intuitive physical...Read more

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smartphonology.it
10/10/2025
Headphone Review (1): Infinite Quality | Smartphonology

The Nothing Headphone (1), designed in collaboration with audio brand KEF, offers a distinctive minimalist aesthetic featuring transparent elements and shaped aluminium. On the positive side, these over-ear headphones deliver excellent, well-balanced sound quality through 40mm dynamic drivers, supporting Hi-Res Audio, LDAC, and up to 24-bit/96kHz playback. Their battery life is an...Read more

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corriere.it
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1), the rectangular headphones reminiscent of...

The Corriere della Sera review praises the Nothing Headphone (1) for its unique, retro-futuristic rectangular design, solid aluminum construction, and intuitive physical controls. These headphones offer balanced audio tuned with KEF and an impressive 80-hour battery life, positioning them as a strong premium debut. However, the review notes significant comfort issues, specifically...Read more

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dday.it
01/07/2025
Nothing Ear (1) review: Surprising audio...", "Nothing Headphone (1) review: The audio is surprising...

The Nothing Headphone (1) is an over-ear headset priced at €299 that combines Nothing's signature transparent design aesthetic with high-quality audio engineered by British audio specialist KEF. Weighing roughly 300 grams, the headphones feature an aluminium frame, memory foam ear cups covered in synthetic leather, and clear polycarbonate earcups that showcase internal components...Read more

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multiplayer.it
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: the over-ear headphones by...

The Nothing Headphone (1) marks the brand's first venture into the over-ear category, priced at €299. Developed in partnership with KEF, these headphones feature 40mm dynamic drivers and support LDAC for high-resolution audio. They offer impressive battery life, reaching up to 80 hours with ANC off, and include unique physical controls like a "Roller" for volume and a "Paddle" for...Read more

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alpha-audio.net
16/07/2025
Nothing Headphone 1 - All or Nothing

The Nothing Headphone 1 (€299) features a highly polarizing "retro meets sci-fi" design made of transparent plastic and metal, which the reviewer notes leaves little room for a middle ground. Developed in collaboration with speaker specialist KEF, this closed, active over-ear headphone features a 40mm driver with a frequency range of 20 Hz to 40,000 Hz and weighs a reasonable 329...Read more

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want.nl
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) shines inside and out

The Nothing Headphone (1) distinguishes itself with a signature minimalistic, transparent design and excellent physical controls, featuring a satisfying tactile volume roller that avoids accidental touch gestures. The headphones, praised for their premium aesthetic, deliver powerful sound, which can be further customized through an advanced equalizer in the Nothing X app. However,...Read more

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global.techradar.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: there is still work to be done

The Nothing Headphone (1) marks the brand's first entry into the premium audio market with a launch price of 299 euros, directly competing with heavyweights like the Sony WH-1000XM5. On the positive side, the headphones deliver outstanding active noise-cancelling (ANC) that rivals industry leaders, featuring an adaptive mode that accurately adjusts to surrounding noise levels. They...Read more

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androidworld.nl
01/07/2025
Nothing Ear (1) review: A strong first attempt

The Nothing Headphone (1) is a strong first over-ear attempt from the brand, featuring a striking design that resembles two vintage cassette tapes on your ears. It delivers exceptional audio quality with rich, deep bass and clear tones across high, mid, and low frequencies, matching the high standards set by the previous Nothing Ear in-ears. Additionally, the highly customizable...Read more

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androidplanet.nl
31/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) review: more than just eye-catching

The Nothing Headphone (1) is the brand's first foray into the over-ear market, featuring a unique transparent design with aluminium ear cups and neoleather cushions. While its aesthetic stands out, the review notes that the fit can be divisive: its 329-gram weight and limited hinge movement may cause discomfort or a poor seal for those with particularly small or large heads. At an...Read more

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nl.mashable.com
01/07/2025
Nothing Headphone (1) Review: Great Headphones at a Sharp Price

The Nothing Headphone (1) is an over-ear audio debut developed in collaboration with legendary audio brand KEF, offering premium performance for just under €300. The headphone delivers a rich, gelaagd, and well-balanced soundstage driven by custom 40mm drivers, alongside impressive active noise cancellation (ANC) that blocks out up to 42 dB of environmental noise. Users benefit from...Read more

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