15 most talked-about audiophile headphones of 2024

🔦 SPOTLIGHT

2024 brings a variety of innovative headphones and IEMs that'll make your old earbuds weep with envy.

From wallet-friendly finds to premium headphones, there's something for everyone. YouTubers are teaming up with manufacturers to push boundaries, while established brands are giving classics a modern twist. Planar magnetics and air-motion transformers are the new kids on the block, promising sound so clear you might hear your neighbor's thoughts.

Want to know which headphones might make you quit your day job to become a full-time audiophile? Check out our full article featuring 15 game-changing releases that are turning heads (and ears) in 2024.

Drama Alert

Baby Turns Blue From Lack of Oxygen as Nurse Ignores Alarms While Wearing Headphones

⚠️ A cautionary tale about the dangers of headphone use in critical environments

Samsung Suspends Galaxy Buds3 Pro Rollout Over Growing Quality Control Issues

🎧 Samsung's latest earbuds face setbacks as fragile ear tips prompt shipping delays

Opinion

Vinyl Does Not Sound Better Than Streaming & CDs, But I Still Buy It Anyway

🎵 The warm hug of imperfection beats digital perfection every time.

Latest Drops

FiiO DM13 Revives Portable CD Players With a High-Tech Twist

💿 Blast from the past meets cutting-edge audio tech in FiiO's latest creation

The First Over-Ear Headphones With XMEMs Drivers Are Almost Here

🎧 Tiny xMEMS drivers are expanding from earbuds to full-size headphones, promising better sound in a lighter package.

These Weird-Looking Headphones Promise a Leak-Free Open-Ear Listening with Reverse ANC

🎧 Innovative headphones combine open-ear design with leak-free listening

Interesting

The Long Wait for Spotify HiFi Is Coming to an End as Spotify CEO Confirms a New 'Deluxe' Tier

🎧 Spotify's long-awaited HiFi feature is finally on the horizon, bundled with other premium features.

15 Most Popular Headphones That Audiophiles Are Talking About in 2024

🎧 From budget gems to luxury flagships, discover the headphones making waves in 2024.

This Guy Makes the Weirdest-Looking Headphones You Didn't Know You Needed

🎧 DistroKid founder Philip Kaplan creates bizarre yet functional headphone designs that challenge audio norms.

K-Pop Fans Are Pushing Streaming Platforms to Stop 'Destroying the Planet' And They're Winning

🌍 How K-pop fans are turning their passion into a force for environmental change in the music industry

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